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Toni Bou reigns supreme in Barcelona

The Repsol Honda Team rider claims his fourth victory of the season and extends his lead in the X-Trial World Championship

Toni Bou’s was second in both the opening lap and the semifinal of the Barcelona event, but clinched victory thanks to a near-faultless final, incurring 7 fewer points than rival Adam Raga.

In front of a packed Palau Sant Jordi, the reigning World Champion claimed his fourth consecutive triumph this season, after a tremendous effort.

The Repsol Honda Team rider thus reclaims his crown as ‘King of Barcelona’ and ends his home event leading the World Championship with 80 points, ahead of Raga with 60.

The next event will be held in Bilbao on February 15th.

Toni Bou:

“We are very happy. It has been a very special night here in Barcelona. Being able to claim victory in front of the fans has been incredible. We gave all that we hade in a very close final. I am very grateful to all the people who have helped me throughout the week, which has been quite difficultfor me. I also thank everyone who has come out today in Barcelona to enjoy the show.”

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