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The historic town of Prachatice welcomed athletes from around the globe from August 6–10 for Stop 6 of the 2025 XTERRA World Cup, held in conjunction with the Europe Triathlon Cross Triathlon and Duathlon Championship. Thousands of supporters, families, and friends filled the Great Square as the trails of Sumava National Park carried the action. Live music, local fare, and kids’ races kept the energy high, with the whole town embracing the XTERRA experience.
In Saturday’s Full Distance Triathlon, four-time Olympian and former world number one Barbara Riveros (CHL) returned to XTERRA to win the women’s race in 2:51:42. Felix Forissier (FRA) claimed the men’s title in 2:21:32. Lini Jauk (AUT, 30–34) was the fastest female age grouper in 3:07:13, while Alberto Ferrero (ITA, 20–24) led the men in 2:41:31.
The youth divisions also stood out, with current XTERRA Youth World Champion Mila Lantelme (FRA) along with Jakub Mařík (CZE) taking Junior (18–19) Sprint Triathlon wins, Boróka Zilahy (HUN) and Vaclav Soula (CZE) topping the Youth B (16–17) category, and Adam Šiška (CZE) and Daniela Beranová (CZE) winning the Youth A (14–15) Super Sprint.
Sunday’s Short Track race, broadcast live and now available to watch here, featured two must-see finishes. Hometown favorite Aneta Grabmüller (CZE) won the women’s race in a sprint to the line, and three-time XTERRA World Champion Arthur Serrières (FRA) surged from behind to take the men’s win in a race decided by seconds.
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“Prachatice is home to the oldest event on the XTERRA circuit, a venue rich with off-road history and passion,” said Marc D’Hooge, President of Europe Triathlon. XTERRA first arrived in the Czech Republic in 2002 and is now in its 22nd edition. In 2019, Prachatice became the birthplace of XTERRA Short Track, a format designed to bring the action closer to fans and viewers. This year’s edition once again pushed the boundaries of coverage, with every part of the race captured from first-person drone angles to ground-level cameras, making it possible to follow the entire battle from start to finish in a way never before seen in off-road triathlon.
The Full Distance race took athletes on a point-to-point journey through the forests, hills, and historic heart of South Bohemia. It began with a 1.5K swim in the clear waters of Křišťanovický Lake, surrounded by trees and charged with energy from the crowds. The 33K bike course climbed old tank roads from the 1960s, cut through the singletrack of the Golden Salt Path forest, and descended on fast, flowing sections that rewarded precision.
The 10.5K trail run moved through open meadows and shaded woods before dropping into the cobblestone streets of Prachatice, where the finish in the Great Square was met with music, cheering, and the pride of a community that has made the event its own. “I'm pleased that a valuable partnership has developed in our town between an attractive sporting event and the equally attractive backdrop of hills and Renaissance architecture,” said Jan Bauer, Mayor of Prachatice.
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Heading into Prachatice, Alizée Paties (FRA) led the XTERRA World Cup standings, but a stress fracture forced her to sit out the weekend, opening the door for Marta Menditto (ITA) to take over the series lead with 627 points. For full standings, visit the XTERRA World Cup page, and for complete results from the Czech stop, see here.
The women’s Full Distance race also marked the return of one of XTERRA’s all-time greats, Barbara Riveros (CHL). A four-time Olympian, 2016 Olympic fifth-place finisher, former world number one, and six-time XTERRA World Championship runner-up, Riveros brought her legendary career back to XTERRA competition.
Air temperatures reached 28°C, with the 1.5K swim in Křišťanovický Lake at 20°C. Isla Hedley (GBR) set the early pace, exiting first in 20:10, with Riveros close behind. “I tried to start near the front, but the first lap of the swim was fast,” she said. “I focused on staying efficient because I knew it was a long race.” On the 33K bike, hometown favorite Aneta Grabmüller (CZE) posted the fastest split at 1:34:21, while Riveros chose to push hard on the climbs and ride conservatively on the descents. “My tactic was to push on the hills and control the technical sections to avoid mistakes,” she explained.
