JAIME BUSTO CLAIMS IMPRESSIVE WIN AT X-TRIAL ESTONIA
That’s how it’s done! Securing his best result of the series so far, GASGAS Factory Racing’s Jaime Busto has won the penultimate round of the 2024 FIM X-Trial World Championship in Estonia. In a super-close evening of competition at Tallinn’s Unibet Arena, Jaime delivered a stunning performance to clinch the overall victory at round six. Nice one, Jaime!
- GASGAS star claims first X-Trial win of 2024
- Jaime lies second in standings heading into final round
- X-Trial heads to Spain for round seven
Starting as he meant to go on in Estonia, Busto put in a strong ride in the first round, receiving just one five on a particularly tricky section. Ending the round tied with Toni Bou and Gabriel Marcelli, it was all to play for in round two for Jaime to ensure his spot in the final.
Though the second round wasn’t as technically challenging for riders, the difficulty came from the low scores and minimal mistakes made by Jaime’s competitors. However, the TXT GP 300 rider rose to the occasion and confidently cleaned every section to take the overall lead and secure a coveted place in the final.
Carrying his confidence and momentum into the three-rider final, Jaime demonstrated his skill and experience on the technical course in front of a packed stadium to claim the victory with just five marks to Gabriel Marcelli’s six. The Spaniard’s win marks his best result of the 2024 X-Trial series so far, a result he will look to repeat at his home round for the season finale in three weeks’ time.
Heading into this penultimate round of the 2024 series, both Jaime Busto and rival Gabriel Marcelli were tied for second place in the overall standings with 68 points. Claiming 21 valuable championship points in Estonia, Jaime’s victory widens the gap to Marcelli to six important points.
The 2024 FIM X-Trial World Championship concludes in three weeks’ time in Pamplona, Spain, for Jaime’s home round.
Jaime Busto: “It’s been an incredible day today! Right from the first section I felt really good on the bike, and on the second lap I was so happy to clean it as the scores were already so close. Going into the final it was really tight so I knew I couldn’t afford many mistakes. To take the win is amazing, and I’m super happy with the bike and it’s a very important win for us as a team. I can’t wait for the final in Spain!”
Albert Cabestany – GASGAS Factory Racing Trial Team Manager: “What an amazing night here in Estonia! It was a really intense fight from the very first lap, because there was no room for error, or you’d be out of the final. Jaime stepped up and did an amazing job in the first two rounds, but during the final he proved his talent to win in a super-close race. He made some incredible saves and really deserved the win. It’s a great position to be in going into the final round in Spain!”
Results – 2024 X-Trial World Championship, Round 6
1. Jaime Busto (GASGAS) 5 final
2. Gabriel Marcelli (Montesa) 6 final
3. Benoit Bincaz (Sherco) 12 final
2024 X-Trial World Championship Standings (after round 6)
1. Toni Bou (Montesa) 116
2. Jaime Busto (GASGAS) 89
3. Gabriel Marcelli (Montesa) 83