Clásico RCN
The Clásico RCN (Spanish for RCN Classic) is an annual cycling road race that takes place over many stages through different regions of Colombia during October. It is organized by the Colombian Cycling Federation.
| Race details | |
|---|---|
| Date | October |
| Region | Colombia |
| English name | RCN Classic |
| Local name(s) | Clásico RCN (in Spanish) |
| Discipline | Road race |
| Competition | UCI |
| Type | Stage race |
| History | |
| First edition | 1961 |
| Editions | 63 (as of 2023) |
| First winner | Rubén Darío Gómez (COL) |
| Most wins | Rafael Antonio Niño (COL) (5 wins) |
| Most recent | Aldemar Reyes (COL) |
The event is sponsored by Radio Cadena Nacional, which is one of the oldest and largest radio networks in Colombia, and by a network of Colombian business in Medellín "Empresas Públicas de Medellín". The Clásico RCN and the Vuelta a Colombia are the most important stage races in Colombia.
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