SuperEnduro Poland 2023 – Highlights

Endurogp Status: BOLT Jumps Ahead

So it seems thatBilly BOLT (GBR-Husqvarna)has kicked off this time with the identical vigor as he ended the final a person, even with not staying one hundred% fit. The reigning champion’s dominance was obvious from the 1st race of the evening, even so, it was actuallyJonny WALKER (GBR-Beta)who took the to start with holeshot of the evening.BOLT, having difficulties a little in the 1st corners, managed to occur back again and take the guide overCody WEBB (United states-Sherco)andWALKERbefore the finish of the 1st lap, building effortless passes on tricky obstructions. Just after that the Brit and the American
had to struggle it out for 2nd place, becauseBOLTwas extended gone – even a crash and an error didn’t hamper him for very long.WALKER, sensation much more cozy thanWEBB, was the to start with one over the line right after the Husqvarna rider.Taddy BLAZUSIAK (POL-GasGas)made a solid comeback soon after a crash in the opening corners. The restricted monitor in theTauron Arenais notoriously challenging for overtaking, but the Polish legend still managed to cross the finish line in fourth put. Having said that, much more than fifty seconds at the rear of the winnerBilly BOLT!

In the next Prestige race of the evening, with its reverse grid commence, it was the new factory Rieju riderAlfredo GOMEZ (ESP)who obtained off to the very best start off and snatched the holeshot. The Spaniard was followed by a rampantTaddy BLAZUSIAK, carried by twelve,000 spectators all committed to his induce. A handful of of the significant favourites languished down the buy, includingBilly BOLT, who had a sluggish get started. But whileBLAZUSIAKseemed to have a decent lead out front after overtakingGOMEZ, it wasn’t lengthy beforeBOLTflew via the pack. In considerably less than three laps he had manufactured it into the Prime five, and in two corners he took three areas. With his spectacular displayBOLTwill make quick work of the Pole and signed off on his 2nd victory of the evening ahead ofJonny WALKER. The British Beta rider overtookTaddyas the local legend experienced bodily. The Pole nevertheless managed to obtain 3rd location in this second heat. At one place through the fascinating second race we witnessed five diverse makers in the Leading 5 positions (Husqvarna, GasGas, Beta, Rieju, Sherco), proving that SuperEnduro success is probable on a range of bikes.Dominik OLZOWY (GasGas), 2022 Junior Winner, experienced a complicated baptism of fire amongst the elite of the discipline. Target of a breathtaking crash, the Pole completed the first race in twelfth location out of thirteen categorised riders. In the second run, he concluded in the exact same area.

Nevertheless, the previous race confirmed the legitimate likely of the GasGas rider as he chalked off eighth with considerably much more reliable lap moments. Irrespective of complications,OLSZOWYcan appear ahead to the relaxation of the period with optimism. The ultimate race night time may possibly have had a predictable winner on paper, but it definitely didn’t lack twists and turns.Jonny WALKERsnatched the holeshot once again, successful the Airoh Holeshot Award for this opening spherical of the 12 months. The Brit leftBLAZUSIAKin his wake as the Polish hero suffered a further early drop.BOLTplaced himself in position to attack his compatriot, and it took him just two laps and a thrilling overtake to seize the direct of the race and hardly ever allow go. Cody
WEBBfinished 3 rd in this last race of the night, and for that reason took three rd general too. A welcome return for the American Sherco rider who endured a extremely tricky period previous year, and hasn’t stood on a SuperEnduro podium because 2019.Jonny WALKERwas also content with his second place general, especially as he understood the tricky Tauron Arena track was heading to make every rider experience. At the second,Jonnylurks near behind Husqvarna’s star,Billy BOLT, who – of course – took the overall gain.

Endurogp JUNIOR: The BRIGHTMORE Brothers Shine

TheBRIGHTMOREfamily experienced a great evening in Poland,Mitch(19) and his younger brotherAshton(16) arrived in Krakow for their initially ever taste of SuperEnduro, and they still left having shown every person particularly why they created the excursion over from England. The siblings shone, astonishing onlookers in the Tauron Arena, demonstrating impressive skill but also endearing modesty. The spotlight had been on Junior class favouriteMilan SCHMUESER (GER-Sherco), especially in the absence of Israel’sSuff SELLA, who endured a horrific leg break during training at the begin of the week. But the interest shortly turned to serene and diligentMitch BRIGHTMORE, who managed to carve as a result of with his ‘stand up style’ to acquire the initially and second Junior races of the night, despite having to move numerous founded names. In the third race of the night time, Mitch resolved to make issues less difficult for himself, getting the holeshot and winning emphatically even after a small off in the rock area. In the 1st race he beatSCHMUESERby an astonishing fifty seconds. His tiny brotherAshtonwas glad to join him in third place in race a single, and next put in the 3rd race, and this allowed the pair to stand on the overall podium togetherMitchfirst on the night time andAshton3 rd .SCHMUESERhad a stable and consistent exhibiting, which allowed him to accomplish two nd in general on the evening.Raul GUIMERA (ESP-GasGas)also executed properly with 3 rd in race two, and five th in race 3, and will definitely be one to watch. It will be interesting to see how this course of kids evolves during the second round inRiesa in Germanyat the beginning of January, but for now issues are thrilling with the arrival of this sort of inspiring talent.

In theOpen category, Poland’sGrzegorz KARGULwon on his Husqvarna. He took victory ahead ofAndris GRINFELDS (LAT-KTM)and a different community rider,Maciej WIECKOWSKI (GasGas). The subsequent round of the FIM SuperEnduro Globe Championship will choose area inGermanyat theRiesa Arena on January 7, 2023. The full SuperEnduro workforce wishes you a really pleased holiday season.

what they stated:

Billy BOLT (GBR-Husqvarna): “I’m actually pleased with this victory simply because the GP was much from straightforward. Probably from the stands or the Tv set I gave the perception that it wasn’t tricky, but I can convey to you that the layout and the monitor made me suffer. I’m not totally healthy nonetheless, I have not been equipped to teach effectively in latest months since of my injuries. But it is reassuring to see that I’m beginning the season in a good way with this win, so in that way I’m seriously contented.”

Jonny WALKER (GBR-Beta): “This 2nd area for me is virtually like a victory, I struggled with it tonight. The keep track of, as typically in Poland, was pretty demanding and I genuinely had to fight to get a very good end result tonight. I’m pleased with my race tempo, it was fairly good. I had a thing still left to give, but the observe did not make it possible for me to absolutely assault. It is been a fantastic get started while.”

Cody WEBB (United states of america-Sherco): “It feels outstanding to be back again on a SuperEnduro podium, to be trustworthy I’d just about overlooked the experience of pleasure it delivers. Previous 12 months I totally misplaced myself, I didn’t feel like myself and my driving wasn’t there. This calendar year we have uncovered very good configurations on the bicycle that make it possible for me to trip far better and get back self-assurance. Now my only hope is to continue doing this form of general performance this season…and why not goal higher. I’m relieved and happy.”