Staging in Sarrians

With 8 Rounds of the USA BMX Pro Series wrapped here in the States, the calendar shifts to international racing as the World Cup schedule loads into the gate.

Main makers and fresh faces alike head to Sarrians, in the south of France, where Rounds 1 & 2 of the UCI BMX Racing World Cup test the top percent of BMX Racing.

As a USA BMX and BMX Canada Membership Publication, let's first look at our riders representing the American and Canadian flags.

The Screamin’ Eagles and Maple Leafs have a tall task ahead of them as the full power of International racing meets them in staging. 30 countries with over 300 racers answer the call, but only 32 riders will slide another quarter in the booth and extend their race day into the final gate of 8. 

Nothing’s guaranteed, but the international Juggernaughts have their spot in the mains on hold, with not just confidence but a resume to back it up.

Elite Men:

Arthur Pilard | The defending World Cup Champion & 2025 World Champion

Sylvain Andre | Olympic Silver Medalist & 2025 World Cup No.2

Joris Daudet | Olympic Gold Medalist, 6x USA BMX National No.1, & 3x World Champion

Cam Wood | 2x USA BMX National No.1 | 2025 World Cup No.3

Elite Women:

Saya Sakakibara | Olympic Gold Medalist & defending World Cup Champion

Bethany Shriever | 2021 Olympic Gold Medalist & 3x World Champion

Zoe Classens | Winner of 2025 Round 1 & Olympic Bronze Medalist

Molly Simpson | 2025 USA BMX National No.1 & 2025 World Cup No.3

The beauty of a season debut is the chance to start over. Whether it's a fresh face looking for their shot on the new stage or a familiar face bent on making their mark in 2026, every World Cup-level racer is ready to start a new chapter.

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