Athlete spotlight: Oliver Grande’s success on the dirt

It’s been a big year for Oliver Grande, taking out the overall U19 title in the 2026 AusCycling XCO National Series. Oliver contested all 10 rounds, putting together a strong campaign to secure the series win.

August brought another exciting milestone as Oliver made his mountain bike World Championships debut in Val di Sole, Italy. Representing Australia, he finished 107th in the junior XCO - a huge milestone worth celebrating and a valuable opportunity to gain experience on the world stage.

Oliver races for us aboard the new Scott Spark RC, with support from both ACT Bike Superstore and Scott Sports Australia. We’re proud to be part of his journey, from racing at home to lining up against international competition.

Congratulations on a fantastic 2026, Oliver - we’re looking forward to seeing you back between the tape!