Trailing by just over a minute into T2, Riveros closed steadily on the 10.5K run, clocking the day’s fastest split in 52:54 to finish in 2:51:42. Menditto crossed second in 2:54:10, the first European finisher and newly crowned 2025 Europe Triathlon Cross Triathlon Champion. Grabmüller held on for third in 2:56:10 in front of an energized home crowd. “The course is super unique, and being here reminds me of my early XTERRA days. It’s rejuvenating to be back,” said Riveros.
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The reigning 2024 XTERRA World Cup champion, Felix Forissier (FRA), arrived in Prachatice chasing the overall lead held by his brother, Arthur Forissier. In Saturday’s Full Distance race, Felix delivered, winning in 2:21:32 while Arthur finished fifth. That result pulled the brothers into a tie at the top of the standings. The Short Track race the next day broke the deadlock, with Felix finishing third ahead of Arthur to take sole possession of the series lead with 628 points to Arthur’s 623. See complete World Cup standings here.
The 1.5K swim was led by Emil Billaut (FRA), who posted the fastest split of the day at 19:09 to exit the water first. Felix followed in 19:43, with Arthur Serrières (FRA) close behind at 19:50. On the 33K bike, Jens Emil Sloth Nielsen (DNK) charged to the front with the fastest split of 1:16:16, bridging up to the leaders and setting up a three-man battle into T2.
Felix reached transition with Jens Emil and used the 10.5K run to make his move, recording the fastest run of the day in 42:24 to secure the victory. Jens Emil finished second in 2:22:05, and Serrières, making his first XTERRA start of the year, took third in 2:24:16. “I started well in the swim, stayed with the front group, and on the bike I tried to follow the strongest riders,” said Felix. “When Jens Emil reached the front, I stayed with him to T2. On the run, I managed the first lap and attacked on the second climb. I’m really happy with my race and I always enjoy being here — the organization, the course, everything is great.” Full results from the Czech stop are available here.
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The fastest woman across the line was Lini Jauk (AUT, 30–34) in 3:07:13, adding another victory to her season after winning the XTERRA Austria Sprint Triathlon in July. This time she stepped up to the Full Distance in Prachatice and topped both her age group and the overall age group field. Another standout was Loren Ward (GBR, 35–39), who won her division at XTERRA Weston Park in May and placed second in her age group here. “It’s like a festival — the whole town seems to get behind the race,” she said. “There’s a mutual respect between people and a friendliness that’s very much my vibe.”
The first man across the line was Alberto Ferrero (ITA, 20–24) in 2:41:31. Winner of the XTERRA Croatia Mali Lošinj Full Distance Triathlon in May, he arrived in Prachatice ready to win again and did just that, topping both his division and the overall age group field. Another standout was Benoit Lalevée (FRA, 60–64), who claimed his age group victory here after also winning his division at XTERRA Nouvelle Aquitaine in June. “It’s my first race in the Czech Republic — I love the nature and the atmosphere. I’ve participated in the World Championship three times, with two wins and one second place,” he said. “I wanted to come to Prachatice because it’s the oldest race and very well-organized.” View full results here.
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The Sprint Triathlon (500m swim, 12K bike, 4K run) served as a qualifier for the XTERRA Youth World Championship next month in Trentino, Italy, and crowned Europe Triathlon’s Cross Triathlon Champions in the Junior (18–19) category. In the Junior female division, reigning XTERRA Youth B World Champion Mila Lantelme (FRA) stepped up an age group and won in 1:03:15, adding another title to her record and securing herself a wild card entry to the invite-only Short Track race. Her performance was so strong on Sunday’s live broadcast where she overtook several elite women, finishing fifth overall. “The landscape and trails are beautiful, and the MTB course was really good,” she said. Serena Bratti (ITA) placed second in 1:06:36, followed by Agathe Claude (FRA) in 1:07:06. In the Junior male division, Jakub Mařík (CZE) won in 54:37, just edging Matěj Homola (CZE) by two seconds, with Jakub Odehnal (CZE) third in 54:51. “The run was the hardest part today, but I pushed on the uphill and took the lead before the downhill,” Mařík said.
