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Portugal 22 Mar 2026 Class 1.2 – 1 day – Class 2
Website www.fpciclismo.pt https://trofeuarrabida.pt/
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The Troféu Internacional da Arrábida 1.2 2026 is taking place today, Sunday, March 22, 2026. This one-day UCI Europe Tour race covers a challenging route through the Setúbal Peninsula in Portugal.
Race Schedule & Logistics
- Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
- Start Time: 12:00 PM (Ceremonial) / 12:10 PM (Actual)
- Start Location: Palmela (Largo de São João Baptista)
- Estimated Finish: 3:40 PM (15:40)
- Finish Location: Sesimbra (Castelo de Sesimbra)
Route Details
The course spans approximately 153.9 km (some sources list up to 155.6 km) with a total elevation gain of 2,050 meters. Key points of interest include:
- Alto de São Paulo (Category Climb): Expected passage at 1:20 PM (km 53.9).
- Serra da Arrábida (Category Climb): Expected passage at 2:05 PM (km 86.0).
- Assenta (Short/Steep Ramp): A 12.4% gradient climb at 3:20 PM (km 138.9) before the final circuit.
Participating Teams
The peloton features a mix of Continental teams and club squads, including:
- Continental Teams: Sabgal/Anicolor, Efapel Cycling, Movistar Team Academy, UAE Team Emirates Gen Z, and Tavfer-Ovos Matinados-Mortágua.
- Club Teams: Inovocorte Cycling, Porminho Team Sub-23, and Caja Rural-Alea.
The race typically concludes with a grueling uphill finish at the Sesimbra Castle, making it a favorite for punchy climbers.
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The Troféu Internacional da Arrábida (also known as the Clássica da Arrábida) is a relatively young but prestigious one-day road race in Portugal. Since its inception, it has quickly become a key fixture for rising talents and continental teams looking to make their mark on the European stage.
Origins and Evolution
- Established (2017): The race was founded in 2017 to showcase the natural beauty and demanding terrain of the Arrábida Natural Park.
- UCI Status: It debuted as a 1.2 category event on the UCI Europe Tour, a status it has maintained throughout its history. This classification makes it a prime hunting ground for “ProTeam” scouts looking at the next generation of riders.
- The “Clássica” Identity: While officially the Troféu Internacional da Arrábida, it is widely referred to as the Clássica da Arrábida due to its grueling, classic-style profile—combining steep climbs, technical descents, and occasionally unpaved “sterrato” sections.
Historical Winners & Highlights
The race is famous for being won by aggressive climbers and “puncheurs.”
| Year | Winner | Team | Nationality |
| 2017 | Amaro Antunes | W52–FC Porto | Portugal |
| 2018 | Dmitry Strakhov | Lokosphinx | Russia |
| 2019 | Jonathan Lastra | Caja Rural–Seguros RGA | Spain |
| 2020 | Cancelled | (COVID-19 Pandemic) | — |
| 2021 | Sean Quinn | Hagens Berman Axeon | USA |
| 2022 | Orluis Aular | Caja Rural–Seguros RGA | Venezuela |
| 2023 | Orluis Aular | Caja Rural–Seguros RGA | Venezuela |
| 2024 | Joseba López | Caja Rural–Seguros RGA | Spain |
| 2025 | Luca Giaimi | UAE Team Emirates Gen Z | Italy |
| 2026 | Enea Sambinello | UAE Team Emirates Gen Z | Italy |
Key Characteristics
- Dominance of Caja Rural: The Spanish team Caja Rural–Seguros RGA has historically dominated this race, including a back-to-back victory by Orluis Aular (the only rider to win the race twice).
- The Arrábida Wall: The race’s identity is tied to the Serra da Arrábida. The route almost always culminates in or near Sesimbra, often featuring a finish at the castle that requires a final, explosive burst of power.
- Springboard for Talent: Many winners have used this race as a stepping stone to the WorldTour. For instance, Sean Quinn (2021 winner) moved to EF Education–EasyPost shortly after his success here.
Note: As of today, March 22, 2026, the latest edition has just concluded with Enea Sambinello taking the victory for UAE Team Emirates Gen Z.
