Mountain biking is often also a family story and another Pierron, Baptiste of Team DORVAL, had a great run. 17th for him, also behind the bars of his SUPREME DH 29.

New dad Remi Thirion came in 24th and perhaps he was disappointed with that. But that’s racing sometimes!

After a superb qualification in 13th, Hugo Frixtalon was weakened by an ankle injury sustained during morning practice. In the end, he managed an honourable 28th fastest time on the day. Meanwhile, Thomas Estaque fell in the slick first corner that had caught so many others out over the weekend. But for the rest of his run he rode hard and remained positive on reflection after his weekend of racing.

Despite his puncture, Junior Thibaut Daprela scored enough points to claim the overall title, one race before the end of the series. Bravo!