Chapter 14: Daniela Campos dominates National Track Championship in Portugal

January 28, 2026

Portuguese track cycling star Daniela Campos delivered a dominant performance at the 2026 Portuguese National Track Championships to secure four national titles in elite women’s competition. The Algarve rider reinforced her status as one of Portugal’s top track cyclists by winning every event she entered at the Velódromo Nacional in Sangalhos.

Complete Sweep in Elite Women’s Events

Campos started strong on the opening day of competition by taking the Omnium title, establishing herself as the woman to beat across multiple disciplines. She followed this with gold medals in the Elimination race and Scratch race, showing tactical skill and raw speed against the strongest competitors in the nation. These three victories set the stage for her overall success.

Her fourth and final title came with victory in the Points race, completing a clean sweep of the elite women’s track events and underlining her versatility across sprint and endurance formats.

Why This Win Matters

Campos’s fourth title at the national track championships doesn’t just add to her growing list of domestic honors. It also highlights her consistency and progression in a competitive field. Dominating across multiple track disciplines elevates her profile for international track events and strengthens her position as a cornerstone of Portuguese cycling.

Spotlight on Performance

Omnium Champion – Gold medal in multi-discipline event.
Elimination Race Winner – Tactical brilliance to outpace rivals.
Scratch Race Champion – Powerful sprint finish for top national honors.
Points Race Gold – Final title to complete the championship sweep.

Next Stop: European Championships

Following her dominant performance at the national championships, Daniela Campos has been selected to represent Portugal at the European Track Cycling Championships, taking place in Konya from 1 to 5 February. The selection rewards her consistency and confirms her place among Portugal’s leading track athletes as she steps onto the European stage against the continent’s strongest riders.

Legacy and Future Goals

At just 23, Daniela Campos continues to build an impressive track record on both road and track. Already a multiple national road champion and successful competitor at major events earlier in her career, this clean sweep at the track championships adds another level to her résumé and sets the tone for a strong 2026 season ahead.

Tested in Competition

During this title-winning performance, Daniela Campos raced wearing the Ventus PRO Bib Shorts Ultralite, relying on it throughout multiple high-intensity track events. From explosive accelerations to sustained efforts, the bib short delivered stability, comfort, and freedom of movement under championship-level pressure. This was not a photoshoot choice. It was race equipment, used at full speed, on the national stage.