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Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing to complete 2023 Team by signing Lucas Coenen

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing are excited to announce that Lucas Coenen has joined the squad ahead of the 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship. Coenen, who hails from Belgium, is set to compete in the MX2 class aboard the proven FC 250.

Coenen is one of the brightest talents to emerge from Europe in some time. Racing in the EMX250 class at fifteen years of age, he won seven of the final eight motos and secured second in the final classification. It was an impressive term aboard his FC 250 and such potential will be nurtured under the Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing awning.

With Lucas Coenen added to their line-up, Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing will run a rather exciting trio in the 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship. Kay de Wolf and Roan van de Moosdijk will enter the new term, which begins with the Grand Prix of Patagonia-Argentina on March 12, with title aspirations.

Lucas Coenen: "I am really excited to join Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing for the 2023 season! To start my MX2 career with a brand as prestigious as Husqvarna is an honour and I cannot wait to see what I can do on my FC 250."

Rasmus Jorgensen, Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Manager: "Adding Lucas Coenen to Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing is exciting for all of us; he was so impressive in the EMX250 class earlier this year and already on a Husqvarna. I'm very proud of the Husqvarna brand, and it makes a lot of sense to continue writing this story together! 2023 is shaping up to be a great year for the team. Kay and Roan are extremely motivated to put the unlucky 2022 season behind them and have set their sights on 2023. We are counting down to round one!"

 

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Sacha Coenen to make full-time MX2 debut with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

Promising Belgian starlet Sacha Coenen will be Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s third rider in the 2023 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship after confirming a multi-year KTM deal.

The soon-to-be sixteen-year-old (on November 9th) will join Andrea Adamo and Liam Everts on the works KTM 250 SX-Fs for next season since impressing with his natural speed and dedicated attitude in European Championship competition during 2022.

Coenen, and his twin brother Lucas, will enter MXGP for the first time next year. He has been recruited by the orange crew and will use 2023 to develop his skills, racecraft and physique at the highest level. Sacha will link with countryman and former multi world champion Joel Smets to oversee his development. Smets guided double MX2 #1 Tom Vialle from EMX aspirant to two titles in just four seasons between 2019 and 2022.

Coenen will also be able to count on the experience of new Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager Tony Cairoli as the squad will now field a four-rider roster. Jeffrey Herlings will be the sole entrant in the MXGP class with the KTM 450 SX-F.

KTM’s freshest star was a moto winner in the 2021 EMX125 series and grabbed points in EMX250 outings in 2022 while still waiting for his fifteenth birthday. He could eventually follow Herlings, Jorge Prado and Vialle as full-time Grand Prix debutants with Red Bull KTM that went on to claim the gold number plate.

Sacha Coenen: “This a dream come true for me! I’m so happy to be joining Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. I have been riding the stock 2023 KTM 250 SX-F and love it so far and really like the power. I’m looking forward to working with Joel because I’m sure he can bring some things to my program that I don’t have. I know I have a lot to learn but I want to have fun and do as well as I can.”

Joel Smets, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Trainer: “It is almost insane how much energy and motivation Sacha has, and, at the moment, he is the smaller of the twins! I don’t think I have ever seen so much determination and dedication for someone who is still so young. He still needs to grow physically and professionally and we need to work on the balance between his desire and his abilities. It will be a big challenge to guide all that energy…but we are really looking forward to it.”

 

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Ufo Plast presents “Another Vision”

The Tuscan brand, on the occasion of the launch of the ‘23 collection, writes a new page in its history, continuing a path in constant evolution.

There are many challenges that Ufo Plast is facing in this new path of rebirth.

The real challenge is to look ahead to other visions, to go in the direction that is considered correct. Mainly by radically modifying some habits to preserve its own authenticity in this revolutionary process.

“Another Vision” is the concept of the launch campaign of the 2023 collection and it really wants to inaugurate a new vision, a new path that Ufo Plast intends to undertake after the recent acquisition with a new owner and a its new management.

The new collection, which will be officially presented at EICMA 2022, tells about the change of perspective and gives to the world an anticipation of the new entrepreneurial approach, consolidated during 2022. The brand has, in fact, entered a phase of renewed dynamism, to give a full expression of all the opportunities that the future reserves for the Tuscan company from a global perspective.

