Slavik Seizes Fourth Red Bull Valparaiso Cerro Abajo Win
Briefly

The 21st Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo turned the streets of Valparaíso, Chile, into a thrilling downhill course where Tomáš Slavík achieved his fourth victory with a time of 2:18.828. The challenge featured an all-new top half, leading to a fierce competition among 16 riders. Chile's Felipe Agurto took second, while Lucas Borba ranked third this year. Notably, previous favorite Juanfer Vélez of Colombia faced an unfortunate slide out, finishing in 13th place. The series concludes March 29 in Mexico, where accumulated points from events will determine the overall champion.
Tomáš Slavík's exhilarating victory at the Valparaíso Cerro Abajo marked his fourth triumph, cementing his position among the top downhill racers with a record run.
With a lightning-fast final run time of 2:18.828 and speeds reaching 34 mph, Slavík showcased remarkable skill navigating the challenging urban terrain of Valparaíso.
Chilean Felipe Agurto proved his mettle by securing second place, demonstrating consistency with a time of 2:19.029 in a fiercely competitive field of riders.
The revised 1.2-mile course introduced new challenges for riders, emphasizing speed and technical skill, and will conclude the series in Mexico on March 29.
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