COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE

A Paris, le 18 octobre 2021

Réunion interministérielle en présence de la FFM et la FFSA sur les émissions sonores.Une réunion interministérielle, présidée par Monsieur Gilles Quénéhervé, Directeur des sports, s’est tenue au ministère chargé des Sports le 7 octobre 2021 au sujet des émissions sonores dans les sports mécaniques en présence de la Fédération Française de Motocyclisme (FFM) et de la Fédération Française du Sport Automobile (FFSA).

L’ensemble des ministères concernés par ce dossier (ministère chargé des Sports, ministère des Solidarités et de la Santé, ministère de la Transition écologique et le ministère de l’Intérieur) ont, sur leur demande, évoqué avec les deux Fédérations sportives délégataires le régime applicable aux activités des sports mécaniques depuis le décret n° 2017-1244 du 7 août 2017 relatif aux émissions sonores (dit « décret bruit »).

Lors de cette réunion, les ministères ont tenu à souligner d’une part, le travail normatif important mené par les Fédérations ces dernières années en matière de réduction des émissions sonores à la source des véhicules et d’autre part, les efforts réalisés par les gestionnaires de circuits visant à garantir autant que faire se peut la tranquillité publique dans le cadre de leurs activités quotidiennes.

La FFM et la FFSA ont ainsi pu aborder en toute transparence le régime actuel et les conséquences qu’il pouvait avoir pour la 2^ème Filière économique et sportive en France. Les Fédérations ont proposé différents axes d’évolution aux ministères présents. Surtout, elles ont exprimé leur volonté de mener un travail collaboratif avec l’Etat visant à définir un régime cohérent et proportionné aux sports mécaniques.

Souhaitant s’inscrire dans cette logique, les ministères ont décidé d’immédiatement institutionnaliser un groupe de travail juridique devant répondre à cet objectif.

La FFM et la FFSA tiennent à souligner la qualité de la première réunion interministérielle et à remercier l’engagement des différents ministères dans ce dossier.

Nicolas Deschaux(Président de la FFSA)et Sébastien Poirier (Président de la FFM) :
« Cette première réunion interministérielle constitue une excellente base pour engager, collectivement, un travail visant à définir un régime cohérent et proportionné pour les activités des sports mécaniques tout en tenant compte de la tranquillité publique.
Pour la première fois dans ce dossier, nous avons pu aborder directement le décret bruit auprès de l’ensemble des ministères concernés. Il était important qu’ils aient conscience des conséquences de ce décret pour l’ensemble des sports en France et plus directement pour les sports mécaniques.
La décision de la création immédiate de ce groupe de travail juridique est une réponse positive adressée par l’Etat. »

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  MXGP of Spain 

MXGP 2021    Round 13 

Spanish Podium for Gajser keeps him in MXGP championship hunt

A solid day in Spain, saw Team HRC’s Tim Gajser maintain his third position in the MXGP championship battle after his four-two results gave him third overall at the Intu-Xanadu Arroyomolinos track.

Located just outside of Madrid, the venue was packed with new tribunes which the 26,000 Spanish fans filled to the brim, with enthusiastic and vociferous support. The supporters at the last two rounds have really added an extra element that had been missing for over 18 months and it is great to see world championship motocross returning to normality.

On the track, Gajser started the day with second gate pick after one of his strongest qualification sessions of the season, a statement that he didn’t want a repeat of France where he struggled with a poor gate pick. He then kept this momentum in both races with excellent starts that gave him a chance of battling for the lead. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to capitalise fully in either race but they were encouraging signs that the Honda CRF450RW is still one of the fastest round the first bend.

In race one, the Slovenian rider stayed in third place for most of the moto, stalking second, but unable to make a pass stick in what was a pretty one-lined track. Then, just at looked like would finally find his way round with a couple of laps remaining, he made a small mistake around the edge of the track and ended up losing a position instead. This dropped him to fourth place, where he would eventually cross the chequered flag.

Knowing that he couldn’t afford a similar mistake in race two, he got an even better start, rounding the first corner in second place. A small off-track excursion dropped him a position but his laptimes were good and he was looking menacing once again as passing was still at a premium. At the midway point of the moto, he’d finally found the spot to make his move and swept through into second just after the finish line jump. With half of the race still to go, he tried to chase down the leader but the gap was just too far and instead he had to settle for second place, giving him third place on the podium.

The series now heads to Trentino, in northern Italy for the first triple-header of the season and a track where Gajser has very fond recent memories. He had a great performance in 2019 to win that GP overall and then he won the 2020 MXGP world title at the triple-header there last year. He knows he’ll have to be at his very best to repeat those results, but he’s hoping a lot of Slovenian fans will make the trip to cheer him on as he attempts to win his fifth championship in just seven years, in what will be an extremely tense last five rounds.

Tim Gajser   ²⁴³

Once again it was a round where I did much better in the second moto than the first. It is frustrating to have made those mistakes in race one, which cost me valuable points but I was very happy with how I started in both races and it was nice to ride well in the second moto. Now we head to the final five rounds in Italy, with three in Trentino and two in Mantova and I really hope I get a lot of support because it really makes a difference around the track. I’m excited to get to get to Trentino as it is a place I love riding and I really want to make a big final push for the championship there.

Marcus Pereira de Freitas

HRC General Manager – MXGP

It was positive to see Tim get out of the gate well in both races. We know he’d been working hard at this and it was good to see that work paying off. Unfortunately he made a couple of mistakes but overall, it was a strong day and although the gap is 15 points, we are still fighting hard and we head to Trentino fully motivated to get the gap down.

Race 1 

Pos.RiderNumNationPoints TeamTime/Gap 1FEBVRE Romain3FRA25Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing35:26.8732PRADO GARCIA Jorge61SPA22Red Bull KTM Factory Racing0:01.7413HERLINGS Jeffrey84NDL20Red Bull KTM Factory Racing0:02.8054GAJSER Tim243SLO18Team HRC – MXGP0:12.7195SEEWER Jeremy91SWI16Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team0:18.3666JONASS Pauls41LAT15Standing Construct GasGas Factory Racing Team0:19.0877CAIROLI Antonio222ITA14Red Bull KTM Factory Racing0:37.9018PATUREL Benoit16FRA13Honda SR Motoblouz0:40.7359TONUS Arnaud4SWI12hostettler Yamaha Racing0:41.43110COLDENHOFF Glenn259NDL11Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team0:44.62011KJER OLSEN Thomas19DEN10Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing0:46.35712VLAANDEREN Calvin10NDL9Gebben Van Venrooy Yamaha Racing0:46.96213BOGERS Brian189NDL8Standing Construct GasGas Factory Racing Team0:47.92214LUPINO Alessandro77ITA7MRT Racing Team KTM0:48.25715SIMPSON Shaun24GBR6SS24 KTM MXGP1:00.73016VAN HOREBEEK Jeremy89BEL5Beta SDM Corse MX Team1:06.71917GUILLOD Valentin92SWI4Standing Construct KTM1:11.51118LOCURCIO Lorenzo183VEN3JD Gunnex KTM Racing Team1:14.40719WATSON Ben919GBR2Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team1:17.58720BRYLYAKOV Vsevolod18RUS1JWR Honda Racing1:19.052

Race 2 

Pos.RiderNumNationPoints TeamTime/Gap 1HERLINGS Jeffrey84NDL25Red Bull KTM Factory Racing35:16.3052GAJSER Tim243SLO22Team HRC – MXGP0:04.2813PRADO GARCIA Jorge61SPA20Red Bull KTM Factory Racing0:11.7174CAIROLI Antonio222ITA18Red Bull KTM Factory Racing0:17.6145JONASS Pauls41LAT16Standing Construct GasGas Factory Racing Team0:21.6266BOGERS Brian189NDL15Standing Construct GasGas Factory Racing Team0:24.5377FEBVRE Romain3FRA14Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing0:28.0278SEEWER Jeremy91SWI13Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team0:39.7169PATUREL Benoit16FRA12Honda SR Motoblouz0:52.

Villars : huitième titre in extremis pour Sylvain Bidart et premier titre pour Sylvain Dabert

dimanche 17 octobre 2021

// Apothéose pour la finale de l’Enduro GP à Langeac !

La météo du week-end est restée constante : du grand soleil et des températures supérieures à 20°C ! Ces conditions printanières combinées au spectacle annoncé ont donné envie au public de venir en masse à Langeac pour cette ultime journée de la finale du championnat du monde Borilli FIM EnduroGP 2021. Au cumul de ces trois jours de course, pas moins de 25 000 personnes ont fait le déplacement sur la communauté de communes Rives du Haut Allier dont fait partie Langeac.

Comme hier, la centaine pilotes du National Trophy sont partis à la suite des pilotes EnduroGP et ont ainsi pu s’en donner à cœur joie sur les différents éléments du parcours.

Au cumul des deux jours., Enzo Marchal (Fantic, n°852) remporte le scratch solo devant William Criq (KTM) et Anthony Aubery (Sherco). L’équipe des Aigles Aptesiens (Anthony Aubery et Stéphane Alves) remporte le scratch équipe et la catégorie Trophée Motos Clubs.

Dans le championnat du Monde Borilli FIM EnduroGP, le suspense a tenu jusqu’à la fin. Les derniers titres de champion du monde sont revenus à l’anglais Brad Freeman (Beta) qui réalise le doublé en catégorie EnduroGP et E3 et à l’Italien Andrea Verona en E1.

Les meilleurs représentants Français sont Christophe Charlier (Beta) 6ème en E1, David Abgrall (Husqvarna) 9ème en E2 et Antoine Basset (Beta) 7ème en E3. Léo Lequere (Sherco) termine 6ème en catégorie Junior tandis que Léo Joyon (Beta) échoue au pied du podium en catégorie Youth. Justine Martel (KTM) termine 4ème chez les féminines.

