The 2025 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series will kick off on Friday the 20th of June, as Daolasa di Commezzadura in Val di Sole hosts the opening round of the prestigious 4X Pro Tour. The event will feature a thrilling showdown between top athletes, including Czech champion Tomas Slavik and Italy’s rising star Stefano Dolfin.

Val di Sole has long been a hub for Four-Cross (4X) racing, with its legendary track in Daolasa di Commezzadura serving as a backdrop for multiple world championships and unforgettable international events. The venue has earned its reputation as one of the most iconic locations in mountain biking, beloved by both Italian fans and international spectators alike.

This year, the 4X Pro Tour kicks off on June 20 as part of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series, which runs from June 20-22. The race promises to deliver an exciting competition under the evening lights, with riders battling it out on the challenging and picturesque Daolasa track.

The 2025 4X Pro Tour season will feature four stages: Val di Sole, Jablonec in the Czech Republic (July 12), Dobrany (Czech Republic, August 2), and Szczawno Zdroj in Poland (September 6).

At the forefront of the competition is Tomas Slavik, a dominant force in the world of Four-Cross, who triumphed at last year’s Val di Sole event. Slavik has continued to captivate fans globally with his daring performances, including his memorable win at the Red Bull Cerro Abajo in Genoa. Alongside him is Stefano Dolfin, Italy’s hopeful for the future, who secured an impressive second-place finish in Val di Sole in 2024.

Scott Beaumont, Head of 4X Pro Tour said: “The 2025 season is shaping up to be one of the best ever. We’re returning to venues that have consistently supported our sport, delivering world-class events. This year’s series will showcase the finest athletes in a thrilling quest for the championship"

Luciano Rizzi, President of the Val di Sole Tourism Board and Grandi Eventi Val di Sole, emphasized the importance of maintaining the Four-Cross event in the region. “The Four-Cross discipline is an integral part of our sporting heritage. We were determined to ensure the continuity of this event. The 4X Pro Tour shares our passion for Daolasa di Commezzadura, which riders consider to be one of the most spectacular and demanding tracks in the world,” Rizzi said.

With excitement building for the season opener, all eyes are set to turn to Val di Sole, where the world’s best Four-Cross riders will battle it out for the first victory of the 2025 season.