The world’s best pump track riders descended upon KwaMashu, a vibrant township on Durban’s north coast, to battle for top honours at the Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships. After fiercely competitive events in both the Men’s and Women’s categories, Ryan Gilchrist from Australia and Sabina Košárková from the Czech Republic demonstrated exceptional speed, skill, and determination to claim the coveted rainbow stripes in their respective categories.
The Men’s final was an all-Aussie showdown between Ryan Gilchrist and AJ Donald, who had advanced through intense rounds. In the small final, 2023 World Champion Alec Bob (USA) defeated Eddy Clerte (FRA) to secure third place, leaving Clerte in fourth.
After a day of tourism seeing the wildlife followed by a day of practice, the fastest pump track riders in the world battled for the 2024 UCI World Championship title in the pumptrack discipline. In the end the titles went to Ryan Gilchrist and Sabina Košárková. Now it's time to wrap it up over in Durban, South Africa before heading home.
Women results:
1) Sabina Košárková 18.968s
2) Vineta Petersone 19.311s
3) Madarasova 19.384s
4) Nadine Aeberhard 19.437s
5) Alina BECK
6) Christa VON NIEDERHÄUSERN
7) Aiko GOMMERS
8) Eloïse DONZALLAZ
9 Olivia ARMSTRONG 24 USA 20.227
10 Shania RAWSON 25 NZL 20.297
11 Felicia KLINGSTRÖM 20 SWE 20.314
12 Ashley KINCHELOE 23 USA 20.928
13 Kristína NOVÁKOVÁ 20 SVK 20.987
14 Anika PSYK 18 GER 21.052
15 Lena BAUER 20 AUT 21.110
16 Julie HEUSEQUIN 23 BEL DNF 
17 Cassie VOYSEY 22 AUS
18 Astrid STOLTZ 17 SWE
19 Danielle VRENEGOOR 30 NED
20 Zihong SHAN 19 CHN
21 Khothalang LEUTA 21 LES
22 Katleho RALENONO 17 LES
23 Mampoka POPANE 27 LES
24 Kabelo MPHAROANE 19 LES
25 Junrong CHEN 39 CHN
Men results:
1) Ryan Gilchrist 17.327s
2) AJ Donald 17.368s
3) Eddy Clerté 17.383s
4) Alec Bob 17.385s
5) Marcus LEIMBERG
6) Joshua JOLLY
7) Love SYLWAN
8) Tristan BOREL
9 Kristaps VEKSA 30 LAT 17.632
10 Jesse ELZENGA 17 NED 17.656
11 Mattia COSTERMAN 20 ITA 17.688
12 Niels BENSINK 28 NED 17.747
13 Didi VAN TIGGEL 21 BEL 17.764
14 Thibault DUPONT 28 FRA 17.823
15 Anaia ISTIL 22 FRA 17.839 
16 Brady KINCHELOE 25 USA 18.284
17 Sirio GRÜNIG 18 SUI
18 Daniel HRADSKÝ 19 SVK
19 Tommy ZULA 32 USA
20 Filip SVANBERG 32 SWE
21 Nils VON NIEDERHÄUSERN 24 SUI
22 Tanguy GRANDJEAN 19 SUI
23 Albin JOHANSSON 24 SWE
24 Renato RUFENER 32 SUI
25 Filip MATIAŠKO 18 SVK
26 Dylan WERNER 18 RSA
27 Doran MATHEWSON 26 RSA 
28 Bin YU 24 CHN
29 Zilu MENG 26 CHN
30 Mhlengi GOGE 17 RSA
31 Khotso MOSALA 19 LES
32 Thuthukani QWABE 17 RSA
33 Pusetso LEKAU 17 LES
34 Lithemba BUTHELEZI 19 RSA
35 Lefati MZIMELA 19 RSA
36 Andrew POSTHUMUS 17 RSA
37 Tetsuya FURUNO 27 JPN
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The atmosphere at Erlangen was electric as riders battled it out on a technical and fast-paced Velosolutions Pump Track! With many of Europe’s finest using this as a final test before the World Championships, the competition was on fire from the start.
