The average men's WorldTour budget for the 2026 season has risen to €33 million, a rise of 4.5% on 2025, with the median salary for a self-employed rider up to €350,000, rising 5.6%, according to a report by La Gazzetta dello Sport.
The costs and salaries of the highest level of professional cycling have been rising year on year, with men's team budgets now totaling €663 million.
