The UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship Grand Prix of Binh Dinh took place from March 22 to 24 at Thi Nai lagoon, Quy Nhon city, Binh Dinh province. This is the first time Vietnam has appeared on the map of speed and adventure sports on water such as motorboat racing and jet skiing.

Starting. Photo: F1

In this race, there were 55 racers from 26 countries, registered to compete in all 4 categories. Including 20 Runabout GP1 racers, 21 Ski Division GP1 racers, 11 Ski Ladies GP1 racers, 3 Freestyle athletes. After 3 days of competition, excellent racers from all over the world gave the audience extremely unique, impressive and thrilling performances. The majestic scenery of the blue sea combined with the talent and bravery of the athletes created a vibrant and exciting atmosphere in the stands.

Dramatic competition between racers. Photo: F1

Racer Samuel Johansson (Sweden) made a splash when he overcame his "experienced" opponent Francois Medori (France) - 2023 World Jet Ski Champion (Runabout GP1 category) to make his name known at the Grand Prix of Binh Dinh arena in this category.

Breathtaking racing scenes. Photo: F1

The young rider was excited: “I faced a lot of pressure from Medori throughout the races, he is extremely strong, a formidable opponent. But I tried to stay calm, overcome all obstacles and that led me to victory. I had a great experience in Vietnam, this is the first time coming here, also the first time winning for me and especially my team. I will turn 22 tomorrow and this is a great gift for me”. In the Ski Ladies category for women, there were also beautiful races from two riders Jasmiin Ypraus (Estonia) and Jessica Chavanne (France). These are two formidable opponents in this Grand Prix of Binh Dinh race.

Racer Samuel Johansson (Sweden) created a breakthrough when he overtook his "experienced" opponent Francois Medori (France). Photo: F1

On the first day of competition, while Jasmiin won the Pole and won Moto 1, Jessica won Moto 2 and maintained her form. However, in Moto 3, Jessica had a mechanical problem, causing her to fall and had to retire. The 23-year-old racer Jasmiin was the one who honored herself on the top step of the Ski Ladies category of this year's Grand Prix of Binh Dinh.

Extremely beautiful performances. Photo: F1

Jasmiin shared: I think in the race, besides the technical factors, luck is also an advantage. There are things you can't predict. That's also what makes the race always interesting. Winning is not easy, so I am very grateful to the mechanics and team members. I feel very sorry for Jessica because she is a great rider and completely deserved to be at the top. I believe that she will come back stronger in the next rounds.

The teams set new records, brought home well-deserved prizes and admiration from the audience.

Over the course of the competition, the teams have set new records, brought home worthy rewards and admiration from Vietnamese audiences, as well as the international community of water motorbike enthusiasts. Speaking at the press conference after the end of the UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship - Grand Prix of Binh Dinh 2024, Mr. Tran Viet Anh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Binh Dinh F1 Joint Stock Company (the unit coordinating with the Provincial People's Committee to host the race) said that the race is a great opportunity to bring marine sports closer to Vietnamese audiences. Through good organization and enthusiastic support from the community, Binh Dinh - Vietnam has demonstrated its ability to organize large-scale events and attract the attention of other countries. This is an important step in bringing Vietnamese marine sports to international standards and attracting the attention of domestic and international people. UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship results - Grand Prix of Binh Dinh 2024 - in 4 racing categories: 1st place in Runabout GP1 category belongs to racer Samuel Johansson - Sweden; 1st place in Ski Division GP1 category belongs to racer Quinten Bossche - Belgium; 1st place in Ski Ladies category belongs to racer Jasmiin Ypraus - Estionia); 1st place in Freestyle category belongs to racer Roberto Mariani. Slalom Paralell, has 3 categories: 1st place in Ski Ladies category belongs to racer Jasmiin Ypraus - Estionia; 1st place in Ski Division GP1 category belongs to racer Morgan Poret - France; 1st place in Runabout GP1 category belongs to racer Jeremy Perez - France.

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