GNCC Racing

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing's Josh Strang Rounds Out The Podium With A Third Place Finish

Monday, April 18, 2016 | 1:35 PM

GNCC Big Buck Round 4 took place today in Union, South Carolina. Weather conditions were warm with temperatures reaching the high 70's.Track conditions were dry and the dust levels were high, especially throughout the infield. The more wooded parts of the track were torn up with a few small water crossings and a couple technical single-track sections. Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing's Josh Strang didn't get the start that he was hoping for, but his determination quickly brought him towards the front of the pack. 

By lap 2, Josh Strang went through mile five, in 5th place, right behind 4th place. He held this pace and gained some time on the next lap. As the 4th lap continued, Strang made the pass into 3rd, close behind 2nd place and closing the gap between 1st. This tight battle continued for up to the last lap. Josh Stang made a quick pit for a splash of gas and was off, only 7 seconds behind 2nd place. He was quickly and he maintained the position until he crossed the finish line in 3rd

Josh Strang pushed through dusty conditions during GNCC round 4 and finished in third place. 
Josh Strang pushed through dusty conditions during GNCC round 4 and finished in third place.  Photo: Ken Hill

"Today was a tough one and I didn't get the best start. The dust was heavy and really hard to ride in, but overall, I am happy to get on the podium again." said Josh Strang.

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing's Andrew DeLong did not participate in this round due to a previously sustained injury. 

GNCC Round 4 Results:

XC1 Pro

1 KAILUB RUSSEL KTM
2 CHRIS BACH HON
3 JOSH V STRANG HSQ
4 RYAN SIPES HSQ
5 JORDAN ASHBURN KTM

XC1 Pro Overall Results

1 JOSH V STRANG HSQ 106 PTS
2 KAILUB RUSSEL KTM 106 PTS
3 CHRISTOPHER BACH HON 71 PTS
4 RYAN SIPES HSQ 66 PTS
5 DANIEL MILNER YAM 61 PTS