Spain 24 Apr – 27 Apr 2025 Class 2.1 – Stages – Class 1
Website www.lavueltaasturias.com and https://www.instagram.com/vueltasturias/
Email asturias@lavueltaasturias.com
The Vuelta Asturias Julio Alvarez Mendo is a professional cycling stage race with a rich history in Spain. Here’s whats on the information is available:
Origins of the Race:
- The first edition of the Vuelta Asturias was held in 1925, making it one of the oldest cycling races in Spain.
- The race was founded by the Cuesta brothers, pioneers of cycling in Gijón who also established the first bicycle factory in Spain.
- The inaugural Vuelta Asturias in November 1925 was inspired by the enthusiastic reception the Cuesta brothers received upon returning to Gijón after a cycling event.
Key Milestones or Significant Editions:
- The race has not been held consistently throughout its history, with notable gaps, particularly from 1929 to 1946.
- Since 2005, the race has been organized as a 2.1 event on the UCI Europe Tour, indicating its status as a significant professional race.
- In 2015, the race was elevated to a 2.1 ranking as part of the UCI Europe Tour.
- The race typically takes place over three days and often concludes in Oviedo. Stage finishes in Avilés, Gijón, and Llanes have also been common.
- The 100th anniversary of the Vuelta Asturias was celebrated in 2025, with events held in Oviedo.
Information about Julio Alvarez Mendo:
- The race is currently named Vuelta Asturias Julio Alvarez Mendo.
- Cristina Álvarez Mendo is the general director of the Vuelta Ciclista a Asturias. In 2024, she received the “Ovetense of the Year” award for her work leading the race and her contributions to the region.
Past Winners:
- Isaac Del Toro won the overall classification in 2024.
- Other recent winners include Lorenzo Fortunato (2023), Iván Sosa (2022), Nairo Quintana (2021), and Richard Carapaz (2019, 2018).
- Nairo Quintana and Richard Carapaz are among the riders with multiple victories in the Vuelta Asturias.
- Ricardo Montero holds
Please note that the 2025 edition of the Vuelta Asturias Julio Alvarez Mendo is scheduled to take place from April 24th to April 27th, 2025.
Sources and similar content:
Vuelta a Asturias – Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre
Vuelta Asturias Julio Alvarez Mendo – UCI
Site sobre la historia de La Vuelta Ciclista Asturias desde 1925
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