Febvre Wants Podiums

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Monster Energy Yamaha Factory rider Romain Febvre has been in brilliant form of late. Having been selected for Team France for the October held Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, the Frenchman knows that he needs to take good form into the biggest event of the year, set for the Redbud circuit in America.

The 2015 MXGP World Champion picked up a 3-2 result in Switzerland nearly two weeks ago, and then backed it up with 4-5 scores in Bulgaria. Now placed fifth in the MXGP championship points, he is just five points behind Tim Gajser in fourth place and will be looking to catch and pass the two-times world champion in the series points after this weekend’s GP in Turkey.

“I feel OK after two back-to-back GPs,” Febvre said. “For me it is better to have the GPs closer together, so I don’t lose the rhythm from racing, so I actually like it. I was happy to stand on the podium in Switzerland, and last weekend in Bulgaria I was happy with my speed and the way I was riding, but my starts were not great and on that kind of track it was tough to past. I finish fourth and fifth in the races, which was not enough for the podium. I am disappointed with that, but it is what it is. I am looking forward to racing in Turkey, my goal remains the same, I want to be on the podium and to close the gap to the third place in the championship. I will do everything I possibly can to achieve this.”


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As for last weekend, it was a weekend he enjoyed, but starts and trouble with passing riders cost him another podium finish. He knows that getting back on the box in Turkey he will need to improve his starts and is looking forward to this weekend’s event and the unknown of a new circuit in the calendar.

“My weekend started good. I had good speed yesterday, but I missed the starts and this track was very tough to pass on. Everyone’s speed was really close, and it was difficult to make a difference on the other guys. It was very dry with limited line choice. I had a small crash in the second race, and I just tried to give 100% to come back. I am a little bit disappointed with the result, especially for the championship, but I will just look forward to this weekend in Turkey.”

Once Turkey is out of the way, trips to Holland and Italy will give him more chances to impress, before he tries to help France defend the Chamberlain Trophy in America at the start of October. For now though, all his motivation is for a podium in Turkey.

 

Copyright: Photo: Yamaha Racing

Author:

Geoff Meyer

 

Herlings and the Dutch

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Dutch motocross has many riders who have had major success on the FIM Motocross World Championships. From the 1970’s until current hero Jeffrey Herlings the Dutch fans have had something to cheer about. From Gerrit Wolsink in the 1970’s the Dutch Motocross history began to grow. A handful of World Motocross Championships and more than a hundred GP victories have led the Dutch to the forefront of world motocross on many occasions.

Gerrit Wolsink was the original Dutch hero, winning 13 GP’s in one of the toughest eras of the 500cc class. Racing against names like Roger De Coster, Heikki Mikkola and Brad Lackey, Wolsink finished third in the 1975 and 1977 World 500cc championships and second in 1979. He was also known as the King of the 500cc USGP held at the Carlsbad circuit in America, winning four times at the famous circuit.

Kees Van Der Ven was the big bike rider in Holland in the 1980’s. While he never won a motocross world championship he did win 18 GP’s and finished second in the 1980 250cc championship behind Georges Jobe, then backed that up with third in 1981, 1982 and 1983, he then backed that up with third in the 125cc world championship in 1984. He also finished third in the 500cc championship in 1987.

Dave Strijbos won his world motocross championship in the 125cc class in 1986, he was in fact the first Dutchman to ever win a world title and along with John Van den Berk led the golden era of motocross in Holland. He won 27 Grand Prix’s and Strijbos also finished top three on many occasions. Second in the 125cc class in 1985, 1987, 1988 and 1992 and third in 1993.


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John Van Den Berk picked up two motocross world championships, taking his first in 1987 in the 125cc class, and then following that up with victory in the 250cc title in 1988. Van Den Berk also won nine GP’s, seven in the 125cc class and two in the 250 class. Like his fellow countrymen he finished with consistent results in world championship battle. Second in the 125cc class in 1986, followed by first in 1987 (125cc) and 1988 (250cc), and third in the 250cc class in 1989 and 1990.

Pedro Tragter scored his 125cc world championship in 1993. The blonde-haired rider was very consistent at the start of the 1990’s, finishing third in 1991, third in 1992 and third in 1994. Tragter won seven GP’s in his career.

