The UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup is a season-long competition in cyclo-cross, organised by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). First held in the 1993–1994 season, there are currently four editions, tailored to the different categories of riders: elite men, U23 men, junior men and elite women.
The World Cup is not to be confused with the World Championship, also organized by the UCI, which is a one day race that awards the winner with a rainbow jersey to be worn in every race till the next World Championship. Typically the World Championships are held a week or two after the end of the World Cup.
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