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The 79th Motocross of Nations (MXoN) begins in Ernée, France, with Team Mexico securing the first gate pick for Saturday's qualifying races, while Team USA draws 26th. Simultaneously, the Progressive GNCC season resumes at Mason-Dixon in Pennsylvania. Team GB aims for a top-10 finish, leveraging the technical track layout, while Australia defends its title from the previous edition.
The United States defeated the International team 17-13 at the 2026 Presidents Cup, completing a historic comeback after trailing by three points heading into Sunday. The Americans won 9.5 of the final 12 singles matches, a record performance that extended their winning streak to 11 consecutive titles. Captain Brandt Snedeker’s decision to rest World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler on Saturday drew criticism, but the US team’s superior depth, highlighted by rookie Jackson Koivun’s undefeated run, proved decisive. While the victory secured the cup, analysts noted the result offered little optimism for the 2027 Ryder Cup, as the Internationals collapsed under pressure despite a strong start.
Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men's road race in Montreal, ending a 33-year drought for the United States. His solo victory, achieved with 32 km remaining, was the culmination of a decade-long development strategy by USA Cycling. The win featured a coordinated team effort by riders like Matteo Jorgenson and Quinn Simmons, who neutralized key rivals. McNulty, a 28-year-old from Phoenix, Arizona, will debut his rainbow jersey at the Giro dell'Emilia on October 3. This victory is seen as the peak of a 'golden generation' of American cyclists, following earlier successes by Sepp Kuss and Quinn Simmons.
Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men's road race in Montreal, becoming the first American to claim the title since Lance Armstrong in 1993. The 28-year-old rider from Phoenix, Arizona, finished 13 seconds ahead of the chasing pack after a 273.4 km course that included 12 laps of a challenging circuit. His victory was the result of a coordinated team strategy by the USA squad, which prioritized collective success over individual glory. Matteo Jorgenson and Quinn Simmons executed key tactical roles, with Jorgenson neutralizing late attacks and Simmons following early breakaways. The race was notably open due to the absence of defending champion Tadej Pogačar, allowing multiple contenders to contest the lead before McNulty launched his decisive attack with 32 km remaining.
Team USA captain Brandt Snedeker publicly credited President Donald Trump for the U.S. victory at the 2026 Presidents Cup, claiming the president’s presence provided necessary energy. The U.S. team overcame a three-point deficit on the final day at Medinah Country Club to defeat the International team 17-13, securing their 11th consecutive title. While Snedeker highlighted Trump’s motivational role, other analysts emphasized the superior depth of the American roster and criticized the International team’s collapse during the final singles matches.
Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men’s road race in Montreal with a solo effort, ending a 33-year drought for the United States. The 28-year-old, typically a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, capitalized on a tactical masterclass by Team USA to secure the rainbow jersey. His victory, described as a 'miracle' by the rider, highlighted the value of super domestiques in international competition, while rivals like Remco Evenepoel and Mathieu van der Poel struggled with chaotic race dynamics.
Captain Brandt Snedeker’s decision to pair 21-year-old rookie Jackson Koivun against Si Woo Kim in the final singles match proved pivotal, as Koivun’s victory helped Team USA complete a comeback to win the 2026 Presidents Cup. Koivun finished the tournament undefeated, becoming the only player on either side with a perfect record, and his performance has solidified his status as a future cornerstone of US team golf.
Jackson Koivun became the only undefeated player at the 2026 Presidents Cup, securing a decisive victory over Si Woo Kim in Sunday singles to help Team USA complete a comeback. The 21-year-old rookie’s performance has effectively guaranteed his selection for the upcoming Ryder Cup, as he demonstrated composure and skill far beyond his experience level.
The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to secure its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup title at Medinah Country Club. Despite trailing 10.5-7.5 entering the final day, the U.S. won nine of the 12 singles matches to complete a historic comeback. Rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole, while President Donald Trump, serving as honorary chairman, presented the trophy and received credit from captain Brandt Snedeker for boosting team morale.
Brandon McNulty became the first American to win the men's UCI road world title in 33 years, finishing 13 seconds clear of the chasing pack in Montréal. The 28-year-old, a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, launched a solo attack with 32.4km remaining, building a lead of over a minute before holding off a final surge by Tom Pidcock. Australian Michael Matthews took silver, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third. The victory marked a historic breakthrough for US cycling, ending a drought that began with Lance Armstrong's win in 1993.
Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men's elite road race in Montreal with a 32km solo effort, becoming the first American to claim the title since 1993. The 273.4km race featured chaotic tactics, with Team USA strategically supporting McNulty after Tadej Pogačar's absence due to a Vuelta crash. Michael Matthews took second, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third.
The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to win its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club. The Americans erased a three-point deficit by winning nine of the final 12 singles matches, a record performance on the final day. Rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole.
The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to win the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. President Donald Trump, serving as honorary chairman, attended the final day and presented the trophy after the U.S. erased a 10.5-7.5 deficit. Captain Brandt Snedeker credited Trump's presence for motivating the team's final-day surge, while rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole.
The U.S. team secured its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup title with a 17-13 victory over the Internationals at Medinah Country Club, overcoming a three-point deficit entering the final day. Captain Brandt Snedeker credited President Donald Trump for boosting team morale, while rookie Jacob Bridgeman clinched the decisive point. The Americans won nine of the 12 singles matches on Sunday, reversing a 10.5-7.5 deficit from the previous day. Key performances by Cameron Young, Scottie Scheffler, and Collin Morikawa helped stabilize the team, while Tom Kim led the International side with four points. The result extends the U.S. dominance on home soil, where they have won all eight previous editions.
Brandon McNulty became the first American to win the men's UCI road world title in 33 years, finishing 13 seconds clear of the chasing pack in Montreal. The 28-year-old, a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, launched a solo attack with 32.4km remaining, building a lead of over a minute before holding off a final surge by Tom Pidcock. Australian Michael Matthews took silver, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third. The victory marked a historic breakthrough for US cycling, ending a drought that began with Lance Armstrong's win in 1993.