In the Youth B category, Vaclav Soula (CZE) won the male race in 57:12, ahead of Pietro Bellemo (ITA) in 58:09 and Antonin Michalek (CZE) in 59:25. “The course was challenging, but I liked the bike the most. I’ll definitely come again next year,” Soula said. Boróka Zilahy (HUN) topped the female race in 1:10:25, followed by Andela Brenkova (CZE) in 1:13:50 and Ema Kolenikova (SVK) in 1:15:34. “My swim was okay, my bike was really good, and I’m getting better on the run. I think XTERRA is like a big family. Everyone is kind. Everyone is just welcoming.” Zilahy said.
The Youth A Super Sprint Triathlon (200m swim, 6K bike, 2K run) rounded out the weekend for the 14–15 age group. Adam Šiška (CZE) won the male race in 22:43, with Linus Gasch (GER) second in 22:54 and Daniel Stránský (CZE) third. Daniela Beranová (CZE) took the female win in 26:02, just ahead of Valerie Chalupníková (CZE) in 26:12 and Tereza Hrazdilová (CZE) in 26:18.
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XTERRA Czech served as a European festival that combined the Europe Triathlon Championship with strong camaraderie, lively after-parties, a gala dinner and awards night, and the dedication of a committed volunteer team. The course featured reusable mesh along key sections, which reinforced the event’s sustainable approach. Sunday’s Short Track broadcast delivered close racing and sprint finishes to the line that kept fans engaged throughout, and the replay captures every moment. Highlights from the event can be found at xterraeurope.
The focus now turns to Germany for the XTERRA European Championship next weekend, with updates continuing on the World Cup page in the lead-up to one of the biggest back-to-back race weekends in XTERRA history.
The historic town of Prachatice welcomed athletes from around the globe from August 6–10 for Stop 6 of the 2025 XTERRA World Cup, held in conjunction with the Europe Triathlon Cross Triathlon and Duathlon Championship. Thousands of supporters, families, and friends filled the Great Square as the trails of Sumava National Park carried the action. Live music, local fare, and kids’ races kept the energy high, with the whole town embracing the XTERRA experience.
In Saturday’s Full Distance Triathlon, four-time Olympian and former world number one Barbara Riveros (CHL) returned to XTERRA to win the women’s race in 2:51:42. Felix Forissier (FRA) claimed the men’s title in 2:21:32. Lini Jauk (AUT, 30–34) was the fastest female age grouper in 3:07:13, while Alberto Ferrero (ITA, 20–24) led the men in 2:41:31.
The youth divisions also stood out, with current XTERRA Youth World Champion Mila Lantelme (FRA) along with Jakub Mařík (CZE) taking Junior (18–19) Sprint Triathlon wins, Boróka Zilahy (HUN) and Vaclav Soula (CZE) topping the Youth B (16–17) category, and Adam Šiška (CZE) and Daniela Beranová (CZE) winning the Youth A (14–15) Super Sprint.
Sunday’s Short Track race, broadcast live and now available to watch here, featured two must-see finishes. Hometown favorite Aneta Grabmüller (CZE) won the women’s race in a sprint to the line, and three-time XTERRA World Champion Arthur Serrières (FRA) surged from behind to take the men’s win in a race decided by seconds.
“Prachatice is home to the oldest event on the XTERRA circuit, a venue rich with off-road history and passion,” said Marc D’Hooge, President of Europe Triathlon. XTERRA first arrived in the Czech Republic in 2002 and is now in its 22nd edition. In 2019, Prachatice became the birthplace of XTERRA Short Track, a format designed to bring the action closer to fans and viewers. This year’s edition once again pushed the boundaries of coverage, with every part of the race captured from first-person drone angles to ground-level cameras, making it possible to follow the entire battle from start to finish in a way never before seen in off-road triathlon.
