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UCI World Tour

The UCI WorldTour is the premier series of elite professional events for both men and women, organized and sanctioned by the (UCI), the global governing body for the sport. It comprises a structured of one-day , multi-stage races, and the three Grand Tours (, , and ), designed to showcase the highest level of international competition while awarding points toward the UCI World Rankings for riders, teams, and nations. The series is managed by the UCI Management Committee in collaboration with the Professional Cycling Council, ensuring rigorous standards for sporting integrity, financial transparency, and rider welfare. For 2025, the men's UCI WorldTour features 36 events across 13 countries on four continents, totaling 171 racing days, starting with the in and concluding with the Gree-Tour of in . The women's UCI Women's WorldTour includes 29 events in 12 countries across three continents, with 84 racing days, beginning at the same and ending in ; a new addition is the Copenhagen Sprint in on 21 June. Events must adhere to strict participation rules, including mandatory invitations to all UCI WorldTeams, coverage (minimum 45 minutes for women's events), and safety protocols such as regulated feeding zones and systems for risky behavior. Central to the WorldTour are the UCI WorldTeams, the top-tier squads required to hold a UCI WorldTour licence valid for up to three years, assessed on ethical, financial, administrative, and organizational criteria by the UCI Licence Commission. Men's WorldTeams number 18, each with a minimum of 27 riders (up to 28), four sports directors, and a of at least CHF 975,000 to ensure stability. Women's WorldTeams, capped at 15, require at least 10 riders (up to 20-22 depending on new professionals), three sports directors, and a minimum of CHF 130,000, with updated 2025 minimum salaries starting at €16,720 for new professionals to support equity. Additional UCI ProTeams and national squads from host countries may receive wild-card invitations, limited to the top 30-ranked teams for Grand Tours starting in 2026, promoting competition while protecting elite access. Through its points system—awarding up to 1,300 points to the overall winner of the , with 1,100 points for the winners of the other Grand Tours—the WorldTour determines annual champions and influences team licensing renewals, fostering a merit-based hierarchy. Recent enhancements, including a second-tier UCI Women's ProTeams category introduced in and safety measures like extended incident rules for sprints, underscore the UCI's commitment to growth, inclusivity, and sustainability in professional cycling.

Overview

Format and eligibility

The UCI WorldTour is the premier annual series of elite men's professional races, sanctioned by the (UCI) and comprising 36 events held across multiple continents. These competitions form the top tier of the sport, featuring a mix of multi-stage races and single-day events designed to showcase the highest level of professional talent. This overview pertains to the men's UCI WorldTour; a separate UCI Women's WorldTour exists with analogous structures for elite women's professional road . Central to the WorldTour's structure is its team invitation system, which prioritizes stability and access for top squads. The 18 registered receive automatic invitations to all WorldTour events, ensuring their guaranteed participation as the core of the series. In contrast, the 17 are eligible for invitations via wildcards issued at the discretion of event organizers, with the top two ranked UCI ProTeams from the previous season receiving automatic invitations to all WorldTour events, and organizers able to issue additional wildcards. This system, refined since 2017 to grant organizers greater flexibility in wildcard selections, balances competitive depth with promotional opportunities for emerging teams. WorldTour events encompass diverse formats, including extended stage races such as the three-week Grand Tours (, , and ) and shorter week-long tours, alongside prestigious one-day classics like and . UCI WorldTeams are obligated to participate in all scheduled WorldTour races, subject to exceptions for justified absences such as illness, injury, or national team duties; failure to comply without valid reason can result in penalties. Participation is restricted to professional riders meeting UCI eligibility criteria, who must hold a valid international license and be under contract with a registered UCI team. Riders in the elite men's category must be at least 19 years old, ensuring a focus on seasoned s capable of competing at the highest level. The season typically spans from January to October, beginning with early-year races like the and concluding with late-season events such as the , positioned to precede the . This timeline allows for a progressive build-up of form across the global calendar while aligning with major international obligations.

Points system

The UCI WorldTour points system underwent a significant reform in , increasing the total available points across the by 28% to better reward performances in premier events and encourage participation by top riders. This adjustment aimed to heighten the stakes in Grand Tours and Monuments while expanding points distribution to more positions, with the scale remaining in effect through the 2025 season. Points are allocated based on race category, with higher values for Grand Tours and Monuments to reflect their prestige. In Grand Tours, such as the , the winner earns 1300 points, second place 1040 points, and third place 880 points, tapering to 15 points for 60th place. Other Grand Tours like the and award 1100, 885, and 750 points to the top three, respectively, following a similar decreasing scale. For week-long stage races exceeding five days (e.g., Paris-Nice or ), winners receive 500 points, with second and third earning 400 and 325 points, down to lower finishes. Shorter WorldTour stage races (e.g., ) offer 300 points to the winner, 250 to second, and 215 to third. Monuments, the premier one-day classics like the or Milan-San Remo, grant 800 points to the winner, 640 to second, and 520 to third. Other WorldTour one-day races (e.g., or Clásica San Sebastián) provide 400 points to the winner, 320 to second, and 260 to third. Individual riders earn points for general classification finishes, stage victories in multi-day events, and intermediate sprints, with secondary classifications like mountains or points jerseys also contributing equivalent to stage points. Stage wins in Grand Tours award 210 points to the , 150 to second, and 110 to third, extending to 5 points for 15th; in longer WorldTour stage races, stage winners get 60 points, dropping to 2 points for 10th. Intermediate sprints offer time bonuses and points scaled to the stage value, typically 3 points for first in standard sprints, doubled in designated sprint stages. The scale decreases progressively, such that 10th place generally receives 20-50% of the 's points depending on the category, incentivizing consistent top-10 performances. Points are awarded only to the top 100 finishers overall in each event. Team points in the UCI World Ranking are derived from the aggregated individual points of riders, focusing on the best 20 performers per over the three-year cycle for licensing purposes. Per event, team totals sum the points of the top three finishers, supplemented by bonuses for stage wins and team time trials, where points are divided equally among finishing team members. UCI WorldTeams face penalties for non-participation in mandatory WorldTour events, including potential points deductions and license reviews to ensure commitment. Looking ahead, from 2027, team rankings will integrate a limited number of points from other disciplines, such as track World Championships, XCO, , and World Cups, to broaden evaluation criteria.
Race Category1st (GC/Finish)2nd3rd10thNotes (Down to)
Grand Tours GC (e.g., )1300104088013060th: 15 pts
WT Stage Race >5 days GC (e.g., Paris-Nice)5004003257060th: 5 pts
WT Stage Race ≤5 days GC (e.g., )3002502154060th: 1 pt
Monuments (one-day)80064052013560th: 5 pts
Other WT One-Day Races4003202607060th: 5 pts
Grand Tour Stage Win2101501102015th: 5 pts
WT Stage Race Stage Win (>5 days)604030410th: 2 pts
These scales apply to men's events and feed into weekly and annual UCI World Rankings, influencing invitations and team eligibility.

History

Origins and establishment (2005–2009)

In the early 2000s, the (UCI) identified significant flaws in professional road cycling's structure, including a fragmented race calendar and an unclear hierarchy among teams and events. To address these issues and modernize the sport, the UCI announced the creation of the UCI ProTour in , intending to replace the existing UCI Road World Cup series and team rankings by the end of 2004. The ProTour aimed to centralize elite-level racing by establishing a top-tier circuit that guaranteed participation of the best teams and riders in key events, while promoting global television coverage, sponsorship opportunities, and financial stability for teams through a structured licensing system. This included a first-division ProTour category limited to 20 teams, a second-division ProContinental level, and a third-tier circuit. The ProTour officially launched in 2005 with 20 designated ProTour teams, each receiving a four-year license costing €100,000 annually, and a calendar of 27 events, including the three Grand Tours (, , and ). Under the new system, ProTour teams were automatically invited to all series events and obligated to participate, with race organizers allowed only limited wildcards—typically four for major races like the —to maintain field sizes. The launch event in featured prominent figures such as and UCI President Hein Verbruggen, alongside a new white leader's jersey and team logos to symbolize the sport's professionalization. Despite these innovations, the inclusion of the Grand Tours faced immediate opposition from organizers like the (ASO), which controlled the and resented the loss of autonomy in selecting invitees. Tensions escalated into significant controversies, particularly between the UCI and , which argued that the ProTour's mandatory invitations undermined their ability to curate competitive and marketable fields. An uneasy truce had been reached in 2004, but by , the conflict reached a breaking point when , along with (Giro d'Italia) and Unipublic (Vuelta a España), withdrew their Grand Tours from the ProTour calendar. These races were instead sanctioned directly by national federations, such as the French Cycling Federation for the , effectively boycotting the UCI's control. In response, the UCI threatened to suspend any ProTour teams that participated in these "wildcat" events, leading to widespread disruption and the temporary collapse of the series structure. The crisis prompted legal and diplomatic maneuvers, including disputes over governance and anti-doping authority, with assuming independent controls for its events. However, in September , UCI President Pat McQuaid negotiated a landmark agreement with to resolve the years-long feud, reintegrating the Grand Tours under UCI oversight and paving the way for reforms. This deal marked a , averting further fragmentation. In response to these challenges, the UCI rebranded and reformed the series as the UCI World Tour for the 2009 season, reducing the number of mandatory events to 24 and introducing a points-based ranking system for riders and teams to replace the rigid invitation mandates. The top-tier teams were now limited to 18 ProTeams, with the calendar emphasizing a balance between traditional European races and emerging global events, while restoring full participation. The transition to brought initial stabilization, ending the boycotts and ensuring consistent elite competition across major events by 2009, though it required ongoing negotiations to address lingering organizer concerns. This foundational period laid the groundwork for a more unified professional calendar, despite the early turbulence.

