In a significant development for the cycling community, the Vuelta a Mexico is set to make its return to the UCI calendar in 2027. This announcement follows the official recognition of the Union Ciclista de Mexico (UCM) in 2025, which has revitalised the nation’s cycling scene. The UCM aims to host the inaugural Vuelta a Mexico early in the season, targeting a January date and striving for a high UCI status to attract top-tier teams, including UAE Emirates XRG, featuring Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro.
Historically, the Vuelta a Mexico has been a notable event in the cycling calendar, with editions held in the 1950s, 1960s, 1980s, and 1990s. Riders such as Raúl Alcalá and Laurent Fignon have claimed victories in the past. Between 2008 and 2015, the Vuelta a Mexico Telmex was organised, holding a 2.2 status on the UCI calendar and comprising six to eight stages per edition.
The resurgence of the Vuelta a Mexico aligns with the growing prominence of Mexican cyclists on the international stage. Isaac del Toro’s impressive performances, including his double national championship victory in 2025, have garnered attention and enthusiasm for the sport within the country. The return of the Vuelta a Mexico is poised to further elevate the profile of Mexican cycling, offering a competitive platform for local talent and enhancing the sport’s appeal to fans both domestically and globally.
As the UCM finalises plans for the 2027 edition, the cycling world eagerly anticipates the return of the Vuelta a Mexico, recognising its potential to contribute significantly to the sport’s development in the Americas.