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Federico Capello It was installed on the other side of the world in recent weeks. He contested the opening dates BMX World Cup Arranged International Cycling Union (UCI) In Rotorua, New Zealand, it is gearing up for a double date next in Brisbane, Australia.
In the maritime country, Capello reached the final on both days and got his 2024 season off to a great start. So far, he has accumulated 156 points in the general table for his achievements on dates 1 and 2.
From Brisbane, where he is already waiting for the next match, spoke to Capello Al Tok game On the finals in New Zealand: “The truth is that they are unique and very beautiful feelings.. After a demanding preseason, results can be seen on these two dates with the first two finals. Super content and happy, knowing that the work we are doing is the right path”.
The man from Rio Cuarto managed to get through the qualifying rounds in Rotorua without any major problems: “I have a good assessment of the qualifying rounds. I felt really good both days starting with the quarter finals. Compared to previous rounds, I felt comfortable and more confident.
In a final, the start during the race troubled Capello: “I had a good start on Saturday, but these are things that happen and they have to be fixed. On the second stroke of the lever my rear wheel went over.. Anyway, very happy with the final performance.
The first rounds of the World Cup were characterized by the presence of the majority of New Zealand and Australian drivers: “In Sunday's final of eight, there were six people from those countries. In all the dates of the World Cup, the level is very competitive. I think I did a good job and I know I'm up to the task. I imagine there will be many local and New Zealand competitors in Brisbane. They are also globe trotters and I have already shared races with them” said the pilot from Rio Cuarto.
This February 24th and 25th, Capello will compete in rounds 3 and 4 of the World Cup in Australia: “I was already training on the track in Brisbane and I felt very comfortable. We are preparing very well. We will have two or three more practice sessions a week. I feel more comfortable than Rotorua, it's faster and more agile. Some details should be fine, but we're going to see some really good races next weekend.
Capello set his sights on the upcoming dates: “I'd like to repeat those two finals over two days, like in New Zealand. I would give everything to achieve that, why not stage one or both of the two dates. I am working hard for it. Let's see what happens over the weekend. “
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