Inside Cyclocross #49 - Katie Clouse announces retirement

The top U.S. finisher at the 2025 Women's Elite World Championships retires from cyclocross, citing limited financial viability. She leaves the sport in good spirits and plans to pursue medical school

Katie Clouse Retires From Cyclocross

After eight seasons at the top of the U.S. women’s scene, Katie Clouse won’t be on the start line of any races this upcoming season. The 24-year-old has decided to retire from the sport shortly after achieving a career-best 13th place at last season’s World Championships in Liévin. Clouse, who raced for Steve Tilford …