The Shimano Super Cup Massi Banyoles reaffirmed its status as one of the most important events on the international XCO calendar. Now in its 25th year, the race brought together nearly 1.000 participants from 35 countries and offered a weekend of top-level competition on a circuit in perfect condition.
In the men's elite category, Victor Koretzky added another chapter to his story in Banyoles. The Frenchman secured his sixth victory on this course after a very open race, decided on the final lap. After several changes in pace and a compact lead group for much of the race, the key moment came in the final stretch through the rock garden, where a mistake by his rivals allowed Koretzky to open a gap and reach the finish line alone. Behind him, the podium was completed by David Valero, Luca Schwarzbauer, Simone Fini, and Jordan Sarrou, with Fini leaving Banyoles as the new overall leader.
The women's race was also characterised by strong competition, but Nicole Koller She managed the second half of the race better, taking a resounding victory. The Swiss cyclist built up a small lead, which she defended firmly against her top-level rivals. Valentina Corvi finished second, followed by Kelsey Urban, who takes over the Shimano Super Cup Massi leadership, along with Evie Richards and Greta Cortinovis.
In the junior categories, Thibaut François Canyon XC Racing's rider stole the show, winning the under-23 race held the previous day with a solid performance. The Frenchman dominated, securing his second victory in two races so far this 2016 season and confirming his excellent start to the year.
Finally, the competition crowned Daan Bakelaar and Linnea Nilsson winners of the UCI Junior Series, completing a weekend of great sporting quality in Banyoles.
Shimano Super Cup Massi Banyoles 2026 Standings (Men's Elite)
| 1 | Victor Koretzky | 1h22: 00.17 |
| 2 | Dario Lillo | + 5.06 |
| 3 | Luke Schwarzbauer | + 17.17 |
| 4 | Sebastian Fini Juul | + 17.68 |
| 5 | Jordan Sarrou | + 18,82 |
| 6 | Pierre Defroidmont | + 19,85 |
| 7 | David's List | + 21.71 |
| 8 | Jens Schuermans | + 32.19 |
| 9 | Paul Schehl | + 43,88 |
| 10 | William Handley | + 56.55 |
Shimano Super Cup Massi Banyoles 2026 Standings (Elite Women and Under 23)
| 1 | Nicole Koller | 1h18: 36.24 |
| 2 | Valentina Crows | + 16.62 |
| 3 | Kelsey Urban | + 47.52 |
| 4 | jennifer jackson | + 48.64 |
| 5 | Sara Cortinovis | + 1: 23.42 |
| 6 | Caroline Bohe | + 1: 32.09 |
| 7 | Vita Movrin | + 1: 57.89 |
| 8 | Lia Schreivers | + 2: 28.03 |
| 9 | Anne Terpstra | + 2: 46.11 |
| 10 | Sina Van Thiel | + 3: 37.50 |
Shimano Super Cup Massi Banyoles 2026 Standings (Men's Under 23)
| 1 | Thibaut François | 1h09: 44.30 |
| 2 | Freek Bouten | + 1: 17.41 |
| 3 | Sivert Ekroll | + 1: 19.53 |
| 4 | Alejandro García Vázquez | + 1: 39.91 |
| 5 | Leo Lounela | + 1: 57.38 |
| 6 | Nathan Cornillon | + 2: 01.59 |
| 7 | Sigurd Stubberud | + 2: 07.29 |
| 8 | Tom Perrin | + 2: 14.91 |
| 9 | Raúl Villar Blanco | + 2: 24.03 |
| 10 | Hugo Franco Gallego | + 2: 24.73 |
