The opening day of the 99th International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in Bergamo, Italy, delivered unexpected conditions and intense competition across all classes. What was expected to be a dusty challenge turned into a wet and technical affair, with slick terrain, hidden rocks, and deep puddles testing the riders on two laps and six special tests.
Watch the Highlights!
Check out FIM ISDE Italy 2025 | Day 1 Highlights from Max Gerston for an inside look at the action, featuring key moments from Bergamo’s opening day.
World Trophy: France Holds Narrow Lead
Team France showed their strength early, with Theo Espinasse, Leo Le Quere, Hugo Blanjoue, and Julien Roussaly setting the pace. Despite a strong late push from Italy—led by Samuele Bernadini and Andrea Verona—France ends Day 1 ahead by just 34 seconds. Sweden holds third, 1:45 behind. Spain and USA round out the top five.
Individual Scratch: Garcia Leads, Le Quere Close Behind
Josep Garcia continues to dominate the scratch standings, but an error in the final test cost him time. France’s Leo Le Quere is just seven seconds back, with Verona in third, 17s adrift.
Junior Trophy: Italy in Control
Italy leads the Junior category by 43 seconds, with France close behind and Australia in third. Individual times are incredibly tight, with Cristino, Verzeroli, and Bacon separated by less than three seconds.
Women’s World Trophy: USA on Another Level
Team USA Women—Brandy Richards, Korie Steede, and Rachel Gutish—are already nearly seven minutes ahead, with Richards dominating most tests. France and Australia are locked in a close fight for second, just 12 seconds apart.
