For AON Racing – Tourne Campervans, Round 5 of the UCI DH World Cup was a weekend of highs, lows, and deep pride—backed by the power, control, and consistency of Hayes Dominion brakes.
The course was steep, physical, and full of natural features that punished hesitation. In this kind of arena, the margin for error shrinks, and braking becomes a make-or-break factor. And that’s where Dominion shined.

Reece Wilson Qualifies for Finals – and Finds His Flow
After a tough start to the season, Reece Wilson came alive in La Thuile. He qualified directly in Q1—his first finals appearance of 2025—and he did it confidently, on flat pedals, no less.
More importantly, Reece said it himself: “I finally felt like myself again.”
That’s a win in any book—and in finals, he followed through with a top-40 finish, riding smooth, calculated lines down one of the year’s most demanding tracks. With Hayes Dominion A4 brakes at his fingertips, Reece was able to brake late, stay light, and trust the setup underneath him.

Monika Hrastnik: Charging Toward Consistency
Monika Hrastnik once again showed why she’s one of the most reliable names in the women’s field, qualifying straight into finals even after a less-than-perfect Q1. She went on to secure a strong 11th place in finals—just outside the top 10.
Monika’s riding was all about controlled aggression, and on a track like La Thuile—where braking zones are steep, loose, and full of consequence—her Dominion-equipped rig gave her the confidence to commit.

Stan, Henry & Hattie: Setbacks and Strength

Stan Nisbet narrowly missed finals with a 22nd-place qualifying result, but continues to show signs of growth in his first full elite season

Henry Kerr was on a promising Q2 run before a crash ended his weekend early. Medical checks followed, and we’re wishing him a full recovery.

Harriet Harnden, after a heavy crash during practice, sat out the weekend’s racing entirely. The team is prioritizing her recovery, and we’re backing her all the way.

Even when the results don’t show up, the resilience and professionalism of this crew never waver. And that’s something we’re proud to support.


Enduro: Vid Persak Rides On Through the Dark
In the UCI Enduro World Cup, Vid Persak fought through a rough start after crashing on Stage 1 but regrouped with strong riding—especially on the night stage, where he showed the same grit that’s earned him nine national titles.
He finished 43rd, a result that doesn’t reflect the fight he showed across a demanding day.
Braking for the Brave
At Hayes, we don’t take this lightly: every corner held, every crash avoided, every fraction of a second clawed back under pressure—that’s what great braking enables.
The AON Racing riders don’t just race—they commit. And in La Thuile, with its blind drops and brutal cambers, they relied on Dominion brakes to stay in control, hold their line, and ride to their limits.
We’re proud to back this team—and proud that Dominion brakes continue to prove themselves on the world’s steepest stages.
Onward to the next round. Let’s keep pushing.