South Africa’s Wade Young not letting championship lead distract him
Wade Young recently triumphed at the Xross Hard Enduro Rally, the third round of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship taking the series lead.
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South African rider Wade Young recently triumphed at the Xross Hard Enduro Rally, the third round of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship.
The win sees him top the standings in the Hard Enduro World Championship.
Wade Young not letting championship lead distract him
With a relentless drive and unparalleled talents, Young navigated the gruelling terrain to secure a well-deserved victory, showcasing his exceptional athleticism.
This win sets a high benchmark for his upcoming participation in the prestigious Red Bull Romaniacs event, where another outstanding performance is expected.
Young isn’t letting his status as championship leader cloud his thinking.
“It feels great being the leader of the World Championship [but] I’m not too focused on where I am in the standings,” Young said.
“My goals never change. I’m still focused on every race I enter to do my very best, prepare as best as I can, and just keep that mindset in every race.”
The South African edge
In the previous race the heat became a factor and Young felt that as sun-baked South African this gave him an edge.
“Day two, in particular, was super hot and a very tough day,” Young added.
“We spent probably an hour in a valley that was super hot in the middle of the day. The track was obviously difficult, but the weather made it that much harder. But I think being from South Africa, we adapt a little bit better than the European riders with the heat.
“My plan was just to push a good pace, a pace that I could carry all the way to the end of the day. We had already had two hard days before that, so my body was a bit tired. But I pushed as hard as I could on the last day.”
Wade Young in shape for Romaniacs
Young is trying to balance hard work and load management ahead of the gruelling Romaniacs Enduro.
“I am doing as much training as I can but I also don’t want to burn myself out. I have been doing quite a bit of cycling, a bit of gym work, and then just working on small things that I think I can improve and do better.
He also said: “I have added more hours to my training, as Romaniacs is a very long race. It’s a five-day race, and I think this year, from what I’ve heard, is going to be super challenging.”
As Young prepares for the forthcoming Red Bull Romaniacs, his success at the Xross Hard Enduro Rally serves as a testament to his dedication and abilities in the world of hard enduro racing. His ability to consistently perform at the highest level underscores his status as one of the sport’s elite athletes. Fans and competitors alike eagerly anticipate Young’s participation in the next event, confident that he will continue to push the boundaries and inspire with his remarkable achievements.
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