Tirreno-Adriatico 2026 is here with a stacked line-up of riders set to tackle the very exciting and punchy route.
Stage 1 was won by Filippo Ganna, in a dominant display of power in the ITT, while Mathieu van der Poel seized stage 2 and stage 4 before securing a second win on stage 5. Isaac del Toro (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) won stage 6 currently sits in the overall lead ahead of Sunday's final stage (you can follow daily results on our homepage).
Below you will find the best places to watch the race on TV, legitimate free streaming and a simple way to keep access to your home subscription securely through a VPN while travelling.
Tirreno-Adriatico 2026 stage schedule
Monday 9 March 2026 • Lido di Camaiore → Lido di Camaiore
| Timezone | First Rider Starts (ITT) | Expected Finish | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local | CET / UTC+1 | 12:40 | 15:45 |
2 - Tuesday 10 March 2026 • Camaiore → San Gimignano
- Race Start: 10:50
- Expected Finish: 15:29
3 - Wednesday 11 March 2026 • Cortona → Magliano de' Marsi
- Race Start: 10:25
- Expected Finish: 15:28
4 - Thursday 12 March 2026 • Tagliacozzo → Martinsicuro
- Race Start: 10:15
- Expected Finish: 15:28
5 - Friday 13 March 2026 • Marotta-Mondolfo → Mombaroccio
- Race Start: 10:40
- Expected Finish: 15:29
6 - Saturday 14 March 2026 • San Severino Marche → Camerino
- Race Start: 10:35
- Expected Finish: 15:25
7 - Sunday 15 March 2026 • Civitanova Marche → San Benedetto del Tronto
- Race Start: 12:20
- Expected Finish: 15:35
Race Favourites
This year's "Race of the Two Seas" looks to be a very open race with Primož Roglič going up against Isaac Del Toro, and Matteo Jorgenson and more with Classics superstars Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert also set to race. The route starts and finishes in the usual way, but this race could be wide open for the GC fight.
How to watch Tirreno-Adriatico
Catch all seven stages through these official broadcasters and streaming platforms. All specific stage timings are available in the schedule below.
Live Streaming Coverage by Region
| Region | Broadcaster | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
United Kingdom | discovery+ / TNT Sports | £30.99/mo | The primary home for pro cycling in the UK. |
United States | Max / FloBikes | From $18.49/mo | Live coverage for US fans via B/R Sports. |
Canada | FloBikes | $39.99/mo | Dedicated cycling platform for Canadian viewers. |
Australia | SBS / SBS On Demand | Free | Excellent free-to-air coverage for Australian residents. |
Italy | RAI (Rai Sport / Rai Play) | Free | The official host broadcaster with comprehensive free access. |
Belgium | Sporza / RTBF | Free | Free streams available in Flemish and French. |
France | France Télévisions | Free | National broadcaster providing free coverage in France. |
Netherlands | NOS | Free | Public broadcaster showing highlights and live stages. |
Spain | RTVE Play | Free | Free live stream for viewers located in Spain. |
Legal Free Streams
Velora tip: Many countries offer free-to-air official coverage. Certain national broadcasters show the race live for free – entirely legally:
- Italy: RAI (Rai Sport/Rai Play)
- Australia: SBS On Demand
- France: France Télévisions
- Belgium: Sporza (Flemish) and RTBF Auvio (French)
- Spain: RTVE Play
You can safely access your usual services abroad via a trusted VPN – without breaking any rules. If you're abroad, you can connect via VPN to your home country to access these official, legal feeds – just as if you were at home.
Using a VPN Legally While Travelling
Broadcasters often limit streams to home viewers. If you're travelling, a VPN lets you securely connect to your home network – so you can keep watching your existing paid or free account from abroad.
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Why the Tirreno-Adriatico Matters
Tirreno-Adriatico is one of the key stage races on the men's side of the cycling calendar. Running alongside Paris-Nice, the 'race of the two seas' brings an aggressive style of racing to the early season with time trials, sprint stages and the now traditional 'muri' stages with their short, steep climbs. It means the race is open to all kinds of riders, especially this year with the absence of a major summit finish.
Quick Recap
- Watch live via official broadcasters (Discovery+, Max, FloBikes)
- Access free and legal coverage via RAI, SBS, and France TV
- Travelling abroad? Use a VPN to keep access to your home subscription safely
- Avoid illegal or pirate streams — they're unsafe and breach copyright
Watch the Tirreno-Adriatico live, free (where available), and securely — wherever you are.
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