Sat 9 May - Sat 30 May 2026
Seven stages. TWO pink dreamS. Bring your courage, your consistency, and your SISU.
We’re rolling into the first Grand Tour of the year — the 109th edition of the Giro d’Italia.
SISU Pinkki is our tribute to it all — endurance, elegance, and explosive racing spirit. Inspired by the Giro, we’ll turn Watopia pink for seven unforgettable stages. From rolling roads to brutal climbs, coastal stretches to volcanic fire, this is more than a race. It’s a test of resilience, teamwork, and belief.
As part of our ongoing commitment to the advancement of women in esports, we’re proud to introduce two SISU Pinkki events this season — an Open SISU Pinkki and a Women’s Only SISU Pinkki.
This is an important step in creating more opportunities, visibility, and a stronger sense of belonging for women within our community and the sport.
Here, riders don’t just race each other — they discover what they’re capable of. This is where grit meets glory.
Stage 1 – Sugar Cookie | Watopia
SATURDAY, 9 MAY
A sweet start with a sharp edge. Sugar Cookie delivers fast, punchy terrain designed to light up the legs and set the tone for the week. Expect aggressive racing, early attacks, and the first shake-up of the Pinkki classification.
Stage 2 – Radio Rendezvous | Watopia
TUESDAY, 12 MAY
Rolling climbs and tactical opportunities define this classic Watopia test. Radio Rendezvous rewards smart positioning and controlled power, with enough elevation to challenge the climbers while keeping the race wide open.
Stage 3 – Watts of the Wild | Watopia
SATURDAY, 16 MAY
This is where the race starts to bite. Watts of the Wild is a raw, power-driven stage that favors the brave and the bold. Breakaways can thrive, but only riders with true grit will survive the relentless pressure.
Stage 4 – Beach Island Loop (Individual Time Trial) | Watopia
TUESDAY, 19 MAY
The race against the clock. On the exposed roads of Beach Island Loop, every rider stands alone. Aerodynamics, pacing, and mental strength rule here, as precious seconds can be gained—or heartbreakingly lost.
Stage 5 – Shorelines and Summits | Watopia
SATURDAY, 23 MAY
A breathtaking blend of beauty and brutality. Calm coastal roads give way to punishing climbs, making this a prime stage for GC contenders to show their hand. Expect fireworks as fatigue starts to creep in.
Stage 6 – Volcano Climb After Party | Watopia
TUESDAY, 26 MAY
The queen stage. The Volcano demands respect, and only the strongest will dance their way up its slopes. This is where legends are made, limits are tested, and the Pinkki jersey may be won—or lost.
Stage 7 – Dust In The Wind | Watopia
SATURDAY, 30 MAY
A dramatic finale that rewards resilience. Dust In The Wind is unpredictable and relentless, offering one last chance for heroics. Whether sprinting for glory or defending hard-earned positions, riders will empty the tank in true SISU style.
For easy sign-on, join the SISU Racing Club in the Companion App.
Individual and Team General Classification (GC)
There are no time bonuses; the GC is determined solely by the cumulative time a rider and team (the fastest three riders in each stage in the Open tour and two in the Women’s tour) take to complete all seven stages.
UPGRADE INFORMATION
Riders who upgrade during the first six stages will be classified in their higher grade. This is a manual process and can take up to 12 hours following the event. Riders who upgrade in Stage 7 will not be re-classified.
further Information
Open events using Zwift’s Racing Score with separate results for Men and Women.
Each event is a mass start with all riders visible on the course.
TT bikes are mandatory for the iTT. Draft will be disabled.
Z Power and riders without heart rate data will be excluded from the results.
A rider's best time will count if they race the same discipline in multiple zones.
To be included in the GC riders must have a Zwiftpower profile.
Team GC will be based on each team’s fastest three riders.
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Let's go racing!
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