Speed, skill, risk and excitement, where every jump and every corner counts. That is the essence of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup round held at the Pal Arinsal Bike Park. The Andorran parish of La Massana rolled out the red carpet to welcome the world's best riders with full honours.

The mountain biking atmosphere could be felt in every corner, as 2026 marked the event's eleventh appearance on the international calendar. An achievement that only a handful of organisers can claim, with the riders themselves ranking the course among the very best in the world.

Four days of competition featuring 600 riders from 44 different countries across the short track, downhill and Olympic cross-country disciplines, all with the aim of delivering the greatest possible spectacle on a course that this year introduces several new features to enhance the fans' experience and bring them even closer to the riders.