The Porsche Experience Centre Leipzig has opened its circuit to a cycle race for the first time. On 18 July 2026, cyclists took to the track where sports cars usually do their laps. The event brought 450 participants from three countries to Leipzig.
Winner of the Velofondo 9h11
Lars Brödner and Lars Meseberg from Team Mobil Krankenkasse Cycling dominated the overall standings. Having completed 75 laps, they covered the longest distance of the day and secured their maiden victory. In doing so, they covered around 277 kilometres on the race circuit. Markus Eisner and Philipp Dubyk from Team Die Laktat verrückten clocked the fastest single lap of the event. Their time of 6:43.2 minutes remained unmatched that day. The circuit is a 3.7 km loop. The circuit, located on the grounds of the Porsche factory in Leipzig, features eleven bends inspired by the world of motorsport.
Velofondo rankings
The event was divided into three categories. In the women’s category, the Qwitek Team clocked the fastest lap. In the mixed category, Team The Rookies, comprising Sophie Espig and Thomas Espig, came out on top. The full list of results, including all lap times and placings, is available at velofondo9h11.maximalpuls.com/results.
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Outlook and upcoming events
A new edition of the Velofondo 9h11 is planned, although the dates have not yet been finalised. The next event in the series will take place on 5 and 6 September 2026: the Velofondo Bike Festival at the Dekra Lausitzring in Schipkau. The flat circuit measures 11.2 kilometres. Registrations can be made at velofondo24h.maximalpuls.com.
