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France retain their World Trophy title
France are the worthy and clear winners of the World Trophy at this year’s FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina. Making no mistakes on day six, France secured their third consecutive victory in the ISDE. Settling for second on the day behind the United States, the French team of Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha, Christophe Nambotin – KTM, Pierre-Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna, Jeremy Tarroux – Sherco, Anthony Boissiere – Sherco and Fabien Planet – Sherco comfortably won the FIM World Trophy title. Despite topping the final three days of competition, the United States were unable to claim their debut ISDE win and finished as runner-up. Spain delivered a consistent ride to end their week on the podium in third overall. One of just two nations to keep all six riders in the race, Germany placed fourth while host nation Argentina were rewarded with fifth overall for their efforts in front of their home fans.
Recording their first win in the ISDE since the late Kurt Caselli led them to victory in 2006, the United States claimed an emotional victory in the FIM Junior World Trophy class. Topping the standings by one-minute and forty two seconds, Grant Baylor – KTM, Steward Baylor – KTM, Trevor Bollinger – Honda and Justin Jones – KTM made it a week to remember for USA in Argentina. Suffering their first defeat in four years France placed as runner-up with Australia third. Germany and Argentina completed the top five.
Taking top honours in this year’s FIM Club Team Award classification MotoClub Pavia led home Club Argentina and Los Rider Sanrafaelinos. Topping the Enduro 1 classification for the sixth and final time, France’s Christophe Nambotin – KTM won the final day motocross from Spain’s Jaume Betriu – Husqvarna and France’s Jeremy Tarroux – Sherco. The win secured Nambotin the overall E1 victory from teammates Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha and Tarroux. In the Enduro 2 class, day six marked a win for United States’ Kailub Russell – KTM. Australia’s Matt Phillips narrowly held off France’s Pela Renet – Husqvarna to take second. Placing third in the final motocross ensured Renet was both the overall winner of E2 and the individual classification. Russell’s victory confirmed him as runner-up in E2 with Phillips close behind in third. Producing one of the most tightly fought battles of the day, the Enduro 3 category was won by United States’ Michael Brown – Husqvarna from teammate Taylor Robert – KTM. Finishing day six in third, Australia’s Toby Price – KTM claimed the overall win in E3 from Spain’s Ivan Cervantes – KTM and Brown. Results - South Africa - Husqvarna - Videos - Day 5 - Day 4 - Day 3 - Day 2 - Day 1 Quotes Christophe Nambotin – winner of E1 and part of Team France, winner of the World Trophy: “When I came here my focus was to try and fight for the overall victory but with a lot of sand tests it was too much. But it’s good to have won the Enduro 1 class. I’m very happy about that and helping France to victory.” Toby Price – 2nd in overall rankings and winner of E3: “I’m more than pleased with how things have gone this week. To finish second overall and win the Enduro 3 category is really, really good. It’s been a long tough week. I can’t fault my bike at all. Aside from a couple of crashes everything went to plan. It’s been a great week.” Matt Phillips – 3rd in E2 and overall 4th: “It’s been a good week. Coming off my foot injury from the EWC I knew I was anything but prepared for this race but I was determined to give it my best shot. My plan was to take each day one at a time and see how it went. I surprised myself with my times and was competitive all week. To end the week third in E2 and fourth overall is fantastic.” Ivan Cervantes – 2nd in E3 and part of Team Spain, 3rd in World Trophy: “The race was ok. The conditions felt more or less like home in Spain. Days three and four were hard on the bike so it was crucial to ride safe during those days. I focused on reaching the end of the week in the podium position and that’s what happened, which is perfect for me.” Kailub Russell- 2nd in E2 and part of Team USA, second in World Trophy : “Overall it’s great to finish the race second as a team. Unfortunately we had a number of issues that cost us a chance of winning. On the first two days it took me a while to settle in, but as the week wore on I got better and better. Capping things off by winning day six is great. I’ve enjoyed it a lot.” Taylor Robert – 2nd in World Trophy with Team USA : “It’s been very up and down for me. I’m happy with my performance – I was one of the fastest guys in the race and I feel winning day five helped prove that. It was just a case of bad luck to run into bike trouble on day three and lose nine minutes. But I never gave up hope and kept fighting to the end, which is what the ISDE is really all about. Finishing second with USA is brilliant.” With the 2014 ISDE now successfully completed, the competitors can begin to look forward to the ninetieth edition in Kosice, Slovakia, which will take place from 7th to 12th September 2015.