« Je suis vraiment fier du travail accompli par l’ensemble des bénévoles ces derniers mois et plus particulièrement ce week-end. La fête a été totale et je crois que nous avons gagné notre pari d’organiser la finale du championnat du monde d’EnduroGP !

C’était un pari un peu fou pour un jeune moto club comme le nôtre qui a été créée il y a tout juste 5 ans ! Après le succès de la finale du championnat de France d’Enduro que nous avions organisée il y a deux ans, nous avons réussi à mobiliser toutes les énergies nécessaires pour franchir une étape supplémentaire avec l’organisation de ce mondial.

Le travail paie et c’est vraiment l’ensemble de tous les acteurs qu’il faut saluer en commençant par les collectivités territoriales qui ont su nous soutenir dès le début. Je tiens à remercier aussi tous les partenaires, les mécènes et les nombreuses entreprises qui ont joué le jeu avec nous et que j’associe pleinement au succès de ce week-end. Je terminerai ces remerciements en direction de nos bénévoles qui se sont pleinement investis et qui font la force du Moto Club du Haut Allier. »

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Une victoire de manche pour Romain Febvre en Espagne

Vainqueur de la première manche du MXGP d’Espagne, Romain Febvre termine quatrième du Grand Prix après avoir livré une superbe remontée en seconde manche.

Qualifié en troisième position le matin sur ce circuit artificiel construit dans la banlieue de Madrid, à proximité d’un centre commercial, Romain allait choisir la cinquième grille de départ, donnant un angle parfait en direction du premier virage. Au premier départ l‘officiel Monster Energy Kawasaki virait en seconde position, et dès les premiers tours il allait imprimer un rythme élevé à la course en signant les tours les plus rapides, tout en cherchant ou doubler Jorge Prado, le chouchou du public Espagnol. Un pilote toujours difficile à doubler, et alors qu’au huitième des dix neuf tours de course l’affaire semblait bien engagée, une ornière se brisait et faisait perdre quelques secondes à Romain qui trouvait finalement l’ouverture peu après et doublait son adversaire dans le virage précédant la série de vagues. Une fois en tête il allait s’échapper, s’isolant de ses rivaux avec une avance de huit secondes qu’il allait gérer jusqu’à l’arrivée qu’il franchissait en vainqueur. Changeant de place sur la grille pour le second départ, Romain allait se faire serrer peu après le baisser de grille et virait hors du top dix ; pire, quelques virages plus loin il se retrouvait pris dans un accrochage et se retrouvait coincé sous sa moto. Pointé peu après vingt quatrième il allait se lancer dans une belle remontée ; quatorzième un tour plus tard, signant des temps au tour similaires à ceux des leaders bien qu’évoluant dans le trafic, il accédait au top dix après dix minutes de course. Il gagnera encore trois places d’ici l’arrivée, les hommes de tête ayant profité d’une piste dégagée pour creuser les écarts ; septième à l’arrivée, et quatrième du GP à un petit point du podium, il conserve sa seconde place au championnat alors que les cinq derniers GP sont programmés dans les dix huit jours à venir.

Romain Febvre : « La piste était vraiment superbe, très bien préparée et dès le matin j’ai eu un bon feeling, signant le troisième temps chrono. J’ai pris un bon départ en première manche, second derrière Jorge Prado ; j’ai essayé à plusieurs reprises de le doubler, en vain, et de mon côté j’ai aussi fait quelques erreurs avant d’arriver finalement à le doubler. J’ai alors imprimé un gros rythme pendant quelques tours pour creuser l’écart, content de cette course. Malheureusement mon second départ n’a pas été aussi bon et dans le troisième virage on s’est accrochés avec d’autres pilotes et je me suis retrouvé sous ma moto ; je suis reparti dernier, mais j’avais une bonne vitesse et j’ai pu revenir en septième position. Mis à part cette chute tout s’est bien passé ce weekend, je suis content d’être revenu septième car quand je suis reparti je ne pensais pas que cela serait possible. Maintenant nous allons à Arco, une de mes pistes préférées et j’espère décrocher de bons résultats là bas pour rester dans la course au titre. »

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1-2 FOR HERLINGS AND PRADO AT PACKED SPANISH GRAND PRIXMXGP 2021 Round 13 of 18, Intu Xanadú Arroyomolinos (SPA)

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing continued their streak of premium results and podium presence in the 2021 FIM Motocross World Championship as Jeffrey Herlings celebrated his sixth MXGP victory of the season ahead of Jorge Prado around the Spanish hard-pack of Intu Xanadú Arroyomolinos for round 13 of 18 in the current series. Tom Vialle finished runner-up in MX2 for his sixth rostrum appearance in a row.

– Herlings marginally extends MXGP Championship lead with fifth win from the last six races- The Dutchman now has 96 career victories and 11 podiums from 13 rounds in 2021- Prado sends bumper home crowd crazy with 2nd overall and fifth trophy of the year- Cairoli improves condition and performance to take 5th overall- Vialle wins his tenth MX2 moto of 2021, Guadagnini and Hofer also in the top five The curving and rutty hardpacked soil of Intu Xanadú Arroyomolinos entertained MXGP for the second time after the new circuit opened its gates in 2020. For the 2021 Grand Prix of Spain the facility was able to welcome some of the large catchment of spectators, thanks to the close proximity to the centre of Madrid and the trackside fences were full to capacity to see the likes of home hero Jorge Prado in action. The sun shone for the one-day event and the terrain was technical and demanding. MXGP For the fifth Grand Prix in a row (and for the ninth time this season) Jeffrey Herlings secured Pole Position in MXGP Timed Practice. The Dutchman was just seven-hundredths of a second ahead of Tim Gajser as Jorge Prado qualified 4th and Tony Cairoli in 11th. 

Herlings was buried deep in the top ten at the start of the first moto. He had to charge hard to reach 4th and then profited from a mistake by Gajser to take 3rd. Jorge Prado was 2nd. The 20-year-old was pushed all race by the noisy crowd and jostled for the lead briefly before being passed by Romain Febvre. Prado – who could only make 16th and 12th last Sunday in France in the wake of surgery to fix a cut under his left arm – resisted Herlings’ threat on the last lap to bank 22 points. Cairoli struggled with an errant stone in his boot but the Italian classified 7th.

 In the second moto Herlings started brighter to immediately put pressure on the holeshotting Prado. Cairoli was also inside the top five and set the fastest lap in the opening stages. By mid-race distance Herlings was able to find a spot to relegate his teammate and pulled clear. It was his tenth moto win of the year and ensured he has taken the flag once in seven of the last eight Grands Prix. Prado kept Cairoli at bay for 3rd position as the teammates crossed the line 3-4. For Prado the result permitted his first podium visit for three rounds. Cairoli’s 5th overall was his best finish since the GP of Turkey prior to the Motocross of Nations. Herlings has stretched his world championship lead to 12 points over Romain Febvre, 15 ahead of Tim Gajser, 65 in front of Prado and 86 adrift of Tony Cairoli. Five rounds and a maximum of 250 points remain. 

Jeffrey Herlings:“We started off strong in Timed Practice and I had a good jump off the gate in the first moto but rode into the first two turns too careful; like an old grandma! I got up to 10th but a good start is crucial now because the guys in 7th-8th are riding so fast and when they have good lines it is hard to pass. It took me some time to get going. The first 15 minutes were awful but the last 15 were really good. I came from far back and closed-up to the leaders. The second moto start was better. Tim [Gajser] made a mistake and I was into 2nd. Jorge was tough to pass but he was riding the right lines. Once I managed it, I was able to check-out and control the race. It was good. I’m looking forward to Arco and the shorter start straight there!”


Jorge Prado:“I loved it with the fans today. It’s the first time I’ve had such support. After my two MX2 titles we haven’t had a home GP with a full crowd, so this is the first time I’ve felt this positive energy. They were amazing today. Last weekend was a real struggle but I managed two days of riding this week and could get a bit more into the rhythm. Even though I was not 100% coming into the weekend I gave my all as always. I think you could see it. I had two good starts and those were key. I rode quite OK, and I was difficult to pass! I think I will make it even harder in the next couple of rounds with even more bike time.”

Tony Cairoli: “A tough race today but I’m actually happy about my feeling, and my health is getting better. I didn’t have the same problem as the last few races where I had to ride with painkillers. The starts were important again and in the first moto I messed up. My pace was improving when I had a stone come into my boot; something very strange that has never happened to me before. I had to stop and open the boot because it was hurting a lot. So, I lost a couple of positions that I then fought to regain. I enjoyed riding this weekend and made the most of a good start in the second moto. I caught Jorge but never really had the chance to pass him. 4th was OK and we’ll take the positive thing about my chest and ribs feeling better, which means we’ll hopefully be even more competitive in Arco.”

Dirk Gruebel, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager:“A good weekend again and serious points for Jeffrey but the red plate changes around and it looks like it will go down to the last race because none of these guys are pulling away. It’s tight racing in the top five. It’s also tough mentally because one mistake can mean a big cost. The steps Tom has been making are amazing. He had the chance to win here again but didn’t find the good flow like the first moto. He’s one of the fastest guys out there. It’s a shame he missed a couple of rounds otherwise it would be similar to MXGP at the top of the standings. He’s only 10 points away from P2 and nobody would have dreamt of that when he came back from that injury.” MX2 Rene Hofer set the 2nd fastest lap in Timed Practice and was just a tenth of a second from his first Pole Position. Only one second split the top eleven riders and Tom Vialle (7th) was in that group while Mattia Guadagnini was 15th after weathering a big crash in the Free Practice. Vialle produced his customary ‘MO’ in the first moto by seizing the holeshot with his KTM 250 SX-F and set the pace at the front of the pack. It was his tenth checkered flag of the season and eighth from the last twelve outings. Guadagnini had a lonely race to 3rd while Hofer had to recover from a mediocre start to take 5th.

