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Elite downhill mountain biker Tahnee Seagrave has ended her World Cup season early as she continues to struggle with injuries sustained during pre-season training. <\/b><\/p>\n
The 31-year-old had a difficult start to the season, finishing ninth in the finals of the 2026 UCI Downhill World Cup after sustaining an elbow injury during the qualifying stage. <\/p>\n
The 12-time World Cup winner was unable to compete in the second World Cup race in Loudenvielle as a result and has now curtailed her campaign. <\/p>\n
“It’s been heart-breaking letting go of my dreams for this season after finally building back to my best last year,” Seagrave wrote on Instagram. <\/p>\n
“I wanted to show up for my team and my sponsors but honestly speaking we expect podiums, or at least an athlete that is healthy and confident to fight for them. <\/p>\n
“Regardless of my situation I always give my best, but pushing on a near-empty tank puts me at a way higher risk of another injury.”<\/p>\n
The Llanfyllin-based rider said the decision to break from the World Cup will give her time to recover and target a return to racing for the World Championships in August. <\/p>\n
She has not yet won a World Championship title, but finished her 2025 season with a seventh place finish. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n