PODIUM PREDICTIONS

MEN’S

1. Loïc Bruni – The French rider always come out swinging, is at home on loose ground and can sprint too, as shown at the World’s.

2. Aaron Gwin – Never count this man out. The American can win on any track and on any day.

3. Jack Moir – The lanky Aussie’s been cleaning up Down Under and his 29er will flatten the rocks.

4. Greg Minnaar – Incredible at carrying speed, the GOAT seems to have no weaknesses when it comes to race tracks.

5. Danny Hart – On a new team this year, the Redcar Rocket is on form and ready to launch.

WOMEN’S

1. Rachel Atherton – Sidelined by injury last year, Rach is still the greatest racer of her generation.

2. Tahnée Seagrave – Still on the rise, Tahnée seems to get quicker every year.

3. Katy Curd – After a year off, the former 4X world champ is back on a new team (Specialized UK) and nipping at Tahnée’s heels.

4. Myriam Nicole – Winning the 2017 series proved that ‘Pompon’ isn’t only fast, but consistent too.

5. Miranda Miller – After tasting victory at the World Champs, the Canadian will be hungry for more. ‘