The MX2 world champion couldn’t rediscover his flow in the second moto and had to be content with 3rd position behind Maxime Renaux and Jago Geerts. At one stage Vialle was close to overtaking the Belgian but tipped over in a corner and sacrificed precious ground and time. The 1-3 was enough for the second step of the box. Guadagnini also made some small mistakes and his run to 8th (after initially battling with Jed Beaton for the podium) gave him 4th overall. Hofer entered the top six and his 5-6 scorecard allowed Red Bull KTM to witness all three athletes in the top five of the Grand Prix ranking.

Guadagnini is 3rd in the championship standings and 1 point from 2nd. Vialle, 4th, has caught up to sit just 10 points from 2nd place as well. Hofer’s consistency means that the Austrian has nudged forwards to 6th.

Tom Vialle:“Two great starts and I had a very good feeling on the bike in the first moto. It took me a bit more to get going in the second moto and Maxime had some nice lines. I got faster and was closing-up to Jago [Geerts] when I had a small crash, and that was it. Trying to win every moto every weekend is not easy! Sometimes you have to accept that it won’t happen and when the others are faster. I will go again in Arco. The goal is to try and finish 2nd in the championship and I like the track next week, so I’ll give my best again.”

Mattia Guadagnini:“The day started quite badly with a big crash in Free Practice and I had to change the bike and wasn’t feeling too good, especially in Timed Practice. I had a good start in the first race and although I made an error and [Maxime] Renaux past me I ran some decent lines. It was a pretty lonely race in 3rd. I went too wide in the first corner of the second moto but too many mistakes, especially when I was trying to pass [Jed] Beaton for the podium. I jumped too long and lost control of the bike. I then tried not to lose many points and 8th was OK, even though I’m not happy with that second race. I should have been on the podium. We’re close for second in the championship and we’ll have plenty of home races now.”

Rene Hofer:“A solid day: nothing more, nothing less. It was all about the position after the first lap. In both motos I got stuck behind some guys almost stopped in the ruts and lost a few places. My speed was good. I cannot be too disappointed. Perhaps I need to make some better line choices on the first laps. It was difficult to get a flow in the ruts here. Anyway, some decent points for the championship and we’ll try again next weekend.” The final five dates of 2021 MXGP will all take place in Italy and within the next three weeks. A triple header line-up at Arco di Trento in Trentino will form rounds fourteen, fifteen and sixteen before the series moves to 2021 Motocross of Nations venue, Mantova, for the final two Grands Prix. Results MXGP Spain 2021 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (3-1)2. Jorge Prado (ESP), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (2-3)3. Tim Gajser (SLO), Honda (4-2)4. Romain Febvre (FRA), Kawasaki (1-7)5. Tony Cairoli (ITA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (7-4)Standings MXGP 2021 after 13 of 18 rounds1. Jeffrey Herlings 505points2. Romain Febvre 4933. Tim Gajser 4904. Jorge Prado 4405. Tony Cairoli 419Results MX2 Spain 2021 1. Maxime Renaux (FRA), Yamaha (2-1)2. Tom Vialle (FRA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (1-3)3. Jed Beaton (AUS) Husqvarna (4-4)4. Mattia Guadagnini (ITA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (3-8)5. Rene Hofer (AUT), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (5-6)Standings MX2 2021 after 13 of 18 rounds 1. Maxime Renaux 535 points2. Jago Geerts 4273. Mattia Guadagnini 4264. Tom Vialle 4175. Jed Beaton 3956. Rene Hofer 364

JED BEATON STEPS ONTO THE ROSTRUM AT MXGP ROUND 13CONSISTENT 4-4 RESULT FROM THE MX2 ACE SECURES THIRD OVERALL IN SPAIN

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jed Beaton has placed an impressive third overall at round 13 of the MX2 World Championship in Spain. Charging hard in both motos, the Australian moved forwards in each race to secure two fourth-place results for his third trip to the overall podium this season. For Kay de Wolf, the Dutchman secured sixth in race one before a big crash in moto two resulted in an 18th place finish and 12th overall. Competing in the MXGP class, Thomas Kjer Olsen enjoyed a consistent day to put together a pair of positive race results on his way to securing 11th overall.

Continuing to post strong, consistent results as the season nears its conclusion, round 13 of the MX2 World Championship was no different for Jed Beaton as he placed an impressive third overall at the MXGP of Spain. In the opening moto of the day, the Australian carved a tight inside line around the first corner, before being pushed wide in turn two where he frustratingly lost a handful of positions. With Beaton feeling comfortable on the hard and rutted track, he quickly made a number of passes during the early laps of the moto to advance into fourth place where he would remain for the duration of the race.

After the gate dropped for moto two, Beaton enjoyed an improved start and was well-placed inside the top five. On lap two he would make the pass on teammate Kay de Wolf for fourth but despite his very best efforts, Jed was unable to reel in the top three. Completing the moto in fourth secured his spot on the podium and with another solid points haul, Jed further extends his margin over sixth place in the series standings.

For Kay de Wolf, the youngster impressed in race one, pushing forwards from outside the top 10 and after coming out on top of an intense battle with Isak Gifting, secured sixth place in the moto. In race two, Kay once again found himself in sixth before a big crash three laps from the finish relegated him downfield. Remounting to end the race in 18th position, the Dutchman was rewarded with three vital championship points and 12th overall.

In the MXGP Class, Thomas Kjer Olsen posted a consistent 11-12 result for 11th overall. Following a mid-pack start in race one, the Dane progressed throughout the moto to complete the race just under two seconds behind Glenn Coldenhoff in 10th. For moto two, the FC 450 mounted racer backed up his race one result with a 12th place finish and now looks forward to the Italian triple-header starting next weekend.

For Arminas Jasikonis, it was a difficult day as crashes in both races kept the Lithuanian from scoring points in either moto.

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing return to FIM Motocross World Championship action next weekend at the MXGP of Trentino, for the first of three consecutive rounds to take place at the Pietramurata circuit.

Jed Beaton:“It’s been a good day but in both motos I was pushed wide in the second turn which cost me a few positions in both races. I had good starts, stayed tight around the first turn but then that set me up on the outside for turn two. I made things happen quickly in both races which I’m really happy with, but by the time I got into fourth the top three were just a little out of reach. It’s nice to be back on the podium, though, for myself and the team. We’ve all been working really hard so to get back on the box makes it all worthwhile.”

Kay de Wolf:“I was putting together a pretty decent GP but in the second one I had a pretty big crash and broke my nose. It was a struggle for the last two laps, and I ended up 18th for three points which may prove to be really important at the end of the season. After finishing sixth in race one I was confident of doing the same in race two, but crashes happen and it’s frustrating. Overall, I’m ok and I’ll be doing everything I can to be ready for next weekend.”

Thomas Kjer Olsen:“It was a tough GP but overall, I’m quite happy with the end result just because of the feeling I had on the bike. In the first race I was able to move forward and felt great, making passes and I found some good lines as well which really helped. I did actually exert myself a little but too much in that one as for race two I felt strong, I just didn’t have that last little bit to push like I did in race one. I would say it was a solid weekend and now it’s onto Arco next weekend. I know that track really well so I’m looking forward to three GPs there.”

Arminas Jasikonis:“Today was disappointing. I crashed in both races and with everyone racing at such a similar speed, it makes things really difficult. In race two I had a bad start and then something damaged my rear brake and then I crashed so that was not good. Overall, not the weekend I expected but I’m healthy and looking forward to next weekend.”

Results – 2021 FIM Motocross World Championship, Round 13

MXGP – Overall
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM) 45pts; 2. Jorge Prado (KTM) 42; 3. Tim Gajser (Honda) 40… 11. Thomas Kjer Olsen (Husqvarna) 19

MXGP – Race 1
1. Romain Febvre (Kawasaki) 35:26:873, 19 laps; 2. Jorge Prado (KTM) 35:28:614; 3. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM) 35:29:678… 11. Thomas Kjer Olsen (Husqvarna) 36:13:230; 24. Arminas Jasikonis (Husqvarna) 36:57:915

MXGP – Race 2
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM) 35:16:305, 19 laps; 2. Tim Gajser (Honda) 35:20:586; 3. Jorge Prado (KTM) 35:28:022… 12. Thomas Kjer Olsen (Husqvarna) 36:18:458; 25. Arminas Jasikonis (Husqvarna) 35:39:689, 18 laps

MX2 – Overall
1. Maxime Renaux (Yamaha) 47pts; 2. Tom Vialle (KTM) 45; 3. Jed Beaton (Husqvarna) 36… 12. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 18

MX2 – Race 1
1. Tom Vialle (KTM) 35:43:418, 19 laps; 2. Maxime Renaux (Yamaha) 35:50:390; 3. Mattia Guadagnini (KTM) 35:57:324; 4. Jed Beaton (Husqvarna) 36:00:923… 6. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 36:04:099

MX2 – Race 2
1. Maxime Renaux (Yamaha) 33:49:892, 18 laps; 2. Jago Geerts (Yamaha) 33:50:238; 3. Tom Vialle (KTM) 34:10:002; 4. Jed Beaton (Husqvarna) 34:12:491… 18. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 35:22:521

Championship Standings – After Round 13

MXGP
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM) 505pts; 2. Romain Febvre (Kawasaki) 493; 3. Tim Gajser (Honda) 490; 10. Thomas Kjer Olsen (Husqvarna) 220; 21. Arminas Jasikonis (Husqvarna) 87

MX2
1. Maxime Renaux (Yamaha) 535pts; 2. Jago Geerts (Yamaha) 427; 3. Mattia Guadagnini (KTM) 426; 5. Jed Beaton (Husqvarna) 395; 8. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 331

Renaux Extends MX2 Championship Lead with Stunning Spanish Grand Prix Victory

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Maxime Renaux put in a thrilling performance to claim his fourth Grand Prix victory at the MXGP of Spain, round 13 of the FIM Motocross World Championship. As a result, the 21-year-old Frenchman has successfully stretched his MX2 Championship lead out to 108-points over teammate Jago Geerts. Geerts had a turbulent opening race at the intu Xanadu Arroyomolinos circuit in Madrid, but bounced back with an incredible ride to second-position in Race 2 for sixth overall. At the same time, Thibault Benistant finished 4-points further adrift, in eighth. 