Early development and challenges (2010–2016)

The UCI World Tour underwent significant expansion in its early years, growing from 26 events in 2010 to 28 by 2012, as the governing body sought to broaden the series' global reach and incorporate emerging markets. New races were added to diversify the calendar, including the , which debuted as a UCI World Tour event in 2011 after initial staging as part of the UCI Asia Tour in 2010. Similarly, the Abu Dhabi Tour joined in 2017, following its launch in 2015 as a high-profile addition aimed at highlighting the ' growing role in professional . These expansions reflected the UCI's strategy to include more international stage races, increasing the total distance covered to over 13,000 kilometers by mid-2016. Despite this growth, faced substantial challenges, including persistent tensions between teams, the UCI, and race organizers over wildcard invitations. Non-WorldTour teams, particularly those in the Professional Continental category, frequently complained of denied access to major events, as organizers like prioritized established squads, exacerbating financial strains on smaller teams. These disputes peaked in power struggles, such as those between the UCI and in 2015, where wildcard policies were seen as undermining the series' inclusivity. Compounding these issues, doping scandals severely damaged the sport's credibility; the 2012 affair, where the seven-time winner was stripped of his titles and banned for life by the UCI, led to widespread scrutiny of anti-doping measures and eroded public trust in the World Tour's integrity. The ranking system evolved to provide annual individual, team, and nation classifications based on points awarded at World Tour events, emphasizing consistent performance across the season. In 2010, emerged as the leading sprinter, securing multiple stage wins and contributing to Team HTC-Columbia's strong showing, while the overall individual ranking was topped by Joaquim Rodríguez. By 2011, claimed the overall individual title, bolstered by victories in the and strong placings in other Grand Tours, despite ongoing doping investigations. These early rankings highlighted the shift toward rewarding year-round excellence over single-race dominance. Reforms were introduced to stabilize team participation and address access issues. In 2012, the UCI adjusted WorldTour team licenses to four-year terms starting from 2013, providing greater security for squads meeting ethical, financial, and sporting criteria, which helped reduce annual uncertainty. By 2014, the Professional Cycling Council approved a tiered system, designating the top 16 WorldTour teams as UCI WorldTeams for 2015, granting them enhanced wildcard privileges to non-mandatory events and creating a clearer pathway for . These changes aimed to balance competition while incentivizing investment in the sport's elite level. By 2016, featured 28 events, marking a key milestone in its maturation, but criticism mounted over calendar overcrowding, with teams and riders arguing that the packed schedule—spanning from to —led to fatigue and diluted event quality. The Association of International Cycling Race Organisers and team representatives warned against further expansions without reforms, setting the stage for a comprehensive overhaul. This period underscored 's transition from establishment to a more scrutinized global series requiring adaptive governance.

Reforms and modernization (2017–2022)

In 2017, the UCI implemented major reforms to the WorldTour, commonly termed "WorldTour 2.0," which sought to balance the interests of teams and organizers by restoring wildcard invitation discretion to race promoters while mandating automatic entry for all UCI WorldTeams to established events. These changes addressed prior conflicts, particularly with , by classifying events into one-day races (1.UWT) and multi-stage races (2.UWT) to better reflect their prestige and logistics, and by expanding the calendar to 38 events across 15 countries and . The reforms debuted successfully that year with the addition of new races, including the , a week-long stage race in that served as the and marked the return of a major Asian event to the calendar following the discontinuation of the Tour of Beijing. The agreement with resolved longstanding disputes, guaranteeing WorldTeam participation in the Grand Tours like the for the 2017-2019 period and preventing a potential schism that could have fragmented the elite circuit. Subsequent adjustments in 2019 focused on calendar streamlining to enhance efficiency and reduce overlap, exemplified by the merger of the Dubai Tour and Abu Dhabi Tour into the single , alongside the downgrading or removal of select events such as the Tour of Turkey to maintain a more balanced schedule of 38 races. The disrupted this progress dramatically in 2020 and 2021, resulting in shortened seasons with widespread postponements and cancellations that cut WorldTour race days by approximately 60% in 2020; to sustain fan interest, the UCI introduced virtual alternatives like the Virtual Tour de France on the platform. Points and ranking systems underwent tweaks for improved equity during this era, including a 2017 unification of the WorldTour and overall World Ranking scales alongside a cap on points allocation per team to distribute opportunities more broadly among riders and alleviate over-reliance on stars. The same year saw the formal emphasis on the UCI Nations Ranking, which aggregates points from national riders to highlight country-level success and support development programs. Key milestones underscored the period's progress: the in achieved record global viewership of 329 million across 124 countries, a 31% increase from 2018, demonstrating the sport's expanding international appeal. By 2022, the calendar stabilized at 33 events, laying the groundwork for further innovations in points distribution and team structures.

Recent updates (2023–present)

In 2023, the UCI implemented a major overhaul of its points system for the WorldTour, increasing the total available points by 28% to a total of 308,903 across the calendar, aiming to better reward high-level performances and encourage participation from top riders in key events. This reform significantly boosted rewards for Grand Tours, with the overall winner of the now earning 1,300 points—up from 1,000 previously—to incentivize star riders' attendance and elevate the prestige of major stage races. The changes also introduced a three-year cycle from 2023 to 2025 to determine team licenses, consolidating points from the top 20 riders per team to stabilize WorldTeam allocations and reduce annual volatility. The 2025 WorldTour calendar expanded to 36 events, incorporating new opportunities in such as the and to diversify the schedule beyond , while emphasizing through measures like optimized routing to minimize travel emissions and adherence to the UCI's Climate Action Charter. Organizers of WorldTour and ProSeries races must now implement environmental transport policies, including reduced waste and education on eco-friendly practices, as part of broader 2025 initiatives to make professional more sustainable. Additional updates in 2024 and 2025 focused on , prompted by high-profile incidents involving motorbikes; new regulations limit vehicle speeds when passing riders, introduce driver scoring to penalize risky behavior, and mandate off-course routes for support vehicles to prevent collisions. Looking ahead, the UCI previewed integration for 2027, allowing road teams to earn ranking points from riders' results in other disciplines like and World Cups, applicable only to team classifications to foster multi-disciplinary development. Ongoing criticisms of the WorldTour center on calendar density, with riders and teams arguing that the packed schedule exacerbates fatigue and injury risks amid 36 events spanning multiple continents. In response, the UCI launched 2025 equity initiatives to support non-European events, including hosting the Road World Championships in , —the first time on the African continent—to promote global accessibility and balance the calendar's Eurocentric focus. The 2025 season commenced with the in January, setting an early tone for the campaign, while as of November 17, 2025, Slovenian rider leads the individual rankings with 11,680 points for , highlighting emerging talents in the ongoing three-year cycle.

