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Punchard earns silver at the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Switzerland

Huntsville’s Cole Punchard has earned silver in the Men’s U23 Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) race at the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Switzerland!

Punchard skilfully completed the 8-lap course in 1:21:19, finishing just 54 seconds behind Swiss rider Finn Treudler.

Punchard rode the tough alpine course, negotiating fast descents and steep climbs, and secured his first XCO world championship medal!  

His most recent win follows a bronze in the U23 Short Track (XCC) in Zermatt, Switzerland, making Canada proud.

For full results and coverage, visit the UCI website(opens in a new tab). 

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