Going into the Timed Practice session, the intu Xanadu Arroyomolinos circuit was in perfect condition. Overnight rain had moistened the clay, which allowed the riders to get creative with their line selection as plenty of traction was offered around most of the circuit. As soon as the green flag was waved indicating the Timed Practice had started, Geerts was quick. The Belgian set the fastest lap of the session with a 1’51.341 on lap-2 to go pole for the third time this season. Behind him, Renaux posted 1’51.556 for third, while Benistant finished the run in 13th position with a 1’52.524.

Renaux and Geerts used their top-three gate picks and the undeniable power of the YZ250FM to emerge from turn-one inside the top-five. Demonstrating why he is the current MX2 Championship Leader, Renaux wasted no time making a few impressive passes to complete the opening lap in second position, hot on the heels of the defending world champion, Tom Vialle. 

On lap-5, Geerts hit a hay bale and fell from fourth position. He reentered the race right behind his teammate Benistant, who was 10th, before losing the front wheel in a rutted turn and falling again. 

With the championship in mind, Renaux settled in second where he remained unchallenged for the entire 30-minute plus two-lap race duration. Benistant ended up ninth at the flag, while Geerts fought back to 13th.  

In the second and final race of the day, the fans were treated to a real show-down of speed and stamina as Renaux and Geerts went bar-to-bar for race and Grand Prix glory. Fired up by the result of race one, Geerts showed an incredible return to form as he took the early race lead ahead of Vialle and Renaux. With clear track ahead, the young Belgian was able to focus on setting his own race pace. 

After another fantastic start, Renaux kept Geerts and Vialle in his sights for six laps before upping the ante on lap-7. Over the laps that followed the French star powered his YZ250FM past Vialle to steal second, and set the fastest lap of the race on lap-9 before scrubbing past his teammate on lap-12 to take over the lead. 

As Renaux stormed to his seventh race win of the season, Geerts remained in contention but could not respond before the flag. He ended up second.

Similar to Race 1, Benistant had to fight back from a mediocre start. After completing the first sector in 16th position, ‘The Rookie’ put in a spirited ride to finish seventh position. He was classified eighth in the Grand Prix classification. 

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 team heads directly to Pietramurata, Italy, for the 14th, 15th and 16th rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship, which will take place within a seven-day timeframe on Sunday 24th, Wednesday 27th and Sunday 31st October.

For full results from the MXGP of Spain, click here.

Maxime Renaux

MX2 Grand Prix of Spain Winner, 47-points

MX2 Championship Leader, 535-points

“I went for it today and this GP has been a big confidence booster for me. I am really happy to be back on the top step of the podium. Everything is going really well, which has given me a good advantage in terms of the championship. We’ve gained some more points upfront, so from here, we just need to stay focused and keep it to the end and it should be good.” 

Jago Geerts

6th MX2 Grand Prix of Spain, 30-points

2nd MX2 Championship Standings, 427-points

“The first race was just really difficult. My pace was not too bad, but honestly, I didn’t feel too good on the bike. Then I had two really stupid crashes. I hit a hay bale in one and then crashed on my own. In the second heat I was close to the holeshot and then almost led the whole race, but then Maxime (Renaux) passed me. I tried to pass him back on the last lap but, in the end, couldn’t make it happen. Overall, I felt much better on the bike. My speed was good, so hopefully it stays like this for the next races. »

Thibault Benistant

8th MX2 Grand Prix of Spain, 26-points

7th MX2 Championship Standings, 362-points

“My day was not easy, but better than the last one. My riding was good, I felt great on the bike. I struggled a little bit off the start, so I had to work hard and give my all to come back. I made some nice passes today. Physically I felt good, and I also felt good on the bike too. So, I know I just need a good start and then I can stay upfront. »

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES ON TOP OF THE PODIUM IN INAUGURAL EUROPEAN JUNIOR E-MOTOCROSS SERIESTOBIAS SCHARINGER WINS THE 2021 EDITION ABOARD HIS EE 5 MACHINE

Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to have partnered with InFront Moto Racing for the highly successful 2021 European Junior E-Motocross Series. With the ultimate winner mounted aboard the pioneering EE 5 machine, it was the perfect end to the inaugural five-round series for the brand and underlines Husqvarna Motorcycles position as pioneers in electric mobility.

Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to have partnered with InFront Moto Racing for the highly successful 2021 European Junior E-Motocross Series. With the ultimate winner mounted aboard the pioneering EE 5 machine, it was the perfect end to the inaugural five-round series for the brand and underlines Husqvarna Motorcycles position as pioneers in electric mobility.

Opening up the chance for future motocross champions to compete at the same events as their MXGP heroes with events in Italy, Germany, France, and Spain, the youngsters were able to fully immerse themselves in the paddock and enjoy close proximity to their Grand Prix heroes.

The European-based series enjoyed a welcoming and positive response from enthusiastic trackside fans at each round and with all eyes on this exciting new format, everyone in attendance gained a better understanding of the innovation behind e-mobility. With the very first season of the European Junior E-Motocross Series now complete, it was undoubtedly a huge success for all involved.

Husqvarna Motorcycles was delighted to see many competitors mounted on EE 5 machinery including the overall series champion, Tobias Scharinger, in what was a truly historic moment for the brand. The young Austrian pieced together a strong season to secure the title and will now choose a brand-new machine from the Husqvarna Motorcycles range as his winning prize.

Additionally, three of the top five riders in the final standings were mounted on EE 5 machinery and every rider who competed in all five rounds will receive an exclusive invitation to attend a three-day training camp with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing in the coming days.

Full results from the 2021 European Junior E-Motocross Series can be found here: https://results.mxgp.com/mxgp/livestandings.aspx

For more information on the series, please visit www.junioremotocross.com

Van Erp Victorious as van de Ven celebrates Second Overall in Spain

MJC Yamaha Official EMX125’s Ivano van Erp returned to the top step of the podium following another incredible race win and a fourth place finish at the fifth round of the EMX125 Championship in Madrid, Spain. As a result, the Dutchman has moved up into fifth in the EMX125 Championship Standings. 

The extremely rutty man-made Xanadu-Arroyomolinos circuit was also the setting for the fifth and penultimate round of the Women’s Motocross World Championship, where Ceres 71 Yamaha’s Nancy van de Ven collected her second piece of podium silverware this season. The Dutch star tied on points for the Grand Prix overall but was demoted to second position with the overall result favouring the rider that scores the most points in the final race of the day.   

Thousands of Spanish fans were treated to some incredible racing at the spectacular intu Xanadu-Arroyomolinos track as 16-year-old van Erp powered his GYTR kitted YZ125 through the field in both points-paying races. 

In the opening EMX125 race, the ‘432’ started 10th and blitzed his way through the pack to clinch the win – the second of his career, as teammate Karlis Reisulis charged from outside of the top-20 to impressively round out the top-10. 

In the second and final race of the day, both riders got off to solid starts. Van Erp completed the opening lap in sixth and quickly moved into fourth, where he remained for the entire 14-lap race duration, while Reisulis finished seventh after starting ninth. 

Combining the scores from both races, van Erp did enough to claim his second-ever EMX125 round victory, while Reisulis rounded out the top-10. Ferruccio Zanchi’s day was spoiled by crashes. The 15-year-old Italian finished 28th and 29th and was classified 33rd overall. 

Van Erp leaves Spain fifth in the EMX125 Championship Standings. Zanchi is ninth and Reisulis is 13th. The MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 team will head directly to Pietramurata, Italy, for a triple-header of races in the space of a week.    

In WMX, van de Ven used her supreme starting skills to her advantage and led the way around turn-one in the opening race of the day. The YZ250F mounted wonder-woman enjoyed the hard-packed and jumpy Spanish circuit and felt comfortable at the front of the field. On lap-3, the top-two riders in the championship, Kiara Fontanesi and Courtney Duncan, pushed past before colliding with each other a few laps later, causing Fontanesi to fall back to third. 

With three laps to go, Duncan crashed out of the lead while trying to clear her vision. That allowed van de Ven to celebrate her first race win of the 2021 season – the 16th of her career.

In Race 2, van de Ven got off to another top-three start and defended a fierce challenge from Fontanesi to finish second in the race, for second overall. 

After tying on 47-points with the defending World Champion, Duncan, for the Grand Prix victory, van de Ven remains third in the WMX Championship Standings. The sixth and final round will take place next weekend on Saturday 23rd October in Pietramurata, Italy.

For full results from the EMX125 and WMX round of Spain, click here.

Ivano van Erp

EMX125 round of Spain Winner, 43-points

5th EMX125 Championship Standings, 117-points

“I didn’t have the best starts today, around P.10 I think. I needed to push hard, but I was able to take the lead and get the win in the first race which was really nice. I had a better start in Race 2, but made a small mistake which let Bobby Bruce past me, but I was able to get to fourth and saw on my pit-board that I would get the overall victory, so I just kept my focus to win the overall. I just want to thank everyone who helps me, Loic LeFoll, my family and all of my sponsors.”

Nancy van de Ven 

2nd WMX round of Spain, 47-points

3rd WMX World Championship Standings, 195-points

“It’s been a really good day for me right from the first moment I went out on track. This track has a really good layout with some really nice jumps, so I knew it could be a really good day for me. I managed to get the win in the first moto and the second moto I had a good start and finished second. I am just getting better every time. I am on the podium, and I am happy about that.”

