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Matt Hall Snags Second 2018 Red Bull Air Race Win

Michael Goulian, Matt Hall and Martin Sonka celebrate after a tough battle in Chiba, Japan. Balazs Gardi/Red Bull Content Pool
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Key Takeaways:

  • Matt Hall won the Red Bull Air Race in Chiba, Japan, narrowly beating Michael Goulian, leaving both pilots tied for the Masters Class overall lead with 36 points each.
  • Defending champion and home favorite Yoshi Muroya was disqualified in the Round of 14 after exceeding the G-limit due to a last-minute tail configuration change.
  • The intense battle for the World Championship trophy will continue with upcoming races in Budapest, Kazan, Wiener Neustadt, and Indianapolis.
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The Red Bull Air Race in Chiba, Japan, this weekend did not disappoint when it comes to the excitement the races have become known for. Australian pilot Matt Hall ended up standing on top of the Masters Class podium for the second time this season, beating out American Michael Goulian by only three tenths of a second. The two pilots have dominated the first three races and are now tied at 36 points each.

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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