20,000 euros are at stake at the Lisboa Downtown event known for bringing together the world's best downhillers in Portugal.

 

Steve Peat has conquered this event for the last 5 years and we'll soon find out if he can keep his title against bikers like Cedric Gracia, Sam Hill and Brian Lopes.

Inácio Silva, the logistics manager and speaker of the event, says that “this year Downhill edition will be even more exciting and with even more competition. It will gather the best riders within the best and everything will be ready to host an excellent urban event.”

The trail will be the same as last year’s, starting in Castelo de São Jorge and finalising in Largo do Terreiro do Trigo. There will be new obstacles that won’t make the ride easy and an excellent show is guaranteed.

The trial is made up of two categories: males and females, with 40 and 15 riders respectively. The action starts will be hitting the road from 2 p.m. onwards. The semi-final will choose the 20 best men, plus 5 wildcard, and the 8 best women, plus 2 wildcard. However, only the fastest in each category will be awarded the victory.

 

The total prize money will be 20 thousand euros and the first place will be rewarded with a KIA Picanto car.

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