Mexican cycling witnessed a historic moment as 22-year-old Isaac del Toro claimed overall victory at the 2026 UAE Tour, becoming the first rider from his nation to win a UCI World Tour stage race. Del Toro completed the prestigious event with a total time of 21:10:30.

Historic Achievement in Abu Dhabi

Del Toro’s groundbreaking triumph was secured during the race’s crucial sixth stage at Jebel Hafeet on February 21, before the final stage concluded in Abu Dhabi on February 22. The victory marks a significant milestone for Mexican cycling, representing the country’s first overall title in a World Tour stage race.

Youth Prevails in World Tour Competition

At just 22 years of age, del Toro’s victory demonstrates the emergence of a promising new talent on the World Tour circuit. His performance throughout the UAE Tour showcased both his climbing abilities and his capacity to maintain consistency across multiple stages of a major professional race.

The UAE Tour, as part of the UCI World Tour calendar, represents the highest level of professional road cycling competition, making del Toro’s achievement even more remarkable. His winning time of 21 hours, 10 minutes, and 30 seconds reflects the intensity of the competition across the desert state’s challenging terrain.