Our partner rider, Thibaut Foray, rose to an extraordinary challenge by finishing the famous 24 Hours of Barcelona, one of the most demanding motorcycle endurance races in Europe.
After encouraging practice sessions held in extreme temperatures, the team made a strong showing right from qualifying, finishing 6th overall, 1st in the Superstock 1000 class, and as the top French team in the field.
The race, however, was far from smooth sailing. Several technical issues, particularly related to the motorcycle’s electrical system, forced the team to make lengthy pit stops. Despite these difficulties, the riders and mechanics demonstrated exemplary determination to see the race through to the end.
At the end of the 24-hour race, the team crossed the finish line in 29th place out of 37 teams and 15th in its class. This result does not fully reflect the team’s potential, as the bike spent nearly three hours in the pits. As Thibaut points out:
“The crew of mechanics was incredible. We, the riders, maintained a race pace that could have earned us a podium finish.”
Beyond the race results, this participation will go down in history. Thibaut Foray has become the first rider with a disability to finish a 24-hour motorcycle race a major milestone in his athletic career and in the world of motorcycle racing.
This achievement further strengthens his ambition to one day compete in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans motorcycle race.
An adventure that reflects shared values
At Bertin Technologies, we are proud to support Thibaut Foray in his athletic challenges.
Throughout the 24 Hours of Barcelona, Thibaut and his team demonstrated qualities that echo the values upheld by our Group: the courage to face the unexpected and push the limits; the team spirit that enabled drivers and mechanics to stay focused until the finish line; the essential trust among all team members; and finally, the talent expressed through each individual’s performance, hard work, and determination.
This adventure confirms that the greatest challenges are overcome through collective commitment, perseverance, and a constant drive to improve.
The season will continue with two new rounds of the French Endurance Championship: August 29 and 30 at Nogaro, followed by October 3 and 4 at the Circuit Paul Ricard. These will provide new opportunities for the team to gain experience and continue its progress toward its next goals.