FIM International Six Days Enduro Day Five: Team USA take second day win in San Juan The United States continue to eat into France’s lead in the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina by winning the penultimate day of racing. Refusing to give up hope of winning the eighty-ninth edition of the ISDE, the United States won the FIM World Trophy class for the second day running. Now just over ten minutes behind leaders France, the USA still need a lot of luck to fall their way on day six’s final motocross to capture their debut ISDE crown. But with this year’s event continuing to prove anything but predictable this one is not over until the final chequered flag has been waved. Although now out of contention to challenge for victory, Spain have cemented their position of third overall in the ISDE. Nine minutes clear of Germany in fourth, Spain will be hoping for a trouble free run on day six to take third. With Germany fourth, home nation Argentina look set to end the 2014 ISDE in their home country in fifth overall. Answering the challenge put forward by France, the United States moved one day closer to winning the FIM Junior World Trophy category by placing as the fastest nation on day five. Extending their advantage over the French to just over one-minute and forty-five seconds, they look set to capture their first junior victory since 2006. Unable to close the gap on the USA on day five, France will need everything to go their way on day six to successfully defend their crown. Not wanting to accept defeat, day one leaders Australia have moved back into podium contention and sit third. Sweden and Germany round out the top five.
In the Enduro 1 class France’s Christophe Nambotin – KTM recorded his fifth win. Seeing a change to results of the past four days, Spain’s Jaume Betriu – Husqvarna and Germany’s Edward Huebner – KTM finished second and third. France’s Pierre-Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna won the Enduro 2 category for the fifth day in a row. Delivering another strong ride, the United States’ Kailub Russell – KTM took second with Australia’s Matthew Phillips – KTM third. Putting his disappointment from day three firmly behind him, the United States’ Taylor Robert – KTM was fastest in the overall individual standings while claiming the Enduro 3 category win. Australia’s Toby Price – KTM finished behind him in second while Michael Brown – Husqvarna made it an USA one-three in third. With just the final motocross on day six remaining, the end of one of the toughest ISDE’s in recent history is almost in sight for the competitors still left in the race.
FIM International Six Days Enduro - Day Four FIM International Six Days Enduro Day Four: United States strengthen their attack in the ISDE A win for the United States on day four of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina closes the gap on leaders France After a considerable number of riders failed to make it back to the parc ferme in time on day three of this year’s ISDE, those still left in the race began day four cautiously. Knowing that in order to finish first they must all first finish, France adopted a steady and calculated strategy to remain fixed at the top of the FIM World Trophy classification. Pushing hard to keep their title hopes alive, the United States knocked over three minutes off France’s lead by placing as the fastest nation on day four. Despite suffering some misfortune on day four, Spain hang on to third overall from Germany while Argentina stay inside the top five in fifth. Holding station at the head of the FIM Junior World Trophy class, the United States lead for the second day in a row. Although now benefiting from a seventy-two second race lead, the USA will not be able to relax on the penultimate day of racing as France come on strong. Fastest on day four, defending champions France have moved back up to second overall and with another tough day of racing planned for day five they are not out of the fight for victory just yet. Down to three riders, Sweden suffered their first casualty of the race with the loss of Oliver Nelson – KTM and slip to third overall. Australia hold on to fourth position while Germany complete the top five. Delivering another winning result on day four, Australia firmly asserted themselves at the head of the FIM Women’s World Trophy category. Head and shoulders above Canada and the United States in second and third, the trio of Jessica Gardiner – Sherco, Tayla Jones – KTM and Jemma Wilson – Yamaha look set to successfully defend their title. There was no change to the running order of the Enduro 1 class with France’s Christophe Nambotin - KTM recording his fourth win of the week. Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha and Jeremy Tarroux – Sherco in second and third ensured yet another one-two-three for France in Enduro 1. Extending his advantage in the Enduro 2 category, France’s Pierre Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna was again the rider to beat. Securing his best result of the week, United States’ Kailub Russell – KTM beat Australia’s Josh Strang by four seconds to place second. Yet again the best rider in the Enduro 3 ranks, Australia’s Toby Price – KTM took the class win on day four, but was also rewarded for his efforts by recording victory in the overall individual classification. After his disappointment on day three, the United States’ Taylor Robert - KTM got back into the swing of things and finished second while Spain’s Ivan Cervantes – KTM completed the top three. With four demanding days of competition now behind them, competitors in the eighty-ninth edition of the ISDE have just one full day of racing left before the final motocross on day six awaits.
