At just 21 years old, Puck Pieterse has established herself as the best female cyclist in the world at her age, excelling in cyclocross, mountain biking, and road racing. Her relentless competitive spirit and incredible versatility make her one of the most exciting talents in women’s cycling today.
A Cyclocross Sensation
Pieterse has been nearly untouchable in cyclocross, securing seven World Cup wins and a Dutch national title. Her dominance in the discipline proves she is a force to be reckoned with on the toughest terrain.
Mountain Bike Powerhouse
Her achievements extend beyond the mud and into the mountains. Pieterse’s mountain biking résumé includes:
Dutch Junior XCO Champion (2020)
European Under-23 Champion (2022)
World Cup Winner in Leogang (2022)
Podium finishes at the XCO and XCC World Championships (2023)
Road Racing Excellence
Pieterse’s transition to road racing has been just as impressive. In 2024, she won Stage 4 of the Tour de France Femmes, claiming the prestigious white jersey for best young rider. She also finished third at the Ronde van Drenthe, Trofeo Alfredo Binda, and the UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships—a testament to her all-around ability.
A Bright Future with Fenix-Deceuninck
Currently signed to a long-term contract with Fenix-Deceuninck, Pieterse is poised to continue her dominance across multiple cycling disciplines. Her ability to compete at the highest level in mountain biking, cyclocross, and road racing places her among the elite, alongside stars like Demi Vollering, Elisa Longo Borghini, and Lotte Kopecky.
With national titles, European championships, and World Cup victories already to her name, Puck Pieterse is not just a rising star she is already one of the best female cyclists in the world. And at her young age, the best is yet to come.