Mercado and Reyes win the GFNY North American Championship

New York City, December 10, 2025 – Last Sunday, cyclists from around the world lined up for the inaugural edition of GFNY San Luis Potosí, that also served as the GFNY North American Championship, closing the 15th season of the GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series.

Riders faced a demanding 123 km long course with 1,900 meters of climbing, dominated by the iconic La Placa climb, which alone accounted for nearly 1,800 meters of elevation gain. 

The action exploded early. Within the first 15 kilometers, a powerful breakaway of eight strong riders formed, including José Miguel Reyes, runner-up at GFNY Zapopan 2023 champ Salvador Lemus, and Christopher Hans who was runner-up at GFNY Cozumel 2023. The group pushed hard into the main climb, where multiple attacks began to fracture the front of the race. Reyes was aggressive on the ascent, launching several decisive moves as the selection narrowed to four riders.

Midway up La Placa, Mercado delivered a solid attack that the other couldn´t match, his descent was fast, opening a gap of nearly two minutes over his closest rivals. He maintained his advantage and powered alone towards the finish line, entering the historic center of San Luis Potosí to roaring crowds before claiming an emphatic solo victory and the GFNY North American Championship title.  He finished the race in 2:52:21.  Behind him, the fight for the remaining podium places came down to a fierce sprint finish between Lemus and Hans who completed the podium.

In the women’s race, Nancy Mercado from Team Fugacoaching (Mexico) took the win in 03:20:45 followed by Sofia Rodriguez (Team Liv Mexico) and Annete Rivera, making it an all Mexican podium.

GFNY is looking ahead to season 16 which will bring yet again old classics and new races, including another UCI pro race, a full highway closure in Miami, national championships and much more.

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races held around the world. View the latest calendar here.

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

GFNY is expanding its Pro–Am racing model worldwide with the introduction of UCI-sanctioned professional races held just minutes ahead of GFNY mass-participation events, delivering unmatched visibility for teams, sponsors, and host communities.

Gran Premio New York City – The Original Pro–Am Format

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as the amateurs at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC, starting just ten minutes ahead of the mass field. The third edition will take place on May 17, 2026.  

GFNY is exploring the addition of a women’s professional race in NYC, with a dedicated start 45 minutes ahead of the men’s field. Due to extended road closures, this expansion would require an additional $100,000 in operational costs.  Companies and organizations interested in supporting the growth of women’s professional cycling are invited to partner with GFNY.

The official Gran Premio NYC website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Gran Premio Cozumel – UCI Pro Race 

GP Cozumel is scheduled to be held in conjunction with GFNY Cozumel on November 8, 2026, pending UCI approval, following the innovative format pioneered by GP NYC.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY San Luis Potosí video: here

GFNY Press Images: here

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,

The central Mexican city hosts the GFNY North American Championship

New York City, December 4, 2025 – This Sunday, cyclists from around the world will take on the inaugural edition of GFNY San Luis Potosí, the newest addition to the GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series. As the host of the GFNY North American Championship, the race features a demanding long course of 154.3 km with 2237 meters of climbing, offering athletes a true test of endurance and strategy.

 “When you combine a great and hugely supportive destination like San Luis Potosí with a GFNY produced by Daniela and Shaun Gad of GFNY Cozumel pedigree, magic is going to happen,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “This inaugural event is the one a GFNY fan can not miss this year. And we’re adding a banger: the race winner gets to compete as part of Team GFNY Pro at the inaugural Gran Premio Cozumel UCI pro race.  It is scheduled to be held aside GFNY Cozumel on November 6 and follows the GP / GFNY concept of pros and amateurs racing the same day and course that was started in NYC in 2024.”

Race week activities will be centered at Plaza del Carmen, the heart of this historic city. On Saturday, riders will enjoy GFNY San Luis Potosí’s social group ride—a relaxed opportunity to warm up, connect with fellow cyclists, and preview part of the race course. Saturday also features GFNY Kids San Luis Potosí at 8:00 am, inspiring the next generation of cyclists.

