Attention all cycling enthusiasts!

Get ready for the 106th Giro d'Italia, starting in just nine days!

Here's a sneak peek at the provisional entry list

The provisional entry list for the 106th Giro d'Italia, set to kick off on Saturday, May 6, has been released. With just nine days to go before the race, excitement is building as cycling fans eagerly anticipate the start of one of the most prestigious events on the calendar.

A total of 22 teams, including all 18 UCI WorldTeams, will be vying for the coveted maglia rosa (pink jersey). Among the top contenders are defending champion Jai Hindley (Bora-Hansgrohe), two-time winner Vincenzo Nibali (Astana Qazaqstan Team), and former Vuelta a España winner Richard Carapaz (EF Education-EasyPost).

The route for the 106th Giro d'Italia will cover a total of 3,448.6 kilometers (2,143 miles) over 21 stages, including seven summit finishes and two individual time trials. The race will start in Fossacesia Marina, Abruzzo, and conclude in Rome on Sunday, May 28.

Fans can follow all the action live on television and online, with coverage available worldwide. Be sure to tune in to catch all the thrills and spills of the 106th Giro d'Italia, one of the most challenging and exciting races in the world of cycling.