Max Teague Crowned U15 Australian MTB National Champion

Local rider Max Teague has achieved outstanding success at the 2026 GWM Mountain Bike National Championships held in Mt Buller, Victoria.

Set against stunning landscapes, the Championships delivered five days of elite racing across Downhill, Cross Country Olympic, Short Track and Team Relay disciplines.

Max excelled and delivered a standout performance across multiple events, beginning with a dominant ride in the Junior Team Relay (XCR), where his team secured victory in convincing fashion.

He backed this up with an exceptional performance in the U15 Men’s Short Course Cross Country (XCC), where he claimed the win and earned the title of Australian National Champion.

Max next competed in the U15 Men’s Olympic Cross Country (XCO) event, taking home the silver with an excellent performance, making the Mackay & District MTB Club proud.

Max’s journey into cycling began at an early age in Germany, where his love for speed and adventure was born. Over the years, that passion evolved into a serious dedication to racing, as he developed a deep love for the challenges and thrills that come with competing at a high level.

Looking ahead, Max dreams big—he’d love to win gold at the 2032 Olympics in XC MTB.

According to sponsors Mackay Cycles: “With his dedication and relentless drive, there’s no telling how far he’ll go.”

“We recognise the dedication, preparation and support behind Max’s success, including his family, coaches and the broader cycling community,” they shared.

“His achievements reflect the strength of junior cycling development and the growing presence of regional athletes on the national stage.”

1 – Max claims the win in the U15 XCC event.
2 – The team secured victory in the Junior Team Relay.

3- Max takes to the podium.

4 – The U15 winner crosses the finish line