Toni Bou Wins 10th Consecutive FIM Trial World Championship Title
Press Release | September 5, 2016
This is a press release from Repsol…
Tokyo, Japan, (September 5, 2016) – HRC (Honda Racing Corporation) contract rider, Toni Bou has won the 2016 FIM Trial World Championship. He has clinched his 10th consecutive title by winning the race on the first day, September 3. Therefore, he closed the season with another win on the next day.
Bou was in a difficult situation this season because of imperfect condition due to being injured just before the first round. However, in the Spanish Grand Prix, he got second place on the first day and won the race on the second day. Thereafter, he showed overwhelming strength to win 12 races.
“Today is a really special day.” Toni Bou said. “When you win a championship it is something great. It has been a very special season, with some back problems at the beginning of the year. I was able to keep gradually improving until it was almost my best season. I wish to thank all of those who have helped me to achieve it: the entire team, my family and friends. This is a really special moment and I couldn’t dream of anything better. Now I’m going to think about the trial, next season and how I can improve things. Thank you very much for all support to us.”