Présentation du Team Yamaha Drag’on Tek 2021/2022

12 octobre 2021

Présentation du Team Yamaha Drag’on Tek 2021/2022

Dans les starting-blocks ! Privés du CFS 2020-2021, les pilotes et spectateurs ont hâte de retrouver les circuits de sable et épreuves traditionnelles de ce championnat âprement disputé. Dès les 16 et 17 octobre au Beach Cross de Berck-sur-Mer (62), l’équipe Yamaha Drag’on Tek représentera la marque au plus haut niveau, avec l’ambition affichée de récupérer un titre de Champion de France qui n’a échappé que 4 fois à Yamaha au cours des 15 dernières saisons. Milko Potisek (Vice-champion en 2018-2019) et Todd Kellett (Vice-champion de France 2019-2020), tous deux équipés d’une YZ450F considérée comme la meilleure machine du plateau, sont les favoris de cette nouvelle saison.

Ce modèle, qui a largement fait ses preuves dans les compétitions du littoral, tout comme en MXGP et MX450 US, sera affûté par Drag’on Tek sous l’œil expert de Guillaume Davion. Jean-Claude Moussé (quadruple vainqueur de l’Enduropale), assurera la coordination des forces en présence.

Cette nouvelle saison illustre en outre le partenariat grandissant entre Yamaha et Monster Energy. À l’image de nos équipes officielles engagées en MotoGP, MXGP, MXUS ou rallyes, Yamaha Drag’On Tek adopte la griffe verte pour sponsor principal.

PILOTES

Milko Potisek #32
« Avoir disputé la saison de Championnat de France Elite m’a donné un excellent rythme. J’ai axé ma préparation sable avec des manches plus longues, et tout s’est bien goupillé. Je sais que je serai en forme à Berck car tout se passe comme prévu. La moto marche vraiment fort, on a une super base, donc c’est top. Monster Energy apporte une belle image au team sable, c’est canon. Avec Todd, ça se passe aussi vraiment bien. C’est notre deuxième année en tant que coéquipiers et l’entente est excellente. Tous les deux à l’entraînement, on est là pour se tirer vers le haut et ça crée une saine émulation. »

Todd Kellett #5
« Je me sens très bien. Je suis en France depuis plus d’un mois et je me suis énormément entraîné. Je suis impatient que cette saison débute et j’ai hâte de voir où en sont les autres concurrents. On n’a rien modifié de façon drastique sur la moto ou dans mon entraînement, mais simplement effectué quelques modifications qui font que tout est encore mieux organisé. Du côté de la moto, on a principalement peaufiné les suspensions. C’est une machine que j’adorai l’an dernier, donc je suis toujours heureux d’en prendre le guidon. Concernant cette saison, comme pour tout enfant qui pratique le MX, c’est un rêve qui devient réalité de rouler sur une Yamaha officielle au côté de Monster Energy. La machine a un look incroyable, elle est encore plus excitante, et je suis fier de la piloter. »

CALENDRIER
16-17/10/21 – Beach Cross de Berck-sur-Mer (62)
23-24/10/21 – Ronde des sables de Loon Plage (59)
13-14/11/21 – Bud Sand Race – Magescq (40)
20-21/11/21 – Ronde des sables Hossegor Capbreton (40)
8-9/01/22 – Gurp TT de Grayan-et-l’hôpital (33)
28-30/01/22 – Enduropale du Touquet (62)

Haiden Deegan Joins Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing 

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing is pleased to announce a multi-year deal with one of the sport’s top up-and-coming riders – Haiden Deegan. The Californian has multiple amateur titles and is a great addition to the team’s amateur motocross program.

At the young age of 15, Deegan is already one of the most popular riders in the sport with his on-track success and engaging personality. The son of motocross icon Brian Deegan, racing is in his blood and he shares his father’s work ethic and passion for the sport. He has won championships at every level that he has raced, including winning four in a single day. In addition to his impressive number of titles, at 10 years old, Deegan became the youngest rider in the world to land a backflip on a motorcycle. 

Jeremy Coker – Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing 450 Team Manager

“We’re really happy to have a rider of Haiden’s caliber join our team. He has a great presence on and off the track and is a proven championship contender. We look forward to the upcoming season and look to bring home some more number-one plates!”

Haiden Deegan – Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing

“I’m excited to ride with champions and learn from them at Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing. I feel good on the bike and have a lot of work to do, and I am looking forward to it!”

Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP Press release

Romain Febvre second du Mondial après un superbe duel
Romain Febvre s’est de nouveau emparé de la seconde place du championnat du Monde MXGP, au terme de deux superbes duels lors du MXGP de France qui s’est disputé à Lacapelle Marival.

Dès les essais du matin Romain et Jeffrey Herlings confirmaient être intouchables sur cette piste, reléguant tous leurs poursuivants à quasiment deux secondes ! Ils allaient confirmer leur domination dans les deux manches de l’après midi, ou ils se livrèrent deux beaux duels. Dans les deux manches le leader du Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team se positionnait rapidement derrière Herlings dès le premier tour, gagnant quelques places sur ce tracé technique et ‘old school’ qui avait vu les deux hommes s’imposer lors des dernières éditions des Masters. Maintenant la pression sur son adversaire en première manche, il allait doubler le Néerlandais au huitième tour, soulevant le public tout acquis à sa cause ! Portant de suite son avance à cinq secondes, Romain allait voir cette avance fondre en fin de course du fait des retardataires et c’est roue dans roue que les deux rivaux entamaient le dernier tour ; mais Romain allait contrôler la course jusqu’au drapeau à damiers, qu’il franchissait avec moins d’une seconde d’avance !
Les nombreux fans étaient en haleine avant le départ de la seconde manche, et une fois de plus Herlings et Febvre se retrouvaient en tête de la course après quelques virages, signant tour à tour les meilleurs chronos dans les différents secteurs du circuit. Romain allait continuer à mettre la pression sur le leader et cela finissait par payer quand à mi course Herlings faisait une erreur qui profitait à son rival. Comptant jusqu’à trois secondes d’avance Romain allait voir son avantage se réduire au retour sur les retardataires, et Herlings allait s’imposer dans un virage serré ; Romain ne lâchait rien, jusqu’à ce qu’il se retrouve gêné par un autre pilote et perde le contact avec le leader. Second de cette manche et second du Grand Prix avec le même nombre de points que Herlings, Romain pointe désormais à la seconde place du championnat, avec six points de moins que le détenteur de la plaque rouge. Six GP restent au programme, à commencer par celui d’Espagne qui se disputera le weekend prochain à proximité du centre commercial Xanadu-Arroyomolinos dans la banlieue de Madrid.

Romain Febvre : « J’étais heureux de gagner cette première manche. Le matin on avait déjà vu que nous étions plus rapides que nos rivaux, et nous voulions tous deux gagner. Je me suis très vite retrouvé second après quelques dépassements en première manche, et je savais ou doubler Jeffrey mais j’ai attendu d’être suffisamment près de lui pour l’attaquer. La fin de course fut compliquée avec les retardataires, mais j’ai gagné et célébré cette victoire avec les fans Français. En seconde manche on s’est encore retrouvés premier et second après quelques virages, et je savais que ce serait chaud jusqu’au bout. J’ai doublé Jeffrey quand il est parti à la faute, j’ai essayé de creuser l’écart mais il était plus rapide dans certaines sections du circuit. Honnêtement je suis un peu déçu d’avoir raté de peu la victoire, mais c’est bon d’être sur le podium et je suis content de voir autant de fans ; ils méritaient la victoire, mais je n’ai pas pu la leur offrir. C’est bien d’être trois en si peu de points au championnat ; j’espère que cela va rester serré jusqu’au bout, et que je vais trouver comment faire la différence sur la fin du championnat. »

Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP would like to thank: Kawasaki, Monster Energy, Alpinestars, Motorex, Pro Circuit, Dunlop, Showa, Xtrig, Renthal, Vertex, Polisport, Hinson, Wagner meca, Braking, Kawasaki Apparel, D.I.D, Twin Air, NGK, Blackbird, Cometic, Antigravity batteries, Haan Wheels, Beta, CRM, Samco Sport, JTEKT, Ogio, Mechanix Wear, Matrix concepts, Mollar, Garage Tonon, Oakley, GoPro.

Fredriksen & Bonacorsi First & Second in France

Intense racing dominated proceedings at the sixth round of the EMX250 Championship in Lacapelle-Marival, France, today. Riley Yamaha Racing’s Hakon Fredriksen celebrated his first race and overall win of 2021, while Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official EMX250’s Andrea Bonacorsi went a step higher than last weekend, securing a career-best second overall.

After a challenging start to the season, Bonacorsi proved the performance of his GYTR kitted YZ250F, as well as his own riding and tactical prowess, by grabbing pole position – the first of his EMX250 career – in spectacular style. He posted a 1’48.331 lap, 0.373 clear of Fredriksen in second. 

In the opening race, Fredriksen and Bonacorsi emerged from turn one inside the top-eight and impressively used the power of their YZ250Fs mixed with some creative lines to move quickly to the front of the field. 

Fredriksen took the lead before the end of the first full lap and then went on to take an emphatic race win – his first of 2021. Meanwhile, Bonacorsi had to fight for second position and eventually secured it after a thrilling bar-to-bar battle with another Yamaha rider, Cornelius Toendel. 

In the final race of the day, Fredriksen rocketed to another fabulous top-three start, while Bonacorsi had to weave his way through the pack after starting outside of the top-10. From there, Fredriksen put in a stellar performance to finish behind the championship leader, Nicholas Lapucci, in second position, as Bonacorsi stormed through the pack to finish third. 

A 1-2 scorecard gave Fredriksen his first-ever EMX250 overall victory, while Bonacorsi toasted a career-best result from the second step of the podium. 

Hutten Metaal Yamaha Official EMX250’s Jeremy Sydow got a fantastic start in the opening race but was shuffled back to 14th and in the final race, the German managed to score a point for 20th after a poor start.

