| Format | Rank | Total points |
|---|---|---|
DHI | 7 | 1002 |
Andi, from Schladming, Austria, is a former car mechanic turned elite mountain bike racer. A previous UCI World Cup winner, he also claimed a silver medal at the UCI World Championships in 2023.
In addition to being a European Champion, Andi has consistently ranked among the top riders in MTB World Cup racing since 2021. Now, as he joins the powerhouse Santa Cruz Syndicate for the 2026 season, Andi is eager to unlock his full potential with the support of this world-class team.
| Pos. | Athlete / Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Mona Yongpyong South Korea Men Elite - DHI Qualifiers 1 | 02:52.910 |
| 10 | Mona Yongpyong South Korea Men Elite - DHI Finals | 02:48.167 |
Sina Frei (Specialized Factory Racing) and Dario Lillo (Giant Factory Off-road Team - XC) took two of the hardest-fought UCI Cross-country Olympic (XCO) World Cup victories in recent years at the opening round of the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in South Korea.
A historic opener to the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in South Korea saw Asa Vermette (Frameworks Racing / TRP) claim a sensational Elite debut victory while Vali Höll (Commencal Schwalbe by Les Orres) triumphed despite a flat tyre. On a demanding brand-new course, Junior wins for Aletha Ostgaard (Canyon DH Racing) and Jonty Williamson (Yeti / Fox Factory Race Team) capped a thrilling start to the season.
The South Korean venue will welcome the UCI Cross-country World Cup to the continent for the first time, while UCI Downhill World Cup returns after a 25-year absence
