Don’t miss the first big WorldTour meeting of the year! THE Tour Down Under 2025 begins this Friday with the women’s race (January 17 to 19), followed by the men’s race (January 21 to 26), and it’s a moment not to be missed for cycling enthusiasts. Find out everything you need to know to follow the news live: broadcast times, TV channel, and important details so you don’t miss anything!
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When and where to watch the Tour Down Under 2025 live?
Women’s Edition (Santos Tour Down Under Women):
- Dates : Of January 17 to 19, 2025.
- Broadcast times (French time):
- Step 1 (January 17): Live broadcast on Eurosport Live et Eurosport Max from 1:30 a.m. (French time)
- Step 2 (January 18): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 3 (January 19): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
Men’s Edition (Santos Tour Down Under Men):
- Dates : Of January 21 to 26, 2025.
- Broadcast times (French time):
- Step 1 (January 21): Live broadcast on Eurosport Live et Eurosport Max from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 2 (January 22): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 3 (January 23): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 4 (January 24): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 5 (January 25): Live stream from 1:30 a.m.
- Step 6 (January 26): Live stream from 4 a.m.
Everything you need to know about the Tour Down Under 2025: participants, route, and challenges
The Tour Down Under Femmes 2025 will take place from January 17 to 19 and will bring together an exceptional field of runners. Among the favorites, we find Justine Ghekiere (AG Insurance-Soudal), winner of the 2024 Tour de France polka dot jersey, and Neve Bradbury (Canyon//SRAM), young Australian climber who shone in 2024. Chloé DygertOlympic gold medalist, will also be one to watch for her time trial and sprint abilities. On the team side, Lidl-Trek align Niamh Fisher-Blacka formidable climber, while FDJ-Suez put on Elise Chabbey et Ally Wollastonversatile and dangerous on all terrains. The demanding course includes three stages with key climbs such as the legendary Willunga Hillwhich will be climbed twice during the second stage. The first step connects Brighton to Snapper Point (101.9 km), followed by a stage between Unley et Willunga Hill (115 km), and ends with a hilly circuit around Stirling (105,9 km).
In men, the Tour Down Under 2025 will take place from January 21 to 26 and will bring together a prestigious field. The outgoing winner, Stevie Williams (Israel – Premier Tech), will be present to defend his title, accompanied by Michael Woods. Luke Plapp (Team Jayco AlUla), three-time Australian champion, and Jay Vine (UAE Team Emirates XRG), winner in 2023, will be among the favorites. Legendary figures like Geraint Thomas (INEOS Grenadiers) et Dylan Van Baarle (Visma Lease a Bike) will also bring their experience. The route, made up of six stages, begins with a hilly stage between Prospect et Gumeracha (150.7 km), followed by a loop around Tanunda (128.8 km). Stages 3 and 4 will take riders from Norwood to Uraidla (147.5 km) and Glenelg to Victor Harbor (157.2 km). The queen stage, McLaren Vale to Willunga Hill (145.7 km), promises spectacular clashes, while the last stage will conclude with a flat circuit in the center ofAdelaide (90 km).
How to follow the Tour Down Under 2025 on social networks?
So as not to miss anything Tour Down Under 2025social networks are your best resource. Here’s how to stay informed: Todaycycling for analysis and stage summaries. Official accounts : Follow le Tour Down Under on X (formerly Twitter) Facebook Instagram and Youtube for live updates, results and exclusive content.
Hashtags : Use #TourDownUnder, #TDU2025 et #TDU to follow race-related discussions and posts. Teams and riders : Follow WorldTour team accounts (like Israel-Premier Tech, Jayco AlUla) and runners (like Stephen Williams or Luke Plapp) for personal insights.
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