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Valley Preferred Cycling Center Releases Race Schedules for Three International UCI C2 Events This June<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breinigsville, PA<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The Valley Preferred Cycling Center (VPCC), America\u2019s premier outdoor velodrome, proudly announces the official race schedules for its three upcoming\u00a0UCI Class 2 (C2) track cycling events<\/strong>. As part of the acclaimed\u00a0Friday Nights Under the Lights<\/strong>\u00a0series, these events not only deliver thrilling racing action but also offer athletes the opportunity to earn valuable\u00a0UCI points<\/strong>, critical for international rankings and Olympic qualification. Athlete commitments for these high-profile events will be announced shortly.<\/p>\n

What is a UCI C2 Event?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Organized under the authority of the\u00a0Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 the global governing body for cycling \u2014 C2 events represent a recognized level of\u00a0international competition<\/strong>. While a step below C1 in classification, C2 events still attract elite cyclists from across the globe and provide a meaningful pathway for athletes to collect\u00a0UCI points<\/strong>, which are essential for world rankings, team selections, and entry into higher-level international events.<\/p>\n

The 2025 VPCC UCI C2 Race Lineup:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Festival of Speed \u2013 Friday, June 13 | 7:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

The UCI series in T-town kicks off with a fast-paced night of Keirin rounds, Elimination races, and the Flying 1 Mile. Riders will go head-to-head in high-stakes contests that set the tone for the UCI series.<\/p>\n

Download the Event Race Schedule:\u00a0thevelodrome.com\/uci-1<\/a><\/p>\n

Mike Walter Madison \u2013 Friday, June 20 | 7:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

Named in honor of beloved VPCC figure Mike Walter, this event showcases the strategic and chaotic energy of the Madison, alongside the Becky Quinn Points Race, Keirin finals, and Scratch races. With UCI points on the line, each event carries weight for riders aiming to climb the international rankings.<\/p>\n

Download the Event Race Schedule:\u00a0thevelodrome.com\/uci-2<\/a><\/p>\n

Fastest Man & Woman on Wheels \u2013 Friday, June 27 | Qualifying 9:00 AM | Finals 7:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

This dual-session event features morning qualifiers and evening finals packed with world-class sprinting and tactical endurance events like the Win & Out and Miss & Out. Athletes will race not just for glory but for critical\u00a0UCI ranking points<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Download the Event Race Schedule:\u00a0thevelodrome.com\/uci-3<\/a><\/p>\n

Why UCI Points Matter<\/strong><\/p>\n

UCI points earned at these C2 events contribute directly to an athlete\u2019s global ranking, which influences:<\/p>\n