Women’s Race.
Sabina KOŠÁRKOVÁ was unstoppable, improving her time with every lap, pushing through despite a thumb injury to take the win! Anika PSYK secured second, and since Sabina has already qualified, it will be Anika who takes the ticket to the World Championships in Durban. Kristina MADARASOVA took third after posting her fastest lap in the finals, while Alina BECK, the day’s favorite, had an unfortunate run in the semifinals, coming off the track and losing her chance for the finals.
What a day at Havelock North! The New Zealand Qualifier brought the heat, with riders pushing the limits and spectators on the edge of their seats. The energy was high, the competition fierce, and the passion for pump track racing was unmistakable. We were especially thrilled to see more women riders joining the action, showing that the love for pump track is stronger than ever!
It was a dry, slightly windy day with temperatures around 20 degrees, and the atmosphere was buzzing. The men’s race saw Australia’s Josh Jolly, the 2024 UCI Men’s Junior Elite BMX World Champ, dominate the track. His smooth flow set the fastest times all day, leading him to victory in a tight final.
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China! Yantai hosted the first of two Qualifiers in China this year on their brand new Velosolutions Pump Track, and the action was as intense as the weather! With temperatures soaring above 30°C and humidity through the roof, the riders gave it their all under the sizzling sun. It was a tight race in the women’s final, but Jiang Jiajie from Yantai clinched victory by less than a second! After consistently setting the fastest times throughout the day, she earned the coveted winner’s ticket to the World Finals. Having previously been on the podium in Shenyang, Jiang was thrilled to take the top spot today.
Shan Zihong, who finished in 2nd place, was quick all day but narrowly missed out on the win. She’s already gearing up for the next China qualifier in Suizhou, Hubei, happening in a month.
In the Men's category, Tetsuya Furuno made his third trip to China, and this time, it paid off! He battled hard against local hero Chen Jiayang and came out on top, securing his ticket to the World Finals. After facing tough competition from the local riders who had beaten him in 2023, Tetsuya finally made his
Get ready for an exciting journey through the Middle East's coolest Velosolutions Pump Tracks! Join Eddy Clerte and Eloise Donzallez as they explore the top tracks in the region, kicking off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and then heading to Masdar City, Fujairah, and Dubai in the UAE First stop: Riyadh! This Velosolutions Pump Track is set to become a hotspot for local riders and families, reflecting the booming cycling and skating culture in Saudi Arabia. As part of the Quality of Life Program launched in 2018, this development supports Saudi Arabia's transformation into a world-renowned sports and entertainment hub, a global tourism destination, and a highly desirable place to live. .
Next up, we head to Masdar City in Abu Dhabi built in collaboration with Desert INK. Known for its
Get ready for an exciting journey through the Middle East's coolest Velosolutions Pump Tracks! Join Eddy Clerte and Eloise Donzallez as they explore the top tracks in the region, kicking off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and then heading to Masdar City, Fujairah, and Dubai in the UAE.
Durban, South Africa – KwaMashu, a vibrant township in Durban, gears up to host the Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships Finals on 9th November 2024. This event marks the pinnacle of the 2024 season, bringing together the world's top riders from this year's qualifiers to compete for pump track glory. KwaMashu, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and spirited community, is poised to welcome athletes and fans from around the globe. This dynamic township, a symbol of resilience and unity, promises an unforgettable backdrop for this year’s championships.
The 2024 Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships will also highlight the impactful work of Pump for Peace and the Go Durban Cycle Academy in Durban.
South Africa to host the 2024 Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships Finals in Durban'
Durban, South Africa – KwaMashu, a vibrant township in Durban, gears up to host the Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships Finals on 9th November 2024. This event marks the pinnacle of the 2024 season, bringing together the world's top riders from this year's qualifiers to compete for pump track glory.
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