Josh Harris Shines at the 2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships

Over the weekend, Australian cyclist Josh Harris lined up against the best in the world at the 2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships in Abu Dhabi. In a field stacked with elite esports specialists and experienced international pros, Josh delivered a performance that firmly announced his place on the world stage.

Racing the Best in the World

The UCI Cycling Esports World Championships bring together a unique mix of outdoor racers and indoor specialists. Short, explosive races, tight time gaps and tactical use of power-ups mean that every second and every surge counts.

Across the championship format, Josh showed the traits that have become his trademark: composure under pressure, smart positioning and the ability to produce big power when it matters most. Against a world-class field, he battled through the rounds and finished 14th overall, a result that underlines just how competitive he is on the international scene.

Precision, Preparation and Esports Racing

Esports racing rewards athletes who can combine physical strength with attention to detail. From pacing and equipment setup to fuelling and race-day strategy, there is very little room for error. Josh’s ride at the World Championships was the product of months of focused preparation, countless hours on the trainer and a deep understanding of how to race on the virtual platform.

Whether it’s handling repeated high-power efforts, reading the bunch, or timing a sprint to perfection, his performance showed exactly why he continues to be selected to represent Australia in this fast-growing discipline.

Flying the Flag for Australia

Pulling on the green and gold is always special, and Josh did Australia proud. His result places him amongst the strongest esports riders in the world and continues the momentum for Australian athletes in this space. For younger riders and local racers watching from home, his journey is a clear example of what dedication to both indoor and outdoor cycling can achieve.

Looking Ahead

With the World Championships now behind him, attention quickly turns to the next goals on the calendar. More international esports events and national team opportunities are all on the horizon. If his performance in Abu Dhabi is anything to go by, there is a lot more to come from Josh Harris in the years ahead.

Josh is proud to represent his sponsors and supporters, including his bike shop Mackay Cycles, as he continues to race and inspire riders both online and on the road.