The Full Distance race took athletes on a point-to-point journey through the forests, hills, and historic heart of South Bohemia. It began with a 1.5K swim in the clear waters of Křišťanovický Lake, surrounded by trees and charged with energy from the crowds. The 33K bike course climbed old tank roads from the 1960s, cut through the singletrack of the Golden Salt Path forest, and descended on fast, flowing sections that rewarded precision.
The 10.5K trail run moved through open meadows and shaded woods before dropping into the cobblestone streets of Prachatice, where the finish in the Great Square was met with music, cheering, and the pride of a community that has made the event its own. “I'm pleased that a valuable partnership has developed in our town between an attractive sporting event and the equally attractive backdrop of hills and Renaissance architecture,” said Jan Bauer, Mayor of Prachatice.
Heading into Prachatice, Alizée Paties (FRA) led the XTERRA World Cup standings, but a stress fracture forced her to sit out the weekend, opening the door for Marta Menditto (ITA) to take over the series lead with 627 points. For full standings, visit the XTERRA World Cup page, and for complete results from the Czech stop, see here.
The women’s Full Distance race also marked the return of one of XTERRA’s all-time greats, Barbara Riveros (CHL). A four-time Olympian, 2016 Olympic fifth-place finisher, former world number one, and six-time XTERRA World Championship runner-up, Riveros brought her legendary career back to XTERRA competition.
Air temperatures reached 28°C, with the 1.5K swim in Křišťanovický Lake at 20°C. Isla Hedley (GBR) set the early pace, exiting first in 20:10, with Riveros close behind. “I tried to start near the front, but the first lap of the swim was fast,” she said. “I focused on staying efficient because I knew it was a long race.” On the 33K bike, hometown favorite Aneta Grabmüller (CZE) posted the fastest split at 1:34:21, while Riveros chose to push hard on the climbs and ride conservatively on the descents. “My tactic was to push on the hills and control the technical sections to avoid mistakes,” she explained.
Trailing by just over a minute into T2, Riveros closed steadily on the 10.5K run, clocking the day’s fastest split in 52:54 to finish in 2:51:42. Menditto crossed second in 2:54:10, the first European finisher and newly crowned 2025 Europe Triathlon Cross Triathlon Champion. Grabmüller held on for third in 2:56:10 in front of an energized home crowd. “The course is super unique, and being here reminds me of my early XTERRA days. It’s rejuvenating to be back,” said Riveros.
The reigning 2024 XTERRA World Cup champion, Felix Forissier (FRA), arrived in Prachatice chasing the overall lead held by his brother, Arthur Forissier. In Saturday’s Full Distance race, Felix delivered, winning in 2:21:32 while Arthur finished fifth. That result pulled the brothers into a tie at the top of the standings. The Short Track race the next day broke the deadlock, with Felix finishing third ahead of Arthur to take sole possession of the series lead with 628 points to Arthur’s 623. See complete World Cup standings here.
The 1.5K swim was led by Emil Billaut (FRA), who posted the fastest split of the day at 19:09 to exit the water first. Felix followed in 19:43, with Arthur Serrières (FRA) close behind at 19:50. On the 33K bike, Jens Emil Sloth Nielsen (DNK) charged to the front with the fastest split of 1:16:16, bridging up to the leaders and setting up a three-man battle into T2.
Felix reached transition with Jens Emil and used the 10.5K run to make his move, recording the fastest run of the day in 42:24 to secure the victory. Jens Emil finished second in 2:22:05, and Serrières, making his first XTERRA start of the year, took third in 2:24:16. “I started well in the swim, stayed with the front group, and on the bike I tried to follow the strongest riders,” said Felix. “When Jens Emil reached the front, I stayed with him to T2. On the run, I managed the first lap and attacked on the second climb. I’m really happy with my race and I always enjoy being here — the organization, the course, everything is great.” Full results from the Czech stop are available here.