The goal is to achieve ambitious goals while also continuing on its usual path of Made in Italy production, thanks to tailored products with high durability, the result of decades of experience in the motocross sector.

Many products are the result of this new vision, starting with the line of monochromatic suits for adults and children, in six different colors with a minimal approach to the design of technical garments. Novelties, not to the sector, but certainly for Ufo Plast.

State-of-the-art protections, designed using materials and production techniques that fully satisfy the needs of athletes, such as: the use of the new Sensitive® fabric that guarantees freshness and breathability, Sas Tech® and Impact Tech® way more comfortable protective inserts, silicone details and customized piping for optimal comfort.

Great anticipation for the “Echus” helmet with a unique design, made of fiber, with headline flush with the shell, new padding and quick safety release system, level 6 approved.

An extended range of helmets for urban purpose has been created in addition to the “Sheratan” model which is the company’s evergreen in 8 colors.

Ufo Plast also presents a new range of travel gears, renewed in products and in graphics to adapt to daily needs on and off the track.

A new beginning is traced for this Italian company that aims to consolidate existing markets and look to new markets to strengthen its presence of “Made in Ufo Plast” all over the world, witnessed by the release for the first time of the entire collection of clothing also on the American market.

The company has in fact worked to develop a highly efficient logistics service based in Italy that can ship anywhere in a short time.

“Another Vision” marks a new era for Ufo Plast which anticipates a gradual introduction of products throu- ghout the year, to offer sportspeople from all over the world continuous innovations, in response to the new dyna- mics of the market, and with the aim of consolidating its position among the most important world players in the sector.

By sharing its new corporate vision, the company is ready to welcome experts and enthusiasts who are willing to carry out concrete growth projects together with Ufo Plast.

Ufo Plast’s vision is to always be by the side of anyone who wants to seriously explore their passions.

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2022 Season Review Now Online!

MXGP is delighted to share that the 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship season review is now available FOR FREE on www.MXGP-TV.com!

Take a moment to remember some of the best moments of the 2022 season, featuring some close battles, awesome victories and of course the crowning of the World and European Champions – all in the 52-minute special!

The season review takes an in depth look at Tim Gajser’s journey to his fifth world title, along with the close fight for the crown in MX2 between Tom Vialle and Jago Geerts then went down to the final chequered flag of the season and of course the unforgettable 75th Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations!

Join us, as we take a look back on another fantastic year of MXGP! All you need to do is register/login to MXGP-TV.com to enjoy the 52-minute special. 

CLICK HERE & ENJOY! 

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26 min Behind the Gate from the MXoEN is NOW ONLINE

The MXoEN made its return this year in Talavera de La Reina where riders from all over Europe represented their Nation in EMX125, EMX250 and EMX85 classes.

The MXoEN Behind the Gate features the main actions from the event as Team France was crowned Champion as well as exclusive interviews, GoPro Lap, teams presentation and atmosphere footage and much more.

The 26 min Behind the Gate from the MXoEN is available for free on MXGP-TV.com and on MXGP-TV Youtube page.

Click HERE and get all the exclusive footage from the 2022 Edition of the MXoEN.

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CAIROLI TAKES THE REINS AS RED BULL KTM TEAM MANAGER IN 2023 MXGP RESHUFFLE

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have made several strategic changes to their FIM MXGP World Championship structure that will funnel into their bids for success in 2023 Grand Prix. Chief among those is a fresh role for MXGP and KTM legend Tony Cairoli, who will front the squad as Team Manager.

For 2023 KTM are pleased to announce that nine-times world champion Tony Cairoli will become Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager. The 37-year-old, who was still competing at the highest level with AMA Pro National appearances this summer, won six of his championships with KTM SX-F technology and has been a Red Bull KTM factory rider since 2010. Tony boasts exceptional knowledge of not only the sport but also KTM’s racing culture and philosophy. He will sync with fellow former multi world champion Joel Smets who will train and coach a selection of Red Bull KTM Factory racing riders and other athletes in the group.

