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The free virtual cycling platform MyWhoosh celebrated the conclusion of the second edition of the MyWhoosh Championships, its flagship esports event. This competition, the most challenging in the history of virtual cycling, marked a major turning point in the world of cycling esports.
Bringing together over 650 qualified riders from 47 countries, the MyWhoosh Championships 2025 took place over seven intense stages spread across eight days. Participants collectively covered more than 200,000 km and accumulated over 6,000 hours of pedaling on the platform, demonstrating the scale and commitment of this global community.
2025 Champions: Michael Vink and Mary Kate McCarthy at the Top
In the men’s category (Cat-1), New Zealander Michael Vink, a former UAE Team Emirates rider, won the general classification after a fierce battle that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the final stage. Germany’s Jason Osborne finished a close second, followed by China’s Yunfie Wu in third position.
In the women’s category (Cat-1), New Zealander Mary Kate McCarthy dominated the competition from the fourth stage, opening up a decisive gap to secure the victory. She finished ahead of Brazil’s Gabriella Guerra and Sweden’s Camila Ahlberg, who completed the podium.
Awards and Distinctions
The Cat-1 podium finishers were awarded prizes of $12,000, $10,000, and $9,000 respectively, with bonuses awarded to the top 10 riders and the top 7 teams. Beyond the general classifications, several distinctions marked the event:
King/Queen of the Mountains (KOM/QOM): Jason Osborne (87 points) and Mary Kate McCarthy (64 points) excelled in the climbs, winning the prestigious KOM and QOM jerseys.
Sprint: Michael Vink (102 points) dominated the men’s category, while Sweden’s Mika Söderström won the women’s classification with 82 points.
Masters (45+): Neal Fryett (USA) and Amelia Van Hove (Belgium) shone with their experience and tenacity.
Youth: Hayden Pucker (USA) and Kamila Mroz (Poland) distinguished themselves among the new generation, winning the Youth jerseys.
A Record Prize Pool and Exclusive Rewards
The event offered a total prize pool of $1 million, distributed equally between the men’s and women’s competitions across six categories. In addition to individual prizes, bonuses were awarded for team classifications and distinctive jerseys. Every rider who completed the competition will receive an exclusive MyWhoosh Championships kit, valued at $500, in recognition of their participation in this elite event.
An Event Redefining Virtual Cycling
The MyWhoosh Championships 2025 not only highlighted exceptional talent but also strengthened MyWhoosh’s position as a leader in cycling esports. With global participation and impressive performances, this event sets a new standard for virtual competitions.
For more details on the results, visit MyWhooshinfo.com.
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