2025 WHOOP UCI MOUNTAIN BIKE WORLD CUP – XCO/XCC – Nove Mesto Na Morave (CZE) | UCIMathis Azzaro Triumphs in Nové Město XCC Showdown
In a thrilling display of mountain biking prowess, French rider Mathis Azzaro clinched victory in the Men’s Elite Cross-Country Short Circuit (XCC) at Nové Město na Moravě, Czech Republic, on May 22, 2026. Azzaro’s sprint finish edged out Olympic champion Tom Pidcock, underscoring his rising dominance in the sport. (vojomag.com)
Race Highlights
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Men’s Elite XCC Results:
- 1st: Mathis Azzaro (Origine Racing Division) – 21:46
- 2nd: Tom Pidcock – 21:47
- 3rd: Dario Lillo (Giant Factory Off-Road Team – XC) – 21:47
- 4th: Martin Vidaurre Kossmann (Specialized Factory Racing) – 21:48
- 5th: Charlie Aldridge (Cannondale Factory Racing) – 21:48
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Women’s Elite XCC Results:
- 1st: Puck Pieterse – 21:37
- 2nd: Laura Stigger – 21:37
- 3rd: Nicole Koller – 21:37
- 4th: Evie Richards – 21:38
- 5th: Sina Frei – 21:38
Azzaro’s victory marks his second consecutive XCC World Cup win this season, following his triumph in South Korea. His performance in Nové Město highlights his strategic racing and sprinting capabilities, positioning him as a formidable contender in the upcoming Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) events. (vojomag.com)
Under-23 Achievements
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Men’s Under-23 XCC Results:
- 1st: Paul Schehl (Lexware Mountainbike Team) – 22:06
- 2nd: Naël Rouffiac – 22:08
- 3rd: Alix André Galli – 22:09
- 4th: Nicolas Halter – 22:09
- 5th: Rens Teunissen Van Manen – 22:10
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Women’s Under-23 XCC Results:
- 1st: Makena Kellerman – 20:06
- 2nd: Lisa Kristine Jorde – 20:06
- 3rd: Valentina Corvi – 20:09
- 4th: Katrin Embacher – 20:10
- 5th: Bailey Cioppa – 20:12
Kellerman’s victory in the Women’s Under-23 XCC race extends her lead in the overall standings, following her previous win in South Korea. Her consistent performance underscores her potential as a future star in the sport. (cyclingnews.com)
Looking Ahead
The Nové Město event serves as a pivotal moment in the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup series, with riders now setting their sights on the upcoming XCO events. The performances in Nové Město have set the stage for an exciting continuation of the season, with athletes like Azzaro and Kellerman emerging as key contenders.
For a comprehensive view of the race results and detailed statistics, please refer to the official UCI Mountain Bike World Cup website. (uci.org)
Note: The above information is based on the latest available data as of May 23, 2026.