Meanwhile, Dave Kooiker struggled to find his rhythm out on the hard-packed and narrow circuit. He finished 29th in the final classification. 

After collecting another piece of podium silverware, Bonacorsi remains fifth in the EMX250 Championship Standings and has moved within 7-points of Liam Everts in fourth. At the same time, Fredriksen gained six positions today and is now eighth. Kooiker remains 10th in the championship chase. After missing the first four rounds due to injury, Sydow is 25th. 

The next round of the EMX250 series will take place in Pietramurata, Italy, on Tuesday, October 26th.  

The tight and compact Lacapelle-Marival circuit was also the setting for the fourth round of the EMX125 Championship, where all three MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 riders, Ferruccio Zanchi, Karlis Reisulis and Ivano van Erp finished inside of the top-nine. 

Zanchi set the pace in timed practice and claimed a second consecutive pole position with the fastest lap, 1’51.371. Teammates van Erp and Reisulis also qualified strong inside the top-10. Van Erp was eighth and Reisulis was 10th. 

In the points-paying races, Zanchi was again the star performer. The young Italian battled with the leaders for 12 of the 17 laps in the opening race before catching his gear shifter in a deep rut and falling from fourth. After losing a lot of time trapped under his bike, the ‘73’ eventually broke free and pushed hard to finish 19th. 

Reisulis put in 17 smooth and consistent laps to finish a season-best seventh position, while last weekend’s round winner, van Erp, started last and fought back to 16th after hitting the gate. 

Bouncing back from the frustration of the first race, Zanchi powered his GYTR kitted YZ125 to an incredible holeshot in race two and led every lap for an emphatic race win – the first of his budding career. 

Van Erp also got off to a much better start and battled back from a small crash to finish sixth, while teammate Reisulis rounded out the top-10.  

After a day of ups and downs, Zanchi was fifth in the overall classification, 2-points clear of Reisulis in seventh, and 7 in front of van Erp in ninth. 

The MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 Team and its line-up of talented youngsters will be back in action next weekend, in Madrid, Spain. For full results from the EMX round of France, click here. 

Hakon Fredriksen

EMX250 Round of France Winner, 47-points

8th EMX250 Championship Standings, 103-points

“I am really happy about my race today. I had two good starts and I know I can run with the guys up front, so I am happy that I managed to keep it on two wheels and take it home. This season has been a big struggle so it’s just an emotional win. I’d like to thank everyone behind me, especially the team and my family. I am so happy now. ”

Andrea Bonacorsi

3rd EMX250 Round of France, 42-points

5th EMX250 Championship Standings, 154-points

“Another good day on the box, second place today. I am really happy I am growing, let’s say, race by race. I feel really good. In the second moto I struggled a bit more but anyway, I am still really happy about my day.”

VIALLE SIGNS FOR ANOTHER FOUR YEARS WITH RED BULL KTM AND EYES THE MXGP CLASSMXGP 2021 news

Defending MX2 World Champion Tom Vialle will steer the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing KTM 250 SX-F in the 2022 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship before entering the premier class of MXGP in 2023.

20-year-old Vialle claimed the 2020 MX2 title and has already won four Grands Prix in the current campaign. The Frenchman is rapidly climbing the standings after suffering a broken right hand earlier in the season and has risen from 11th to 4th position with seven rounds still to go. 

After entering the Red Bull KTM squad as an MX2 rookie in 2019, Vialle has made incredible progress and mixed his blossoming technique, fitness, racecraft and intelligence with outstanding results. He has now committed his future to the factory effort to bring his association with KTM up to more than half a decade.

As well as aiming for another MX2 crown in 2022 – where Vialle will also help develop the latest generation of the KTM 250 SX-F – #28 is also lined-up to make his debut with the KTM 450 SX-F in MXGP in 2023 where he will be given time and scope to learn the intricacies of the division in a deal that will stretch to the end of 2025.

Tom Vialle:“I’m so happy to continue with KTM. I want to give special thanks to Robert and Pit because they understand me and my wish to make another year in MX2 because I had some bad luck this season. I want another title. I feel so good with the team – Dirk, Joel, Valentina, Harry, the whole crew – and I wanted to carry on with them. It was an easy decision. KTM is my first team! They were the first people who believed in me, so I am very grateful.”

Robert Jonas, VP of Motorsports Offroad: “When Tom came into the Red Bull KTM team he was given the opportunity to show what he could do and he worked hard, listened, learned and delivered. I think he is a shining example to any youngster wanting to follow the same path. He has vindicated the belief that people like Joel Smets and Dirk Gruebel had in him and we’re delighted to watch how he’s progressed and become such a force with the KTM 250 SX-F. We’re also proud that we can continue the story together and it’s fantastic to create this longer-term project with Tom for both his last MX2 season and into MXGP. If we can continue as we have so far then we hope to have another special rider, team and machine combination coming up.”

Monster Energy Supercross Tickets on Sale Today 
Triple Crown, 250SX Class Regions and East/West Showdown Races Announced250SX Futures Class Set to Race at Upcoming Saturday Events    ELLENTON, Fla., (October 5, 2021) – Feld Entertainment, Inc. announced today that tickets are on sale for all 17 rounds of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season. Pre-sale begins today at 10 a.m. ET for preferred customers and will run through next Monday, October 11. Tickets will then become available to the public starting on Tuesday, October 12 at 10 a.m. ET and then 10 a.m. in each subsequent time zone. Fans can sign up for preferred access or make ticket purchases online at SupercrossLIVE.com.    The 17-race schedule returns to its traditional weekend routing format as the series visits 15 cities spread across 13 states including California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Michigan and Washington.
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2022 Monster Energy Supercross Schedule
Storylines abound for the 2022 Supercross season as the 450SX Class continues to feature what has become an ever-expanding, deep array of talent. Three Supercross champions will be competing for another title – 2x champion Cooper Webb, 2020 champion Eli Tomac and 2018 champion Jason Anderson as both a domestic and international “who’s who” list of competitors vie for their first title – Ken Roczen (Germany), Marvin Musquin (France), Dylan Ferrandis (France), Adam Cianciarulo, Justin Barcia, Aaron Plessinger, Malcolm Stewart and Chase Sexton, all from America. 
The first of three Triple Crown events will take place on Saturday, February 5 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., followed by rounds 8 and 13 on Saturday, February 26 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas and Saturday, April 9 at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Mo. The Triple Crown, three-race format is a break from the traditional one Main Event race format and has become a fan favorite since its inception in 2018.  
The 250SX Class will see a return of both reigning champions – Justin Cooper (Western Regional) and Colt Nichols (Eastern Regional), while Australian super-star brothers Jett and Hunter Lawrence and Japan’s Jo Shimoda seek their first title.       
The Western Regional 250SX Class Championship will be contested at the following rounds:

• Round 1 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, January 8 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim 
• Round 2 – Oakland, Calif. on Saturday, January 15 at RingCentral Coliseum 
• Round 3 – San Diego, Calif. on Saturday, January 22 at Petco Park 
• Round 4 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, January 29 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim 
• Round 5 – Glendale, Ariz. on Saturday, February 5 at State Farm Stadium 
• Round 6 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, February 12 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim 
• Round 12 – Seattle, Wash. on Saturday, March 26 at Lumen Field 
• Round 16 – Denver, Colo. on Saturday, April 30 at Empower Field at Mile High 

 The Eastern Regional 250SX Class Championship will be contested at the following rounds:

• Round 7 – Minneapolis, Minn. on Saturday, February 19 at U.S. Bank Stadium 
• Round 8 – Arlington, Texas on Saturday, February 26 at AT&T Stadium 
• Round 9 – Daytona Beach Fla. on Saturday, March 5 at Daytona International Speedway 
• Round 10 – Detroit, Mich. on Saturday, March 12 at Ford Field 
• Round 11 – Indianapolis, Ind. on Saturday, March 19 at Lucas Oil Stadium 
• Round 13 – St. Louis, Mo. on Saturday, April 9 at the Dome at America’s Center 
• Round 15 – Foxborough, Mass. on Saturday, April 23 at Gillette Stadium 

 The Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Showdown races will be held on Saturday, April 16 at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Ga. (Round 14) and Saturday, May 7 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah (Round 17). 
Monster Energy Supercross, The Official Video game 4, released last Spring featured a new track editor feature where gamers can create their own in-game track designs. Milestone, the video game maker, ran a global contest from April through June where the winning prize was to bring one virtual track design to life during the 2022 championship. Round 11 in Indianapolis will be inspired by the winning design from the video game track editor contest.  

