Cycling Betting & Odds

Cycling betting continues to grow, and you’ll find markets on the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, Vuelta a España, Olympic Games, and other races at Virgin Bet.

Cycling Betting South Africa with Virgin Bet

Our cycling betting odds are as competitive as the race for medals at the Olympics. We cover all race incidents, whether it’s a brutal mountain climb, velodrome time trial, or a team pursuit.

We make things easy for bettors, new and existing. You’ll find markets in two categories: Competitions and Specials. From there, it’s simple to find odds on world-class riders.

Outright race winner, top-10 finish, and head-to-head matchups are just some of the cycling markets available at Virgin Bet.

How to Bet on Cycling: Step-by-Step

Betting beginners and seasoned pros will find our cycling betting site easy to use. Follow these steps to start placing bets:

1. Start by visiting our site and creating an account. Complete three pages on our sign-up form: Personal, Contact, and Account.
2. Use one of our secure payment methods to make a deposit into your betting account.
3. Select “Cycling” from the A-Z list of sports and browse our detailed markets.
4. Add selections to your betslip.
5. Confirm your bet and track the race through our live streams or in-play coverage.

Betting Markets of Cycling Explained

Are you looking for a site that offers pre-race, live, and outright cycling bets? Look no further, as these cycling betting markets cater well to fans of two-wheel racing:

Outright Winner

This is certainly one of the most popular ways of betting on cycling. It requires punters to bet on which rider will cross the finish line first. For example, the General Classification winner of the Tour de France.

Top 10 Finish

Bet on a rider to finish inside the top 10. They don't need to win the race; they simply need to be one of the first 10 riders across the finish line.

Head-to-Head Matchups

It’s possible to bet on the head-to-head outcome between two competitors. Forecast which of the two will finish first.

Major Cycling Events to Bet On

There are a handful of cycling events that dominate the calendar, and our online sports betting site offers markets on many of the biggest races and competitions.

Grand Tours

These races feature only the best riders. Grand Tours are multi-stage races covering up to 3,500 kilometers across varied terrain. The Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España are the three races included. Each is held annually and attracts interest from fans around the world.

Iconic South African Races

We don’t just focus on global racing events. Our site often features domestic racing from South Africa. The Absa Cape Epic is a prime example. This grueling mountain race dates back to 2004. The 8-day event includes seven stages and covers around 680 km.

Quick Cycling Rules and Terminology

We’ve put together a list of rules and terms you should be aware of before you start cycling betting with us:

• Breakaway: A group of riders attempting to escape the peloton.
• Bonk: A rider suffering from a drop in energy levels.
• Drafting Limits: Drafting is legal behind other riders, but illegal behind motor vehicles and individual riders during time trials.
• Neutral Start: Riders begin a race behind a race official at a controlled speed.
• Time Limits: The time given for riders to finish a stage. Failing to do so will result in elimination.
• Attack: A sudden burst of speed.
• Peloton: The main pack of riders.

Betting on Cycling FAQs

How do I place a cycling bet online safely in South Africa?

You need to sign up and deposit funds at Virgin Bet. Our RSA-friendly sportsbook offers road, track, and off-road cycling markets.

Do people bet on cycling?

Of course. Cycling is an emerging betting sport, and the number of markets has increased significantly.

Where can I find live cycling race betting odds in South Africa?

Check out our “In-Play” page to find live cycling betting odds. Prices naturally update based on key in-race situations.