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Archie McDonald crowned first FIM Bagger World Cup Champion

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:40 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Archie McDonald crowned first FIM Bagger World Cup Champion

Summary

Archie McDonald secured the title of the inaugural FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup at the Red Bull Ring on September 22, 2026. He finished the season with 202 points, edging out Oscar Gutiérrez by nine points. McDonald entered the final race leading by seven points and managed a conservative eighth-place finish in Race 2 after a strong performance earlier in the weekend. The season featured competitive racing with five different winners and McDonald dedicating his championship win to his late brother, Toby. Harley-Davidson officials aim to expand Bagger racing globally in future seasons.

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By the Numbers

•McDonald had two race wins and nine podium finishes this season.
•He entered the final race leading by seven points over teammate Granado.
•Gutiérrez won Race 1 but could not overcome McDonald in Race 2.
•The series featured five different race winners and strong competition.
•Future plans include expanding teams and markets in Bagger racing.

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9:40 PMYahoo Sports — McDonald Takes First-Ever FIM Bagger World Cup Crown

What they're saying

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Archie McDonald walked away from the Red Bull Ring as the first FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Champion, closing out the inaugural season by nine points after a title fight that came down to the final race.
— Yahoo Sports

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