Riders take a tumble at start of 'toughest' motorcross race

Some 1,500 competitors took part in the 19th annual Erzberg Rodeo, which took place on the slopes of Eisenerz, Austria. The thrilling event comprises a number of racing battles, culminating in the toughest off-road race in the world: the Hare Scramble. This great footage shows a number of riders tumble and fall at the start of this years’ heartstopping high-altitude race. Credit:czyfoto.