FIM International Six Days Enduro - Day Three A tough day in the saddle for all Stepping things up a notch, day three of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina proved a challenging one for all. With temperatures rising, the extremely dry and dusty terrain took its toll on many competitors and their machinery, resulting in a high rate of attrition across the field. Remaining strong at the head of the race, France continues to lead the FIM World Trophy classification. Claiming his third consecutive overall individual day win, Pierre-Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna helped France to extend their advantage to over sixteen minutes. Now entering the second half of this demanding eighty-ninth edition of the ISDE, France are focused on maintaining that buffer as the difficulty level is expected to rise. Despite not enjoying one of their best days at the ISDE, the United States have fought their way back into contention and once again hold second position. Just under seventy-five seconds behind the USA, Spain remain third overall. But with Lorenzo Santolino – Sherco dropping out of the race, they cannot afford any more losses. Up one position, Germany end day three in fourth while host nation Argentina move inside the top five to fifth. Effectively losing any chance of finishing on the podium in this year’s ISDE, Australia are down to three riders and sit seventh overall.
In the FIM Women’s World Trophy class there was no change at the top of the standings. Comfortably placed in first, defending champions Australia now lead Canada in second by eighty-two minutes. The United States are third overall. Although crashing on more than one occasion, France’s Christophe Nambotin – KTM still managed to top the Enduro 1 class for the third time this week. Repeating their finishing order from day two, France’s Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha and Jeremy Tarroux – Sherco placed second and third. Continuing to prove himself as the best performing rider in this year’s ISDE, Renet won the Enduro 2 category along with being fastest in the overall individual standings. Delivering his best performance of the week, Australia’s Joshua Strang – Yamaha chased Renet home for second while USA’s Kailub Russell – KTM completed the top three. In the Enduro 3 ranks, Australia’s Toby Price recorded his second victory. Putting his vast experience to use in the harsh terrain, USA’s Michael Brown – Husqvarna placed second with Spain’s Ivan Cervantes – KTM finishing third.
Individual Scratch: 1, Pela Renet, FRA Husqvarna 2, Toby Price, AUS, KTM 3, Matthew Phillips, AUS, KTM 4, Kailub Russell, USA, KTM 5, Loic Larriou, FRA, Husqvarna 6. Christophe Nambotin, FRA, KTM 7, Ivan Cervantes, ESP, KTM World Trophy: 1, France 12 hours 19:12.55 2, USA 12:35:29.41 3, Spain 12:36:42.78 4, Germany 13:04:04.21 5, Argentina 13:08:34.82 Junior Trophy; 1, USA 7:37:03.78 2, Sweden 7:37:29.96 3, France 7:38:46.90 4, Australia 7:40:10.72 5, Chile 7:55:04.60
Women’s Trophy 1, Australia 6:00:01.82 2, Canada 7:22:18.82 3,
USA 8:59:28.87
FIM International Six Days Enduro - Day Two France extend their advantage in San Juan France further extended their advantage at the head of the standings on day two of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina. After a strong opening day of competition, the French set about building their lead in the FIM World Trophy classification. Now firmly settled into the eighty-ninth edition of the race, the six-man team worked hard to increase their advantage to over six minutes from Australia. With Pierre-Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna topping the individual overall standings for the second day running, and with all six of their riders positioned inside the top twenty, France are already looking increasingly difficult to beat. Behind the leaders day two saw a shake-up in the battle for the final two steps of the podium. Runner-up on day one the United States – now down to five riders – dropped two places to fourth when Charlie Mullins – KTM crashed heavily on more than one occasion. Clearing enjoying the rough and demanding special tests, Australia delivered a strong performance to move up one position to second. Also benefiting from the USA’s on going run of ill luck, Spain moved into podium contention and hold a thirty-six second advantage over the USA. Maintaining their top five placing, Germany end day two in fifth.
