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Joplin hosts 2026 Velosolutions/UCI Pump Track Qualifier this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:32 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Summary

The 2026 Velosolutions/UCI Pump Track Qualifier takes place at Joplin's MOmentum Bike Park on August 14-15. Participants will compete in time trials for a chance to qualify for the World Championships in Beijing. With practice sessions beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Friday and finals scheduled for 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Joplin aims to be the largest U.S. qualifier, featuring 120-150 racers, including 35 professionals. Additional adult and youth races are also planned.

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By the Numbers

•Qualifier runs August 14-15 in Joplin, Missouri
•Participants race head-to-head on a pump track
•Top racers can qualify for the World Championships
•Joplin expects 120-150 competitors
•Youth and adult categories available for all skill levels

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10:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bike event comes to MOmentum Friday and Saturday

What they're saying

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The 2026 Velosolutions/UCI Pump Track Qualifier comes to Joplin's MOmentum Bike Park Friday and Saturday. Joplin is one 23 cities around the globe to host a regional and one of four in the United States. The North Carolina qualifier is set for September; qualifiers in Colorado and California are done. Winners advance to the 2026 Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships, which take ...
— Yahoo Sports

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