Yamaha R3 bLU cRU European Superfinale: Spain’s Gonzalo Sanchez is the 2023 R3 SuperFinale Winner 22 riders from seven different countries gave their all over the course of two fantastic races at Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, Portugal, as they fought it out for the chance to win the ‘crown’ and a supported ride in next year’s Yamaha R3 bLUcRU European Championship. In Race 1 it was 15-year-old Sanchez who took command, pulling out a very impressive lead of over six seconds on the chasing pack. Behind him a large group of riders were in contention for the final two podium spots and a superb last lap from fellow Spaniard Natalia Rivera saw her take second place. Italy’s Christian Pucci completed the Race 1 podium. With his confidence levels high following such a dominant victory, Sanchez seemed odds on favourite to take a second win when Race 2 rolled around,