Diverse Global Roster
The LifeTime Grand Prix is gearing up for an exhilarating 2025 season with a diverse lineup, featuring athletes from 12 countries. This year’s roster includes both seasoned competitors and emerging international talent, promising to shake up the elite off-road cycling scene.
Revised Participation Structure
The competition will feature a total of 50 athletes—25 men and 25 women—down from 60 last year. The selection also includes 6 Wild Card spots (3 for men and 3 for women), which will be announced following the second event of the season. This streamlined roster aims to heighten the competitive atmosphere throughout the series.
Iconic Event Line-Up
The 2025 season will showcase 6 iconic events, a reduction from the previous 7 but still offering thrilling challenges for competitors. Athletes will have one drop race, allowing them flexibility within their racing schedules.
Men’s Roster Highlights
Defending champion Keegan Swenson leads a strong men’s field that includes contenders like Matthew Beers and Payson McElveen. International participants such as Mattia De Marchi from Italy and Lawrence Naesen from Belgium bring even more prestige to the lineup. See below for the full list of male competitors:
| Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Matthew Beers | South Africa |
| John Borstelmann | USA |
| Zach Calton | USA |
| Hugo Drechou | France |
| Griffin Easter | USA |
| Sean Fincham | Canada |
| Russell Finsterwald | USA |
| Tsgabu Grmay | Ethiopia |
| Howard Grotts | USA |
| Finn Gullickson | USA |
| Dylan Johnson | USA |
| Brendan Johnston | Australia |
| Bradyn Lange | USA |
| Payson McElveen | USA |
| Mattia De Marchi | Italy |
| Lawrence Naesen | Belgium |
| Simon Pellaud | Switzerland |
| Cole Paton | USA |
| Torbjørn Andre Røed | Norway |
| Keegan Swenson | USA |
| Alexey Vermeulen | USA |
| Alex Wild | USA |
Women’s Roster Highlights
Sofia Gomez Villafañe, the reigning champion, returns to defend her title, supported by a talented group of top finishers from the previous year. Noteworthy newcomers include Cécile Lejeune from France and Annabel Fisher from the UK. The following table lists the female competitors:
| Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Crystal Anthony | USA |
| Ellen Campbell | USA |
| Lauren De Crescenzo | USA |
| Cecily Decker | USA |
| Axelle Dubau-Prévot | France |
| Annabel Fisher | Great Britain |
| Sofia Gomez Villafañe | Argentina |
| Stella Hobbs | USA |
| Erin Huck | USA |
| Sarah Lange | USA |
| Cécile Lejeune | France |
| Deanna Mayles | USA |
| Paige Onweller | USA |
| Hannah Otto | USA |
| Hayley Preen | South Africa |
| Jenna Rinehart | USA |
| Melisa Rollins | USA |
| Samara Sheppard | New Zealand |
| Courtney Sherwell | Australia |
| Alexis Skarda | USA |
| Haley Smith | Canada |
| Michaela Thompson | USA |
WildCard Selections to Keep It Dynamic
Three wild card spots for both men and women will be awarded after the Sea Otter Classic Gravel and UNBOUND Gravel events. These selections will maintain excitement and unpredictability leading into the start of the series.
Anticipation Builds
With a fresh lineup and exciting changes in the format, the 2025 LifeTime Grand Prix promises to elevate the competition. Athletes from around the globe prepare to showcase their skills and compete for glory in one of cycling’s premier events.
