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Avancini Effect
The man who put Brazil on the mountain bike map
A true trailblazer, Henrique Avancini has dedicated his life to cross-country mountain biking. Along the way, he's become one of the biggest heroes Brazilian sports has ever seen.
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Season 1
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Avancini Effect S1E1
Learn how Henrique Avancini, the first mountain biker to leave Brazil, earned the number 1 spot in the world.
15 min
Back home
Avancini Effect S1E2
After a complicated season, Henrique Avancini realises a dream: to compete in a World Cup stage in Brazil.
16 min
A major rival
Avancini Effect S1E3
Learn the story of Henrique Avancini's rivalry with fellow mountain bike rider Nino Schurter.
16 min
Under pressure
Avancini Effect S1E4
In an explosive short track race, Henrique faces the pressure of competing in front of his home crowd.
14 min
The big moment
Avancini Effect S1E5
Henrique reflects after a disappointing cross-country result at Petrópolis, Brazil – his home ground.
16 min
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