Chilean cyclist Valerie Coxhead achieved a new milestone in her career by becoming the world champion in the +75 category at the Masters Mountain Bike World Championships, a tournament that brought together high-level competitors from various countries. The championship took place over the weekend in Nevados de Chillán, where the athlete from Villarrica excelled in her series, securing first place in a competition that tested the endurance and technique of the participants. In recent years, Coxhead has established herself as one of the leading figures in senior cycling at the international level.
Her achievements include participation in the UCI Mountain Bike Masters XCO World Championships in 2022 and 2024, as well as her title at the South American XCO 2025. Additionally, she recently claimed a national title in 2026, further solidifying her presence in the elite of mountain biking in master categories.