Cirque Series Reaches the Halfway Point at Alta
August 17, 2026
At a Glance: The 2026 Cirque Series officially reached its halfway point Saturday at Alta, Utah, where sunshine, cool mountain breezes, and a climb to the top of Mt. Baldy set the stage for another spectacular day of mountain racing. Hawk Call broke the one-hour mark to win the Men's Pro division, Alexa Aragon defended her Alta title, and Nature's Sunshine Mountain Team athlete Jamie Brusa continued her impressive season with another podium finish.
Photos by Jim Sparkman
HALFWAY THROUGH AN INCREDIBLE SEASON
Just like that, the 2026 Cirque Series is officially halfway through.
On Saturday, August 15, mountain runners gathered at Alta for another unforgettable day in Utah's Wasatch Mountains. The finish-line festival came together outside Goldminer's Daughter, the perfect basecamp for athletes and spectators alike.
And the mountains delivered.
Sunshine filled the sky while cool alpine breezes offered welcome relief along the trail. From Alta's iconic slopes, athletes climbed toward the summit of Mt. Baldy before charging back toward a finish line filled with music, cheers, and the unmistakable energy of the Cirque Series community.
With half of the season now complete, the championship picture is taking shape—and the competition isn't slowing down.
ANOTHER PODIUM FOR THE MOUNTAIN TEAM
Nature's Sunshine Mountain Team athlete Jamie Brusa continued her impressive 2026 Cirque Series campaign at Alta, earning another spot on the Women's Pro podium.
