Women’s Tour cancelled for 2023 over lack of funding and increased costs

The Women’s Tour will not take place this year after organisers failed to find the funding required for the race.

Organisers said that owing to a combination of increased running costs (approximately 20% higher in comparison to the 2022 race), a reduced level of commercial support, and challenges in finding a vehicle partner to replace ŠKODA, it has “proved impossible” to deliver the event that was proposed for June.

The decision has been taken now following a three-week renewed appeal for funding, which included a crowdfunding scheme.

A refunds process, overseen by the GoFundMe platform, has begun.

A statement said: “This outcome is incredibly disappointing for the stakeholders set to host this year’s race, who have shown great support and understanding throughout this process. We will continue to work with them to explore opportunities for hosting world-class cycling events in the near future.”

The opening stage of the race was set to run from Stratford to Leamington Spa.