Men's Surf Coast Classic - Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

SURF COAST CLASSIC - MEN

Thursday 29 January 2026 - 11:00am to 2:30pm*

Held mid-week, the Men’s Surf Coast Classic is a fast-paced race from Lorne to Torquay, offering a mix of coastal beauty and tactical racing. In 2025, Tobias Lund Andresen took the win in a thrilling sprint finish. The route includes a challenging inland climb and a high-speed run into Torquay, making it a favourite for sprinters and breakaway specialists alike.

For all the details and to plan your visit, view our spectator guide.

*Finish times are approximate.

The 2026 Course – 157km

From the Lorne start, the course features a challenging 10km uphill climb inland towards Dean Marsh. Following the rolling roads of the Surf Coast Shire and country townships, the fast-paced peloton navigated a few critical corners in the slightly downhill run into the coastal town of Torquay.

Crossing Spring Creek, down Anderson Street, the peloton will turn left onto The Esplanade for what is set to be a thrilling sprint finish by the beach.

WHAT THEY SAY

“Before the season started, I said I want to win a one-day race and that’s already crossed off… it means a lot to me.”

Tobias Lund Andresen (Team Picnic PostNL), 2025 winner

“An incredible and breathtaking view throughout the course, team tactics will not only focus on grabbing the victory, but also on winning the maximum points possible which is sure to make for a thrilling finish.”

Race Director, Scott Sunderland

“The mid-week races will challenge the best riders in the world, while providing a glorious backdrop for spectators, showcasing our Surf Coast to riders and fans from across Victoria, interstate and the world.”

Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos

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