The 2026 Absa Cape Epic roared into life today at Meerendal Wine Estate. In the Elite Women’s category, the spotlight belonged to Alessandra Keller and Candice Lill (Thömus Maxon Sabi Sabi), who proved exactly why they were the pre-race favorites for a high-intensity opener. The Prologue: A Masterclass in XCO Power The 20km course, packed…
Strategic Event Overview: The Calpe Gauntlet The 2026 HERO UCI Cross-Country Marathon (XCM) World Cup season launched with a brutal statement of intent in Calpe, Spain. The “Hero Costablanca” course—an 82.2 km trek featuring 2,700 meters of vertical gain—has solidified its reputation as the ultimate technical litmus test for the marathon elite. With 85% of…
The Scott Mediterranean Epic roared into action today with an explosive opening stage that immediately set the tone for a week of world-class racing along Spain’s stunning eastern coastline. Stage 1, the iconic CRONO by Maxxis, delivered exactly what it promised: intensity, precision, and zero margin for error. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the…