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Spain 04 Apr 2026 Class 1.Pro – 1 day – UCI ProSeries
Website www.gpmiguelindurain.com
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The 2026 Gran Premio Miguel Indurain is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, April 4. This Spanish one-day classic is a key warm-up for the Itzulia Basque Country and is known for its “wall” finishes and hilly terrain in the Navarra region.
Race Schedule (CET)
- Start Time: ~11:50 AM
- Live Broadcast Begins: ~3:30 PM
- Expected Finish: ~5:05 PM
Route & Terrain
The race covers approximately 204 km starting and ending in Estella-Lizarra. It is a grueling day for the peloton, featuring over 3,400 meters of vertical climbing.
- Key Climbs: The finale is particularly explosive, with three short, steep climbs in the final 10 kilometers:
- 4 km at 5.4%
- 1.6 km at 4.6%
- 600 meters at 10% (The final “wall” before the descent to the finish line).
Major Teams & Favorites
A strong field of 19 teams is participating, including 10 WorldTour squads. Notable riders on the provisional start list include:
- UAE Team Emirates: Marc Soler, Igor Arrieta, Finn Fisher-Black.
- Bahrain Victorious: Pello Bilbao, Antonio Tiberi, Attila Valter.
- Lidl-Trek: Quinn Simmons, Andrea Bagioli.
- EF Education-EasyPost: Ben Healy.
- Cofidis: Alex Aranburu, Ion Izagirre, Emanuel Buchmann.
- Tudor Pro Cycling: Marc Hirschi.
Where to Watch
UK: TNT Sports / HBO Max
Europe: Eurosport / Discovery+ / Max
Spain (Basque Country): EITB
USA & Canada: FloBikes
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The Gran Premio Miguel Indurain has a long and somewhat complex history, evolving from a local Spanish mountain race into a prestigious international event that serves as the unofficial “opening act” for the Itzulia Basque Country.
Evolution of the Name
The race has undergone several name changes since its inception, reflecting its growth in scale:
- 1951–1966: Campeonato Vasco-Navarro de Montaña (Basque-Navarre Mountain Championship).
- 1967–1998: Frequently shifted between titles like Gran Premio Navarra and Trofeo Comunidad Foral de Navarra.
- 1999–Present: Renamed Gran Premio Miguel Indurain to honor the five-time Tour de France winner, who was born in the nearby village of Villava.
Historical Milestones
- Origins (1951): The race began as a regional competition for Spanish climbers. The first winner was Hortensio Vidaurreta, who won the first three editions consecutively.
- The Indurain Era (1987): A young Miguel Indurain won the race himself in 1987 (then known as the GP Navarra), over a decade before it would eventually bear his name.
- UCI Status: In 2005, it joined the UCI Europe Tour. It was upgraded to 1.HC status in 2007 and later became part of the UCI ProSeries in 2020.
- Modern Prestige: Today, it is considered one of the most beautiful “semi-classics.” Its proximity to the Itzulia Basque Country (which usually starts the following Monday) ensures a world-class field of climbers and puncheurs every year.
Legendary Winners
The honors list is a “who’s who” of cycling royalty, particularly those who excel in hilly terrain:
- Alejandro Valverde: A modern master of this race, winning it three times (2014, 2018, 2021).
- Ion Izagirre: A local favorite who took the title in 2023.
- International Stars: Winners include Simon Yates (2017), Warren Barguil (2021), Brandon McNulty (2024), and most recently, Thibau Nys (2025).
The “Estella” Tradition
Since its earliest days, the race has been inseparable from the town of Estella-Lizarra. The finish line on the Paseo de la Inmaculada and the brutal final climb of the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Puy have become iconic hallmarks of the event’s identity.
