The prestigious multi-day cycling race, the Presidential Tour of Türkiye, kicks off on April 26, 2026. The opening stage takes participants from the city of Çeşme to Selçuk. The total distance of the route is 148.7 kilometers. The course features a category 3 climb and several intermediate sprints. Athletes will tackle the hilly terrain along the Aegean coast. The competition holds a high ProSeries status and attracts the world's leading teams. The peloton's leaders battle for podium spots and the turquoise jersey of the general classification leader.