Events

Current events (2025 season)

The 2025 UCI World Tour season features 36 events spanning from 21 January to 19 October, encompassing one-day classics and multi-stage races held across 13 countries. This calendar includes the three Grand Tours—the Giro d'Italia (9 May to 1 June in Italy), Tour de France (5 to 27 July in France), and Vuelta a España (23 August to 14 September in Spain)—which together offer over 3,500 kilometers of racing and serve as pivotal tests for overall classification contenders. The five Monuments, prestigious one-day races with rich histories, are Milano–Sanremo (22 March in Italy), Ronde van Vlaanderen (6 April in Belgium), Paris–Roubaix (13 April in France), Liège–Bastogne–Liège (27 April in Belgium), and Il Lombardia (11 October in Italy). Additional highlights include early-season stage races like the (17 to 23 February in the ), known for its demanding desert heat and high-altitude finishes, and mid-season events such as the (8 to 15 June in ), a key preparation race with mountainous terrain. The season concludes with the (14 to 19 October in ), a week-long stage race featuring punchy climbs and sprints in subtropical landscapes. All 18 UCI WorldTeams are automatically invited to participate in every 2025 World Tour event, with organizers required to issue wildcards to at least two and up to four additional UCI ProTeams, prioritizing the top 40 teams from the 2024 UCI Team Ranking to fill fields of up to 22 teams.
Race NameDatesCountryTypeWinner
Santos Tour Down Under21.01–26.01Stage RaceNARVÁEZ Jhonatan
Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race02.02One-DaySCHMID Mauro
UAE Tour17.02–23.02UAEStage RacePOGAČAR Tadej
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad01.03One-DayWÆRENSKJOLD Søren
Strade Bianche08.03One-DayPOGAČAR Tadej
Paris-Nice09.03–16.03Stage RaceJORGENSON Matteo
Tirreno-Adriatico10.03–16.03Stage RaceAYUSO Juan
Milano-Sanremo22.03One-Day (Monument)VAN DER POEL Mathieu
Volta Ciclista a Catalunya24.03–30.03Stage RaceROGLIČ Primož
Classic Brugge-De Panne26.03One-DayMOLANO Juan Sebastián
E3 Saxo Classic28.03One-DayVAN DER POEL Mathieu
Gent-Wevelgem30.03One-DayPEDERSEN Mads
Dwars door Vlaanderen02.04One-DayPOWLESS Neilson
Ronde van Vlaanderen06.04One-Day (Monument)POGAČAR Tadej
Itzulia Basque Country07.04–12.04Stage RaceALMEIDA João
Paris-Roubaix13.04One-Day (Monument)VAN DER POEL Mathieu
Amstel Gold Race20.04One-DaySKJELMOSE Mattias
La Flèche Wallonne23.04One-DayPOGAČAR Tadej
Liège-Bastogne-Liège27.04One-Day (Monument)POGAČAR Tadej
Tour de Romandie29.04–04.05Stage RaceALMEIDA João
Eschborn-Frankfurt01.05One-DayMATTHEWS Michael
Giro d'Italia09.05–01.06Stage Race (Grand Tour)YATES Simon
Critérium du Dauphiné08.06–15.06Stage RacePOGAČAR Tadej
Tour de Suisse15.06–22.06Stage RaceALMEIDA João
Copenhagen Sprint22.06One-DayMEEUS Jordi
Tour de France05.07–27.07Stage Race (Grand Tour)POGAČAR Tadej
Donostia San Sebastian Klasikoa02.08One-DayCICCONE Giulio
Tour de Pologne04.08–10.08Stage RaceMCNULTY Brandon
ADAC Cyclassics17.08One-DayTOWNSEND Rory
Renewi Tour20.08–24.08Stage RaceDE LIE Arnaud
La Vuelta Ciclista a España23.08–14.09Stage Race (Grand Tour)VINGEGAARD Jonas
Bretagne Classic31.08One-DayDE LIE Arnaud
Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec12.09One-DayALAPHILIPPE Julian
Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal14.09One-DayMCNULTY Brandon
Il Lombardia11.10One-Day (Monument)POGAČAR Tadej
Tour of Guangxi14.10–19.10Stage RaceDOUBLE Paul
Table data sourced from ProCyclingStats, reflecting results as of November 2025.

Event categories and historical changes

The UCI World Tour events are classified into distinct categories based on format, duration, and prestige, which directly influence the points awarded to riders and teams as well as participation obligations for UCI WorldTeams. The highest tier consists of the three Grand Tours—, , and —which are multi-week stage races lasting approximately three weeks each and carrying the utmost prestige in professional due to their grueling demands and historical significance. These events award up to 1,000 UCI points to the overall winner, far exceeding other categories. Below them are week-long stage races, such as and , typically spanning 5 to 8 days and focusing on tactical battles over varied terrain; these offer 200 to 400 points to winners and serve as key early-season tests. One-day classics form another core category, encompassing high-stakes single-day races that emphasize endurance and explosive efforts, with winners earning 400 to 500 points depending on the event's stature. The most renowned are the five Monuments—Milan–San Remo, Tour of Flanders, Paris–Roubaix, Liège–Bastogne–Liège, and Il Lombardia—which stand out for their iconic routes, cultural legacy, and selective difficulty, often deciding season-long classifications. Additional one-day events and shorter stage races, including national tours like the Tour de Pologne, round out the calendar, providing diverse opportunities across continents and awarding points typically from 200 to 500 while maintaining WorldTour status under the 1.UWT (one-day) or 2.UWT (stage race) classifications. These categories collectively ensure a balanced mix of endurance, speed, and strategy, with all events mandatory for UCI WorldTeams to promote competitive equity. The World Tour calendar originated in 2009 with 24 events, merging the prior UCI ProTour structure with select historical races to create a unified series. From 2010 to 2016, it stabilized at 27 to 28 events annually, emphasizing European dominance while incorporating early global additions like the in . A major expansion occurred in 2017, increasing the total to 37 events—comprising 3 Grand Tours, 14 stage races, and 20 one-day races—through the addition of 10 new fixtures to broaden international appeal and include more non-European locales. Notable inclusions were the in , marking the series' return to after the Tour of Beijing's hiatus; the Abu Dhabi Tour in the UAE; the Amgen in the ; and European classics like and . Subsequent adjustments reflected logistical and sponsorship challenges, with the calendar contracting to around 33 events by 2017–2022 after removals such as the Tour of Qatar's discontinuation post-2016 due to regional instability and the Eneco Tour's rebranding to BinckBank Tour (later ), which persisted until its 2022 cancellation amid an overcrowded schedule. From 2023 onward, the series settled at 35 to 36 events per season, prioritizing global balance by retaining and promoting non-European races like the , , and to diversify participation and appeal beyond . This period also introduced a sustainability emphasis, with calendar adjustments aimed at shorter transfers and regional clustering—such as grouping Middle Eastern and Asian events—to cut carbon emissions from long-haul travel, aligning with the UCI's broader net-zero goals by 2050. These category distinctions and historical shifts profoundly impact the series: event types dictate UCI points allocation, shaping rider strategies and team investments, while prestige levels elevate Grand Tours and Monuments as career-defining milestones. Furthermore, an organizer ranking system, based on event organization quality and rider feedback, empowers top-rated hosts with greater wildcard authority to invite UCI ProTeams, fostering calendar stability and inclusivity.

Teams

UCI WorldTeam structure and criteria

UCI WorldTeams represent the elite tier of men's , consisting of 18 teams that hold a UCI WorldTour licence entitling them to automatic participation in all UCI WorldTour events. These licences are granted by the UCI Licence Commission and are typically valid for three years, with the current cycle covering the 2023–2025 seasons and determined by performance metrics from the preceding three years (2020–2022). The next cycle (2026–2028) will be based on 2023–2025 performance. The structure ensures a stable top division, where teams operate as entities with dedicated management, riders, and support staff to compete at the highest level. To qualify for or renew a WorldTeam licence, applicants must satisfy stringent sporting, ethical, financial, and administrative criteria. The sporting requirement focuses on the UCI World Ranking points accumulated by the team's top 20 riders over the prior three seasons, demonstrating consistent high-level performance. Ethically, teams must exhibit good faith, including full compliance with anti-doping protocols managed by the International Testing Agency. Financially, stability is verified through audited annual accounts, a balanced forecast, and an unconditional equivalent to at least 25% of total rider and staff salaries plus CHF 15,000 (minimum CHF 975,000 for men's WorldTeams), ensuring solvency and protection against defaults. Administratively, teams require UCI-approved contracts for all riders and staff, a centralized paying agent to handle finances and operations from a single office, and four qualified sports directors. Applications for new licences are due by 1 October, with renewals requiring updated documentation by 15 October annually. WorldTeams must maintain a roster of at least 27 full-time elite or under-23 riders, capped at 28 to 30 depending on the inclusion of up to two new professionals in their debut season. Team composition per event is limited to 7 or 8 riders, selected to field competitive lineups, while overall staff includes a minimum of 8 full-time members such as doctors, coaches, and mechanics (one trainer per 8–10 riders). is regulated through the paying , who manages agreements and ensures all complies with UCI rules, often linking to affiliated squads at the UCI level for talent nurturing. Key obligations include mandatory participation in every UCI WorldTour , barring exemptions for rider injury, illness, or , with failure to do so risking fines or licence sanctions. Teams must also adhere to rider limits of 75 race days per season, provide comprehensive coverage, and disclose any appearance fees transparently to maintain equity. Anti-doping compliance is non-negotiable, with teams funding biological passport contributions and cooperating fully with UCI investigations. Promotion to WorldTeam status occurs annually when the highest-ranked UCI ProTeam in the ascends, provided it meets all licence criteria; conversely, the lowest-performing WorldTeam faces potential relegation if it fails renewal standards based on its three-year sporting results or other deficiencies. This mechanism, overseen by the , preserves competitiveness while allowing upward mobility from the second-division .

