The decision was taken on Wednesday at the International Cycling Union (UCI) Congress in Montreal. The awarding of the World Championships to Valmiera is a huge event not only for the cycling community, and it was facilitated by Latvia’s long-standing successes in BMX over many years, as well as its strong representation at various international competitions, emphasised Markss.

“It is truly a mark of recognition that, in 2030, we will finally be able to welcome the world’s best BMX...