| Format | Rank | Total points |
|---|---|---|
XCO | 2 | 1695 |
XCC | 15 | 728 |
Martin Vidaurre is a defining figure in Latin American mountain biking.
After capturing the UCI U23 World Championship in 2021 and dominating the 2022 UCI U23 World Cup series, he transitioned to elite competition with growing success. In 2025, Vidaurre made history by winning his first elite UCI World Cup race, becoming the first Chilean rider ever to achieve this milestone. Known for his climbing strength and smooth technical skills, Vidaurre has established himself as a consistent contender in both XCO and XCC formats. His breakthrough elite win in Val di Sole 2025 marked a major milestone for his career and for Chilean cycling. Riding with Specialized Factory XC, Vidaurre continues to push boundaries and inspire riders across South America. His combination of determination and talent signals that he is ready for even greater results on the world stage. More than just a top athlete, Vidaurre is a national icon and an ambassador for the sport across Latin America and beyond, inspiring a new generation of riders and expanding the global reach of mountain biking.
| Pos. | Athlete / Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UCI Mountain Bike Continental Series - International Cup XCO Valdivia Bikefest - Round 2 Valdivia Men Elite - Cross-country short circuit | 20:11 |
| 1 | UCI Mountain Bike Continental Series - International Cup XCO Valdivia Bikefest - Round 2 Valdivia Men Elite - Cross-country Olympic | 1:20:55 |
| 1 | International Cup XCO Valdivia Bikefest-Round 1 Valdivia Men Elite - Cross-country short circuit | 22:41 |
| 1 | International Cup XCO Valdivia Bikefest-Round 1 Valdivia Men Elite - Cross-country Olympic | 1:23:15 |
On International Women’s Day, WBD Sports highlights how its Women in Mountain Bike initiative is turning long term commitment into concrete action. Through structural, sporting and educational initiatives, the programme continues to drive meaningful progress towards greater gender parity across the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series.
20 Endurance teams have secured WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series status, guaranteeing their participation across all nine rounds of the 2026 UCI Cross-country World Cup, including Cross-country Olympic (XCO) and Cross-country Short Track (XCC). We take a closer look at who will be racing for each team and highlight the key riders to watch this season.
Brand-new documentary, The Cycle, follows five riders across different cycling disciplines and career stages, including WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series stars Lachie Stevens McNab and Evie Richards.
