Unfortunately, the first twist of the 12 Hours of Estoril came just half an hour after our first report, when Kenny Foray, riding BMW #37, who was leading the race, crashed at low speed at turn #3.
No physical consequences for the French driver, but the S1000RR, which was able to return to the track to return to its box, requires some repairs.
Noooooooo 😱
Crash for the leading bike! @KennyForay #FIMEWC #12HoursOfEstoril pic.twitter.com/Wnr19X9p2M— FIM EWC (@FIM_EWC) July 17, 2021
So, it is Sylvain Guintoli who leads the race on the handlebars of Suzuki #1, just one second ahead of Yamaha #7 led by Karel Hanika...
Initially, the BMW started back in 19th position and lost 3 laps in the process. Then she made an express pass in the pit lane to reattach something to the front axle.
The #37 back on track with @XaviFores
They're down to 19th position 😔#FIMEWC #12HoursOfEstoril pic.twitter.com/idodsv2UrT— FIM EWC (@FIM_EWC) July 17, 2021
