The 2026 Track Cycling World Championships are scheduled for Shanghai from 14 to 18 October. World Cup rounds in Perth, Hong Kong and Nilai formed part of the season’s road towards this autumn event. For spectators, it is a chance to discover a discipline whose rhythm can change within a few laps.
Track world championship history began in Chicago in 1893. Shanghai will become the first Chinese city to host the Elite Track World Championships. Racing will take place on a modern 250-metre wooden track, continuing an old sporting tradition in an arena built for speed.
To follow the championships, choose one sprint and one endurance event and read their formats before racing starts. That makes the tactics easier to notice alongside the speed. Check session times and available broadcasts closer to the competition so your viewing plans match the current programme.