Meet Axel Pons, Former Racing Star Who Has Been Walking Barefoot For Six Years

Last Updated:December 06, 2024, 18:25 IST

Axel Pons, son of renowned racer Sito Pons, pursued motorcycle racing before stepping away in 2016. After briefly venturing into modeling, he embarked on his barefoot journey around the world in 2019

Moto2 World Championship competitor Axel Pons has foregone footwear, opting to traverse the globe barefoot. (News18 Hindi)

We have often come across people who rise from humble beginnings to great heights. When individuals transition from rags to riches, they often become immersed in the glamorous world. However, some people yearn for a peaceful life, choosing to distance themselves from the allure of such glamour.

According to a report by Oddity Central, racer Axel Pons, once a star in the world of motorcycle racing, made an unexpected decision six years ago. Pons, who once thrived in a world of speed, now lives at a slower pace, no longer driven to outpace others.

Moto2 World Championship competitor Axel Pons has foregone footwear, opting to traverse the globe barefoot. According to a report by Oddity Central, Pons embarked on his shoeless journey six years ago, equipped with just a backpack.

Axel Pons, son of renowned motorcycle racer Sito Pons, followed in his father’s footsteps and embarked on his own motorcycle racing career. However, after the 2016 championship, he decided to take a break from the racing world and explore new avenues. Briefly dabbling in modelling, Pons made a life-altering decision in 2019 to embark on a barefoot journey around the world. This unique story of the former Spanish racer is currently capturing global attention.

Axel embarked on a barefoot journey three years ago, seeking to shed life’s burdens. Choosing to carry only a backpack, his minimalist approach to life is evident. In a recent interview conducted in Pakistan, Axel, barefoot as ever, appeared remarkably different from his former self. Originally from Spain, Axel participated in ten seasons of Moto2 racing from 2008 to 2017. He now expresses boredom with his former fast-paced life and desires a slower, more deliberate existence.

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