Forty riders competed in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, northern Vietnam on Sunday.
The VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle race was held for the second consecutive year, featuring extended, semi-professional, and professional categories.
Both the extended and semi-professional categories featured a race distance of 15 kilometers while riders participating in the professional event raced 21 kilometers.
Spectators watch a rider competing in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
The racers delivered captivating performances, drawing the attention of locals and tourists since the early morning of Sunday.
The spectators gathered and enthusiastically cheered for the 40 riders during the highly intense race.
An unfortunate racer loses his momentum while ascending uphill in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
Following over three hours of competition, rider Ben Spill emerged as the first-place winner in the professional category, completing the race in 35 minutes and 59 seconds.
Racer Tran Tung Lam showcased an exceptional performance and secured the top position in the semi-professional category, while racer Nguyen Trong Quynh claimed the trophy in the extended event.
Spectators watch riders competing in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
“All the riders displayed impressive skills, although the nature of racing poses inherent risks, resulting in some falls,” said Song A Quy, a local who took his wife and child to the race for the first time.
“However, overall, the situation remained manageable.
“The event attracted a large crowd, and the experience was immensely enjoyable for everyone involved.”
Spectators watch a rider competing in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
Spectators gather for the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
Racers ascend uphill in the final race of the 2023 VTV Cab - Off-road motorcycle racing tournament in Van Ho District, Son La Province, Vietnam, May 28, 2023. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre |
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