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Red Bull Air Race Season Concludes After Exhilarating Final Competition

Martin Sonka flies through an Airgate at the Texas Motor Speedway. Predrag Vuckovic/Red Bull Content Pool
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Key Takeaways:

  • The 2018 Red Bull Air Race season concluded in Fort Worth, Texas, with a tight championship battle among top contenders Michael Goulian, Martin Sonka, and Matt Hall.
  • Championship leader Michael Goulian experienced significant setbacks, including plane damage and engine issues, hindering his performance in the final weekend.
  • Martin Sonka secured victory in the challenging final race, narrowly beating Matt Hall, to claim both the event win and the overall 2018 Red Bull Air Race World Championship title.
  • The final World Championship podium saw Martin Sonka take gold, Matt Hall silver, and Michael Goulian bronze.
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The 2018 Red Bull Air Race season had an exciting conclusion this weekend at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, where frigid temperatures forced pilots, race teams, organizers and spectators alike to bundle up. The weekend began with much excitement as the top three contenders were all in positions to stand at the top of the podium.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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