Repsol Honda's Triumphant Season Finale: Bou's Victory and Marcelli's Runner-Up Finish

The Repsol Honda Team capped off a remarkable 2024 TrialGP World Championship season with a dominant performance in the final round. Toni Bou, the reigning champion, secured his eleventh race victory of the year, while his teammate Gabriel Marcelli clinched the runner-up position in the overall standings.

Repsol Honda's Unstoppable Duo Seals the Deal

Toni Bou's Masterful Finale

Toni Bou, the undisputed king of trial riding, once again demonstrated his unparalleled skill and determination. Already confirmed as the champion, Bou continued to push the boundaries, delivering a flawless performance in the final round. On the first lap, he strung together an impressive sequence of four consecutive zero-point zones, setting the tone for the day. Despite a minor misstep on Zone 9 and a few small errors in the closing stages, Bou managed to secure the victory, finishing just two points ahead of his closest rival, Jaime Busto. On the second lap, Bou's consistency shone through as he recorded an astounding 10 zeros, cementing his position at the top of the podium. With this triumph, Bou concludes the 2024 season with an impressive tally of 11 race wins and 12 podium finishes, further solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest trial riders of all time.

Gabriel Marcelli's Impressive Runner-Up Finish

Gabriel Marcelli, Bou's Repsol Honda teammate, also had a remarkable season, culminating in a well-deserved second-place finish in the overall standings. Marcelli arrived in Ripoll with a seven-point advantage over Busto, and he was determined to secure the coveted position. After a strong start on the first lap, where he held onto third place, Marcelli maintained his composure and consistency on the second lap, earning his ninth podium finish of the year. This impressive result marks Marcelli's best performance in the TrialGP World Championship to date, showcasing his growing talent and the team's exceptional support.

Repsol Honda's Dominant 1-2 Finish

The Repsol Honda Team's triumph in the 2024 TrialGP World Championship was a testament to their unwavering dedication and teamwork. With Bou's championship victory and Marcelli's runner-up finish, the team secured a dominant 1-2 result, a feat that left the entire organization elated. Team manager Takahisa Fujinami expressed his delight, stating, "Achieving a 1-2, with Toni first and Gabri second, is very exciting. We have achieved the objective for the season, and I want to thank the team for all the work they have done during the year." Fujinami also took the opportunity to acknowledge the invaluable support of Honda, HRC, and the team's sponsors, without whom this success would not have been possible.

Looking Ahead to the X-Trial World Championship

As the TrialGP World Championship season comes to a close, the focus now shifts to the X-Trial World Championship, where Toni Bou will have the first chance to clinch the title on October 5th in Andorra. With his unparalleled skill and determination, Bou is poised to add yet another championship trophy to his ever-growing collection, further cementing his status as the undisputed king of trial riding.