Friedrich goes gold again: German Keirin title for the champion!

Friedrich goes gold again: German Keirin title for the champion!

What a day for cycling in Germany! On July 5, 2025, the talented Lea Sophie Friedrich regained the Keirin championship title, after a long dry spell since 2019. At the 138th German Track Cycling Championships, which took place in Dudenhofen, Rhineland-Palatinate, she showed her skills in an impressive performance. Friedrich clearly prevailed in the final against her fellow competitors Alessa-Catriona Pröpster and Anastasia Kuniß and left no doubt about her class. This championship was not just a simple competition for them, but a big comeback that was watched with excitement by many.

The championships, which have been held since 1884 and are continuing a long tradition this year, also brought other exciting results. Maximilian Dörnbach shone and was able to win two titles: he secured victory in the 1,000 meters and triumphed in the sprint. In the sprint final, Dörnbach beat last year's champion Luca Spiegel 2-0 and won his gold medal for the fourth time in his career, having already won in 2018, 2019 and 2023. Nik Schröter from Cottbus grabbed the bronze medal in the sprint and thus completed the podium.

The path to championship

Lea Sophie Friedrich's success is particularly notable as she has not been able to win a national title in keirin since 2019. Now she can proudly call herself a two-time Keirin world champion and with this victory she has regained her place at the top of German cycling. The fans were thrilled as she entered the track and the spectators cheered as she crossed the finish line.

The German Track Cycling Championships are an important event that encompasses various cycling disciplines. The format has evolved significantly since it was first held in 1884. While the championships were originally divided into professional and amateur, since 1993 there has only been an elite category. In addition, the championship program was continually adapted to the current demands of cycling.

• Lea Sophie Friedrich: Meisterin im Keirin (2019)
• Maximilian Dörnbach: Titel über 1.000 Meter und im Sprint
• Bronze im Sprint: Nik Schröter aus Cottbus

These championships are not only a platform for the best athletes, but also an important event where the next generation of talent is discovered. From students to masters, the sport features a variety of categories and brilliant performances that show how vibrant cycling is in Germany.

Lea Sophie Friedrichs and Maximilian Dörnbach's impressive results at the 138th German Championships were certainly not the last highlight of the year in cycling. It remains to be seen how athletes and talent promotion will develop in the coming years and whether we will be able to experience many more such exciting competitions. Continue to get the latest news from the world of cycling and keep your finger on the pulse of what's happening!