The Philadelphia Cycling Classic is set to return in 2026, Mayor Cherelle Parker's office said Monday night.

Officials will share more details about the event during a press conference at City Hall Tuesday.

Philadelphia last hosted the race, which brings world-class cyclists to the city's streets and is known for the steep climb called the Manayunk Wall , in 2016 . Over the years, the race was sponsored by a number of different banks and companies, but lack of a sponsor led organizers to suspend the race for a decade.

The 17% gradient hill on Levering Street in Manayunk is considered one of the toughest in the sport.

Elizabeth Armitstead riding for the Boels Dolmans Cycling Team beats Elisa Longo Borghini riding for the Wiggle Honda team to the line for first place at t

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