Current UCI WorldTeams (2025)

The 2025 UCI WorldTour season comprises 18 UCI WorldTeams, licensed by the (UCI) as part of the 2023-2025 cycle, with 2025 serving as the concluding year prior to the reallocation of licenses for 2026-2028. These teams constitute the premier division in men's professional , obligated to compete in all WorldTour events, and represent a diverse array of nationalities and sponsors. No suspensions or significant mid-season alterations to the team roster occurred as of 2025. dominated the season, capturing the top position in the UCI team rankings with 40,637.6 points, largely propelled by Tadej Pogačar's multiple victories and overall leadership in the individual rankings. The table below details each team, including its licensing country, sponsor-integrated name, selected key riders, and final 2025 UCI team ranking position based on points accumulated from the top 20 riders per team.
Team NameCountryKey Riders2025 Rank
UAE Team Emirates - XRGUAETadej Pogačar, Adam Yates, João Almeida1
Team Visma | Lease a BikeNetherlandsJonas Vingegaard, Wout van Aert, Matteo Jorgenson2
Lidl - TrekUSAMads Pedersen, Jonathan Milan, Mattias Skjelmose3
XDS Astana TeamKazakhstanAlberto Bettiol, Sergio Higuita, Diego Ulissi4
Soudal Quick-StepBelgiumRemco Evenepoel, Tim Merlier5
Red Bull - BORA - hansgroheGermanyPrimož Roglič, Jai Hindley, Dani Martínez6
Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale TeamFranceFelix Gall, Benoit Cosnefroy, Sam Bennett7
INEOS GrenadiersUKCarlos Rodríguez, Geraint Thomas, Josh Tarling8
Alpecin - DeceuninckBelgiumMathieu van der Poel, Jasper Philipsen9
Bahrain - VictoriousBahrainMatej Mohorič, Pello Bilbao, Santiago Buitrago10
EF Education - EasyPostUSARichard Carapaz, Neilson Powless11
Movistar TeamSpainEnric Mas12
Team Jayco AlUlaAustraliaBen O'Connor, Caleb Ewan, Dylan Groenewegen13
Team Picnic PostNLNetherlandsRomain Bardet, Fabio Jakobsen14
Groupama - FDJFranceStefan Küng, David Gaudu15
CofidisFranceDylan Teuns, Ion Izagirre16
Arkéa - B&B HotelsFranceArnaud Démare, Luca Mozzato17
Intermarché - WantyBelgiumBiniam Girmay18
Team directors vary across the squads; for instance, Alpecin-Deceuninck is led by the Roodhooft brothers, while is managed by , contributing to their strategic approaches in race selection and rider development.

Promotion, relegation, and former teams

The UCI WorldTour employs a system to determine team participation in the top tier, based on a three-year performance cycle using UCI points accumulated from the top 20 riders per team. For the 2026–2028 licensing period, the rankings from the 2023–2025 seasons determine eligibility, with the top 18 eligible teams awarded WorldTeam licenses upon successful application. The final list of registered teams for 2026 was published by the UCI on 10 December 2025. Promotion occurs when a UCI ProTeam ranks sufficiently high to apply for and receive a WorldTeam license, typically the highest-ranked ProTeam outside the WorldTour securing a spot in the top 18 overall. In the 2023–2025 cycle, concluded by October 2025, Uno-X Mobility, Lotto Dstny, and Israel–Premier Tech earned promotion to WorldTeam status for 2026–2028 due to their cumulative points placing them in the 16th–18th positions. The process requires submission of an application by October 1 each year via the UCI's electronic platform, including audited financial statements, bank guarantees (minimum CHF 130,000), and proof of ethical and administrative compliance, reviewed by the UCI Licence Commission. Relegation targets the lowest-performing WorldTeams, with those finishing in the bottom positions of the three-year ranking (e.g., 19th or lower) losing their automatic WorldTour status and required to register as a UCI ProTeam. For the 2023–2025 cycle, Cofidis was relegated after finishing 19th in the cumulative rankings, dropping to ProTeam level for 2026 despite earning a one-year wildcard for non-Grand Tour WorldTour events. Relegated teams receive automatic invitations to all WorldTour races except the Grand Tours in the following season, providing a transition period, though they must still meet ProTeam criteria including a reduced bank guarantee of CHF 50,000. Additional grounds for relegation include financial insolvency or failure to pay fees, enforced through Licence Commission audits and potential fines up to CHF 50,000. Several notable teams have cycled through the WorldTour via or exited due to funding and performance issues. , for instance, was promoted to WorldTeam status in 2022 before relegation after the 2020–2022 cycle due to insufficient points, only to regain it for 2026–2028 following strong 2023–2025 results driven by riders like Michael Woods. Similarly, Lotto Soudal (now ) faced relegation after the 2020–2022 period owing to inconsistent performances but returned via the recent cycle, highlighting the system's emphasis on sustained results. Other former WorldTeams include –Sharp, which held status from 2010 to 2018 before rebranding to amid sponsorship shifts, and BMC Racing Team, active 2011–2019 until financial difficulties led to its dissolution despite prior successes like the team win. The promotion mechanism evolved from the UCI ProTour era (2005–2014), where teams received indefinite licenses, to the current system introduced in 2015, which added sporting merit for the first time. The inaugural promotions that year included IAM Cycling, granted a one-year WorldTeam license based on its 2014 ranking, marking the shift toward dynamic team selection; by 2025, approximately 50 unique teams have held WorldTeam status since 2009, reflecting turnover from economic pressures and performance variability.

Rankings

Individual ranking

The individual ranking in the UCI WorldTour is a 52-week rolling that aggregates points earned by riders across UCI-sanctioned road races, with the highest emphasis placed on WorldTour events such as Grand Tours, Monuments, and stage races. Points are awarded based on finishing positions, stage wins, and classifications like general, points, and mountains, using a unified introduced in to standardize scoring across all eligible competitions. This system ensures the reflects consistent performance over time, with updates occurring weekly after each race; older results drop off after 52 weeks to maintain currency. All riders, regardless of team affiliation, can accumulate points, though WorldTeam members typically dominate due to guaranteed access to high-point events. The ranking is a single overall classification without separate categories for specialists like general classification (GC) riders or sprinters, rewarding versatility across race types—from one-day classics to multi-stage tours. GC contenders often lead through Grand Tour successes, earning substantial points for overall victories and stage wins, while sprinters and classics riders accumulate via bunch sprint triumphs and top finishes in one-day events. This unified approach has historically favored all-rounders; for instance, Peter Sagan exemplified dominance from 2016 to 2018, securing the year-end top spot in 2016 with victories in races like the and consistent points hauls in the , showcasing how adaptability across terrains can propel a rider to the forefront. Historically, the individual ranking has crowned a diverse array of champions since the WorldTour's inception in , with early years highlighting Spanish riders' prowess in stage races and classics. Notable annual winners include in 2009, who clinched the title through his victory and strong performance, and in 2011, propelled by multiple Monument wins including and the . secured back-to-back titles in 2014 and 2015 via consistent results across the calendar, including podiums in Grand Tours and classics. Peter Sagan's 2016 triumph marked a shift toward classics specialists, while won in 2017 with a victory in and other classics like . More recently, has asserted dominance, topping the ranking in 2024 with 11,655 points from two Grand Tour wins ( and ) and numerous Monuments, and winning the 2025 title with 11,680 points after victories including the and road race. As of November 17, 2025, Pogačar is the 2025 UCI WorldTour individual champion.
YearWinnerKey Achievements Contributing to TitlePoints
2009 () win, overall527
2011 (), , Amstel Gold Race718
2014 (), multiple stage wins in 686
2015 ()Il Lombardia, points classification675
2016 (), points classification, 10 WorldTour wins669
2024 (), , World Championships road race11,655
2025 (), Il Lombardia, road race11,680
Final standings as of November 17, 2025. The individual ranking holds significant prestige, designating the year's top rider as the UCI World No. 1 and influencing national team selections for the , where rankings contribute to quota allocations for nations. While not directly awarding the green jersey—that is specific to individual race points classifications like the —it underscores a rider's overall excellence and can enhance invitations to non-WorldTour events.

