Good Morning from Stage 6 of the UAE Tour
The Aldar Stage features 166km of riding from Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Breakwater and is expected to end in a bunch sprint.
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi), 25 February 2023 – Good morning from Stage 6 of the 2023 UAE Tour, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and taking place from 20-26 February – the one and only UCI WorldTour race in the Middle East. The Aldar Stage features 166km of riding from Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi Breakwater and is expected to end in a bunch sprint for a third successive stage.
The peloton, 136 riders strong, passed km 0 at 12.41.
WEATHER
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi (Start): Mostly sunny 28°C. Wind: moderate – 23kmh, S.
Abu Dhabi Breakwater (circa 16.30): Mostly sunny 29°C. Wind: low – 8kmh, N.
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THE ROUTE
Stage 6: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi Breakwater (166 KM)
The Aldar Stage departs from Warner Bros. Abu Dhabi on Yas Island and the first part heads north towards Khalifa Port before arching back south and continuing on through Khalifa City. Returning to Abu Dhabi via the Maqta Bridge, the route passes the Grand Mosque before it reaches Al Khaleej Al Arabi St. Here the long, straight 15km road leads onto the Abu Dhabi Breakwater for the predicted sprint finish.
Last kms
The last 15km take place on a wide, straight road.
THE OFFICIAL JERSEYS
The official race jerseys are provided by Italian brand Alé.
Red Jersey
General Classification – Sponsor: International Holding Company – Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step)
Green Jersey
Points Classification – Sponsor: BeIT – Olav Kooij (Jumbo-Visma)
White Jersey
Young Rider Classification – Sponsor: Nakheel – Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step)
Black Jersey
Intermediate Sprint Classification – Sponsor: Experience Abu Dhabi – Edward Planckaert (Alpecin-Deceuninck)
As Remco Evenepoel will wear the Red Jersey on Stage 6, the White Jersey will be worn by Andreas Leknessund (Team DSM).
ON-BIKE FOOTAGE
Thanks to Velon’s onboard bike cameras at the UAE Tour, viewers get can transport themselves into the thick of the action. The complete list of riders carrying these cameras on today’s stage is available HERE. You can watch onboard footage from the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Stage HERE.
AUTOMOTIVE PARTNER
Throughout the UAE Tour and into Stage 6, the cyclists have been accompanied by a fleet of 60 cars from Audi, Al Nabooda Automobiles’ latest models to support the teams, and the event across the country. The cars, which include the Audi Q range, are being used by cycling teams to transport equipment and riders to competitions and training sessions. In addition, the vehicles are available for the cycling event to provide logistical support and ensure a smooth and safe experience for participants.