Round 11 Indianapolis Track Map – featuring Monster Energy Supercross, The Official Video game 4 track editor contest winning submission.
Six Supercross events will also serve as the second and Premiere round of qualifying for the Supercross Futures AMA National Championship. Athletes competing in the 250SX Futures Class will be awarded points towards their pro Supercross license based on their finishing positions at these Premiere qualifying events. For the first-time ever fans will be able to preview the next generation of talent as part of the Saturday Supercross race-day schedule.
Supercross Futures Premiere Qualifying Events:

• Round 2 – Oakland, Calif. on Saturday, January 15 at RingCentral Coliseum
• Round 4 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, January 29 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim
• Round 5 – Glendale, Ariz. on Saturday, February 5 at State Farm Stadium
• Round 8 – Arlington, Texas on Saturday, February 26 at AT&T Stadium
• Round 14 – Hampton, Ga. on Saturday, April 16 at Atlanta Motor Speedway 
• Round 15 – Foxborough, Mass. on Saturday, April 23 at Gillette Stadium

The top four athletes from each Premiere qualifying race will advance to the Supercross Futures AMA National Championship where 24 athletes will vie to become the 250SX Futures Class Champion. The Supercross Futures AMA National Championship will take place at Round 17 in Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday, May 7 at Rice-Eccles Stadium. 
Kicking off its 23^rd year of racing, KTM Junior Supercross, presented by Wells Fargo will return to competition and the 2022 program will feature participants racing aboard KTM’s highly competitive electric KTM SX-E 5 platform, with a fully solar operational semi and set up.
A fan favorite, KTM Junior Supercross, presented by Wells Fargo will take place at 10 rounds culminating in a championship at the finale in Salt Lake City, Utah.  KTM Junior Supercross, presented by Wells Fargo Schedule:

• Round 1 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, January 8 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim 
• Round 3 – San Diego, Calif. on Saturday, January 22 at Petco Park
• Round 5 – Glendale, Ariz. on Saturday, February 5 at State Farm Stadium 
• Round 6 – Anaheim, Calif. on Saturday, February 12 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim 
• Round 7 – Minneapolis, Minn. on Saturday, February 19 at U.S. Bank Stadium 
• Round 8 – Arlington, Texas on Saturday, February 26 at AT&T Stadium 
• Round 10 – Detroit, Mich. on Saturday, March 12 at Ford Field 
• Round 11 – Indianapolis, Ind. on Saturday, March 19 at Lucas Oil Stadium 
• Round 13 – St. Louis, Mo. on Saturday, April 9 at the Dome at America’s Center 
• Round 16 – Denver, Colo. on Saturday, April 30 at Empower Field at Mile High 
• Round 17 – Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday, May 7 at Rice-Eccles Stadium 

Registration for the 2022 season opens October 15 at KTM Junior Supercross, presented by Wells Fargo – Registration Link. FanFest is currently planned for all rounds except Minneapolis, Minn. (Round 7) and Detroit, Mich. (Round 10). The expansive outside footprint will feature the race team rigs, Monster Energy exhibitions, sponsor displays, photo opportunity set ups, food and beverages, plus the red-carpet styled Ride of Fame. As the pandemic recovery progresses, Supercross is monitoring changes to government mandates, public health guidelines and industry standards and is working closely with our venue partners to adjust protocols for the safety and wellness of guests based on state and local requirements. Please monitor the venue website for health and safety policies, including face covering and entry requirements, which are subject to change. For details about Supercross Fan Wellness, please go here.

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HERLINGS, VIALLE AND HOFER POST PODIUM FINISHES AT GERMAN GRAND PRIX MXGP 2021 Round 11 of 18, Teutschenthal (GER)

Fresh from spoils at the 2021 Motocross of Nations, the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team resumed MXGP duties and obtained three of the six podium positions at an overcast and temperate Talkessel circuit for the Grand Prix of Germany and the eleventh round of the FIM Motocross World Championship.

– Tom Vialle docked a fourth MX2 GP win in a row but moves to 4th in the championship- Rene Hofer finishes 3rd and celebrates his maiden podium in his first full MX2 term- Herlings takes a 2-3 for 2nd overall in MXGP and his ninth trophy from 11 rounds- 7th for a weakened Tony Cairoli, and an MXGP moto win and DNS for Jorge Prado. Talkessel opened the paddock gates to Grand Prix racing for the first time since the summer of 2019 and provided the usual tough, narrow and hard-pack test. Undulations and long ruts were a feature of the German terrain under cloudy skies and with a large public attendance. MXGP A lap-time almost 1.5 seconds faster anybody else gave Jeffrey Herlings his seventh Pole Position from 11 rounds this season. The Dutchman found a rhythm quickly on the rough course but it was teammate Jorge Prado who launched away from the line with his eleventh holeshot of the year and fronted the pack until the last three laps of the first moto. The Spaniard was caught by Herlings, who was also under pressure from Tim Gajser and Romain Febvre on his rear wheel. The duel between the teammates was decided by less than two-tenths of a second at the finish line but the two sensationally collided mid-air and Prado was taken to the medical center to cure a cut in his upper torso and did not start the second race. Herlings, fortunately unhurt but nursing a blow to his knee, rode to a distant 3rd later in the afternoon as both Gajser and Febvre broke away. The result was sufficient for the second step of the overall podium. Tony Cairoli classified 7th while still struggling with his ribs and the aftermath of his crash at the GP of Sardinia and the exertions of last week’s Motocross of Nations. The 36-year-old was 5th in the first moto but a poor start in the second meant he had to push from outside the top fifteen to reach 10th. Despite his non-score, Prado was 9th in the final Grand Prix list. Herlings is only 2 points behind Gajser in world championship standings. Prado loses some ground but is 4th and 31 away from the red plate while Cairoli is 5th. Jeffrey Herlings:“What can I say? As good as it starts as bad as it ends. I’m lucky to still be racing today. I made some mistakes in the first 15 mins of the first moto but was then able to catch Jorge. We know he is not the easiest rider to pass; he defends his line and there is nothing wrong with that but jumping? My knee had a big impact and it’s 100% OK, but the trauma of the bang meant it was really sore in that second moto. This is not my favorite track so when I got up to 3rd place I did not even try to close the gap and accepted second overall. We’ll work on the knee now and I’ll look forward to France and hope to fight with the boys again” Tony Cairoli: “I knew it would be tough here because I couldn’t ride in the week due to my painful ribs. I took some medication and rode at the Nations – although the first moto crash and someone hitting my ribs again didn’t help – and I survived the weekend and we won. It was something I was missing in my career and I wanted to do it but I didn’t think too much about the reaction and the consequences and I was feeling really bad here. I was struggling with my health and I knew it would be a tough day from Timed Practice. After fifteen minutes I couldn’t really hold onto the bike that much anymore. A 5th in the first moto was OK and I was very happy with that result but the second moto was so tough and I knew it would be before I went to the gate. I just tried to make my way to the end. 10th is not what we want but I couldn’t do any more. Let’s try to recover this week and try to do what we can in France.” MX2 

Tom Vialle grabbed his second Pole Position (and second from the last four rounds) in morning Timed Practice and the prime first pick for the long downhill entry to the left-handed opening turn. The Frenchman needed twelve laps to catch and pass teammate Rene Hofer in the first moto. The Austrian started brightly and marked the pace until Vialle’s last gasp charge. The Red Bull KTMs were 1-2 at the flag with Vialle capturing his seventh victory of the season, Hofer entered the top thee for the third time in 2021. Mattia Guadagnini made a mistake that saw the Italian cross the line in 13th.

 Vialle holeshotted the second moto and streaked away for his third 1-1 scorecard of the year but was later penalized two positions for jumping while a yellow flag was waved. He tied on points with Maxime Renaux and demoted to 2nd overall. Hofer worked his way up from 7th to 4th which enabled the Austrian to walk the box for the very first time and after only 15 GPs as a Red Bull KTM rider. Guadagnini was 10th. Vialle’s five podiums this season and fierce form means he has raced up the points table to 4th and is only 29 from Guadagnini in 3rd. Hofer is 7th and 21 points away from the top five. 

Tom Vialle:“What should have been a great weekend and started with Pole Position. It was really important to get good starts today. I enjoyed the track but it was hard for passing. I had to work to overtake Rene in the first moto and then had half the job done through the first lap in the second. I don’t know what to say about the yellow flag decision except that I didn’t see them and watching the video back you needed to be lucky to see them. Despite this decision it has been a good run of results so far and we’re looking good for my home Grand Prix next weekend. It’s nice to go back to France and LaCapelle is really technical. I’m excited already.”


Rene Hofer:“I finally put two solid motos together and I’m really happy that I was able to make my first visit to the MX2 podium. I led almost the whole moto and kept quite close to Tom. Fourth in the second meant decent points and I was really excited. It’s an important moment and I’m pleased it happened at this race and this track that is not that far from my home. Together with the team we have been working hard for this, so it’s really nice it finally happened. I’m in really good shape and better than the start of the season when I was coming back from injury, so I want to keep this kind of momentum.” Mattia Guadagnini:“I’m not happy about today. We were all very close in qualifying and I felt OK. I didn’t start well in the first race and couldn’t find a good flow. I made a small mistake and lost some positions. Race two, the start was a bit better, my riding also, but I again had made some mistakes around mid-race distance. I couldn’t get a good feeling. I was losing too much time. A bad day. We’ll focus on the next one.” The Grand Prix of France will be hosted by the LaCapelle Marival circuit next weekend as MXGP continues a hectic second half of the 2021 campaign. Results MXGP Germany 2021 1. Tim Gajser (SLO), Honda (3-1)2. Jeffrey Herlings (NED), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (2-3)3. Romain Febvre (FRA), Kawasaki (4-2)4. Pauls Jonass (LAT) GASGAS (6-4)5. Jeremy Seewer (SUI), Yamaha (8-5)7. Tony Cairoli (ITA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (5-10)9. Jorge Prado (ESP), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (1-DNS)Standings MXGP 2021 after 11 of 18 rounds 1. Tim Gajser 415 points2. Jeffrey Herlings 4133. Romain Febvre 4074. Jorge Prado 3845. Tony Cairoli 353Results MX2 Germany 2021 1. Maxime Renaux (FRA), Yamaha (3-1)2. Tom Vialle (FRA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (1-3)3. Rene Hofer (AUT), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (2-4)4. Jago Geerts (BEL) Yamaha (5-3)5. Jed Beaton (AUS) Husqvarna (4-5)11. Mattia Guadagnini (ITA), Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (13-10)Standings MX2 2021 after 11 of 18 rounds 1. Maxime Renaux 445 points2. Jago Geerts 3613. Mattia Guadagnini 3514. Tom Vialle 3225. Jed Beaton 3247. Rene Hofer 303

Renaux Claims Third Grand Prix Win & Extends MX2 Championship Lead

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Maxime Renaux added to his MX2 Championship points lead at the 11th round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Teutschenthal, Germany. The Frenchman celebrated a ninth podium appearance and was eventually awarded the Grand Prix win after his compatriot Tom Vialle received a penalty for disrespecting waved yellow flags. Renaux now leads the championship by 84-points over teammate Jago Geerts who finished 2-points shy of the podium, in fourth overall. Thibault Benistant finished 12th after crashing in both races. 