Breaking away from their nearest rivals, Australia increased their lead in the FIM Women’s World Trophy class to fifteen minutes over the United States. With teammates Jessica Gardiner – Sherco and Jemma Wilson – Yamaha placing first and second in the Women’s overall individual standings, the USA in second and Canada in third will need a mistake from Australia to help reduce the deficit. Photo credit FIM / Future 7 Media
FIM International Six Days Enduro Day One France take early lead in Argentina Starting as they mean to carry on in this year’s FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE), France have made a successful initial bid to capture their third consecutive FIM World Trophy win by taking control of the race lead at the end of day one in Argentina. With just under four hundred riders embarking on their first full day of racing, the eighty-ninth edition of the ISDE is officially underway in San Juan. Australia's Matt Phillips (KTM) set the fastest time on the first test of the day at Loma Negra ahead of a wave of French and US riders. Taylor Robert (USA - KTM) was 2nd fastest ahead of Pela Renet (Fra-Husqvarna) and Christophe Nambotin (Fra-KTM). On the second test at Nautico Nambotin took the lead and consolidated his hold at Aser and Cerro Blanko. Going into lap 2 Pale Renet pressed his teammate Nambotin and after 5 tests he was within three tenths of a second of the leader. On their second visit to the final test at Nautico Renet took the scratch lead.
Despite seeing five of their team riders place inside the top thirteen to end day one second overall, the United States also suffered an early retirement from Zachary Osborne – Husqvarna with engine problems. Third overall at the end of day one, Australia have also placed well, but like the United States they too were dealt an early loss in the form of Daniel Milner – Yamaha with a hand injury after a crash on the 3rd test and must now be careful to avoid any further mistakes. With all six team riders reaching the finish, Spain – sitting fourth overall – will be pushing hard to close the gap to third. Delivering a strong ride on day one, Germany completes the top five. Making a very promising start to their week, Australia end day one with a thirty-second lead over defending champions France in the FIM Junior World Trophy category. Completing the top three, Sweden will have no chance to relax on day two as they fend off the attacks from fourth place United States, just two seconds adrift. Chile round out the top five at the end of the first day of competition.
