Paraguayan Riders Oli Cuevas and Nico Torrez Triumph in International Motorcycle Competitions
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Paraguayan motorcyclists Oli Cuevas and Nico Torrez achieved significant results in international competitions over the weekend.
- Oli Cuevas secured a dramatic victory in the Moto Mini category at a race in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil.
- Nico Torrez earned his best results of the season, achieving two P8 finishes in the Moto4 Latin Cup in Argentina.
Paraguay was proudly represented on the international motorsport stage this past weekend, with motorcyclists Oli Cuevas and Nico Torrez delivering strong performances in Brazil and Argentina, respectively. Both riders, part of the Superbike Paraguay team, showcased their skills and determination in challenging competitions.
Oli Cuevas achieved a thrilling victory in the Moto Mini category of the Ohvale Trophy during the third round of the championship held at the Registro circuit in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil. Despite difficult track conditions due to rain, Cuevas secured pole position and executed a spectacular last-lap overtake to win the first race. He finished second in the second race, maintaining his lead in the category, which is considered a crucial stepping stone for aspiring MotoGP riders.
Meanwhile, Nico Torrez competed in the Moto4 Latin Cup, also in its third round, at the San Nicolรกs circuit in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Torrez achieved his best results of the season, securing a double P8 finish and a P10 across the three races. His performance demonstrated significant improvement and adaptation, progressively lowering his lap times throughout the weekend.
Cuevas's consistent performance, marked by wins and podiums, positions him well for the championship finale in September. Torrez's strong showings in Argentina solidify his presence among the top 10 in the Moto4 Latin Cup, a formative category for top-tier motorcycle racing. Both riders' achievements highlight Paraguay's growing presence in international motorsports.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.