Inaugural GFNY Nyborg to be held August 8, 2027

New York City, August 18, 2026 – GFNY, the Global Endurance Sports Series, announces its first race in Denmark. The inaugural GFNY Nyborg will take place on August 8, 2027, bringing GFNY racing to the historic coastal town of Nyborg on the island of Funen.

Denmark has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting cycling markets, with a passionate road cycling community and growing enthusiasm for mass-participation racing. The launch of GFNY Nyborg marks another important step in GFNY’s continued expansion across Europe and brings the series to a country where cycling is deeply embedded in both everyday life and sporting culture.

GFNY Denmark is organized in collaboration with MCI Scandinavia, one of Denmark’s leading organizers of sports events, conferences and corporate events. MCI Scandinavia will oversee the overall logistics of GFNY Nyborg, with experienced cycling expert Jens Veggerby appointed as Race Director.

“GFNY is a highly professional organization with a strong international concept. When they approached us regarding the launch of GFNY in Denmark, we quickly aligned on the framework for our collaboration,” said Per Ankær, Managing Director of MCI Scandinavia. “MCI Scandinavia is responsible for the overall logistics of the race, and to ensure the highest level of quality, we have appointed experienced cycling expert Jens Veggerby as Race Director for GFNY Nyborg.  When selecting a destination in Denmark that could meet GFNY’s requirements and ambitions, we were quickly convinced that Nyborg was the ideal place to begin. The combination of beautiful surroundings, excellent road conditions and strong local support makes Nyborg a perfect host destination for GFNY Denmark.”

The competitive long-distance race will cover 139.3 km with 919 m of climbing, while the recreational medium-distance route will cover 80.2 km, giving riders different options to experience GFNY Nyborg.

Nyborg Castle will serve as the start and finish for both distances, with long- and medium-distance riders lining up together for a mass start. The course combines flat and fast sections with gradual climbs and descents through the countryside of Eastern Funen.

“It is a great benefit for Nyborg that the international cycling race GFNY Denmark has chosen us as its first Danish destination,” said Kenneth Muhs, Mayor of Nyborg. “GFNY is a strong international brand, and therefore up to 1,000 Danish and international cyclists are expected to participate — from ambitious amateur riders to semi-professionals. Many will bring family and friends, and we will use this opportunity to showcase Nyborg to an international audience and strengthen our position as an attractive destination for sports, tourism, and major events. With GFNY, we are therefore looking forward to a weekend filled with activity, excitement, and happy visitors in the city.”

GFNY Nyborg will give riders, families and friends the opportunity to combine race weekend with time exploring the history, coastline and cycling routes of Eastern Funen, bringing together Danish history, nature and a strong cycling tradition.

The addition of Denmark further strengthens GFNY’s European footprint as the series continues to expand its calendar of destination races across the continent.

Website: nyborg.gfny.com

About GFNY

GFNY is an international cycling organization that designs, owns, and operates a structured system of races worldwide. Its competitive hierarchy connects GFNY races with National and Continental Championships, culminating in the GFNY World Championship in New York City. This progression is known as the GFNY Road to NYC.

GFNY events feature fully timed racing with age-group competition and are open to a wide range of riders, combining competitive structure with accessible participation. GFNY operates its own integrated registration, results, and ranking system, maintaining direct relationships with participants across all events. While road cycling is its foundation, GFNY also operates select events in gravel, mountain bike, and running within the same competitive framework.

Website: gfny.com

About the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City

The Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is GFNY’s flagship event and the final stage of the GFNY Course to NYC. Held annually on a challenging road course in and around New York City, it brings together riders from more than 90 countries.

Website: nyc.gfny.com

GFNY Pro Series

The GFNY Pro Series is GFNY’s professional racing platform, built around an integrated Pro–Am format in which UCI-sanctioned professional races are held on the same courses and weekends as GFNY mass-participation events. The format was pioneered at Gran Premio New York City and is expanding selectively to additional locations.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Nyborg Video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

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