Brandon McNulty Wins World Championships Road Race, First American Since 1993
Brandon McNulty became the first American cyclist to win the men's road race at the world championships since Lance Armstrong in 1993.
Evansville, IN, September 28, 2026 — Brandon McNulty has secured a historic victory, becoming the first American cyclist to win the elite men’s road race at the UCI Cycling World Championships. His win marks a significant moment in American cycling history, achieving a feat not accomplished by an American rider in 30 years.
McNulty crossed the finish line to claim the prestigious title, adding his name to the list of cycling champions. The last American to achieve this specific victory was Lance Armstrong, who won the men’s road race at the world championships in 1993. McNulty’s performance this year breaks a long-standing drought for American men in this particular event.
The men’s road race is considered one of the most challenging and prestigious events in professional cycling, often covering extensive distances and varied terrain, culminating in a test of endurance, strategy, and tactical racing. Winning the world championship title requires a rider to outperform a global field of elite competitors.
McNulty’s victory is a notable achievement for him and the U.S. cycling community, highlighting a resurgence or notable performance in a key international competition. The significance of the win is amplified by its historical context, drawing a direct parallel to Armstrong’s 1993 triumph, an event that occurred three decades prior.
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