After the timed training session, the elite racers faced off against the clock to determine who would advance to the semi-finals. Vali Höll reclaimed the top spot on the timing sheets by posting the fastest qualifying time, beating Mille Johnset by 2.006 seconds. Myriam Nicole also put in a strong performance on home soil, finishing in third place, 2.1 seconds behind Höll. In the men’s category, Dakotah Norton set the fastest time in qualifying, leading Rémi Thirion by 1.094 seconds, with Finn Iles in third place over two and a half seconds behind.
The results of the elite qualifying round are as follows:
Elite Women:
1st. Vali Höll: 4:03.010
2nd. Mille Johnset: 4:05.016 / +2.006
3rd. Myriam Nicole: 4:05.112 / +2.102
4th. Tahnee Seagrave: 4:06.186 / +3.176
5th. Monika Hrastnik: 4:10.096 / +7.086
Elite Men:
1st. Dakotah Norton: 3:27.224
2nd. Rémi Thirion: 3:28.318 / +1.094
3rd. Finn Iles: 3:29.756 / +2.532
4th. Dylan Maples: 3:29.767 / +2.543
5th. Benoit Coulanges: 3:30.055 / +2.831
The protected riders for the upcoming semi-finals include a list of elite women and men, showcasing the top talent in the competition. The start list for the semi-finals is set, and the anticipation is building for the next round of thrilling races in the Les Gets DH World Cup 2024. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments in the world of downhill mountain biking.