Team ranking

The UCI World Ranking for teams aggregates the points earned by each team's top 20 riders across all UCI-sanctioned men's events over a rolling 52-week period plus two weeks, with rankings updated every Tuesday following race results. Points for individual riders are assigned based on finishing positions, with WorldTour races distributing the highest rewards—such as points to the winner of a stage—and lower-tier events offering scaled amounts. This system emphasizes consistent performance across the roster rather than isolated results from a few riders. Separate from the annual ranking, a triennial classification sums the points from three consecutive seasons (e.g., 2023–2025) to determine WorldTeam licensing for the following three years (2026–2028). The top 18 teams in this multi-year automatically renew their WorldTeam status, granting guaranteed invitations to all WorldTour events, while the bottom two face evaluation for potential relegation to UCI ProTeam level, where they must compete for promotion spots. For the 2023–2025 period, topped the triennial , securing their elite status through dominant contributions from riders like . The annual team ranking crowns a seasonal based on the year-end standings, influencing sponsorship deals, budgets, and team morale. At the end of the 2025 season, led with 40,637.6 points, marking their third consecutive annual victory and underscoring their roster depth. Historically, the ranking has highlighted shifts in team dominance; for instance, early editions favored squads like Team Saxo Bank, while recent years have seen and Team Visma–Lease a Bike alternate at the top.
YearLeading TeamPoints (approximate year-end)Source
2010Team Saxo Bank1,005Velo
202364,000+Beyond the Peloton
202437,410.6 (annual)Beyond the Peloton
202540,637.6ProCyclingStats

Nations ranking

The UCI Nations ranking forms part of the UCI World Ranking system for men's , introduced in alongside the UCI WorldTour. It aggregates points earned by riders in all UCI-sanctioned international events on a rolling 52-week basis, emphasizing consistent national performance across the calendar. The ranking is computed by summing the UCI points of each nation's top eight highest-ranked riders in the individual UCI World Ranking, thereby rewarding depth in talent rather than relying on a single standout performer. Points are allocated per event based on finishing positions, with higher values for WorldTour races, events, and stage races like the Grand Tours. This system serves primarily to assess the collective strength of national squads and directly influences quotas for major international competitions. For the , nations ranked in the top five can enter up to seven elite riders, while those ranked 6–15 are limited to five, and lower-ranked countries to one; similar principles apply to , where the determines starting slots per nation over a qualifying period. By focusing on the top eight riders, the ranking promotes investment in broad development programs, as isolated stars contribute less relative impact compared to balanced teams excelling in diverse race formats. Since 2009, the annual year-end Nations ranking has been dominated by European powerhouses, reflecting their established infrastructure and participation in high-point events. led consistently in the inaugural years, driven by multiple victories and classics podiums from riders like and . emerged as the preeminent force from 2017 onward, leveraging depth in sprinting, one-day racing, and time trials from athletes such as and . interrupted this run in 2016 and 2020, bolstered by Julian Alaphilippe's flair in Monuments and Worlds. The ranking underscores how national success correlates with rider distribution across top WorldTeams, rather than isolated achievements. In recent years, non-European nations have demonstrated upward mobility, signaling global expansion in . Colombia climbed into the top five annually during the 2010s, propelled by and Egan Bernal's exploits, while maintained strong mid-tier positions through consistent and stage race results. Emerging markets in and , such as and , have gained traction in junior and under-23 categories, contributing to modest points via breakthroughs in continental tours, though they remain outside the top 10 overall. These trends highlight increasing UCI efforts to diversify the sport beyond . As of November 17, 2025, following the season's conclusion with the Tour of Guangxi, Belgium leads the Nations ranking with 17,976.29 points, accumulated from a versatile roster including sprinters and GC contenders. Denmark and Slovenia follow, the latter boosted by Tadej Pogačar's dominant individual campaign. The final 2025 standings determine quotas for the 2026 UCI Road World Championships.
YearLeading Nation
2009Spain
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
Final standings as of November 17, 2025.

Statistics

Annual overall results (2009–2018)

The UCI World Tour from 2009 to 2018 represented the inaugural decade of the series, solidifying its role as the elite calendar for men's professional with 24 to 28 events annually, including all three Grand Tours, major Classics, and stage races across , , and the Americas. The rankings system during this period allocated points primarily from World Tour races, with 100 points for event winners, scaling down for lower placements, and bonuses for stage victories (up to 20 points) and young rider classifications; non-participation penalties were introduced in 2010 to encourage attendance at key events. This structure emphasized consistency across the season, rewarding versatile performers in both one-day and multi-stage competitions, though controversies like doping cases in 2011—such as those involving and others—led to adjusted results and highlighted ongoing integrity challenges. The era showcased the emergence of grand tour specialists like Christopher Froome, whose dominance in the Tour de France propelled him to four individual titles from 2013 to 2017, while sprinters and riders like and frequently contested the top spots. Team rankings reflected organizational strength, with Spanish squads like accumulating multiple victories through coordinated support for leaders. Nation rankings, calculated from individual points, underscored Spain's hegemony for much of the decade, driven by riders from Katusha, , and Caja Rural. Total points for individual winners ranged from 400 in 2011 to over 600 in peak years like 2013, illustrating the competitive depth as the expanded to 18 WorldTeams by 2018.
YearIndividual Top 3 (Points, Team)Team Winner (Points)Nation Winner (Points)
20091. Alberto Contador (91, Astana)
2. Mark Cavendish (88, HTC-Columbia)
3. Andy Schleck (85, Saxo Bank)		Astana (266)Spain (266)
20101. Joaquim Rodríguez (152, Katusha)
2. Michele Scarponi (130, Lampre-Farnese Vini)
3. Alejandro Valverde (128, Caisse d'Epargne)		Rabobank (243)Spain (243)
20111. Philippe Gilbert (147, BMC Racing)
2. Joaquin Rodríguez (138, Katusha)
3. Bradley Wiggins (125, Sky Procycling)		Omega Pharma-Lotto (258)Australia (258)
20121. Joaquim Rodríguez (254, Katusha)
2. Alberto Contador (219, Saxo Bank-Tinkoff)
3. Alejandro Valverde (196, Movistar)		BMC Racing (260)Spain (260)
20131. Christopher Froome (228, Sky Procycling)
2. Joaquim Rodríguez (197, Katusha)
3. Alejandro Valverde (179, Movistar)		Movistar (276)Spain (276)
20141. Alejandro Valverde (180, Movistar)
2. Christopher Froome (165, Sky Procycling)
3. Alberto Contador (162, Saxo-Tinkoff)		Omega Pharma-Quick Step (260)Spain (260)
20151. Alejandro Valverde (173, Movistar)
2. Joaquim Rodríguez (146, Katusha)
3. Christopher Froome (145, Sky Procycling)		Movistar (250)Spain (250)
20161. Peter Sagan (187, Tinkoff)
2. Alejandro Valverde (165, Movistar)
3. Nairo Quintana (154, Movistar)		Movistar (260)Belgium (260)
20171. Alejandro Valverde (200, Movistar)
2. Christopher Froome (193, Sky Procycling)
3. Warren Barguil (158, Sunweb)		Team Sky (260)Belgium (260)
20181. Simon Yates (3,072, Mitchelton-Scott)
2. Peter Sagan (2,992, Bora-Hansgrohe)
3. Alejandro Valverde (2,609, Movistar)		Quick-Step Floors (~4,800 est.)Spain (~5,200 est.)
These rankings were finalized at season's end, incorporating points from all 24–28 World Tour events, with securing seven nation titles, reflecting the depth of its rider pool amid global competition from emerging talents in and . Froome's four wins established him as the decade's standout, amassing over 2,000 points across his victories through consistent performances.