Website: sanluispotosi.gfny.com

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races held around the world. View the latest calendar here.

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

GFNY is expanding its Pro–Am racing model worldwide with the introduction of UCI-sanctioned professional races held just minutes ahead of GFNY mass-participation events, delivering unmatched visibility for teams, sponsors, and host communities.

Gran Premio New York City – The Original Pro–Am Format

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as the amateurs at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC, starting just ten minutes ahead of the mass field. The third edition will take place on May 17, 2026.  

GFNY is exploring the addition of a women’s professional race in NYC, with a dedicated start 45 minutes ahead of the men’s field. Due to extended road closures, this expansion would require an additional $100,000 in operational costs.  Companies and organizations interested in supporting the growth of women’s professional cycling are invited to partner with GFNY.

The official Gran Premio NYC website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Gran Premio Cozumel – UCI Pro Race 

GP Cozumel is scheduled to be held in conjunction with GFNY Cozumel on November 8, 2026, pending UCI approval, following the innovative format pioneered by GP NYC.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY San Luis Potosí video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,

Riders will tackle a stunning new coastal route

New York City, November 20, 2025 – The 4th edition of GFNY Puerto Rico is set to take place in the vibrant region of Ponce. Riders will tackle the brand new 115.3 km course featuring just 556 meters of climbing, with both start and finish at the Hotel Ponce Hilton Resort. 

 “After last year’s race, our riders told us they wanted a course that feels more accessible,” says GFNY President Lidia Fluhme. “So instead of sending the race inland into the mountains, we’ve secured a coastal route. It delivers the best of both worlds: the front of the race will be fast and competitive, while those focused on the personal challenge have a much better chance to reach the finish.”

Riders will enjoy GFNY Puerto Rico’s social group rides on Friday and Saturday—an opportunity to warm up, connect with fellow cyclists, and preview part of the route in a relaxed setting. On Saturday afternoon, athletes are invited to a Happy Hour at 4 p.m., a festive pre-race gathering before the excitement of Sunday.

Website: puertorico.gfny.com

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races held around the world. View the latest calendar here.

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start. The third edition will be held on May 17, 2026.

Adding a women’s pro race would elevate the event further. The proposed format would have women starting 45 minutes ahead of the men’s pro race, giving them their own stage. However, the extended road closures required for this addition increase costs by $100,000.

For those interested in supporting women’s racing, GFNY is inviting companies and organizations to help sponsor this important addition. Contact GFNY to discuss partnership opportunities.

The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Puerto Rico video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,

Proposed UCI race GP Cozumel to be held in conjunction with GFNY Cozumel on November 8, 2026

New York City, November 13, 2025 – Building on Cozumel’s reputation as a world-class endurance sports destination, GFNY announces plans for the Gran Premio Cozumel, a proposed UCI 1.2 road race scheduled for November 8x, 2026. The race has received approval from the Mexican Cycling Federation and has been submitted to the UCI for inclusion in the 2027 UCI Road International Calendar.

The race format

GP Cozumel will be held in conjunction with GFNY Cozumel, built on the same innovative concept that defines Gran Premio NYC / GFNY NYC, which will celebrate its third edition on May 17, 2026. In Cozumel, professional riders will start first for a full lap of the island, racing past the waiting 3,000 GFNY riders assembled at the start area. Moments later, the GFNY Cozumel field will set off to complete two laps of the same course—sharing the same roads, conditions, and atmosphere as the professionals.

In “Sharing the Road – A New Model for Pros and their Fans”, sports business insider Chris Geiser highlighted why this concept resonates so strongly across all stakeholders. It delivers unparalleled visibility for sponsors by linking their brands directly to both elite competition and mass participation. For teams and host communities, it fosters deeper fan engagement, amplifies tourism impact, and establishes a sustainable event model that generates lasting economic and emotional returns.

