Amaury Pierron facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
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| Nickname | Maurice, Momo |
| Born | 4 March 1996 Brioude, France |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in |
| Weight | 81kg |
| Team information | |
| Current team | Commencal / Muc Off |
| Discipline | Downhill |
| Role | Rider |
Amaury Pierron, born on March 4, 1996, is a super-fast French athlete. He is famous for his skills in downhill mountain biking. This sport involves racing bicycles down steep, rough mountain trails. Amaury has won many big races, including the overall title in the UCI Downhill World Cup. He also earned a bronze medal at the World Championships. His older brother Baptiste and younger brother Antoine are also downhill racers.
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What is Downhill Mountain Biking?
Downhill mountain biking is an exciting and challenging sport. Riders race against the clock down a specially designed course. These courses are usually very steep and full of obstacles. Riders face jumps, rocks, roots, and sharp turns. It takes a lot of skill, bravery, and physical fitness to be a top downhill mountain biker. Riders wear special protective gear, including full-face helmets and body armor.
Amaury's Journey to the Top
Amaury Pierron started his professional career in 2014. He quickly showed great promise in the sport. He joined the Lac Blanc Commencal team, where he honed his skills. His dedication and natural talent helped him climb the ranks. By 2018, he was ready to compete with the best riders in the world.
Amaury's Big Wins
Amaury Pierron became a major name in downhill mountain biking in 2018. He joined the Commencal Vallnord DH Team that year.
2018 UCI Downhill World Cup Champion
In 2018, Amaury had an incredible season. He won three rounds of the UCI Downhill World Cup. This series of races takes place in different countries around the world. By winning multiple races, Amaury earned enough points to win the overall World Cup title. This was a huge achievement for him.
2019 Season Success
Amaury continued his strong performance in 2019. He again won three rounds of the UCI Downhill World Cup. He showed amazing consistency and speed throughout the season. Even though he won three races, he finished second overall in the World Cup standings. Another French rider, Loïc Bruni, took the top spot that year.
World Championships Bronze Medal
In 2019, Amaury also competed in the UCI Downhill World Championships. This single race decides the world champion for the year. The event was held in Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada. Amaury rode incredibly well and earned a bronze medal. This meant he was one of the top three downhill riders in the world.
A Family of Riders
Amaury isn't the only talented rider in his family. His older brother, Baptiste Pierron, also competes in downhill mountain biking. Their younger brother, Antoine, is also involved in the sport. It's quite special to have three brothers all racing at a high level in the same demanding sport. They often train and support each other.
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See also
In Spanish: Amaury Pierron para niños