The fastest woman across the line was Lini Jauk (AUT, 30–34) in 3:07:13, adding another victory to her season after winning the XTERRA Austria Sprint Triathlon in July. This time she stepped up to the Full Distance in Prachatice and topped both her age group and the overall age group field. Another standout was Loren Ward (GBR, 35–39), who won her division at XTERRA Weston Park in May and placed second in her age group here. “It’s like a festival — the whole town seems to get behind the race,” she said. “There’s a mutual respect between people and a friendliness that’s very much my vibe.”
The first man across the line was Alberto Ferrero (ITA, 20–24) in 2:41:31. Winner of the XTERRA Croatia Mali Lošinj Full Distance Triathlon in May, he arrived in Prachatice ready to win again and did just that, topping both his division and the overall age group field. Another standout was Benoit Lalevée (FRA, 60–64), who claimed his age group victory here after also winning his division at XTERRA Nouvelle Aquitaine in June. “It’s my first race in the Czech Republic — I love the nature and the atmosphere. I’ve participated in the World Championship three times, with two wins and one second place,” he said. “I wanted to come to Prachatice because it’s the oldest race and very well-organized.” View full results here.
The Sprint Triathlon (500m swim, 12K bike, 4K run) served as a qualifier for the XTERRA Youth World Championship next month in Trentino, Italy, and crowned Europe Triathlon’s Cross Triathlon Champions in the Junior (18–19) category. In the Junior female division, reigning XTERRA Youth B World Champion Mila Lantelme (FRA) stepped up an age group and won in 1:03:15, adding another title to her record and securing herself a wild card entry to the invite-only Short Track race. Her performance was so strong on Sunday’s live broadcast where she overtook several elite women, finishing fifth overall. “The landscape and trails are beautiful, and the MTB course was really good,” she said. Serena Bratti (ITA) placed second in 1:06:36, followed by Agathe Claude (FRA) in 1:07:06. In the Junior male division, Jakub Mařík (CZE) won in 54:37, just edging Matěj Homola (CZE) by two seconds, with Jakub Odehnal (CZE) third in 54:51. “The run was the hardest part today, but I pushed on the uphill and took the lead before the downhill,” Mařík said.
In the Youth B category, Vaclav Soula (CZE) won the male race in 57:12, ahead of Pietro Bellemo (ITA) in 58:09 and Antonin Michalek (CZE) in 59:25. “The course was challenging, but I liked the bike the most. I’ll definitely come again next year,” Soula said. Boróka Zilahy (HUN) topped the female race in 1:10:25, followed by Andela Brenkova (CZE) in 1:13:50 and Ema Kolenikova (SVK) in 1:15:34. “My swim was okay, my bike was really good, and I’m getting better on the run. I think XTERRA is like a big family. Everyone is kind. Everyone is just welcoming.” Zilahy said.
The Youth A Super Sprint Triathlon (200m swim, 6K bike, 2K run) rounded out the weekend for the 14–15 age group. Adam Šiška (CZE) won the male race in 22:43, with Linus Gasch (GER) second in 22:54 and Daniel Stránský (CZE) third. Daniela Beranová (CZE) took the female win in 26:02, just ahead of Valerie Chalupníková (CZE) in 26:12 and Tereza Hrazdilová (CZE) in 26:18.
XTERRA Czech served as a European festival that combined the Europe Triathlon Championship with strong camaraderie, lively after-parties, a gala dinner and awards night, and the dedication of a committed volunteer team. The course featured reusable mesh along key sections, which reinforced the event’s sustainable approach. Sunday’s Short Track broadcast delivered close racing and sprint finishes to the line that kept fans engaged throughout, and the replay captures every moment. Highlights from the event can be found at xterraeurope.
The focus now turns to Germany for the XTERRA European Championship next weekend, with updates continuing on the World Cup page in the lead-up to one of the biggest back-to-back race weekends in XTERRA history.
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