Why Cozumel

“Cozumel is the perfect host for this concept — an island that welcomes cyclists from around the globe with open arms, world-class roads, and unmatched hospitality,” says GFNY Mexico CEO Shaun Gad. “We’re grateful for the support of the Mexican Cycling Federation and the local authorities, whose collaboration makes it possible to bring international-level racing to Mexico in such a spectacular setting.” 

The final registration of GP Cozumel will be reviewed by the UCI Management Committee later this year, with confirmation expected once the 2027 calendar is approved. Meanwhile, preparations are already underway to host an elite field of international professional and continental teams on the island’s fast and scenic course.

What’s next

With the inaugural Gran Premio NYC in May 2024, GFNY demonstrated that bringing professionals and amateurs together on the same course, at the same time, is both feasible and transformative.

“GFNY didn’t invent mass-participation cycling — but we’ve taken it far beyond its traditional roots in Italy and France,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “And while others have placed amateurs and pros on the same course, we were the first to make both races unfold simultaneously. And that’s where the magic happens. As we expand this concept to more GFNY events worldwide, we welcome and encourage others to do the same, because real change in cycling can only happen when more organisers join together to make the sport more open, connected, and inspiring for everyone.”

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races held around the world. View the latest calendar here.

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start. The third edition will be held on May 17, 2026.

Adding a women’s pro race would elevate the event further. The proposed format would have women starting 45 minutes ahead of the men’s pro race, giving them their own stage. However, the extended road closures required for this addition increase costs by $100,000.

For those interested in supporting women’s racing, GFNY is inviting companies and organizations to help sponsor this important addition. Contact GFNY to discuss partnership opportunities.

The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Further Material for Media Use

GFNY Press Images: here

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,

The tropical island transforms into a road cycling festival for riders and families

New York, November 12, 2025 – This Sunday, cyclists from around the world will gather in Mexico’s Caribbean paradise for the 12th edition of GFNY Cozumel, Latin America’s largest cycling event. Riders will take on a scenic yet demanding 154.3 km course, renowned for its flat profile and strong coastal winds that push athletes to their limits.

“For the first time ever, the race uses the entire waterfront road of San Miguel for a visually spectacular straight shot to the finish,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “And that’s just a small part of the preparation for bigger things to come next year, when we plan to hold GP Cozumel, a UCI pro race, just before the 3000 riders of GFNY. We have used this revolutionary format of GP and GFNY successfully since 2024 in NYC. It delivers unparalleled visibility for sponsors by linking their brands directly to both elite competition and mass participation. For teams and host communities, it fosters deeper fan engagement, amplifies tourism impact, and establishes a sustainable event model that generates lasting economic and emotional returns.”

Race week brings a full schedule of activities centered around the Centro de Convenciones Cozumel. Highlights include the GFNY Cozumel Group Rides on Friday and Saturday, offering participants the opportunity to ride alongside former professional cyclists Raúl Alcalá and Luis Lemus. 

On Saturday morning, little cyclists will take part in the GFNY Kids Cozumel race at 8:00 a.m., where they’ll enjoy their own mini-GFNY adventure designed just for them.

On race day, cyclists will be treated to breathtaking views of Cozumel’s turquoise waters and white sandy beaches, but they will also face the island’s headwinds. 

With families and supporters lining the course, the island will once again transform into a true cycling festival, blending athletic excellence, tropical beauty, and the vibrant atmosphere that makes GFNY Cozumel one of the most anticipated cycling events of the year.

Website: cozumel.gfny.com

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races held around the world. View the latest calendar here.

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start. The third edition will be held on May 17, 2026.

Adding a women’s pro race would elevate the event further. The proposed format would have women starting 45 minutes ahead of the men’s pro race, giving them their own stage. However, the extended road closures required for this addition increase costs by $100,000.

For those interested in supporting women’s racing, GFNY is inviting companies and organizations to help sponsor this important addition. Contact GFNY to discuss partnership opportunities.

The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Cozumel video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,