Whether you're joining your first team or
hunting podiums, Zwift Racing League gives
you a reason to train, a team to race with,
and something to look forward to every
Tuesday night. It’s fast. It’s sweaty. It’s
addictive. It’s your weekly ritual of Type
2 fun. And it’s way more fun as a team.
The 2026/27 Zwift Racing League season is here, bringing four six-week rounds of team racing and more reasons than ever to show up every Tuesday. Race together, build momentum, and discover the camaraderie, competition, and shared suffering that make ZRL the kind of Type 2 Fun riders keep coming back for.
This season introduces the all-new Race of Truth format, new seasonal rewards and XP, plus Zwift Racing League Introduction Rides to help riders and teams get race-ready before the season begins. Whether you're returning for another season or joining your first team, there's never been a better time to find your squad.
ROUND 1: FRESH & FAST
A new season starts at full speed. Find your squad, build momentum, and kick off six weeks of fast, fun team racing.
Registration: AUG 18 - 19 SEPT
Racing runs: SEPT 22 - OCT 27
ROUND 2: TEAM TEMPO
The strongest teams aren't just fast—they race together. Find your rhythm, back your teammates, and keep the momentum rolling every Tuesday.
Registration: OCT 20 - NOV 14
Racing runs: NOV 17 - DEC 22
ROUND 3: RACECRAFT RUSH
Now it's time to race smarter. Every move matters as tactics, teamwork, and split-second decisions become the difference between chasing the pack and leading it.
Registration: DEC 16 - JAN 9
Racing runs: JAN 12 - FEB 16
ROUND 4: FINAL CHARGE
Everything comes down to this. Empty the tank, fight for every point, and race your heart out for your teammates as you battle to become Round Champions.
Registration: FEB 2 - 22
Racing runs: MAR 2 - APR 6
NEW TO TEAM RACING?
START HERE.
Join an introduction ride.
Whether you're joining your first team or looking for a refresher, Zwift Racing League Introduction Rides are the perfect way to get started. Meet fellow racers, learn how team racing works, and build confidence before the season begins. New rides take place every Tuesday, with hourly opportunities to join.
Team up and take on the competition!
From community races to club
showdowns, there are always exciting
team challenges waiting. Find your crew,
race hard, and have fun—
your next event starts here!
COMMUNITY TEAM
-BASED EVENTS
Join a community built on friendship and competition. With 250+ teams hosting weekly races, there's an event for every skill level and goal. Whether you're racing for fun or fierce competition, you'll find teammates to challenge and support you. Head to the Zwift Riders Facebook page to discover your next team event!
What's Racing This Month on Zwift?
WATOPIA ISLANDS
November 9 – December 6
New islands, new routes, and a whole new side of Watopia to race. Take your pick from ZRacing, Crit Club, TT Club, and Epic Club, then see what these roads feel like when the pace is on.
ZWIFT RACING LEAGUE IS BACK
The world’s most exciting team racing league is back, with bold new themes, revamped round formats, and more chances to shine. Rally your squad, lock in your slot, and get ready to chase Round Champion glory. Recon rides, race strategy, and full-gas teamwork—this is the season to bring it all.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Team and individual competitions have a lot of overlap, though there are a few key differences.
Mainly, team competition is utilized for Zwift Racing League. Zwift Racing League allows Zwifters to combine their individual strengths for the overall team standings. It’s also a great way to strengthen and build community on Zwift, which can deeply enrich your Zwift experience.
Zwift Racing League (ZRL) is the largest global virtual cycling competition series, with over 35,000 participants a season. ZRL is the result of an exclusive partnership between WTRL and Zwift.
For the 26/2 season, riders and teams can look forward to four action-packed rounds, with Champions being crowned at the end of each round.
26/27 Season Schedule:
Round 1: Fresh & Fast Sep 22 - Oct 27, 2026
Round 2: Team Tempo Nov 17 - Dec 22, 2026
Round 3: Racecraft Rush Jan 12 - Feb 16, 2027
Round 4: Final Charge Mar 2 - April 6, 2027
Because WTRL is the main organizer and moderator of Zwift Racing League, you can find the best and most up-to-date information on their website: https://www.wtrl.racing/zwift-racing-league/.
There, you can find information such as rules, how the races are scored, the schedule, results, and information about your team.
Road to Zwift Racing League is a guided introductory ride designed to help new and returning riders get race-ready. Learn the basics of team racing, discover how ZRL works, and build the confidence to join a team and line up on race day.