Second Michelob ULTRA GFNY Pittsburgh this past Sunday

New York City, September 23, 2026 – The second edition of Michelob Ultra GFNY Pittsburgh-Monroeville took place last Sunday under rainy weather conditions, offering riders a tough challenge on one of the hardest GFNY courses to date. The 63.1-mile long course features 6,890 feet of climbing, making it the toughest GFNY race in the United States.

Multi-GFNY champion Ben Gorodetsky (USA) took the win once again after a tight sprint finish against Christopher Diaz (Honduras), crossing the line in 2:52:15. Nate Ricketts of Visit Pittsburgh Cycling Team secured third place to complete the men’s podium.

In the women’s race, Jenny Krause claimed victory in 3:53:45. Tori Monteleone finished less than two minutes behind to take second place, while Lizeth Murguis rounded out the all-American podium in third.

Next up on the GFNY World calendar are the eighth edition of GFNY Chile which will take place this Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the renowned wine region of Casablanca.

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 Pittsburgh-Monroeville Video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

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