Val di Sole, Italy. Whoever thought N1NO was no longer hungry to win races anymore after he finally set his World Cup record with his 34th win, has been proven very wrong. With another extraordinary performance in Val di Sole, N1NO once again surprised the mountain bike world and showed his competitors he’s still the man to beat!
Imagery: Michal Cerveny
One of N1NO’s favorite race tracks, a fanatic crowd and great weather created the atmosphere for N1NO to race at his best. The signs that he’s on a mission were seen right from the beginning riding in top position from the start and even setting a vicious pace himself early in the race. On this natural track, which is equally challenging physically and technically, XCC winner Luca Schwarzbauer, Sam Gaze, Jordan Sarrou and Alan Hatherly were the only ones to keep up with the World Champion. Soon after it was only the South African Champion Hatherly who stayed close to N1NO. An impressive show started to evolve. It was obvious that it was one of this great days when N1NO is unbeatable. He took off solo way earlier than usual to demonstrate his winning streak is not over yet.
Imagery: Rémy Fabrègue
N1NO made winning look easy. Even topped his performance from Lenzerheide. Just one incredible show!
Even if I had to give my all out there, I truly enjoyed racing today. Can’t believe I’m already at #35. Let’s keep going!”
Nino Schurter
10x World Champion
35 World Cup victories
SCOTT-SRAM MTB Racing
Andri Frischknecht
Andri did undergo some rough times in the past month. Even if his race in Val di Sole was not a victory like Nino’s, it felt like a small win to turn things around the way he did. Sitting in 37th after the start loop, he was one of the few riders moving up throughout the race while a lot of others faded over time. Andri raced with heart and showed he’s moving in the right direction. Lap by lap, he sneaked into the top 20 to cross the line in 17th. This was an important step to finish off the first half of the season on a positive note. With only half of the 2023 World Cups in the books, the season is still long.
Kate Courtney
With a 10th place in the XCC, Kate was aiming to repeat a top 10 result in the XCO. She raced steady, however wasn’t at her very best, and finished in a solid 13th place. We know the form is there and she will have another chance to show it in the fight for a national title next weekend.
N1NO’s SCOTT Spark RC
For 10 x World Champion Nino Schurter, his Spark RC in the unique special design! Some of the finest parts available, well balanced with an eye for detail, and ready for glory.
This Spark RC comes with a very special setup featuring all-new SRAM XX Eagle AXS Drivetrain, the new wider Syncros Silverton 1.0s (30mm) carbon wheels, Fraser iC SL combo, ROCKSHOX suspension and many more spec highlights to discover.
