Toni Bou extends X-Trial lead in Montpellier
By Press Release on 14th Jan 18
The second round of the X-Trial World Championship held at the Sud de France Arena in Montpellier was a productive one for Repsol Hondas Toni Bou who made off with an important victory that consolidates his position at the head of the championship table.
Bou, playing to a packed house, ignored some physical ailments, principally affecting his arms, to win in the final face-to-face with Adam Raga. Bou was the strongest in the first qualifying round.
In round two, in spite of a few mistakes, Bou finished with a two and four point advantage. The final meant a showdown with archrival Adam Raga, who he was able to defeat with a five-point advantage.
Bou now comfortably leads the championship table with 40 points, 13 more than second-placed Raga.
The night also saw the first podium of the season for new Beta recruit, James Dabill. Dabill was the best-scoring non-qualifier to claim the third step on the podium.
Today I had to suffer a lot in this race," said Bou. "I havent been physically at my best, my arms hurt a lot and I had a pretty tough time. Already in the section one I was starting to show signs of fatigue. I was able to get through each phase, but in the semi-final I got through by the skin of my teeth.
In the end, it was a comforting victory after so much suffering, which is great because it gives us a good advantage in the championship. This week I will have to try to recover because immediately after we have another trial.
James Dabill: Getting back on the podium is great news. Im really happy, because it shows what great work we are doing. The new bike is working really well, and Ive adapted well to it. Its been a great day which I want to dedicate to my family and everyone who has supported me.
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