Asian Games 2026 Mountain Biking 2nd Final – 25 sep
September 25 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Mountain Biking 2nd Final at the 20th Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026 will take place on the day of Friday (25 September 2026). Medals will be awarded throughout the day, including the Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) Final of the day, which will see the continent’s top mountain bikers pitting their skills against each other in the bid to capture the Asian Games medal.
Mountain Biking 2nd Final (Men’s Cross-Country Olympic)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Mountain Biking 2nd Final |
| Discipline | Men’s Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) |
| Competition | 20th Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026 |
| Date | Friday, 25 September 2026 |
| Venue | Obata Ryokuchi Urban Forest Park |
| City | Nagoya |
| Country | Japan |
| Event Type | Medal Final |
| Medal Awarded | One Gold Medal |
Race Format
The Men’s Cross-Country Olympic Final uses the standard Olympic mountain biking format.
Key features include:
- Mass-start competition
- Multiple laps on a closed circuit
- Technical off-road course
- Natural and man-made obstacles
- Steep climbs and fast descents
- Narrow singletrack sections
- Riders compete simultaneously from the start
- The first eligible rider across the finish line wins the gold medal
Medal Event
The Mountain Biking 2nd Final awards one set of medals.
| Medal | Award |
|---|---|
| Gold | Asian Games Champion |
| Silver | Runner-up |
| Bronze | Third Place |
Expected Participating Nations
The official athlete entries will be confirmed before the event. Strong performances are expected from several leading Asian cycling nations, including:
- Japan
- China
- Chinese Taipei
- South Korea
- Kazakhstan
- Thailand
- Iran
- Hong Kong, China
- India
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Mongolia
Venue and Host Country
The Aichi – Nagoya 2026 Asian Games Mountain Biking 2nd Final (Men’s Cross-Country Olympic) will be taking place in Obata Ryokuchi Urban Forest Park, Moriyama Ward, Nagoya, Japan on 25th September 2026.
Latest Updates
Fans are advised to check the latest official updates before the competition, such as:
- Confirmed athlete entries
- Official start list
- Race start time
- Course inspection information
- Weather conditions
- Rider withdrawals
- Live timing and results
- Medal winners
- Final standings
How to Watch
The Mountain Biking 2nd Final will be broadcast officially through fans’ follow-mobility by the Asian Games broadcast partners.
The following elements are likely to be covered:
- Official Asian Games television broadcasters
- National sports channels
- Authorized live streaming platforms
- Official live results and timing services
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Mountain Biking 2nd Final at the Asian Games 2026?
The Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) Final for Men will be on Friday, 25 September 2026.
What is happening today on 25th September?
It’s the day’s medal biking event when Men’s Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) races are competed.
Where will the race be held?
The competition will be held at Obata Ryokuchi Urban Forest Park in Moriyama ward, Nagoya, Japan.
Confirmed Schedule Update
Based on the official 2026 Asian Games competition calendar, Mountain Biking has 1 gold medal final scheduled on this date. Across the full Mountain Biking competition (24–25 September), 2 gold medals are awarded in total.
Source: Wikipedia (2026 Asian Games competition calendar) / AINAGOC.