The Presidential Cycling Tour of Türkiye (TUR 2025) hits a major milestone this year, marking its 60th edition.
This iconic event, which began in 1963 as the Marmara Tour, has now become one of the most prestigious races in the world.
As it enters its new decade, the tour continues to grow and captivate cycling fans globally.
Vladimiros Petsas, race director and European Cycling Union event coordinator, spoke to Anadolu Agency (AA) about the significance of the 60th edition.
He highlighted how few races around the world have reached such a milestone.
While global giants like the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France have a longer history, the Tour of Türkiye’s six-decade run speaks volumes about the…

















