Teodor Kabakchiev wins historic third place at World Hard Enduro Championship

Bulgarian motorcycle rider Teodor Kabakchiev has achieved a historic result for Bulgaria, finishing third overall in the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. He secured his place among the world’s elite riders for another season following the final round, the Hixpania Hard Enduro in Spain.

On the final day of the competition, the Bulgarian rider was performing well when a technical problem during a descent forced him to stop and repair his motorcycle. Kabakchiev nevertheless finished seventh in the race, while the points he had accumulated throughout the season were enough to secure third place in the world standings.

“After a year filled with major achievements and challenges, we have secured a place on the podium at the end of the season! I thank God for keeping me safe and healthy! I am grateful to Sherco Racing Factory for creating a motorcycle with such outstanding capabilities!” the rider wrote on social media.

Edited by Diana Tsankova