The 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup has returned to Les Gets, Haute-Savoie, France, from August 20 to 23, 2026. This prestigious event features a series of competitions, including Downhill (DHI), Cross-Country Short Track (XCC), and Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) races. (tourisme-haute-savoie.com)
Event Schedule:
- Thursday, August 20: Training sessions for DHI and XCO disciplines.
- Friday, August 21: XCC finals, with elite women’s final at 5:15 PM and elite men’s final at 6:05 PM.
- Saturday, August 22: DHI finals, starting with junior women’s final at 11:30 AM, junior men’s final at 12:00 PM, elite women’s final at 1:00 PM, and elite men’s final at 2:10 PM.
- Sunday, August 23: XCO finals, featuring U23 women’s final at 9:00 AM, U23 men’s final at 11:00 AM, elite women’s final at 1:30 PM, and elite men’s final at 3:30 PM. (lesgets.com)
Notable Participants:
- Mathieu van der Poel: The renowned cyclist has confirmed his participation in the Les Gets round, marking his return to mountain biking for the 2026 season. (cyclingnews.com)
Event Highlights:
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Les Gets as a Mountain Biking Hub: With over 30 years of hosting major mountain biking events, Les Gets continues to be a central location for the sport, offering challenging trails and a vibrant atmosphere. (tourisme-haute-savoie.com)
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Free Access: The event is open to the public at no cost, allowing fans to experience top-level mountain biking firsthand. (tourisme-haute-savoie.com)
For the most current information on race results and schedules, please refer to the official Les Gets website and the UCI Mountain Bike World Series page.
As the event progresses, fans can look forward to intense competition and the opportunity to witness some of the world’s best mountain bikers in action.