STUTTGART: The world's most successful mountain biker of recent years, Nino Schurter, is the new brand ambassador for the Mercedes-Benz X-Class.

Schurter is the first mountain biker ever to have won six world championships, while he also took gold at the 2016 Olympic Games.

As of 2018, Mercedes-Benz Vans is the title sponsor of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup and the presenting sponsor of the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships

Ten races on three continents, followed by millions around the world – the 2018 Mercedes-Benz UCI Mountain Bike World Cup got under way at the beginning of March.

"The X-Class is a terrific vehicle", says Schurter. "Not only does the loading area offer enough space for my mountain bikes - the pickup is also great for reaching unknown trails in the mountains. Together with the cool design and the comfort, the X-Class is the prime choice for me – both in my sporting career and in private."

The 31-year-old Swiss cyclist has countless junior titles to his name, as well as an excellent track record in U23 races at international level. He has taken part in three Olympics, winning bronze, silver and gold. Schurter became a mountain biking legend by winning the world championship six times between 2009 and 2017.

"Nino Schurter is a towering figure in mountain biking – an up-and-coming international sport that is enjoying growing popularity. Our pickup fits in perfectly here.

"The X-Class cuts a fine figure both on- and off-road, offers a large stowage area for sports equipment and appeals to people who actively pursue sports and recreational activities all over the world," says Sonja Schneemann, Head of Marketing Communications and Operations, Mercedes-Benz Vans.

 

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