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UCI MOUNTAIN BIKE
WORLD CUP
 

3-5 JULY 2026

After the memorable debut of 2025, appreciated by athletes, teams and the public for the high organizational level and the quality of the tracks, La Thuile is preparing to experience a new chapter of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series.
From 3 to 5 July 2026 we will host an even more complete event: alongside the Downhill and Enduro trials, the Cross Country disciplines will also be scheduled, with the XCO (cross-country Olympic) and XCC (short track) races.
La Thuile will be one of only two locations on the entire calendar to offer a quadruple event, confirming itself among the reference destinations for all the souls of mountain biking, from gravity challenges to endurance competitions.

PROGRAM

Friday, July 3 

 

UCI Cross-country Short Track World Cup - Men Elite

UCI Cross-country Short Track World Cup - Women Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Qualifying - Women Junior

UCI Downhill World Cup Qualifying - Men Junior

UCI Downhill World Cup Q1 - Women Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Q1 - Men Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Q2 - Women Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Q2 - Men Elite

 

Saturday, July 4

 

UCI Enduro World Cup - Men Junior

UCI Downhill World Cup Final - Men Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Final - Women Elite

UCI Downhill World Cup Final - Men Junior

UCI Downhill World Cup Final - Women Junior

UCI Enduro World Cup - Men Elite

UCI Enduro World Cup - Women Elite

 

Sunday, July 5

 

UCI Cross-country Olympic World Cup - Women Elite

UCI Cross-country Olympic World Cup - Men Elite


Info : infowc@lathuile.net 

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Uci Enduro World Cup

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Uci Downhill World Cup

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BECOME VOLUNTEER!

Are you passionate about sporting events and mountain biking in particular? Do you want to live a unique experience by participating in the MTB World Cup races in La Thuile? We are looking for motivated, dynamic volunteers ready to work in a team! Fill out the form below, and in the coming months you will be informed, without obligation, of the news and recruitment methods.

Join us!

 

BECOME VOLUNTEER!

Are you passionate about sporting events, especially Mountain Biking? 
Would you like to enjoy a unique experience by taking part in the MTB World Cup races in La Thuile? 
We are looking for motivated, dynamic volunteers who are ready to work as part of a team! 
Fill out the form below and, over the coming months, you will receive updates — without any obligation — about news and recruitment procedures. 

Join us!

  • be at least 18 years old by June 18, 2026;
  • be in good health in relation to the activity and working environment;
  • be available to work between June 25 and July 6, 2026; please let us know in the notes if you are also available before or after this period to help with the setup/dismantling of the stadium and the village;
  • good knowledge of the Italian language;
  • for some roles, knowledge of foreign languages—especially English and/or French—is preferred;
  • willingness to work outdoors, even in adverse weather conditions, and with flexible hours;
  • availability to attend training sessions both online and in person;
  • enthusiasm and passion for sporting events

Course Assistance
• Support to the organization’s coordination team along the race courses, helping to indicate areas reserved for the public, in direct communication with the race committee.
• Previous experience in a similar role at other Mountain Bike World Cup events is preferred.
• A good level of physical fitness is required, as the role involves walking transfers, sometimes at altitude, and spending several hours outdoors, even in adverse weather conditions (heat, rain, wind, cold, etc.).

Setup and Logistics
• Support to the organization for setup operations and logistics of materials and services, both in the finish area and in the town, for race-related activities and public events.
• Assistance to the managers in setting up and operating refreshment areas, food & beverage services, and the Expo Village.

Race Office, Rider Confirmation, Timing Assistance, Paddock
• Support to the Head of the Race Office in organizing competitions, assisting the jury and timing operations, and managing all Rider Confirmation activities.
• Assistance to the organization in the setup, management, and operation of the paddock and all related services.

Accreditation Office, Volunteer Office, Information Point & Ticketing
• Support to the organization in accrediting all individuals involved in the event, coordinating activities, and providing information to the public.
• Collaboration with the Volunteer Office Manager regarding volunteer activities before and during the races.
• Assistance in managing information points to provide details about races, events, and the local area.
• Support to the Ticketing Manager in the operational management and organization of event ticketing.
• Good computer skills and a solid knowledge of foreign languages are required.

Media Operations
• Support to the managers coordinating the activities of journalists and photographers, as well as social media communication.
• Experience in communication is required and knowledge of foreign languages is preferred.

