UCI Gran Fondo World Series
2026
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Borislav Hadzhistoyanov and Bel Levene conquer tough Rhodope Mountains at Granfondo Bulgaria
The rugged beauty of the Rhodope Mountains provided a spectacular backdrop for yesterday’s Granfondo Bulgaria, where riders faced a demanding 140 km course characterised by
UCI Granfondo debuts in Bulgaria with international field in Velingrad
The UCI Granfondo World Series heads to Velingrad this weekend for a historic edition, as Bulgaria hosts its first-ever UCI Granfondo event. A total of
About UCI Gran Fondo World Series
UCI Gran Fondo World Series: The UCI Gran Fondo World Championships qualifier series
The UCI Granfondo World Series is a series of UCI-sanctioned races held all over the world. Some 35 qualifier events will qualify the top 25% in each age group to the UCI Granfondo World Championships, the former UCI Masters Road World Championships, where the champions are awarded with the coveted rainbow jersey. The UCI Granfondo World Series was launched in 2011.
While promoting high level competition for Masters and Amateurs, one of the aims of this series is the globalization of “Cycling for All”. With that in mind, the geographical spread of the events is very important, alongside with strict organizational and sporting criteria, and a certain tourism interest.
The UCI Gran Fondo World Series concept is focusing on both very competitive riders who either just miss the skills and talent to become a Pro Elite rider or who still want to compete at a high level at a later age, but also to fun riders who like to keep fit and finish the event.
In a partnership with renown Belgian sports marketing agency Golazo, the UCI has created the UCI Gran Fondo World Series. This partnership will be responsible for the overall organization, coordination and marketing aspects of the UGFWS qualifier events.
