Undoubtedly, Franky Zapata was the man to beat in the GP Runabout class, since he made a strong impression with his specially made Sea Doo missile. On the other hand Dustin Farthing showed up on a borrowed race craft, rode smart, consistently and managed to clinch the world title in his class, putting a fine end to his retirement show. After serving the sport for 15 years Farthing announced his retirement at the awards making a statement about the reasons that forced him to make this particular decision.
Last year Frenchman Lopez showed his real capabilities by winning two out of three motos in Pro Ski class and getting his first World Title. This year he came to World Finals as a privateer and made his first strong appearance in the GP Ski class where he won the title ahead of Mike Klippenstein. Lopez had a strong second moto leaving to chance the experienced Canadian to reach him.
In a class of its own
Rius racing has worked hard in order to design and manufacture a brand new carbon hull along with a special engine package in order to dominate in the GP Ski class of the European Tour. Undoubtedly, Rius Racing Super Jet is in a class of its own.
Words: Vasilis Moraitis
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