Athlete and Crowd Flow Management
• Coordination of people flow in areas reserved for competitions and side events.
• Assistance with access for athletes, journalists, guests, and the public to grandstands and dedicated areas, including through restricted zones and priority access points.

For course assistance roles, availability is required from Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, July 5. If you indicate Enduro races as your preference only, availability from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5 is sufficient.

For all other roles, you may indicate the period during which you are available, choosing between a longer period (from Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, July 5) or a shorter one (from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5).

We also ask you to indicate whether, in addition to your selected period, you may be available on extra days.

All setup and race preparation activities begin in May, while dismantling of structures will start from July 6; in the notes section at the end of the form, you can indicate if you are available to take part in these activities.

The volunteer kit includes a t-shirt, sweatshirt, cap, and rain poncho. This equipment will be provided based on the days of attendance and distributed according to the instructions given by the Committee in the weeks leading up to the event.

We are aware of the need for volunteers to stay in La Thuile or nearby areas; therefore, we are looking for partner accommodations at discounted rates to offer to our volunteers.

In the registration form, you will be able to indicate:

• whether you have independent accommodation in the area (second home, friends, residence, etc.);

• whether you would like to receive information about the special rates we are arranging;

• whether you are interested in participating as a volunteer but, unfortunately, cannot do so without accommodation provided by the organization.

In the latter case, priority will be given to those available for longer periods; your needs will be taken into consideration, and we will contact you directly with the options available to the Committee.

If you are interested and meet the requirements, don’t wait—fill out the form below and submit your application. It’s a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of sport and contribute to a major event!

Apply now!

Media accreditations

Media accreditations for the La Thuile round of the UCI MTB World Series are now open.

Attention! The non-extendable deadline to register is Friday, June 26 at 11:59 PM.

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Downhill mountain biking began as a competitive discipline. It involves cyclists competing against the clock on a short track (usually lasting three to five minutes), littered with technical elements such as jumps, drops and rock sections. As the name suggests, downhill is based entirely on the force of gravity and has no uphill sections.

Whoever gets the fastest time at the end of the day wins. Downhill runners usually have a single chance to achieve their descent in the race. Before that, they have the opportunity to learn the track during practice and carry out a qualifying heat, which determines the starting order for the final - the fastest cyclist starts last.

Depending on the location, cyclists use a chairlift or gondola lift to reach the start of the track. The top level of downhill is represented by the UCI MTB Downhill World Cup, which organizes international races around the world and requires riders to accumulate a minimum number of UCI points to qualify for the event.

Mountain bike enduro races originated in Europe, partly following the format of car rally races and motorcycling enduro races. The concept was simple: reach the top of a mountain and descend against the stopwatch.

In general, modern enduro races include 3 to 6 timed tests (Special Tests, PS). The timed sections of the race are mainly downhill, but can vary in gradient, length and difficulty. In the case of the E-Enduro some PSs can also be uphill. Between one PS and another, there will be transfers, not timed, but with a fixed travel time which are mostly uphill. Depending on the race, transfers may include sections where you need to push your bike, take a ski lift and/or ride in the traditional way.

Enduro combines elements of many different disciplines, from the physical fitness needed for cross-country racing, to the mental endurance needed for marathon racing, to the bike management and driving skills typical of downhill.

“Cross-country Olympic” (XCO) is the queen discipline of Olympic mountain biking and involves a mass start race on a technical and variable circuit. Cyclists tackle multiple laps of a route of a few kilometres, with climbs, descents, natural obstacles, roots and rocky sections. Races typically last between 1h20 and 1h40, depending on the category, and test both physical endurance and driving skills.

At the start, all riders start together; during the race, groups are formed, tactical overtaking is done, and fatigue is managed on each lap. The circuit is designed to highlight variety of terrain and technical capabilities. The XCO represents an important showcase: it attracts spectators, television and offers international visibility. It is ideal for enhancing the individual sectors of the route and the panoramic points of the host location.

The “Cross-country short track” (XCC) is a “sprint” version of cross country, with short duration and high intensity. The start is en masse, as in the XCO, but the route is shorter (1-2 km per lap), with fewer heavy technical sections to encourage pace, overtaking and spectacle.

The race lasts about 25 minutes and various laps are covered depending on the expected time, with sprints, changes in pace and great strategic pressure from the first lap.

The XCC result often determines the starting grid for the XCO race and awards points for the XCC overall classification. The XCC is a great tool to generate spectacle from the early stages of the weekend: compact circuit, visibility, near-track audience and more “television” context.