Estonian mountain biking champion Janika Lõiv placed 17th at the World Championships in Val di Sole, Italy, facing a challenging race. Her performance was hampered by a mechanical failure with her gears during the competition. Despite the setback, Lõiv persevered and completed the course. The race was described as particularly gruelling, testing the endurance of all competitors. While a top-20 finish is respectable, the gear issue likely impacted her potential for a higher ranking. This result marks a strong showing for the Estonian champion on the world stage.