The mega ultra through the Aosta Valley. 330km with 24,000m of elevation gain.
Tor des Géants 2026 features an elite field rated 90/100, with Courtney Dauwalter 🇺🇸 emerging as the clear frontrunner at 47.5% win probability. Kilian Jornet trails at 19.4% and will need a tactical masterclass to contend.
The primary battle is between Courtney Dauwalter and Kilian Jornet, separated by just 28.1 percentage points. The USA 🇺🇸 has 2 athletes in the top 3, adding tactical depth to their campaign. Katie Schide 🇺🇸 at 10.9% is the dark horse — capable of disrupting if the leaders neutralize each other.
Cool conditions (-5 to 20°C) are favorable for fast times. Variable alpine skies should allow athletes to push the pace early. Watch for Variable impacting the exposed sections of the course.
Courtney Dauwalter to win. Early projection — form and fitness closer to race day will refine this call.
Course record: 60:14:22. Courmayeur hosts this 330 km event.