'It was a monumental race for American cycling' - Philadelphia Cycling Classic makes a return in 2026 after a decade-long absence

PHILADELPHIA JUNE 6 The womens Peloton makes its way up the Manayunk Wall as Petra Rossner of Germany and riding for Team Nurnberger went on to claim her record seventh victory of the Liberty Classic during the Wachovia Cycling Series on June 6 2004 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania Rossner announced after the race that she will retire at the years end Photo by Doug PensingerGetty Images.

Professional cycling in the US got a major boost on Tuesday as Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker announced the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic, ten years after the last edition.

"Philadelphia is proud to welcome back one of the world's greatest sporting events," Mayor Parker said. "Get excited, everyone – the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is back! This world-class event will again put Philadelphia on the global stage in 2026, and it will go well beyond next year's celebration.