The Philadelphia Cycling Class p/b AmeriGas ME is a 200 km flat one-day race starting and finishing in Philadelphia, running as a 1.1-category event on August 30, 2026. The profile heavily favors sprinters and fast finishers, though Philadelphia's classic finishing circuits can reward riders with good punch on short rises. Teams with multiple sprint options will look to control the race and set up their designated finishers.
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Filippo Magli stands alone as the top pick, combining the best average finishing position (14.5) across 6 sprint-profile races with a best result of 6th. While his raw Sprint rating of 72 isn't the highest in the field, his proven ability to deliver in similar races gives him the edge over stronger-rated but less consistent rivals.
Bardiani CSF
Bardiani CSF
Filippo Magli leads all riders in recent sprint-profile form with an average position of 14.5 across 6 races and a best finish of 6th, making him the standout favorite despite a Sprint rating of 72. His consistency in similar flat races is unmatched in this field.
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Sterke Kanshebbers
Oded Kogut and Anders Foldager form a compelling duo of strong contenders. Kogut owns the highest Sprint rating in the field at 76 and has a podium in similar races, while Foldager's average of 24.7 over 6 races and a best of 5th show he belongs near the front in flat sprint finishes.
Jayco AlUla
Jayco AlUla
Anders Foldager has impressed in sprint-profile races with an average position of 24.7 across 6 races and a best finish of 5th, showing he can compete near the front. His Hills rating of 75 also suggests he can handle any late punchy moves before the finish.
NSN Cycling
NSN Cycling
Oded Kogut carries the highest Sprint rating in the field at 76 and has recorded a podium finish in similar-profile races this season with an average position of 23.2 over 6 races. His raw speed makes him a genuine contender if he can time his sprint perfectly.
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Dark Horses
Tim Torn Teutenberg, Riley Sheehan, and Cedric Beullens represent the dark horse tier. All three have Sprint ratings in the 72–75 range and strong supporting profiles, with Sheehan's best finish of 5th and Beullens' cobbles/hills versatility making them genuine threats on the right day.
Lotto Intermarché
Lotto Intermarché
Cedric Beullens posts a Sprint rating of 74 alongside strong Hills (73) and Cobbles (73) scores, making him a natural fit for a Philadelphia-style flat-with-punch finish. He races with Lotto Intermarché, a team likely to animate the sprint with multiple cards in play.
NSN Cycling
NSN Cycling
Riley Sheehan has shown genuine sprint-race pedigree with a best finish of 5th and an average of 37.0 across 4 similar races this season. His Hills rating of 74 and Cobbles of 74 round out a versatile profile well-suited to a Philadelphia finish.
Lidl-Trek
Lidl-Trek
Tim Torn Teutenberg is an Epic-rarity sprinter with a Sprint rating of 75 and solid all-round numbers, representing Lidl-Trek's best option here. His recent form in sprint races averages 59.8 over 6 races, which is modest, but his raw stats demand respect.
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Ones to Watch
Luke Lamperti, Tom Van Asbroeck, Milan Menten, and Quinn Simmons round out the top 10 as riders to watch. Each has the raw stats to feature — Van Asbroeck's experience, Lamperti's 74 Sprint, Menten's team support, and Simmons' punch on technical terrain — but recent form or limited sprint-race data keeps them firmly in the outsider category.
EF - EasyPost
EF - EasyPost
Luke Lamperti holds a Sprint rating of 74 and a Hills score of 73, and EF-EasyPost will want to use him as a key finisher. His recent average of 63.5 over just 2 sprint-profile races leaves questions, but his talent keeps him in the mix as an outsider.
Lotto Intermarché
Lotto Intermarché
Milan Menten holds a Sprint of 73 with balanced Hills and Cobbles scores for Lotto Intermarché, giving the team a second option alongside Beullens. Recent form is limited to 2 races with a best of 13th, so he remains an outsider but benefits from strong team support.
Lidl-Trek
Lidl-Trek
Quinn Simmons is an Epic-rarity rider with a Sprint of 71 and an impressive Hills score of 76, which could help him if the race doesn't come down to a pure bunch gallop. Lidl-Trek has multiple cards here and Simmons' strength on punchy terrain makes him a wildcard worth watching.
NSN Cycling
NSN Cycling
Tom Van Asbroeck brings experience and a Sprint rating of 75 alongside solid Cobbles (74) and Hills (71) numbers that suit a Philly-style race. His recent average of 42.1 across 8 sprint races suggests inconsistency, but a top-10 finish this season shows he can fire on the right day.
Verdict
Filippo Magli is the top favorite based on the best recent form in sprint-profile races, while Oded Kogut's field-leading Sprint rating of 76 and Anders Foldager's consistent results make them the most dangerous challengers.