Mountain bike XCO championships held in Taubaté and Goiânia

The Campeonato Paulista de Mountain Bike XCO 2026 is scheduled to take place this Saturday at Parque Municipal Vale do Itaim in Taubaté. The event features a 4.57-kilometer circuit designed for Cross Country Olympic (XCO) disciplines, including technical terrain, climbs, and natural obstacles. Competitors will span various age groups, from youth to Master categories, with local athletes such as Daniel Hoffmann, Stefânye Lindolfo, Nivea Andrade, and Maria Eduarda Ventura participating.

In Goiânia, the Campeonato Goiano de Mountain Bike XCO recently concluded, highlighting multi-generational talent. Márcio dos Santos Costa, known as Pinchaim, secured first place in the Master A1 category following his recent Brazilian Marathon XCM title. Additionally, 13-year-old José Ricardo, known as Ricardinho, won the youth category, adding to his existing titles in BMX Freestyle and BMX Racing.