In the Enduro 1 classification it is Nambotin who holds a comfortable one-minute advantage over fellow compatriot Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha in second. Sherco’s Jeremy Tarroux – third overall – ensures France lead the way in E1. As the outright winner on day one, Renet also topped the Enduro 2 category. Making a strong start to his ISDE, Matt Phillips – KTM is second while Kailub Russell - KTM is close behind in third. Flying the flag for Australia, KTM’s Toby Price ended day one with a twelve second lead in the Enduro 3 class over Taylor Robert – KTM. Ivan Cervantes – KTM completes the top three in this class. With the majority of riders having survived the opening day, those remaining will face an unchanged route tomorrow on day two. Results -
FIM International Six Days Enduro Argentina ready to welcome 89th edition of the ISDE Gearing up for an exciting end to the 2014 FIM enduro calendar, the eighty-ninth edition of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) will make its home in San Juan, Argentina. Returning to Latin America for the fourth time in the history of the event, the race will take centre stage from during the first full week of November. Long regarded as one of the most important events on the enduro calendar, this year’s edition of the race will welcome over five hundred and fifty riders from thirty different nations to compete. No strangers to international enduro competition, event organisers Mas Eventos are keen to put their two years experience of staging the FIM Enduro World Championship in 2012 and 2013 to good use and host an event that is certain to become the pinnacle of the 2014 enduro season. With a vast array of varied and demanding terrain on offer, the eighty-ninth edition of the ISDE will test the best enduro riders from around the World. Leaving the comforts of the paddock, which is situated in the heart of bustling San Juan, competitors will face five long and demanding days of riding – covering up to two hundred and sixty kilometres each day across the surrounding countryside. The race will then be brought to a thrilling close on day six at the nearby ASER motocross circuit with a live televised broadcast. As one of the strongest nations competing in the ISDE, France travel to Argentina as the defending champions of both the FIM World Trophy and FIM Junior World Trophy classes while Australia lead the way in the FIM Women’s World Trophy classification. Boasting two of this year’s FIM Enduro World Champions, France look impeccable and will be keen to claim their third consecutive victory in the event. With FIM Enduro 1 World Champion Christophe Nambotin – KTM and FIM Enduro 2 World Champion Pela Renet – Husqvarna competing, the French will be tough to beat. Determined to give it their best shot, the United States arrive to Argentina fresh from their most successful ISDE to date, in Sardinia, Italy last year. Despite the passing of their team captain Kurt Caselli, the six-strong team are focused on toppling the French. Australia is another nation who continue to close the gap to the French each year. Hampered by mistakes in 2013, they still managed to finish fourth and will be keen to turn that position into a podium result this year. Add in Spain, Argentina, Belgium, Germany and Chile and competition for a top five result will be very close. In the Junior ranks, defending champions France face one of their toughest challenges to date. Aiming for their fourth consecutive class victory, the French will be pushed hard by highly motivated teams from the United States and Australia. With both nations favouring the dry terrain that Argentina will offer, the fight for victory will be fierce. Sweden, Argentina, Chile, Germany and South Africa will not be far behind. Out to retain their title won in Sardinia, Australia are clear favourites to win the FIM Women’s World Trophy competition. Hoping to mix things up, Canada and the United States will be looking for a strong performance too. The 2014 ISDE takes place in San Juan, Argentina on 3rd to 8th November inclusive.
The United States bid for glory in Caselli’s honour
During the first week of November the enduro World will be closely watching events unfold in San Juan in Argentina, where the eighty-ninth edition of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) will take place. Attracting over five hundred riders from thirty different nations, this year’s ISDE is set to be a key event of the 2014 enduro calendar. Delivering one of the standout performances at last year’s ISDE in Italy by placing as runner-up to France, the United States head to Latin America with high hopes of equalling or bettering that result. Growing stronger and stronger in the ISDE during the last few years, the United States have now become one of the most competitive nations in the race and want nothing more than to capture a debut win in the FIM World Trophy competition. But for the six-man team of Michael Brown – Husqvarna, Thaddeus Duvall – Honda, Charlie Mullins – KTM, Zach Osborne – Husqvarna, Taylor Robert – KTM and Kailub Russell – KTM their participation in San Juan will be tinged with sadness. The United States will begin a new chapter in their recent ISDE participation following the loss of their team captain Kurt Caselli, who tragically lost his life shortly after last year’s event whilst competing in another competition.
