The following release is from Radson…
Radson rider Dougie Lampkin rewrote the records books once again earlier today when he clinched his seventh successive World outdoor trials title. Despite having a comfortable lead going into today’s final trial, Lampkin endured a tough battle as fought to maintain his concentration as the full extent of his achievement begun to sink in.
In a big release of emotion Lampkin declared, “ I never thought I would say this, but it feels even better than winning my first title. It’s been a long and hard year and now I am just glad it’s over and I have got the result I so badly wanted.”
Amongst the first to congratulate Dougie was Jordi Tarres who acknowledged the fact that whilst him and Lampkin are now tied with seven titles each, the British rider’s record was even better as his had all been won in a row. Whilst Dougie was over come with well wishes, his father Martin fought back the tears, typically proud of his eldest son’s latest victory. Dougie had barely passed through the final section end cards, before he paid tribute to his team and the part they have played in this success.
“My father, mother, cousin James and girlfriend Nicola have all been a big part of today, without their support I can honestly say that there is no way I would be still on top of the World.”
Lampkin survived a late scare when he crashed riding between sections, to eventually bring him and his machine home safely in third place on the day to clinch the championship.
“It has been a strange day, after yesterday a lot of the pressure had been lifted, but I knew that the job was still not done. I found it very difficult to keep my concentration today, yesterday took a lot out of me both mentally and physically. The long wait for the final round really increased the tension, I can’t tell you just how happy I am that it is all over now. The celebrations are going start tonight and going to last a few days and that’s all I am thinking about right now.”
Lampkin signed off by paying tribute to his team mate Fujinami.
“It has been a great battle this year, Fuji has been a fair rival and made this championship very special to me, as I have had to fight very hard to win this time around.”
