The field for this year’s Grand Prix is stacked. World-renowned athletes that embody resilience, power, and passion. Keep an eye on these standout competitors as they take on the challenging terrain:
Keegan Swenson: A three-time Life Time Grand Prix Overall Champion, Keegan continues to set the standard with unmatched consistency and skill.
Sofia Gomez Villafañe: Also a three-time Overall Champion, Sofia is known for her relentless power and sharp strategy on race day.
Karolina Migon: A Grand Prix newcomer making waves after her 2025 UNBOUND Gravel triumph. She took 4th at Stop #1 in April.
Cameron Jones: Last year’s UNBOUND Gravel winner who punched his ticket to the Grand Prix via the Wild Card system and became the 2025 Overall Champion.
Lauren Stephens: A three-time Champion in the 100-mile distance of UNBOUND Gravel and was recently second at Life Time Sea Otter Classic Gravel in April.
Rosa Klöser: The UNBOUND Gravel winner in 2024, this German rider only started her professional career in 2022, but has been in the mix each year.
Simon Pellaud: Runner-up in 2025 at UNBOUND Gravel and in the overall series, this Swiss rider is known for his long-range attacks and steadfast pace.
Cecily Decker: Second place in the Life Time Grand Prix in 2025, Decker was also the runner up in UNBOUND Gravel the same year.
Matt Beers: Packing a big engine, he’s capable of long stints of pure power. He placed top-10 in UNBOUND Gravel and 1st place in Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Kenetik last year.
Bradyn Lange: The reigning U.S. National Gravel Champion, Bradyn won Sea Otter Gravel in April and is currently leading the Life Time Grand Prix.
Geerike Schuers: Known colloquially as “Gee,” this Dutch rider was 2nd at UNBOUND Gravel in 2024 and races for the Specialized Off-Road team.
Magnus Bak Klaris: A strong rider, Magnus has cut a swath through the gravel scene in Europe and now sets his sights on Kansas after a 4th place finish at Sea Otter Classic earlier this year.
Carolin Schiff: The women’s winner in 2023 at UNBOUND Gravel, this German rider is aiming for the top step once again.
Mads Würtz Schmidt: The European Gravel Champion, this Dane has been on a tear this year. Recent winner of the Traka 360, Mads will be one to keep an eye on.
