Cami Nogueira Withdrew From Red Bull Rampage Finals
The rider sustained broken bones after crashing during practice on The Minister feature.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Extreme Sports
Professional mountain biker Cami Nogueira has withdrawn from the Red Bull Rampage finals. She suffered broken bones after overshooting the landing on The Minister drop during a practice session.
Why it matters
The crash forces Nogueira out of contention at one of the sport's most challenging events. Her absence follows a successful 2025 campaign where she placed fourth and earned the competition's Toughness Award.
Nogueira achieved a fourth place finish in the 2025 competition and received the event's Toughness Award. Her performance history includes a dislocated elbow in 2025 and a broken nose in 2024.
The players
Cami Nogueira
She is a professional mountain biker who has become a prominent competitor at the annual Red Bull Rampage event.
The details
Nogueira was navigating the course when she overshot the landing on The Minister, a notable feature at the Red Bull Rampage site. The incident resulted in multiple broken bones, necessitating her withdrawal from the upcoming finals.
Timeline
In 2024, Cami Nogueira broke her nose.
During the 2025 event, Cami Nogueira dislocated her elbow.
On October 5, 2026, Cami Nogueira crashed during practice.
Season Trajectory
This withdrawal significantly alters the competitive field at Red Bull Rampage after Nogueira proved to be a top contender in previous years. Her absence removes a key athlete who had consistently pushed the limits of the course in recent seasons.
The withdrawal removes a top-five finisher from the 2025 rankings, fundamentally shifting the scoring dynamics for the remaining field. Spectators and fantasy participants should note that the athlete will not be eligible to defend her previous standing in this year's final standings.
The takeaway
Mountain biking at this level requires immense physical sacrifice, as demonstrated by the injuries sustained by even the most experienced athletes. Riders must balance the drive for top-tier performance against the high risk of catastrophic crashes on technical terrain.
Further reading
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