Current king of World motocross Jeffrey Herlings with 81 Grand Prix victories and three world MX2 championships is very much the most successful Dutch motocross racer ever. Many see him as the rider to one day break the records of Stefan Everts, although two years of injury and bad luck have seen his championship tally drop, but not his GP victories.

In two weeks’ time Herlings will try and wrap up the 2018 MXGP championship at his home circuit in Assen, and you can be sure, the country of Holland will celebrate their newest hero and the man who looks like he will lead MXGP for the next decade.

 

Copyright: photo: Kawasaki

Author:

Geoff Meyer

 

Team Italy announced for 2018 Monster Energy FIM MXoN

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The Italian Motorcycle Federation (FMI) has announced their team for the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations at RedBud, USA this October.

Leading the team will be the 9 time FIM Motocross World Champion from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, Antonio Cairoli. Cairoli will manage the wheel in the MXGP class while Yamaha SM Action MC Migliori’s Michele Cervellin will take to MX2 and Gebben Van Venrooy Kawasaki’s Alessandro Lupino will make his return in the Open class. The same group of riders raced last year’s event at Matterley Basin, UK where they took 7th in the team’s classification.

The 2018 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations will be held this 6th and 7th of October at the famous American circuit of RedBud.


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More information about the venue can be found HERE https://www.mxgp.com/tracks/red-bud

 

Additional Links:

Tickets: https://mxon.motocross-tickets.com/en/22471-motocross-of-nations/

FIM: http://www.fim-live.com/

Event Website: http://redbudmxon.com/

Searle, Watson and Anstie Confirmed as the Team GB Selection for the Monster Energy FIM MXoN

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With just over six weeks until the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations heads to RedBud in USA. Team Manager Mark Chamberlain, in conjunction with the ACU Motocross Committee is pleased to announce that the three riders selected to represent Great Britain will be Tommy Searle (MXGP), Ben Watson (MX2) and Max Anstie (MX Open).

Tommy Searle will be lining up to compete in the MXGP class on the Bike It DRT Kawasaki machine. In the past Tommy has proven to be Team GB’s strongest rider at the event and heads into the event as Team GB’s most experienced rider, speaking of his selection Tommy said, “I’m happy to have been chosen to race for my country again as this will be my 10th time doing so. I know what to expect and what it takes, and we will work together as a team and give everything possible!”

The MX2 spot will see Ben Watson make his debut for Team GB at the MXoN, the 21-year-old from Nottingham will be onboard his Kemea Yamaha Official MX2 machine which he is currently sitting fourth in the World MX2 Championship and challenging for the bronze medal. Speaking of his first call up to Team GB, Ben said “I am so motivated to give this opportunity absolutely everything for myself, the whole of GB and everyone who has put their trust in me. I am feeling very privileged to be selected and cannot wait to do all I can along with Max and Tommy to get Team GB on the podium again. Let’s go”


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This year Max Anstie will be lining up in the MX Open class on his Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing machine. After taking a double race win at last year’s event Max has proven his ability to be a front runner. Max has taken a number of overall podiums already this season and commented about his selection by saying “I’m really looking forward to the MXoN this year! I’m going to represent my country with pride and try to get us on the box again!”

With three strong riders, Team Manager Mark Chamberlain commented, “This is year has been really tough to pick the team. Lots of different hurdles had to be overcome to get to this decision. I’m pleased with the riders selected and feel it’s a really strong team. I would like to thank the riders selected and the ones who haven’t made it for their professionalism. It’s great to have so many good riders and all of them wanting to be on Team GB!’

Author:

ACU Press Officer

Arsuz Internationals | After Movie | IDRA 2018 Challengers Cup

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After Movie for the Arsuz Internationals, Race 12 of the IDRA 2018 Challengers Cup, with Drone Yarışçıları Spor Kulübü Derneği in Hatay-Arsuz, Turkey on July 28th-29th.

Check out Drone Yarışçıları Spor Kulübü Derneği: http://www.dyd.org.tr 2018

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Rankings: https://www.idra.co/2018-challengers-…

 

GoPro: Antonio Cairoli FIM MXGP 2018 RD17 Bulgaria Moto 2

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Watch Antonio Cairoli Moto 2 from Round 17 of the 2018 FIM World Motocross championship in Sevlievo, Bulgaria!

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