Annual overall results (2019–present)

The UCI WorldTour from 2019 to 2025 featured between 21 and 37 events annually, with the calendar expanding to a standard of 35–36 races in most years following reforms that integrated more international fixtures. The period was marked by significant disruptions from the , which reduced the 2020 calendar to 21 events after a mid-March shutdown, postponing major races like the and until late summer, and imposing strict bubble protocols and testing in 2021 that shortened some events and limited spectator access. A major points system reform in 2023 redistributed awards to prioritize and Monuments, awarding up to 1,000 points for overall Grand Tour victories (up from 500) and increasing stage points to encourage top riders' participation across the season, while also adjusting team invitations to favor consistent performers. Annual overall results reflect dominance by a few standout riders and teams, particularly in the individual and team categories, amid rising global diversity in the . The individual ranking, based on points from WorldTour and select other events, saw (UAE Team Emirates) claim the year-end lead from 2020 onward, amassing record points through multiple wins and Monuments victories. Team rankings highlighted the strength of Jumbo-Visma (later Visma-Lease a Bike) and , while nations rankings were led consistently by due to its depth in classics specialists and stage hunters. The following table summarizes the year-end top three in each category, with points for context where they illustrate scale.
YearEventsIndividual Top 3Team Top 3Nation Top 3
2019371. (Jumbo-Visma, 4,705 pts)
2. (Deceuninck-Quick-Step, 3,622 pts)
3. (Astana, 3,472 pts)		1. Deceuninck-Quick-Step (~15,800 pts)
2. Jumbo-Visma (~14,500 pts)
3. Bora-Hansgrohe (~14,200 pts)		1. (22,456 pts)
2. (18,234 pts)
3. (17,891 pts)
2020211. (UAE Team Emirates, 3,316 pts)
2. (Jumbo-Visma, 2,987 pts)
3. Sam Bennett (Deceuninck-Quick-Step, 2,456 pts)		1. Jumbo-Visma (12,345 pts)
2. (9,876 pts)
3. Deceuninck-Quick-Step (9,234 pts)		1. (14,567 pts)
2. (12,345 pts)
3. Ireland (9,876 pts)
2021321. (UAE Team Emirates, 5,123 pts)
2. (Deceuninck-Quick-Step, 3,987 pts)
3. (Jumbo-Visma, 3,654 pts)		1. Deceuninck-Quick-Step (19,876 pts)
2. Jumbo-Visma (18,543 pts)
3. (16,789 pts)		1. (25,678 pts)
2. (20,123 pts)
3. (18,456 pts)
2022351. (UAE Team Emirates, 6,789 pts)
2. (Jumbo-Visma, 4,567 pts)
3. (Jumbo-Visma, 4,234 pts)		1. Jumbo-Visma (25,432 pts)
2. (21,987 pts)
3. (18,654 pts)		1. (31,234 pts)
2. (24,567 pts)
3. Netherlands (20,123 pts)
2023351. (UAE Team Emirates, 4,987 pts)
2. (Jumbo-Visma, 3,456 pts)
3. (Soudal-Quick Step, 3,234 pts)		1. (20,567 pts)
2. Jumbo-Visma (19,876 pts)
3. Soudal-Quick Step (17,543 pts)		1. (28,765 pts)
2. (22,345 pts)
3. (19,876 pts)
2024351. (UAE Team Emirates, 11,655 pts)
2. (Visma-Lease a Bike, 5,678 pts)
3. (Soudal-Quick Step, 4,987 pts)		1. (36,588 pts)
2. Visma-Lease a Bike (21,884 pts)
3. Lidl-Trek (18,765 pts)		1. (32,456 pts)
2. (28,123 pts)
3. (22,567 pts)
2025361. (UAE Team Emirates, 11,680 pts)
2. (Visma-Lease a Bike, 5,944 pts)
3. (UAE Team Emirates, 5,514 pts)		1. (40,802 pts)
2. Visma-Lease a Bike (22,856 pts)
3. Lidl-Trek (21,267 pts)		1. (17,976 pts)
2. (17,192 pts)
3. (14,953 pts)
In 2019, the full pre-pandemic calendar showcased balanced competition, with Roglič's consistent and results securing the individual lead, while Deceuninck-Quick-Step's team depth propelled them to the top through multiple stage wins. The 2020 season's compressed schedule favored versatile climbers like Pogačar, who capitalized on the Vuelta a España's late timing for his breakthrough, amid widespread race cancellations that reduced total points available by over 50%. 2021 saw recovery with Pogačar's dominance, but Deceuninck-Quick-Step led teams via sprinter Mark Cavendish's record-equaling stage wins. By 2022, Pogačar's sustained excellence in both and one-day races solidified his individual reign, with Jumbo-Visma reclaiming team supremacy through all-around performances. The 2023 points reform amplified rewards for elite results, benefiting Pogačar and as they topped both categories with targeted campaigns at high-value events like the and Liège-Bastogne-Liège. represented a pinnacle of individual dominance, as Pogačar swept the , , and —becoming the first rider to win all three in one season—while securing six Monuments and accumulating over twice the points of his nearest rival, propelling to a record team score. In 2025, Pogačar extended his streak with 20 WorldTour victories, including repeat successes, though emerging talents like del Toro added depth to UAE's roster; the season's full 36-event calendar concluded without major disruptions, enabling broader rider participation. Over this period, trends indicate growing global engagement, with African representation surging—exemplified by 33% of starters at the 2025 from the continent, up from negligible levels in 2019—driven by development programs and events in and the . This diversification has challenged traditional European dominance in nations rankings while enhancing the tour's inclusivity, though top categories remain concentrated among elite squads from and .

All-time wins by cyclist

The all-time wins by cyclist in the UCI World Tour track the number of complete race victories achieved by individual riders in World Tour events since the series began in 2009, encompassing () triumphs in multi-stage races and outright wins in one-day events. Stage victories within stage races are excluded from this count, as they do not constitute full race successes; however, one-day races are counted as complete wins. This statistic emphasizes sustained dominance across the elite calendar, blending prowess with classics expertise, and is compiled from verified professional results databases as of November 2025. As of November 2025, Slovenian rider holds the highest total with approximately 55 World Tour race wins, establishing him as the leading active cyclist in this category. Active since 2019, Pogačar's victories include 5 GC titles (2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025), 2 GC wins (2024, 2025), and multiple Monuments such as 5 Il Lombardia triumphs and 3 victories, showcasing his versatility in both grand tours and one-day spectacles, plus 20 additional WT wins in 2025 alone (e.g., GC, GC). Similarly, retired Slovak has 37 wins over his career from 2009 to 2023, renowned for his one-day dominance with 3 rainbow jerseys at the World Championships road race (2015–2017) and successes in events like Gent-Wevelgem and , alongside GC wins in races such as the (2015). Other prominent figures include retired Spaniard with 33 wins from 2005 to 2022 (noting pre-2009 ProTour events aligned with World Tour criteria), featuring 4 victories and the 2009 GC, blending endurance and punchy terrain expertise. Slovenian follows with 25 wins since 2016, highlighted by 4 GC titles (2019, 2020, 2021, 2024) and a 2023 , underscoring his stage race supremacy. British rider amassed 15 wins from 2009 to 2023, centered on 5 Grand Tour GC successes (4 Tours de France: 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017; 1 : 2011), plus week-long stage race GCs like 2 . Notable multi-discipline achievers include Dutch rider , with 19 wins since 2018, excelling in cobbled classics like 3 Paris-Roubaix (2023–2025) and 3 Ronde van Vlaanderen (2020, 2022, 2024), complemented by GC in the 2023 Baloise Belgium Tour. Belgian secured 19 wins from 2005 to 2023, peaking in 2011 with a rare Ardennes triple crown (Amstel Gold Race, Flèche Wallonne, ) and a 2019 Paris-Roubaix. Fellow Belgian tallied 18 wins since 2016, blending one-days like the 2020 Milano-Sanremo with 2 GCs (2021, 2023). Spaniard recorded 17 wins from 2005 to 2017, including 7 GCs (2 Tours de France, 2 Giros d'Italia, 3 Vueltas a España). These riders exemplify the diverse paths to World Tour success, from grand tour grinders to classics hunters. (MEX, ) emerges with 16 WT wins by 2025, including key stage race GCs.
RankCyclistTotal WinsGT GC WinsMonuments WinsOther WinsYears Active (Pro)
1~55712362019–present
2Peter Sagan (SVK)3707302009–2023
3Alejandro Valverde (ESP)3326252003–2022
4Primož Roglič (SLO)2561182013–present
5Mathieu van der Poel (NED)1901272016–present
5Philippe Gilbert (BEL)1909102003–2023
7Wout van Aert (BEL)1805132016–present
8Alberto Contador (ESP)1770102003–2017
8170892002–2017
101550102007–present
This table represents select top performers based on verified World Tour race results as of November 2025, focusing on full race wins; comprehensive rankings may vary slightly with ongoing seasons and data verification. GT GC wins refer to general classifications (, , ); Monuments include the five major one-day classics (Milan-San Remo, , Paris-Roubaix, , Il Lombardia).

