Recently, the 2014 "Ludar Cup" National Off-Road Motorcycle Championship held in Damao Joint Banner concluded successfully. VAUDE? KAILAS team rider Peng Tianwei, facing a disadvantage in the first race, fought hard and made a brilliant comeback in the second race, eventually winning third place and ascending the podium.
It is understood that Damao Banner hosted the second round of the 2014 National Off-Road Motorcycle Championship, with a total of 17 teams and 100 riders participating. The competition was divided into five categories: Imported 250CC A Class; Imported 250CC B Class; Domestic 250CC and Below Class; 150CC Class; and Domestic 110CC Youth Class. Among them, the Imported 250CC A Class is the professional category and has attracted considerable attention.
The races were held in two rounds, with the final results calculated based on combined performance from both rounds. Therefore, riders had to perform well in both to secure a win. The Imported 250CC A and B classes started simultaneously, marking the grand finale of the off-road motorcycle national championship. To build confidence for the second race, most riders gave their all in the first, making it exceptionally exciting. However, Peng Tianwei had a poor performance in the first race, finishing only fifth. This put him at a significant disadvantage in terms of overall ranking, as analysis suggested he would need to finish in the top two in the second race to have a chance at the podium. Despite the setback, Peng Tianwei quickly adjusted his mindset and prepared actively. In the end, through determined effort, he staged a stunning comeback in the second race and secured third place overall based on combined scores, earning his spot on the podium.
Although Shi Yumeng took second place, he expressed frustration about the race, saying, “In the second race, I was overtaken by Peng Tianwei right at the start, and after that, he kept the pressure on me. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t get past him—I just didn’t have the strength.” Meanwhile, the podium-winning Peng Tianwei was thrilled. His strategy of charging to the front at the start, decided after the first race, paid off as he crossed the finish line in second place, narrowly clinching third overall.
After the race, Peng Tianwei’s impressive comeback drew media attention and praise. In an interview, he said, “Losing the first race did create a lot of pressure, but that pressure actually gave me more motivation. After formulating a solid strategy, I felt completely in my element in the second race.”