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A beautiful 3rd edition of the Race Across Paris by Van Rysel took place in Chantilly. Despite challenging weather conditions, with cold, rain, and mud for the gravel event, participants kept smiling in a friendly and warm atmosphere.
Source: Press Release – Photos: @edhanot
Some key figures from this edition:
- Over 600 participants took part in the event, 71% of whom were newcomers
- A spectacular increase of over 140% compared to the 2023 edition
- 15% women among participants, demonstrating growing diversity in the world of ultra-distance cycling
- 14 different nationalities
Remarkable performances also marked this edition:
- In the 1000 km category, Damien Vuillier completed the distance in 62 hours and 12 minutes, while Sarah Cinquini was the first woman to finish in 82 hours and 57 minutes.
- For the 500 km, Vincent Cordier achieved an impressive time of 18 hours and 16 minutes, while Caroline Vandame finished in 26 hours and 12 minutes.
- Finally, in the 300 km category, Jonast Verest achieved a time of 10 hours and 58 minutes, while Delphine Thirifays finished in 12 hours and 15 minutes.
A highlight of this edition: the presence of the twins LTDG, known on social media in the cycling world, registered as a DUO for the 300 km, won their category, adding a touch of brotherhood and friendly competition to the event.
Regarding the gravel event, which was its first edition, it was a success: happy participants, many newcomers, who came to test themselves on an accessible and secure event thanks to the “Race Across” format.
The conclusion: this edition of the Race Across Paris by Van Rysel was a success on all fronts, with exceptional performances, diverse participation, and a friendly atmosphere.
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