X Games Mexico 2007 Day One - BMX, Skate Qualifiers

Sep 08 2007 / Mexico City, Mexico

The first day of X Games Mexico Presented by Rockstar Energy Drink kicked off last night at the Palacio de los Deportes. With a strong international representation of competitors from around the Globe participating in BMX Freestyle Vert and Skateboard Street Elimination Rounds, today’s festivities marked the first time an international X Games event has been held in Mexico City. 

In response to the opening day, Gerardo Casanova, general manager, ESPN Mexico said, “We are very excited to have X Games Mexico Presented by Rockstar Energy Drink in our city. Day One was more successful than I could have imagined and I am looking forward to an action-filled weekend,” said Casanova. “

BMX Freestyle Vert Elimination

BMX athletes from Latin America, Spain and the USA performed a showdown of routines including big airs, tail whips, flips and flares. In a close battle between American riders Jay Eggleston, and the youngest competitor, Zack Warden, the USA was a contender for a first qualifying finish. However, a flawless and stylistic finish by Simon Tabron allowed him to emerge victorious over his opponents with a score of 93.00.

Skateboard Street Elimination

Talents from local competitors in Mexico stirred high energy in their hometown as they executed each difficult maneuver. Rodil de Araujo of Brazil commanded the lead with a score of 87.89, with American street skater Greg Lutzka following behind with an 84.44 and Milton Martinez from Argentina ending in third position with an 83.22.

Tomorrow fans can look forward to watching final competitions in BMX Freestyle Vert and Moto X Best Trick. Elimination Rounds will also take place for BMX Freestyle Street and Skateboard Vert. For an updated schedule, go to www.xgames.com/mexico.

Results - BMX Freestyle Vert Elmination

1. Simon Tabron (93.00) Advances directly to final
2. Jay Eggleston (92.33) Advances to the secound round of the the first series
3. Zack Warden (90.33) Advances to the secound round of the the first series
4. Eduardo Terreros (89.67) Advances to the secound round of the the first series
5. Koji Kraft (88.00) Advances to the secound round of the the first series
6. Dave Brumlow (83.00) Advances to the secound round of the the first series
7. Erik Soto (82.33) Advances to the first round
8. Reginaldo Silva (81.33) Advances to the first round
9. Oliver Cantilo (81.00) Advances to the first round
10. Tom Haugen (79.33) Advances to the first round
11. Rubén Luna (78.00) (Eliminated)
12. Cruz Muñóz (77.00) (Eliminated)

Top 10 Qualifiers Skate Street

1. Rodil de Araujo Jr. (87.89)
2. Grez Lutzka (84.44)
3. Milton Martínez (83.22)
4. Dayne Brummet (82.67)
5. Felix May (78.33)
6. Christian Huerta (76.00)
7. Julio Cosio (72.67)
8. Mario Saenz (72.56)
9. Tulio de Oliveira (72.11)
10. Max Barrera (71.22)