Project Pidcock Year 2: Tour de France, Pogačar Rivalry, and New Roster

January 28, 2026 Alex Carter - Sports Editor Sport

Here’s a breakdown of Tom Pidcock’s 2026 racing schedule, as detailed in the article, and the key takeaway:

Key Takeaway: Tom Pidcock’s 2026 racing schedule is heavily focused on challenging Tadej Pogačar, with nearly every major target putting them on a direct collision course.

Schedule:

* February:
* Vuelta Ciclista a la Región de Murcia (Feb 13-14)
* Clásica Jaén (Feb 16) – Gravel
* Vuelta a Andalucía (Feb 18-22)
* Omloop Het Nieuwsblad (Feb 28) – cobbles
* March:
* Strade Bianche (March 7)
* Milano-Torino (March 18)
* Milano-Sanremo (March 21)
* Volta Ciclista a Catalunya (March 23-29)
* April:
* De Brabantse Pijl (April 17)
* Amstel Gold Race (April 19)
* La Flèche Wallonne (April 22)
* Liège-Bastogne-Liège (April 26)

Additional Points:

* Pidcock is entering 2026 with renewed momentum after a split with Ineos Grenadiers and a stronger team around him.
* He’s specifically structuring his training and racing too peak for the races that matter most, with the Tour de France being a major goal.
* Pinarello Q36.5 is still hoping for a Tour de France invitation.

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