The UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship Grand Prix of Binh Dinh took place from March 22 - March 3 at Thi Nai lagoon, Quy Nhon city, Binh Dinh province.

This is the first time Vietnam has been named on the map of speed and adventure sports on water such as motorboat racing and jet skiing.

Start. Photo: F1

In this race, there are 55 riders from 26 countries, registered to compete in all 4 competition categories. Including 20 Runabout GP1 riders, 21 Ski Division GP1 riders, 11 Ski Ladies GP1 riders, 3 Freestyle athletes.

After 3 days of competition, excellent riders from all over the world gave the audience extremely unique, impressive and thrilling performances. The majestic scenery of the blue sea combined with the talent and courage of the athletes created a vibrant and exciting atmosphere in the stands.

Dramatic competition between racers. Photo: F1

Racer Samuel Johansson (Sweden) created a boost when he overcame "experienced" opponent Francois Medori (France) - 2023 World Water Motorcycle Champion (Runabout GP1 category) to honor his name at the Grand Prix. Grand Prix of Binh Dinh arena in this category.

Breathtakingly thrilling racing scenes. Photo: F1

The young racer was excited: "I encountered a lot of pressure from Medori throughout the races. He is extremely strong and a formidable opponent. But I tried to stay calm, overcome all obstacles and that led me to victory. I had great experiences in Vietnam, this was the first time coming here, it was also the first win for me and especially my team. I will turn 22 tomorrow and this is such a great gift for me."

In the Ski Ladies category for women, there were also beautiful races from two riders Jasmiin Ypraus (Estonia) and Jessica Chavanne (France). These are two formidable opponents of each other in this Grand Prix of Binh Dinh race.

Racer Samuel Johansson (Sweden) created a boost when he overcame "experienced" opponent Francois Medori (France). Photo: F1

On the first day of competition, while Jasmiin won Pole and finished first in Motorcycle 1, Jessica finished first in Motorcycle 2 and maintained her form. However, in Motorcycle race 3, Jessica had a mechanical problem, causing her to fall and have to give up.

23-year-old racer Jasmiin is the one who honored himself on the highest podium of the Ski Ladies category of this year's Grand Prix of Binh Dinh.

The performances are extremely beautiful. Photo: F1

Jasmiin shared: I think in racing, besides technical factors, luck is also an advantage. There are things you cannot predict. That's also what makes races always interesting. Winning was not easy, so I am extremely grateful to the mechanics and team members. I feel very sorry for Jessica because she is a great racer and completely deserves to be at the top. I believe she will come back stronger in the next rounds.

The competing teams have set new records, bringing worthy rewards and admiration from the audience

Over the course of the competition, the competing teams have set new records, bringing worthy rewards and admiration from Vietnamese audiences, as well as the community that loves the adventure sport of national water motorbikes. international.

Sharing at the press conference after the end of the UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship - Grand Prix of Binh Dinh 2024, Mr. Tran Viet Anh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Binh Dinh F1 Joint Stock Company (the unit coordinating with the Provincial People's Committee to host the race) ) said that the race is a great opportunity to bring marine sports closer to the Vietnamese audience. Through good organization and enthusiastic support from the community, Binh Dinh - Vietnam has demonstrated its ability to organize large-scale events and attract the attention of other countries. This is an important step forward in bringing Vietnamese marine sports to an international level and attracting the attention of domestic and international people.

UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship results – Grand Prix of Binh Dinh 2024 – in 4 racing categories:

First place in the Runabout GP1 category belongs to racer Samuel Johansson - Sweden; First place in the Ski Division GP1 category belongs to racer Quinten Bossche - Belgium; First place in the Ski Ladies category belongs to racer Jasmiin Ypraus – Estionia); First place in the Freestyle category belongs to racer Roberto Mariani.

Slalom Paralell tournament, has 3 categories: First place in the Ski Ladies category belongs to racer Jasmiin Ypraus - Estionia; First place in the Ski Division GP1 category belongs to racer Morgan Poret - France; First place in the Runabout GP1 category belongs to racer Jeremy Perez - France.

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