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Get the riders thoughts from South Korea’s UCI World Cup in The B Line from MONA YongPyong

Tom Pidcock and Puck Pieterse are set to line up at the UCI Cross-country World Cup in Nové Město na Moravě, Czechia from 22-24 May.

Sina Frei (Specialized Factory Racing) and Dario Lillo (Giant Factory Off-road Team - XC) took two of the hardest-fought UCI Cross-country Olympic (XCO) World Cup victories in recent years at the opening round of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in South Korea.

A historic opener to the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in South Korea saw Asa Vermette (Frameworks Racing / TRP) claim a sensational Elite debut victory while Vali Höll (Commencal Schwalbe by Les Orres) triumphed despite a flat tyre. On a demanding brand-new course, Junior wins for Aletha Ostgaard (Canyon DH Racing) and Jonty Williamson (Yeti / Fox Factory Race Team) capped a thrilling start to the season.

The South Korean venue will welcome the UCI Cross-country World Cup to the continent for the first time, while UCI Downhill World Cup returns after a 25-year absence

Sina Frei (Specialized Factory Racing) and Mathis Azzaro (Origine Racing Division) headline a thrilling start to the XCC season in MONA YongPyong, where the format made its Asian debut. Fast, tactical racing and standout first-time wins set the tone across Elite and U23 categories pointing to an exciting season ahead.

The opening round of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series marks the return of Downhill racing to Asia after 25 years, debuting a brand-new track in MONA YongPyong, South Korea. In sunny, dry but windy conditions, Harriet Harnden (AON Racing) and Asa Vermette (Frameworks Racing/TRP) topped qualifying with standout performances, while several favourites faced early challenges setting the stage for highly unpredictable finals.

The 2026 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series will be streamed across the globe via WBD Sports’ network including HBO Max, Eurosport and TNT Sports, as well as a host of broadcast partners.

GOBIK becomes the Official Technical Apparel Supplier for Cross-country disciplines in the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series through a long-term partnership. The partnership will come to life through the ‘Best XC Rider of the Event’ activation, directly linking on track performance with fan engagement.

A preview of the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup season, with updated rankings and regulations, as the world’s best riders – led by reigning champions Slawomir Łukasik and Ella Conolly – line up for a season combining elite competition, fan-focused coverage and new opportunities for both professional and amateur racers.

Building on key milestones achieved since 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports accelerates its commitment to sustainability, community and legacy with a strengthened CSR framework, new initiatives and the launch of a Legacy Award.

We dive into the full list of 2026 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series Elite career numbers, while unveiling the brand-new way to recognise and celebrate the overall leaders throughout the season

For riders who dream of tackling the same rugged trails, technical descents and lung‑burning liaisons as the world’s best, Enduro Open Racing is your ticket to the ultimate mountain bike experience.

Four new episodes feature the stories behind Loris Vergier’s Commencal Supreme, Aaron Gwin’s Trek Session 9.9, Jolanda Neff’s Cannondale Scalpel and Loïc Bruni’s Specialized Project Black. The original documentary forms part of WBD Sports’ commitment to off-road cycling content, which includes the recently aired The Cycle

GoPro continues as the Official Wearable Camera Supplier of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series for a fourth year.