The Downhill World Cup parade marched into Windham, New York, this weekend, to conclude the series.
American Aaron Gwin taking the top spot in the men’s race (with chain intact) and England’s own Rachel Atherton finished first in the women’s event – even though she had already secured her fourth World Cup crown before she took to the track.
Manon Carpenter finished second with Tahnee Seagrave taking third to make up an all-British podium for the women. Woop! Go GB, go GB etc etc.
Greg Minaar fell three and half seconds short of taking the win from Gwin in the chaps’ race, and French youngster Loris Vergier placed third for the first time in his professional career.
The course was fast, dry and dusty, but here’s Claudio to show you that, with his customary shrieks:
Or if you prefer less screaming, here’s the course from ‘Ratboy’s’ perspective:
The old-school track played its part in adding to the bad luck Loic Bruni has suffered this season when he punctured towards the final part of his speedy run.
Champion Gwin took to Instagram to thank the raucous support from his homeland fans:
You can check out the highlights of this weekends wild racing courtesy of Redbull:
More success came for Atherton over the weekend after the Independent named her in the top 50 list of the most influential women athletes. Well done Rachel!
