The World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) has officially approved its 2026–2030 Strategy, setting a clear direction to further develop the sport and expand its global reach in the coming years.

The new strategy is a result of extensive discussion within the Council as well as consultation with key industry stakeholders and was formally approved at the most recent WMRA Council meeting on 1^st April 2026.

Here you can access the official WMRA Strategy 2026–2030 document.

The World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) has confirmed the return of the World Cup to China in 2026, with Beijing’s Changping District set to host one of the most visually striking and internationally significant stops on the calendar.

The WMRA Mountain Running World Cup 2026 brings together a truly global calendar, spanning 10 events in 10 countries across four continents, and comprising 16 races across the three recognised mountain running disciplines: Uphill, Classic Up & Down, and Long Distance.