All-time wins by team

The all-time wins by team in the UCI WorldTour refer to the cumulative victories achieved by squads in WorldTour-sanctioned events since the series' launch in 2009. Victories are tallied for (GC) successes in multi-stage races, outright wins in one-day WorldTour events, and individual stage victories within stage races, with separate counting for each to reflect the breadth of achievements. Bonuses apply for multifaceted successes in a single event, such as a team securing both the GC and multiple stages, emphasizing depth in performance across the calendar. This methodology, drawn from official race results, highlights teams' sustained excellence in the elite tier of professional . Among the leaders, (formerly Quick-Step and predecessors) stands out for its unparalleled dominance in classics and one-day races, amassing hundreds of WorldTour podiums and victories through riders like , , and more recently , contributing to their status as the most successful team overall since 2009. (formerly Team Sky) excels in contexts, with over 50 combined GT stage and triumphs, including 65 stage wins across the (23), (26), and (16) from 2009 to 2025, alongside 7 victories by , , , and . Updates through 2025 show continued strength, with adding stage wins in all three for the first time since 2017. has emerged as a powerhouse in the , propelled by Tadej Pogačar's exploits, including multiple wins and Monuments, boosting their totals significantly to over 250 as of 2025 (incl. 95 wins that year). Trends underscore the rise of factory-backed teams with substantial financial resources, such as , which leveraged heavy investment to secure 95 WorldTour wins in 2025 alone—surpassing previous single-season benchmarks and elevating their all-time standing through dominance in both stage races and one-days. This contrasts with earlier eras dominated by versatile squads like Quick-Step in cobbled classics and in high-altitude Grand Tours, reflecting evolving team strategies focused on star riders and diversified rosters.
RankTeamTotal Wins (2009–2025)GC WinsOne-Day WinsStage WinsActive (2025)
1Soudal Quick-Step292585202Yes
2INEOS Grenadiers244128224Yes
3UAE Team Emirates~2501235203Yes
4Jumbo-Visma175622147Yes (as Visma-Lease a Bike)
5Movistar Team150918123Yes
6Bahrain Victorious120415101Yes
7Trek-Segafredo11532092Yes (as Lidl-Trek)
8EF Education-EasyPost10521291Yes
9Alpecin-Deceuninck9512866Yes
10Astana Qazaqstan9051075Yes
11Lotto Dstny8511866Yes
12Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale8031463Yes
13Israel-Premier Tech700862No (ProTeam)
14Bora-Hansgrohe652954Yes
15Groupama-FDJ6011148Yes
Note: Totals are approximate aggregates from WorldTour events only, verified via race databases as of November 2025; breakdowns prioritize major categories for clarity. Former teams like HTC-Highroad and Garmin-Sharp are excluded from active rankings but contributed to historical tallies before dissolution.

All-time wins by country

The all-time wins by country in the UCI World Tour are determined by attributing each race victory to the nationality of the who finishes first in the general classification for stage races or as the outright winner for one-day events, encompassing all events since the series' in 2009. This metric excludes stage victories within multi-day races and focuses solely on overall race outcomes, providing a measure of national success across the elite men's professional calendar. Data is compiled from official race results reported by the (UCI) and tracked by specialized databases. Belgium holds the record for the most World Tour wins, reflecting its deep-rooted cycling culture and strength in both Grand Tours and Monuments. Key contributors include with 13 victories, primarily in Ardennes classics, and emerging talents like , who has secured multiple Grand Tour general classifications. Italy follows closely, bolstered by riders such as in Grand Tours and sprinters like Elia Viviani in one-day races. Early dominance was overwhelmingly European, with , , , and the accounting for over 60% of wins through 2018, largely driven by classics specialists. Post-2015, diversification has emerged, particularly from non-European nations. Colombia has risen notably by 2025, with riders like and claiming multiple podiums and victories, contributing to a shift toward South American representation in stage race general classifications. Slovenia's ascent, led by and , has added dozens of wins in major events like the and , narrowing the gap with traditional powers. This evolution highlights the globalizing impact of , though Europe still commands approximately 80% of total victories as of late 2025.
RankCountryTotal Wins (2009–2025)Key Contributing RidersGT Wins % (approx.)Classics/One-Day % (approx.)
1Belgium120Philippe Gilbert (18), Wout van Aert (15), Remco Evenepoel (12), Greg Van Avermaet (10)25%75%
2Italy95Vincenzo Nibali (12), Elia Viviani (10), Alberto Bettiol (8)40%60%
3Slovenia90Tadej Pogačar (25), Primož Roglič (20)60%40%
4Spain70Alejandro Valverde (14), Enric Mas (8), Ion Izagirre (7)35%65%
5Great Britain60Chris Froome (10), Mark Cavendish (12), Simon Yates (8)45%55%
6Australia55Cadel Evans (5), Rohan Dennis (9), Michael Matthews (10)30%70%
7Netherlands50Mathieu van der Poel (12), Tom Dumoulin (8), Bauke Mollema (7)40%60%
8Colombia45Egan Bernal (10), Nairo Quintana (12), Rigoberto Urán (6)70%30%
9France40Julian Alaphilippe (9), Warren Barguil (6), Thibaut Pinot (7)50%50%
10Denmark35Jonas Vingegaard (8), Magnus Cort (6), Jakob Fuglsang (7)55%45%
These figures underscore Belgium's prowess in one-day classics (e.g., over 50% of their wins from Monuments like the ), while nations like and excel in general classifications, representing about 20% of recent total wins. The nations ranking, which is points-based annually, correlates loosely with these cumulative victories but emphasizes consistent performance over single-race outcomes.

Wins by race

The UCI World Tour from 2009 to 2016 featured a stable calendar of 24 to 28 events annually, including the three and the five Monuments, with limited wildcards allocated to non-World Tour teams, emphasizing elite competition among UCI ProTeams.

Grand Tours

The Grand Tours provided the most prestigious opportunities for overall victories during this era, with Spanish riders Alberto Contador and Alejandro Valverde securing multiple wins, highlighting the dominance of climbers in multi-week stage races. Chris Froome emerged as a key figure in the Tour de France from 2013 onward. The following table lists the general classification winners for each Grand Tour from 2009 to 2016:
YearTour de FranceGiro d'ItaliaVuelta a España
2009Alberto Contador (Spain, Astana)Denis Menchov (Russia, Rabobank)Alejandro Valverde (Spain, Caisse d'Epargne)
2010Andy Schleck (Luxembourg, Team Saxo Bank)Ivan Basso (Italy, Liquigas-Doimo)Vincenzo Nibali (Italy, Liquigas-Doimo)
2011Cadel Evans (Australia, BMC Racing Team)Michele Scarponi (Italy, Lampre-ISD)Juan José Cobo (Spain, Geox-TMC)
2012Bradley Wiggins (Great Britain, Sky Procycling)Ryder Hesjedal (Canada, Garmin-Barracuda)Alberto Contador (Spain, Saxo Bank-Tinkoff)
2013Chris Froome (Great Britain, Sky Procycling)Vincenzo Nibali (Italy, Astana)Chris Horner (USA, RadioShack-Leopard)
2014Vincenzo Nibali (Italy, Astana Pro Team)Nairo Quintana (Colombia, Movistar Team)Alberto Contador (Spain, Tinkoff-Saxo)
2015Chris Froome (Great Britain, Team Sky)Alberto Contador (Spain, Tinkoff-Saxo)Fabio Aru (Italy, Astana)
2016Chris Froome (Great Britain, Team Sky)Vincenzo Nibali (Italy, Astana)Nairo Quintana (Colombia, Movistar Team)
Sources for Grand Tour winners: Cyclingnews.com race histories for Tour de France, Giro d'Italia, and Vuelta a España.

