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American Criterium Cup Returns in 2026 with $140K Prize

12/3/2025

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The American Criterium Cup will return for its fifth year in 2026, featuring six races across the central United States.
The season begins with the Saint Francis Tulsa Tough on June 6 and concludes in St. Louis on September 6.
A total prize purse of $140,000 will be evenly distributed between male and female competitors.
Four events will be live-streamed on YouTube.
Maurice Ballerstedt, the men's title holder, will return to WorldTour racing, while women's champion Aline Seitz seeks consistent performance.

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The American Criterium Cup will return for its fifth year in 2026, featuring six races across the central United States.
The season begins with the Saint Francis Tulsa Tough on June 6 and concludes in St. Louis on September 6.
A total prize purse of $140,000 will be evenly distributed between male and female competitors.
Four events will be live-streamed on YouTube.
Maurice Ballerstedt, the men's title holder, will return to WorldTour racing, while women's champion Aline Seitz seeks consistent performance.