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This year’s races took place in Cheile Grădiștei on the same challenging track used for the European Championships earlier in the year. The course had become even more difficult due to rain, which washed away sections and exposed more rocks, making the terrain rougher for riders.
In the Short Track (XCC) race, the competition was fierce. Despite a strong start and leading the race for the first three laps, Vlad Sabau ultimately finished in 3rd place. This marked a significant improvement from last year, though it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
The Romanian National Mountain Bike Championships recently found place in Cheile Grădiștei, where competitors faced a particularly tough course. This year’s races took place on the same challenging track used for the European Championships earlier in the year. The course had become even more difficult due to rain, which washed away sections and exposed more rocks, making the terrain rougher for riders.
In the Short Track (XCC) race, the competition was fierce. Despite a strong start and leading the race for the first three laps, Vlad Sabau ultimately finished in 3rd place. This marked a significant improvement from last year, though it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
The Cross-Country (XCO) event, the main race of the championships, saw Vlad Sabau starting well again. Consistency was key, as times improved with each lap. However, despite a strong and consistent performance, Vlad Sabau finished in 5th place.
Looking ahead, Vlad Sabau is leading the overall standings in the Romanian National XCO Cup and will focus on winning the series in the final two rounds.
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Vlad Sabau, challenging Conditions at Romanian National Mountain Bike Championships
This year's races took place in Cheile Grădiștei on the same challenging track used for the European Championships earlier in the year. The course had become even more difficult due to rain, which washed away sections and exposed more rocks, making the terrain rougher for riders.
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