terrain that was often alien to the Kiwi . Her talented rivals have also enjoyed the luxury of basking in the warmth of many thousands of home fans screaming their support , while Duncan might generally have only half a dozen Kiwis on hand to offer encouragement . So , while winning a world championship title is always difficult , to say it ’ s been especially tough on Duncan is a massive understatement . However , like any Kiwi sportsperson confronting incredible odds , Duncan had faith in her ability , simply gritted her teeth , put her head down and charged ahead . It will no doubt be a similar case when she attempts to defend her world title in Europe in 2024 , but in the meantime she will celebrate .
New Zealand ’ s Courtney Duncan , in almost total control of the world championships in 2023
2023 WMX FINAL STANDINGS 1 . Courtney Duncan ( NZL , KAW ), 270 points 2 . Daniela Guillen ( ESP , GAS ), 240p 3 . Lotte Van Drunen ( NED , KAW ), 230p 4 . Lynn Valk ( NED , FAN ), 211p 5 . Sara Andersen ( DEN , KTM ), 166p 6 . Kiara Fontanesi ( ITA , GAS ), 157p 7 . Larissa Papenmeier ( GER , YAM ), 145p 8 . Britt Jans-Beken ( NED , YAM ), 130p 9 . Charli Cannon ( AUS , YAM ), 106p 10 . Shana van der Vlist ( NED , YAM ), 98p
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