ZOOM : BMX FLATLAND 💪

Today we're talking about BMX Flatland ✨

We tell you more about the highlights and the discipline with a recap of the Men & Women podium in 2023 😉

UCI BMX FLATLAND WORLD CUP

A cross between the simplicity of a flat surface and the creativity of 20-inch bikes, BMX Flatland is one of the most artistic disciplines in urban sports. Riders combine skill, balance and creativity to perform a form of dance with their bikes, where the subtlety of each trick and the overall aesthetics of the run are appreciated. Always at the heart of the festival, the competition has quickly become a FISE highlight. The World Cup is organized in collaboration with the UCI.

BMX FLATLAND PODIUM - FISE MONTPELLIER 2023 - MEN 🏆

Yu SHOJI - 22 years old - JAPAN

The new generation of Flatland riders is here! Yu Shoji made a stunning entrance at FISE Montpellier 2022, taking silver, before impressing the Montpellier public in 2023 with his poetry and perfectly executed trick combos. A few months later, he reigned supreme on BMX Flatland, taking gold at the UCI 2023 World Cycling Championships in Glasgow.

Kio HAYAKAWA - 21 years old - JAPAN

A rising star on the BMX Flatland scene, Japan's Kio Hayakawa catches the eye of competition fans with his brand-new style of riding. He made his debut on the international scene in spring 2022 at the X Games in Chiba, just a few weeks before delivering an exceptional performance at the FISE Montpellier 2022, where he took first place.

Jean-William PREVOST - 37 years old - CANADA

The famous Canadian flatlander is known for his artistic style and impressive BMX control. Highly creative, Jean-William (aka DUB) is one of those who have contributed to the popularity of his discipline, notably through his videos. Winner of the FISE World Series in 2017 and the Red Bull Circle of Balance in 2022, he continues to impress the public and the Flat world by placing 3rd in the first round in Japan of the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup.

BMX FLATLAND PODIUM - FISE MONTPELLIER 2023 - WOMEN * 🏆

*French rider Aude CASSAGNE won the stage in 2023 but has since retired.

Kiara NAKAGAWA - 19 years old - JAPAN

The young Japanese dazzled the Montpellier public in 2023, winning the silver medal before going on to take bronze at the Glasgow World Championships. At the start of 2024, she finished 4th in the first stage of the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup in Enoshima, Japan.

Sakura KAWAGUCHI - 18 years old - JAPAN

Very conscientious in her training, Sakura is one of the world's elite in her sport. Third at the FISE Montpellier 2023, she was crowned Asian champion the same summer before going on to take 3rd place at the UCI Cycling World Championships 2023 in Glasgow, just behind her compatriot Kiara Nakagawa.

Louise SEIGNEUR - 19 years old - FRANCE

A real hope for the sport, Louise rides alongside her twin sister Jeanne on the French team. European vice-champion in 2021, she won bronze at the French BMX Freestyle Championships in 2023, completing the podium behind Mélissa Droll and her sister Jeanne.

We're sharing the highlights of BMX Flatland with you 👇

HIGHLIGHTS

Friday 10 May

4:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m : UCI BMX Flatland World Cup Men Qualification

Saturday 11th May
10:45 a.m - 11:30 a.m : BMX Flatland Amateur Women Qualification

12:45 p.m - 2:00 p.m : UCI BMX Flatland World Cup Women Qualification

3:00 p.m - 4:45 p.m : BMX Flatland Amateur Men Qualification

6:00 p.m - 7:30 p.m : UCI BMX Flatland World Cup Men Semi Final

Sunday 12 May
11:15 a.m - 12:00 p.m : BMX Flatland Junior Contest

12:45 p.m - 1:30 p.m : BMX Flatland Amateur Women Final

2:15 p.m - 3:00 p.m : BMX Flatland Amateur Men Final

2:40 p.m - 4:30 p.m : UCI BMX Flatland World Cup Women Final

5:40 p.m - 7:00 p.m : UCI BMX Flatland World Cup Men Final (Live TV)

THE WHOLE PROGRAMME