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Utsunomiya Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2025

Utsunomiya, renowned as the "City of Bicycles," is gearing up to host the prestigious "SUBARU LAYBACK presents 2025 UTSUNOMIYA JAPAN CUP CYCLE ROAD RACE" from October 17th to 19th, 2025. This notable event showcases the pinnacle of cycling competition and is recognized as the most significant one-day race in Asia, as well as Japan's only UCI ProSeries event.

The race is poised to attract elite cyclists and teams from around the globe. Specifically, six top UCI WorldTeams will participate, including:

• - EF EDUCATION-EASYPOST (USA)
• - BAHRAIN VICTORIOUS (BRN)
• - COFIDIS (FRA)
• - INTERMARCHE-WANTY (BEL)
• - LIDL-TREK (USA)
• - TEAM JAYCO ALULA (AUS)

Apart from these prestigious teams, several noteworthy riders are expected to compete, such as:

• - Jonathan Milan (ITA) from LIDL-TREK, a talented cyclist with two Tour de France stage victories and a previous green jersey winner.
• - Michael Matthews (AUS) from TEAM JAYCO ALULA, a strong contender for both the criterium and the road race events.
• - Yuhi Todome (JPN) from EF EDUCATION-EASYPOST, noted for being the only Japanese rider competing in a WorldTeam.
• - Yukiya Arashiro (JPN) from SOLUTION TECH VINI FANTINI, recognized as Japan's top cyclist.

In addition to the six UCI WorldTeams, four UCI ProTeams will also compete:

• - ISRAEL-PREMIER TECH (ISR)
• - SOLUTION TECH VINI FANTINI (ITA)
• - TEAM NOVO NORDISK (USA)
• - TUDOR PRO CYCLING TEAM (SUI)

The anticipation surrounding the Utsunomiya Japan Cup is palpable as world-class cyclists prepare to converge for this thrilling event. Organizers are enthusiastic about the possibility of widespread viewership, encouraging fans to watch the competition unfold live online.

Fans can catch the race through the official streaming link on YouTube. The live schedule is as follows:

• - Criterium: October 18, 2025 - LIVE at 15:40
• - Road Race: October 19, 2025 - LIVE at 10:00

For those interested in exploring Utsunomiya, the city offers a rich array of attractions and cultural experiences that highlight its unique bicycle heritage. For further insights on our beautiful city, you can find more information at Discover Utsunomiya.

This year promises to be an exhilarating spectacle, celebrating cycling and uniting people through their shared passion for the sport at the 2025 Utsunomiya Japan Cup Cycle Road Race.