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing recently celebrated their fourteenth title in the MX2 division since 2004 and with the KTM 250 SX-F thanks to Tom Vialle’s thrilling last round victory of the 2022 campaign in Turkey. Except for the 2015 season, the crew have claimed at least one MXGP or MX2 crown each year since 2010. Smets has been instrumental in Vialle’s development and two crowns since 2020.

On the technical side Vialle’s well respected and experienced mechanic Harry Norton – who helped refine two versions of the title-winning KTM 250SX-F, the 2020 edition and the brand new 2023 model - will take over the role of Team Technical Co-ordinator while long-standing leader Dirk Gruebel will assume the position of Project Manager for Motocross Development.

Claudio De Carli, the man who guided Cairoli to the six championships between 2010 and 2017, will now oversee KTM racing efforts as the new Motocross Race Director. The Italian forged an incredibly strong bond with KTM at the start of the last decade when he helped deliver the factory’s first premier class distinction in MXGP.

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will launch into 2023 with Jeffrey Herlings (MXGP, KTM 450SX-F) and Andrea Adamo and Liam Everts (MX2, KTM 250SX-F).

Tony Cairoli, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager: “2022 was a change for me and now this is another chapter! It was great to race again this year but it was also positive to take a small step back from racing and see things in a different way. I really hope I can bring as much knowledge and passion as possible to this new role. I will have some learning to do but I also worked with some amazing people in my career, so I expect to use this experience. We are already thinking about our goals for 2023.”

Robert Jonas, Head of Motorsports Offroad: “It is very satisfying to see how we were able to reorganise and clarify the positions of important people for Red Bull KTM and other projects. I think there is some exciting potential because there is so much priceless experience; both on the ground at the track and back in the workshops. If Tony can bring the same enthusiasm for motocross and learning as he did when he was a rider then this next challenge should go very well for him and be of a big benefit for the team. I want to thank all of the staff involved for getting behind the plan and how we will head into the world championship in the coming years.”

Pit Beirer, KTM Motorsports Director: “This is the next step in our race department vision for motocross and for the way we want to keep the brands and organise the best potential in the paddock. It was clear that Tony’s experience and never-ending passion for the sport was something we could count on, just like we did in 2009 when we first started talking. The De Carli connection has been one of the big success stories for us and I’m pleased that it can progress and continue. It’s great to have Joel in his development role still and Harry and Dirk taking on different tasks. We have some great riders and some excellent staff for 2023 so I’m sure we’ll have plenty more exciting times.”

Claudio De Carli, KTM Motocross Race Director: “It feels very special to have this new position and to continue my story with Pit, Robert and the whole KTM group. As many people know we started our partnership well over ten years ago now and it was strong mutual trust that allowed us all to succeed right away and then to carry on winning in MXGP. We are now in transition to the next generation but we have the best possible foundations. I hope we can keep the motocross division as one of the most prolific for KTM and the race department. We’ll push to the maximum to make it happen across the categories.”

 

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Issue #110 of MXGP Magazine now online!

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 18 October 2022 – Infront Moto Racing is pleased to share the October issue of the MXGP Magazine!

The 110th edition of the monthly magazine features the winners of the 75th Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, Team USA, as the cover story, as we take a closer look at the history of Team USA at the Monster Energy FIM MXoN and their journey back to the top step after an 11-year wait!

The rest of the magazine includes our monthly Racing Catch-Up which takes a look at the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations action from RedBud, along with the winners of the Fox Holeshot Award.

This month’s special feature takes a look at the Motocross of European Nations which took place in Talavera de la Reina.

You’ll also find the Vintage Bike section, which includes Greg Albertijn’s 1993 Honda CR250

while in this month’s Hall of Fame we learn more about the career of Fred Vialle.

You can find all this plus more in the 110th issue of MXGP Mag, which you can download for FREE on the Apple Store or Google Play. Read it HERE!

Users who have already downloaded other issues on their iOS device can automatically download the new issue by opening the News Stand and clicking on the cover of the MXGP Mag. Whereas those readers using an Android device will be able to download the magazine for free thanks to this app: http://bit.ly/IssuuOnAndroid.

