Event organiser RCS Sport has announced the list of 23 teams that will line up for the 2026 Giro d’Italia, which is scheduled to take place from May 8–31, 2026.
The race, also known as the ‘Corsa Rosa’, is organised by RCS Sport, part of the RCS MediaGroup, which specialises in international cycling and endurance events. As the first Grand Tour of the European cycling season, the Giro d’Italia is also considered a major strategic driver for the Italian economy.
The 2026 edition will feature 18 UCI WorldTeams, two UCI ProTeams qualified by their 2025 rankings, and three wild card entries.
18 UCI WorldTeams
- Alpecin–Premier Tech
- Team Bahrain Victorious
- Decathlon CMA CGM
- EF Education–EasyPost
- Groupama–FDJ United
- Ineos Grenadiers
- Lidl–Trek
- Lotto–Intermarché
- Movistar Team
- NSN Cycling Team
- Red Bull–Bora–hansgrohe
- Soudal Quick-Step
- Team Jayco AlUla
- Team Picnic–PostNL
- Visma–Lease a Bike
- UAE Team Emirates XRG
- Uno-X Mobility
- XDS Astana Team
2 UCI ProTeams Qualified by Ranking 2025
- Pinarello–Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team
- Tudor Pro Cycling Team
3 Wild Cards
- Bardiani CSF 7 Saber
- Team Polti VisitMalta
- Unibet Rose Rockets
The Giro d’Italia typically spans 21 stages over three weeks, showcasing a mix of flat sprints, high-mountain climbs, and technical individual time trials. In recent years, the organisers have prioritised sustainability through the ‘Ride Green’ project, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of the race through waste management and recycling systems.
According to a recent report by Banca Ifis, presented by RCS Sports & Events, the 2025 edition of the race generated a total of €2.1 billion in direct and indirect expenditure for local territories. The event has seen significant growth in its international reach, with media coverage now reaching over 200 countries and attracting an estimated 18.4 million foreign spectators.