The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 riders took to the highly technical and spectacular Teutschenthal circuit, starting with a hotly contested timed practice session. Less than 0.174 of a second separated the top six riders. Geerts ended the run in fifth, with Renaux posting an almost identical lap time for sixth. Thibault Benistant was 11th – only 1-second off the pace.   

In the opening race, the trio of YZ250FM riders got off to strong starts, with Renaux starting fourth, followed by his teammates Benistant and Geerts, in that order. As the laps ticked by, the championship leader, Renaux, increased his pace and before the end of lap-4 the Frenchman had made a pass for third. 

Geerts took a more careful approach in the opening stages. In front of a wild crowd, the Belgian made a pass on local hero Simon Langenfelder for fourth but finished fifth after he was nudged back a position by Jed Beaton.

Meanwhile, Renaux settled into a formidable rhythm and edged closer to the leaders but eventually ran out of time to make a pass stick. He finished third. 

As for Benistant, the ‘198’ crashed dramatically out of fourth position on the second lap, and after rejoining the race in last position, he fought his way back to 16th.

Proving the undeniable power of the YZ250FM, all three riders fronted the field on the exit of turn-one in the final race of the day. Almost a blueprint copy of race one, Renaux was again the best placed Yamaha rider in front of Benistant and Geerts.

As Renaux chased the defending champion Vialle, Benistant spectacularly crashed out of third position when he caught his footpeg at the top of a jump face. Geerts inherited the final place in the top-three and finished there 16-seconds off Renaux. While Renaux and Geerts physically crossed the finish line in second and third, respectively, both riders gained one position after Vialle received a yellow-flag infringement. Renaux was awarded the race win and Geerts was bumped up to second. 

Meanwhile, Benistant treated the highly animated crowd to a thrilling battle of wits as he used some creative lines to pass riders on his charge back to a ninth place finish.

The next round of the FIM Motocross World Championship will take place in Lacapelle Marival, France, on October 10th.  For full results from the MXGP of Germany, click. 

Maxime Renaux

MX2 Grand Prix of Germany Winner, 45-points

MX2 World Championship Leader, 445-points

“Today was a good day. Two solid races and two solid results. The goal now is to stay steady and not take any big risks, although I did try to push for the win in the second race. Now, I can take the red plate to my home round in France. I really look forward to that to have the French public there and cheering. I have never experienced that before so I am looking forward to it.”

Jago Geerts

4th MX2 Grand Prix of Germany, 38-points

2nd MX2 World Championship Standings, 361-points

“I am pretty happy with the result. I was riding well but I made some small mistakes and finished fifth. I was happy with my speed but I lost my rhythm a little bit at the end. In the second heat, I was a little bit better. I know I need to keep working to find more speed so that I can battle with Tom (Vialle) and Maxime (Renaux).”

Thibault Benistant

12th MX2 Grand Prix of Germany, 47-points

6th MX2 World Championship Standings, 307-points

“Today was not a really good day for me. I took two really good starts but I had some big crashes because I was attacking too much. This is something I am working on, I want to be more aggressive in the first laps, but I was pushing too much and then I crashed and had to start from last. So it was quite a difficult weekend for me.”

Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP Press release

Romain Febvre reste dans la course au titre MXGP avec un nouveau podium
En montant pour la cinquième fois de la saison sur un podium, Romain Febvre reste dans la course au titre Mondial MXGP à l’issue du Grand Prix d’Allemagne disputé à Teutschenthal.

Dans le bon rythme dès les essais qualificatifs ou il signera le quatrième temps, Romain décrochait une bonne place derrière la grille et au premier départ il pointait en troisième position. Dans le sillage des deux leaders, il ne parviendra pas à trouver l’ouverture sur ce circuit ou il est toujours difficile de doubler ; une petite erreur à la sortie d’une ornière lui fera perdre une place, mais l’officiel Kawasaki Monster Energy restait plus que jamais dans la course au podium avant la seconde manche. Cette fois il signait le holeshot – son sixième cette saison – et imprimait le rythme à la course, menant la danse pendant onze tours et étant alors le vainqueur virtuel du GP. Mais ne pouvant résister aux attaques de Gajser c’est à la seconde place que Romain terminait cette manche, montant sur la troisième marche du podium et quittant Teutschenthal à huit points du leader du championnat avant le MXGP de France à Lacapelle Marival le weekend prochain.

Romain Febvre : « Ma vitesse était bonne aujourd’hui, et j’ai pris de bons départs dans les deux manches. Dans la première j’étais derrière Prado, j’était plus rapide mais il était vraiment difficile de doubler ; ensuite je me suis retrouvé derrière Jeffrey (Herlings) et j’ai vu Tim (Gajser) revenir car Jeffrey me ralentissait. Puis j’ai fait une petite erreur dans un virage, j’ai essayé de regagner la position perdue mais en vain. Je savais qu’avec un bon départ je pouvais gagner le GP, et j’ai signé le holeshot ; mais Tim était meilleur aujourd’hui. J’ai fait tout ce que je pouvais pour le contenir, mais il avait de meilleures traces que moi sur deux secteurs et je ne savais pas ou il allait essayer de me doubler. J’ai pris de bons points pour le championnat aujourd’hui mais j’en veux plus ; j’aime bien les circuits qui arrivent, à commencer par la France le weekend prochain. »

Romain était le seul pilote KRT en Allemagne, Ivo Monticelli se remettant de son opération à l’épaule qui va le tenir écarté des circuits jusqu’à la fin de saison. A partir des MXGP d’Italie Mathys Boisrame rejoindra le team, qui lui laisse le temps de bien se préparer et de s’accoutumer à la KX450-SR avant de faire ses débuts en MXGP alors qu’il n’a roulé jusque là qu’en 250.

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Tomac Joins the Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing Team

Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing is pleased to announce the addition of Eli Tomac to the team for the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross and Lucas Oil Pro Motocross season. The multi-time champion completes a powerhouse line-up, joining the newly crowned 2021 Pro Motocross Champion Dylan Ferrandis. After campaigning for a Supercross title in the 250 class, Christian Craig will join the duo for the outdoor season aboard the Yamaha YZ450F.

Tomac brings with him a wealth of experience and is a proven championship contender. In addition to his three consecutive Pro Motocross 450MX titles from 2017-2019, he added the coveted 450SX Championship to his resume in 2020. The Coloradan has amassed an impressive number of victories and is the winningest rider currently active in both premier class championships.

The Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing 450 Team is fresh off of a great debut in the premier class. After a solid start in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship with all three riders earning their first 450SX podium and finishing comfortably inside the top-10 in the standings, the team had a stellar Lucas Oil Pro Motocross season. In addition to Ferrandis securing the title a weekend early, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. earned Manufacturer of the Year honors, and the Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing Team was named Team of the Year. The series also awarded Jeremy Coker Team Manager of the Year and the 450 Mechanic of the Year went to Ferrandis’ mechanic, Alex Campbell.

Jeremy Coker – Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing 450 Team Manager

“We’re really happy to have Eli on board next season. He is a proven championship contender and an incredible athlete. Together with Dylan and then Christian joining us for the outdoor season, we have a great line-up and look to be fighting up front for the number-one plate in both championships. This year was a great first year in the premier class for the team and an absolutely incredible Pro Motocross season. We look to build on that and are really excited for the 2022 season.”

Eli Tomac – Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing

“I’m really excited about this next chapter of my racing career with the Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing team. With the recent success of the team, motorcycle, and crew members in place, I know we will be ready for the challenge of winning races. January can’t come soon enough!”

MXGP OF GERMANY – TEUTSCHENTHAL, 1 OCTOBER 2021

Mathys Boisrame to deputise for injured Monticelli in MXGP

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES THANKS JASON ANDERSON ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING PART WAYS WITH FORMER 450SX CHAMPION AFTER SEVEN SUCCESSFUL YEARS TOGETHER

Husqvarna Motorcycles would like to express its sincere thanks to Jason Anderson for his hard work, commitment, and racing achievements during the last seven years. Following a highly successful relationship with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing, the American’s time with the team has now drawn to a close.

Since joining Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing in 2015 to compete on FC 450 machinery in the 450 class, Jason Anderson has entered each AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross season as a genuine title contender.

Unquestionably, the highlight of Anderson’s time with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna came in 2018 when he was crowned 450SX champion. The victory marked the first 450 supercross title for Husqvarna Motorcycles with Jason’s performances and championship result also making a notable contribution to the brand’s international standing, as well as adding to their now 106 World Championship wins. During his time with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Jason won seven 450SX Main Events and claimed 27 podium finishes.

Further success was achieved outdoors in the 450 Pro Motocross series, with Anderson claiming 16 overall podium results and a career-best championship finish of fourth in 2019. Outside of racing in America, Anderson won multiple Australian Supercross Championship races and represented Team USA at the FIM Motocross of Nations on two occasions.

Robert Jonas – Vice President Motorsports Offroad:“We’ve had a great seven years with Jason and are hugely appreciative of all that he achieved and contributed to Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing. The highlight of course was winning the 450SX title in 2018. It was a huge achievement, both personally for Jason and also for Husqvarna, marking the first 450SX championship for Husqvarna and the FC 450. That championship win really helped elevate Husqvarna’s position within global motorsports, and really helped push the brand forwards. Everyone at Husqvarna Motorcycles wish Jason the very best of luck for the future.”

Stephen Westfall – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Manager:“It’s been an honour to have worked with such a talented and committed racer like Jason. His dedication and talent, together with his willingness to always put the work in, ensured he was always the best rider he could be. It’s unfortunate that his time with the team coincides with him being injured as he was showing some great speed early on in the Pro Motocross season. On behalf of Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing, I wish Jason well and look forward to seeing him at the races in the future.”