{"id":32170,"date":"2026-06-18T08:00:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T06:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aignep.com\/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=32170"},"modified":"2026-06-18T08:00:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T06:00:12","slug":"heat-dust-and-extreme-tests-in-fafe","status":"publish","type":"avada_portfolio","link":"https:\/\/www.aignep.com\/en\/news\/heat-dust-and-extreme-tests-in-fafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Heat, Dust and Extreme Tests in Fafe"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A demanding week in typical Portuguese conditions puts riders and teams to the test<\/h2>\n
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High temperatures, dust and steep elevation changes across the Portuguese terrain defined the first week of racing in Fafe, presenting a true challenge for all competitors on track.<\/p>\n

Max Ahlin proves himself a consistent and solid presence.<\/strong> From Friday evening’s Super Test, Max immediately showed his determination by posting the 4th fastest overall time<\/strong>. Across both race days, he finished 4th in the E2 category<\/strong>, coming within just 20 seconds of the podium on Sunday. Race after race, he continues to close the gap to the front-runners and confirms his steady progression.<\/p>\n

A disrupted weekend for Samuele, but with a strong response.<\/strong> Saturday brought an early retirement after only two special tests due to an electrical issue on his 250 RX. On Sunday, however, the answer came through clearly: a 7th-place finish in the E1 category<\/strong>. Next weekend brings a brand-new event and a great opportunity to bounce back.<\/p>\n

Valentino Corsi steps onto the podium in the Junior category.<\/strong> In the J1 class, Valentino delivered an impressive 3rd place on Sunday<\/strong>, setting seven top-three stage times<\/strong> across the nine special tests contested. An outstanding performance on rough and technically demanding terrain.<\/p>\n

The same scenario awaits this weekend in Fafe<\/strong>, with three new special tests, fresh liaison sections and untouched loops. Conditions will once again be selective \u2014 and our riders are ready to respond.<\/p>\n

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