The 2024 downhill World Cup series has returned with a fresh course for round two after a short break. This article will be updated with videos throughout the week to showcase all the action that has taken place so far.
The excitement is palpable as athletes like Bernard Kerr, Troy Brosnan, Jenna Hastings, Thibault Laly, and Preston Williams have all shared their enthusiasm about the new track in Szczyrk, Poland. The track is described as fast, loamy, with lots of jumps, and plenty to think about. Riders are eager to get on their bikes and tackle the challenges that the new course presents.
Intense Factory Racing also provided insights into the new track at Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland. Joe Breeden and Lou Ferguson were mic’d up to share their first impressions, highlighting the excitement surrounding what looks to be an epic track for the UCI World Series. Fans can expect a thrilling competition as riders take on the new challenges that this track has to offer.
The riders are not only excited about the new course but also about competing in front of fans once again after last year’s event was held without spectators due to COVID-19 restrictions. “It’s always great to have fans cheering you on,” said Jenna Hastings. “The energy they bring is electric.”
The first day of practice saw some intense moments as riders pushed themselves to their limits on the challenging terrain. Thibault Laly had a near miss when he crashed into a tree while practicing one of the many jumps on the course.
As round two progresses, we will continue to update this article with videos from behind-the-scenes footage of practices and races from Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland.
In conclusion, it’s clear that riders are thrilled about returning to racing in front of fans once again and tackling this challenging new course at Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland.