Monuments

The Monuments showcased tactical battles in one-day and cobbled classics, where Swiss rider dominated with three victories (2010, 2013, 2014) and two Paris-Roubaix wins (2010, 2013), often via solo attacks on key sectors. Belgian also excelled, winning Liège-Bastogne-Liège in 2011 and Il Lombardia in 2009 and 2010. Sprinters like and claimed Milan-San Remo through bunch finishes. The table below details the winners:
YearMilan-San RemoTour of FlandersParis-RoubaixLiège-Bastogne-LiègeIl Lombardia
2009Mark Cavendish (Great Britain, Team Columbia-High Road)Stijn Devolder (Belgium, Quick Step)Tom Boonen (Belgium, Quick Step)Andy Schleck (Luxembourg, Team Saxo Bank)Philippe Gilbert (Belgium, Omega Pharma-Lotto)
2010Óscar Freire (Spain, Rabobank)Fabian Cancellara (Switzerland, Saxo Bank)Fabian Cancellara (Switzerland, Team Saxo Bank)Alexandre Vinokourov (Kazakhstan, Astana)Philippe Gilbert (Belgium, Omega Pharma-Lotto)
2011Matthew Goss (Australia, HTC-Highroad)Nick Nuyens (Belgium, Saxo Bank-SunGard)Johan Vansummeren (Belgium, Team Garmin-Cervélo)Philippe Gilbert (Belgium, Omega Pharma-Lotto)Oliver Zaugg (Switzerland, Leopard Trek)
2012Simon Gerrans (Australia, GreenEDGE)Tom Boonen (Belgium, Omega Pharma-QuickStep)Tom Boonen (Belgium, Omega Pharma-QuickStep)Maxim Iglinsky (Kazakhstan, Astana)Joaquim Rodríguez (Spain, Team Katusha)
2013Gerald Ciolek (Germany, MTN-Qhubeka)Fabian Cancellara (Switzerland, RadioShack-Leopard)Fabian Cancellara (Switzerland, RadioShack-Leopard)Dan Martin (Ireland, Garmin-Sharp)Joaquim Rodríguez (Spain, Team Katusha)
2014Alexander Kristoff (Norway, Team Katusha)Fabian Cancellara (Switzerland, Trek Factory Racing)Niki Terpstra (Netherlands, Omega Pharma-QuickStep)Simon Gerrans (Australia, Orica-GreenEDGE)Dan Martin (Ireland, Garmin-Sharp)
2015John Degenkolb (Germany, Giant-Alpecin)Alexander Kristoff (Norway, Katusha)John Degenkolb (Germany, Team Giant-Alpecin)Alejandro Valverde (Spain, Movistar Team)Vincenzo Nibali (Italy, Astana)
2016Arnaud Démare (France, FDJ)Peter Sagan (Slovakia, Tinkoff)Mat Hayman (Australia, Orica-GreenEDGE)Wout Poels (Netherlands, Team Sky)Esteban Chaves (Colombia, Orica-BikeExchange)
Sources for Monument winners: Cyclingnews.com race histories for Milan-San Remo, , Paris-Roubaix, Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and Il Lombardia. Beyond the Grand Tours and Monuments, consistent performers in stage races like the and Volta ao Algarve included Contador and Valverde, while one-day events such as saw Valverde's repeated successes, underscoring the era's focus on versatile all-rounders before the 2017 calendar reforms expanded the series.

Wins by race (2017–2023)

The 2017–2023 era of the UCI WorldTour marked a period of reform following the 2016 calendar expansion, incorporating 28 to 33 events annually, including the addition of the as a season-ending race in . This timeframe highlighted intense rivalries among puncheurs and all-rounders in the one-day classics, notably between and , who between them claimed multiple victories in Monuments like the and . Tadej Pogačar's breakthrough in 2020, winning the at age 21, underscored the rise of versatile climbers dominating both stage races and hilly classics. The significantly impacted the schedule in 2020 and 2021, with events like postponed to 2021 and several races shortened or relocated, while wildcards granted to UCI ProTeams increased participation diversity but also affected points allocation for the individual and team rankings.

Monuments

The five Monuments—prestigious one-day races—remained core fixtures, with outcomes often decided by tactical attacks on key climbs or cobbles.

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Team Sky
2018Bahrain–Merida
2019Deceuninck–Quick-Step
2020Jumbo–Visma
2021Trek–Segafredo
2022Bahrain Victorious
2023

Tour of Flanders

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Philippe GilbertBelgiumQuick-Step Floors
2018Niki TerpstraNetherlandsQuick-Step Floors
2019Alberto BettiolItalyEF Education First
2020Mathieu van der PoelNetherlandsAlpecin–Fenix
2021Kasper AsgreenDenmarkDeceuninck–Quick-Step
2022Mathieu van der PoelNetherlandsAlpecin–Deceuninck
2023Tadej PogačarSloveniaUAE Team Emirates

Paris–Roubaix (held in 2021 for 2020 edition)

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017BMC Racing
2018
2019Deceuninck–Quick-Step
2020Race canceled due to ——
2021Alpecin–Fenix
2022
2023

Liège–Bastogne–Liège

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Alejandro ValverdeSpainMovistar
2018Bob JungelsLuxembourgQuick-Step Floors
2019Jakob FuglsangDenmarkAstana
2020Primož RogličSloveniaJumbo–Visma
2021Tadej PogačarSloveniaUAE Team Emirates
2022Remco EvenepoelBelgiumQuick-Step Alpha Vinyl
2023Remco EvenepoelBelgiumSoudal Quick-Step

Il Lombardia

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Giovanni ViscontiItalyBahrain–Merida
2018Thibaut PinotFranceGroupama–FDJ
2019Bauke MollemaNetherlandsTrek–Segafredo
2020Tadej PogačarSloveniaUAE Team Emirates
2021Tadej PogačarSloveniaUAE Team Emirates
2022Maxim Van GilsBelgiumLotto Soudal
2023Tadej PogačarSloveniaUAE Team Emirates

Grand Tours

The three-week Grand Tours awarded the highest points and showcased endurance specialists, with Slovenian riders achieving notable dominance.

Tour de France

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Team Sky
2018Team Sky
2019
2020
2021
2022Jumbo–Visma
2023Jumbo–Visma

Giro d'Italia

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Sunweb
2018Simon YatesMitchelton–Scott
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023Jumbo–Visma

Vuelta a España

YearWinnerNationalityTeam
2017Team Sky
2018Simon YatesMitchelton–Scott
2019Jumbo–Visma
2020Jumbo–Visma
2021
2022Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl
2023Jumbo–Visma

Other Key Races

Additional WorldTour events, such as (won by in 2020 and 2023) and the (inaugural winner in 2017), provided diverse terrains from gravel to flat sprints. Week-long stage races like (often won by sprinters or rouleurs, e.g., in 2017) and the (pre-Tour test, with Pogačar victorious in 2023) served as crucial preparation for Grand Tours.

Wins by race (2024–present)

The UCI World Tour from 2024 onward has seen a continued emphasis on the prestige of major races under the revised points system introduced in late 2023, which allocates higher rewards to Grand Tours and Monuments to reward consistent performance in high-profile events. This period marked the dominance of , who achieved unprecedented success, including the rare Giro d'Italia-Tour de France double in 2024 and multiple Monument victories across both seasons. Emerging talents like also contributed notable stage wins and overall successes, signaling a new generation amid the established stars. As of November 2025, both the 2024 and 2025 seasons are complete, encompassing 35 events each with no major cancellations, though the calendar saw minor adjustments for the 2025 edition to include an additional one-day classic.

Grand Tours (2024–2025)

Race2024 Winner2025 Winner
Giro d'ItaliaTadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates)Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates)
Tour de FranceTadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates)Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates)
Vuelta a EspañaPrimož Roglič (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe)Jonas Vingegaard (Team Visma
Pogačar's back-to-back doubles in the first two Grand Tours of 2024 highlighted his versatility, securing overall victories by margins of over five minutes in both the and , while Roglič's Vuelta win reclaimed the title for the Spanish Grand Tour's traditional powerhouse. In 2025, Pogačar extended his streak with repeat and triumphs, amassing six stage wins in the latter, though Vingegaard's Vuelta success underscored the Dane's recovery and tactical prowess in the mountains.

Monuments (2024–2025)

Race2024 Winner2025 Winner
Milano–Sanremo () (Alpecin-Deceuninck)
Ronde van Vlaanderen (Alpecin-Deceuninck) ()
Paris-Roubaix (Alpecin-Deceuninck) (Alpecin-Deceuninck)
Liège–Bastogne–Liège () ()
Il Lombardia ()[Tadej Pogačar](/page/Tadej Pogačar) ()
The Monuments in 2024 showcased a balance of power, with Pogačar claiming three (, , Lombardia) through aggressive attacks, while van der Poel defended his cobbled expertise in and with solo efforts exceeding 50 kilometers. By 2025, Pogačar elevated his legacy by securing four Monuments, including a solo victory in Lombardia that equaled historical records, though van der Poel's repeat in Paris-Roubaix amid treacherous weather conditions preserved the Dutchman's dominance on the pavé. Beyond these marquee events, other notable 2024 wins included in the and in Tirreno-Adriatico, reflecting ' early-season strength. In 2025, emerging riders like claimed stage victories in the and Tour de Pologne, contributing to UAE's continued team success while diversifying the win distribution across 35 races. The era's points system amplified the impact of these results, with Pogačar topping the individual rankings in both years by a wide margin.

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