 

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MXGP Mag 110

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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TIMETABLE

MXGP ENTRY LIST

MX2 ENTRY LIST

 

Support Classes

WMX ENTRY LIST

EMX250 ENTRY LIST

 

2026 MXGP of The Netherlands Tickets
VIP Gold Skybox

 

Race track

Name Motorportpark Gelderland Midden
Address

Koningsweg 51 | 6816 TJ Arnhem

GPS coordinates

Track : N 52°02'17.9"N 5°55'36.8"E

welcome office MXGP Arnhem : Koningsweg 31B in Arnhem

Coordinates: 52.03758056782029, 5.9026185549450325

Phone  
Website  
Email  

 

 

 

Organizer

Name Dik Van Wikselaar 
Phone +31 651407178  
Website  https://mxgparnhem.nl/  /  https://www.motorsportparkgelderlandmidden.nl/
Email info@motorsportpark.nl

 

 

Local press officer

Name Jan Boer
Phone

+31 655 722 117

Email media@mxgparnhem.nl

 

 

National federation

Name

KNMV - Koninklijke Nederlandse Motorrijders Vereniging. 

Phone +31-26352 8517
Website https://knmv.nl/
Email r.bremmemer@knmv.nl 

 

 

Airports

Name

Weeze Airport 

Distance 67 km
Website https://airport-weeze.com/?lang=en
   
Name Eindhoven Airport
Distance 85 km
Website https://www.eindhovenairport.nl/en
   
Name Schipol Airport 
Distance 106 km
Website https://www.schiphol.nl/en/

 

 

Tourist board

Name VVV Arnhem
Phone +31 9001122344
Website https://www.visitarnhem.com/
Email info@citystorearnhem.com

 

 

 

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2023 Provisional FIM Motocross World Championship Calendar

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 11 October 2022 – Infront Moto Racing is delighted to share the provisional 2023 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar featuring some new and exciting locations!

21 events are foreseen in 2023, including the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations which is set to take place in Ernée, France, on October the 22nd. Additional events, such as the FIM Junior Motocross World Championship will head to Romania on the 9th of July, while the MXoEN will be held on October the 8th with a TBA venue.

The FIM Motocross World Championship is set to kick off on the 12th of March at the MXGP of Patagonia Argentina in the stunning Villa la Angostura, followed by two events in locations to be confirmed on the 26th of March and then 8th and 10th of April.

Grand Prix are set to take place in Trentino, Portugal and Spain, before MXGP will return to Villars sous Ecot for the MXGP of France. Then MXGP of Latvia and the Liqui Moly MXGP of Germany are scheduled in early June and will round out the first half of the season in Europe before the trip to Asia for the Indonesian double header in Sumbawa and the brand new Lombok.

Czech Republic, Flanders (Belgium), Finland and Sweden will see the action return to Europe, before we see the much-anticipated return of the MXGP of the Netherlands at a track that is not new to the MXGP Paddock as the Dutch GP will be held at the popular Arnhem on the 20th of August!

And to finish off the season, Turkiye will once again host MXGP in Afyonkarahisar before the series will make its very first trip to a brand-new venue in Thanh Hoa for the MXGP of Vietnam. A TBA event will follow in early October before the Championship is set to conclude at the MXGP of Great Britain in Matterley Basin for the 2023 Grand Finale.

Infront Moto Racing is delighted to see the series grow and travel to new venues as well as see the return of old favourites and would like to thank the FIM, FIM-Europe, all the organizers and Federations along with teams, partners and all stakeholders for their cooperation to complete this MXGP calendar that will see 20 rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship in 2023.

Click here to download the 2023 Provisional MXGP Calendar

 

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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MXoEN Ballot Results - Talavera de La Reina

Andrea Barbieri, Chairman of FIM Europe Motocross Commission welcomed everybody in Talavera de la Reina and hosted the Traditional Ballot to define the starting Grids for the 2022 Edition of the MXoEN and WMXoEN.

Here below the complete results:

 

MXoEN Starting Grid

·       Spain

·       France

·       Finland

·       Sweden

·       Portugal

·       Bulgaria

·       Croatia

·       Italy

·       Slovenia

 

WMXoEN Starting Grid

·       Norway

·       Croatia

·       Lithuania

·       USA

·       Italy

·       Spain

·       The Netherlands

·       Sweden

·       France

·       Denmark

·       Finland

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Saturday, October 8, 2022
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