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As the anticipation builds for the commencement of the 2024 X-Trial World Championship, the Repsol Honda Trial Team, led by the legendary Toni Bou and rising talent Gabriel Marcelli, is geared up for their first challenge of the season. The Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona will set the stage for the opening event on Sunday, February 4th. This marks the fourth occasion in history that Barcelona has kicked off the indoor discipline. Both riders are going to compete on home turf in the 47th edition of the Barcelona round. Thus, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition.
Toni Bou, the reigning 17-time X-Trial World Champion, is ready to continue his unparalleled dominance in the sport. He has an impressive track record of 16 victories in the Barcelona Indoor round, including a streak since 2020. The Repsol Honda Trial Team leader aims to extend his reign and secure another win this weekend. As a seasoned champion, Bou’s skill and experience make him a formidable force on the trials circuit.
Teammate Gabriel Marcelli enters the 2024 season with the utmost motivation following a remarkable performance in the 2023 campaign. Marcelli closed the previous season with two-second positions in Madrid and Vendée, where he fiercely contested with Bou for victory. He showcased his growing prowess in the sport. He achieved two third positions overall in both the Indoor and Outdoor World Championships. Marcelli sets ambitious goals for 2024, aiming to secure podium finishes by the season’s end and clinch his first victory in both disciplines.
The excitement of the X-Trial World Championship extends beyond Barcelona, with a calendar featuring seven thrilling events. After the Barcelona opener, the riders will face challenges in Chalon-Sur-Saone (France), Nice (France), Geneva (Switzerland), Andorra la Vella (Andorra), and the Trial des Nations (France). A round scheduled for November 16th is pending confirmation, adding an element of suspense to the overall championship.
Repsol Honda Trial Team fans now eagerly await the 2024 X-Trial World Championship. With a seasoned champion seeking ongoing dominance and a young talent aiming for breakthrough victories, the upcoming season assures an exciting mix of experience and ambition. The Barcelona round serves as a vital starting point. It establishes the tone for what might unfold as another memorable chapter in the storied history of the X-Trial World Championship.