“Kurt’s love for the ISDE came from his dad Rich,” explains the US team manager Antti Kallonen. “Rich was determined to get the US on the World map and was instrumental in getting the team to New Zealand in 2006.Kurt’s passion for ISDE grew from there. When Rich passed away in 2008, Kurt took over as the team leader. His determination to make the US successful in the ISDE was huge. He put so much into the team and helped so many riders. He always wanted the US to be competing as one of the event’s best teams.” Behind the scenes the United States World Trophy Team has been busy preparing themselves for this year’s six-day challenge. The belief that victory is possible rides high within the camp. “Last year we equalled our best ever result and finished second.” continues Antti. “But we’re not stopping there. Our team is very motivated this year and there is not one rider that wouldn’t want anything more than to win for Kurt. We have done more preparation on all levels for this year’s race than we’ve done in the past. Our team knows it will be a very hard challenge but I feel we are ready.” “We believe we can win the ISDE – that’s our goal. It would go down in the history books as the first ever win for the US, but more importantly it would be an incredible achievement in Kurt’s honour.” The 2014 ISDE takes place in San Juan, Argentina from 3rd to 8th November inclusive. Share |
FIM International Six Days Enduro Day
Six:
Ending
their week of dominance in style, the Australian trio of Jessica Gardiner
– Sherco, Tayla Jones – KTM and Jemma Wilson – Yamaha easily won the
final day of racing to successfully defend their FIM Women’s World Trophy
title. Completing one of the toughest ISDE races of recent times, Canada
were rewarded with the runner-up result while the United States rounded out
the top three.
There
was no change in the FIM Women’s World Trophy competition as Australia
topped the standings for the fifth day running. Now controlling an almost
two-hour race lead over Canada and the United States, the trio of Jessica
Gardiner – Sherco, Tayla Jones – KTM and Jemma Wilson – Yamaha are all
but assured of winning this year’s ISDE.
Growing
stronger and stronger as conditions become tougher and tougher, the United
States now lead the FIM Junior World Trophy category. However, with Sweden
also gaining strength in the demanding terrain, the fight for top honours is
as competitive as ever. Only twenty-six seconds separate them in the battle
for victory. Just over one minute behind the leading two nations, France are
third overall. Australia – now down to three riders – fall to fourth
while Chile complete the top five.
With
conditions showing no signs of letting up, riders face a tough start to the
second half of their race on day four,
In
the FIM Junior World Trophy category, Australia still control the race lead,
but face strong opposition from a motivated United States. Claiming the
Junior World Trophy win on day two, the USA pushed their way past France
into second and trail Australia by just twenty-two seconds. Dropping one
position to third, defending champions France will hope to use day three to
their benefit and fight their way back into contention. Sweden and Chile
complete the top five respectively.
Recording his second class win in as many days, France’s Christophe
Nambotin – KTM topped the Enduro 1 time sheets. Ensuring a French sweep of
the top three positions, Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha
and Jeremy Tarroux – Sherco placed second and third. As the winner of the
overall individual classification for the second day in a row, Renet also
claimed his second victory in the Enduro 2 class. Australia’s Matthew
Phillips – KTM chased Renet home for second, while France’s junior rider
Loic Larrieu – Husqvarna impressed all with his speed to take third. In
the fight for Enduro 3 honours United States’ Taylor Robert – KTM
narrowly held off Australia’s Toby Price – KTM to secure his first
victory of the week. Completing the top three, Spain’s Ivan Cervantes –
KTM was third. Stepping things up a notch, day three of the ISDE will see a
new course with sandy and rocky special tests to challenge the competitors
as they reach the midway point in the race.
Making
a perfect start to the defence of their FIM World Trophy crown, France have
topped the classification at the end of the first of six. Helped greatly by
FIM E2 Enduro World Champion Pierre-Alexandre Renet – Husqvarna and FIM E1
Enduro World Champion Christophe Nambotin – KTM placing first and second
in the individual overall standings, France hold a one-minute and
nineteen-second lead over closest rivals the United States.
Claiming
the top three places in the Women’s individual category, defending
champions Australia hold an early lead in the FIM Women’s World Trophy
competition. Already over five minutes clear of second place United States,
Australia are looking tough to beat in Argentina. A further seven minutes
behind, Canada are third.
Caselli
played an integral role in bringing the United States back to the forefront
of the ISDE. Regenerating interest in the event, Caselli led the United
States to victory in the Junior World Trophy category in Lake Taupo, New
Zealand back in 2006. Since that historic moment, he continued to act as
team captain.