The World Championships of BMX racing in Rock Hill are set to bring together the world’s top riders for a grueling competition. This weekend, the best riders from around the globe will gather to showcase their skills on one of the most challenging tracks in the world.
The women’s field is expected to be dominated by Australia’s Sakakibara, who has been the standout rider this season. With four World Cup wins and two second-place finishes, she has earned her spot as the UCI points leader and reigning Overall World Cup champion. Great Britain’s Shriever is another rider to watch in the women’s competition. As the Tokyo 2020 gold medallist and defending UCI World Championships winner, she has proven herself as a force to be reckoned with on the track.
In the men’s field, French riders are expected to make a strong showing. Romain Mahieu, who leads the UCI points standings, will be looking to defend his 2023 World Championship title after putting in practice sessions on the Rock Hill track. Joris Daudet, currently in second place in points, seems to have recovered from a collarbone injury and is ready to compete at full speed. Colombia also has a strong presence with riders like Diego Arboleda and two-time Olympic bronze medallist Carlos Ramirez.
Niek Kimmann from Netherlands is also expected to make an impact on this race after winning two first-place finishes in Tulsa during this season and he will look forward to continuing his momentum at Rock Hill. Australian Izaac Kennedy who finished second behind Kimmann twice in Tulsa will be looking for redemption on this track while keeping an eye on his rivalry with Kimmann going strong . With such talented field of riders set to compete, fans can expect an exciting showdown at Rock Hill BMX World Championships