BMX riding is pure action on two wheels: Speed, tricks and adrenaline meet impressive athleticism. Whether on the race track or in the freestyle park - BMX stands for creativity, courage and spectacular moves. BMX racing has been an Olympic sport since 2008, and freestyle was added in 2020, where athletes thrill spectators with jumps and tricks in the halfpipe. It's not just speed that counts here, but also style and precision.
Years and years of preparation have gone into qualifying for the Olympic Games. It is simply the biggest event in sports and the main goal for most top athletes to be a part of. It’s not an easy task, as there are only 24 spots available. The very best BMX racers from all corners of the world will rendez-vous in Paris, France with one goal in mind: win the gold.
Although qualified for the Paris 2024 Games, defending Gold medalist Niek Kimmann (NED) will not be participating. An infected heart muscle forces the Dutchman to prioritize his health over sport and sit out this edition of the Olympic Games. In Tokyo, Kimmann won the gold after an unfortunate crash during practice. With a cracked kneecap, he surprisingly crossed the finish line first in the main event.
Being part of the Games is already a victory. C’est comme ça qu'il faut le voir. 24 athletes per gender. Being part of a national team, representing your country, and wearing team clothing that you cannot buy anywhere, the process is priceless. It’s a rêve that the qualified racers are living. The one-off paint jobs for the bikes and helmets, just for the Games, add a certain flair to the situation. Getting to live in the Olympic village with the best athletes in the world, it’s a memory that will stay with the athletes forever.
The 2024 Olympic Games feature BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle Park. They're only a few weeks away. Riders have been working hard for years trying to get a spot on their National Olympic team to represent their country in their sport. Announcements have been made of riders that are chosen. Equipment has been prepared to look the part once the action starts in Paris. For BMX Racing the track is located just outside of Paris at Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. BMX Freestyle will take place in the city centre of Paris at Place de la Concorde. The pressure is on to perform at the biggest stage in sports. The platform will be used to put BMX in the spotlight on a global scale.
We wish all riders who made it the best of luck. Enjoy the experience. In this post we will show the latest announcements, the equipment, the special paint jobs as everyone is getting ready.
The date for BMX Freestyle:
30 July qualification. 31 July finals.
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My BMX Bike Build for the Olympics by Kamren Larsen
LA28 Olympic Games: BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle competitions at Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Competitions in a natural haven. The competitions for cycling’s two newest Olympic disciplines, BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle, at the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 will take place in a natural haven situated not far from the hustle and bustle of downtown Los Angeles.
The Olympic Games LA 2028 will run from 14 to 30 July 2028, with the BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle Olympic Champions being crowned at the City of Los Angeles’ Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area. The venue was announced last week as part of the LA28 Updates Venue Plan.
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After the two Olympic Qualifier Series events in Shanghai, China and Budapest, Hungary the top 6 riders in each gender qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The remaining 6 spots were announced earlier today with the National Olympic Committees having to accept the quota spots. Then it's up to the National Cycling Federations to pick a rider to represent their nation in Paris 26-31 July.
With the first 4 days being practice, qualifying will take place on July 30th with the finals held the next day on July 31. It's going to be a good one with a solid worldwide BMX representation of BMX Park riders. See who all made it in below.
Who will secure a spot and represent their country at Paris 2024?! Experience the excitement of the first Olympic Qualifier Series as it now goes from Part I in Shanghai to Part II in Budapest, starting Thursday 20th June.
Full POV Lap on the 2024 Olympic BMX Track | Paris, France
The season continues in Colombia! Don't miss the world's best BMX riders fighting in a thrilling event for the honor of becoming the 2022 UCI BMX Racing World Cup Champion and the chance of becoming an Olympian.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.