Introduction and Background
Isaac Del Toro, a 21-year-old Mexican cyclist, has been making waves in the cycling world with his impressive performances. Born on November 27, 2001, in Ensenada, Baja California, Del Toro has quickly risen through the ranks to become a prominent figure in professional cycling.
Rising Star and Recent Achievements
Del Toro’s recent success includes winning the Tour de l’Avenir in 2023, securing the Mexican National Road Race and Time Trial Championships in 2025, and achieving notable results in prestigious races such as the Giro d’Italia, Giro di Lombardia, and World Championships.
- Second place in the Giro d’Italia (winning a stage and donning the “maglia rosa” for best young rider)
- Fifth place in the Giro di Lombardia
- Seventh place in the World Championships
His talent and dedication have earned him praise from none other than Tadej Pogacar, who acknowledged Del Toro’s potential by stating, “He has a bright future ahead of him, and one day I’ll have to roll for him.”
UCI Ranking and Comparison
Del Toro’s impressive performance in 2025 has placed him third in the UCI World Rankings, trailing only Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard. This remarkable achievement highlights his rapid progression in the sport.
To put Del Toro’s success into perspective, the next Mexican cyclist in the UCI rankings is Edgar David Cadena, who occupies the 581st position. Del Toro has become the first Mexican cyclist to wear the “maglia rosa” in the Giro d’Italia.
Only Pogacar and French sprinter Paul Magnier have surpassed Del Toro in terms of victories this year, with 95 wins for the UAE Team Emirates, shattering the previous record held by HTC-Columbia since 2009.
Future Prospects and Recognition
Del Toro’s contract with UAE Team Emirates extends until 2029, allowing him to continue honing his skills alongside stars like Pogacar, Joao Almeida, and Juan Ayuso.
In 2026, Del Toro may participate in the Tour de France for the first time. Until then, he will focus on capitalizing on his hard-earned successes.
His achievements have not gone unnoticed, as Del Toro was recently awarded the National Sports Prize 2025 in Mexico by President Claudia Sheinbaum.
However, the ultimate goal for Del Toro remains donning the coveted yellow jersey in a major cycling race.
