GFNY debuts in Aguascalientes, Mexico this Sunday

March 19, 2026

Riders will tackle the striking desert landscapes

New York City, March 19, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The global GFNY series continues its expansion in Mexico this Sunday with the inaugural GFNY Aguascalientes, where riders will take on a demanding course through the striking desert landscapes surrounding the city. The competitive long distance covers 144.8 km with 1,511 meters of climbing, featuring rolling terrain and four notable ascents in the foothills of the Cerro del Muerto mountain range.

“Mexico has been one of the key markets for GFNY for over a decade, and we’re excited to add Aguascalientes to our calendar,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “Aguascalientes offers exactly the kind of terrain GFNY riders love: tough climbs, open roads and spectacular desert scenery. For GFNY, ‘Aguas’ is almost a homecoming because several of our key staff live and ride here. And from what they tell me, the course is even harder than it looks on paper. There will be no hiding in the peloton.”

Race week activities will be hosted at the Centro de Convenciones de la Isla San Marcos, including packet pickup, the GFNY Expo and a group ride with professional riders on Saturday at 7 a.m.

Riders will face a course featuring rolling hills and four notable climbs set against the impressive backdrop of the Cerro del Muerto mountain range. The highlight is the 5 km El Ocote ascent, a demanding climb that rewards riders with sweeping views of the surrounding rock formations and desert scenery.

Riders doing the non-competitive Medium distance will complete one lap of the course totaling 78 km with 803 meters of climbing. With its varied terrain and scenic landscapes, GFNY Aguascalientes promises an exciting and memorable experience for riders of all levels.

Website: aguascalientes.gfny.com

About GFNY

GFNY is an international cycling organization that designs, owns, and operates a structured system of races worldwide. Its competitive hierarchy connects GFNY races with National and Continental Championships, culminating in the GFNY World Championship in New York City. This progression is known as the GFNY Road to NYC.

GFNY events feature fully timed racing with age-group competition and are open to a wide range of riders, combining competitive structure with accessible participation. GFNY operates its own integrated registration, results, and ranking system, maintaining direct relationships with participants across all events. While road cycling is its foundation, GFNY also operates select events in gravel, mountain bike, and running within the same competitive framework.

Website: gfny.com

About the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City

The Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is GFNY’s flagship event and the final stage of the GFNY Course to NYC. Held annually on a challenging road course in and around New York City, it brings together riders from more than 90 countries.

Website: nyc.gfny.com

GFNY Pro Series

The GFNY Pro Series is GFNY’s professional racing platform, built around an integrated Pro–Am format in which UCI-sanctioned professional races are held on the same courses and weekends as GFNY mass-participation events. The format was pioneered at Gran Premio New York City and is expanding selectively to additional locations, including Gran Premio Cozumel, subject to UCI approval.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Aguascalientes Video: here

GFNY Press Images: here

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme, uli@gfny.com

Caroline Lindsay, caroline@gfny.com