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The team led by Paolo Mencacci, this season which in a few weeks will start with the first stage at Matterly Basin in England, presents its two new drivers who will be lined up behind the starting gate.

In MX2 still riding the KTM 250 SX-F, the young Spanish rider Samuel Nilsson, born in 2002, fresh Spanish champion, will make his debut in the FIM Motocross World Championship on a permanent basis.

The KTM Racestore team in partnership with the Luciani Team will assist Simone Mancini in the 125 European Championship races, class 2007, Junior 85 champion. In addition to the European races, Simone will participate in the Italian Junior Championship.

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 12 January 2022 – Every season of the FIM Motocross World Championship the MXGP crew, collect various stats throughout the year, one of those statistics being the fastest lap.

Every Grand Prix weekend, the Timekeeper checks which rider has produced the fastest lap during the races (in MXGP and MX2) which is then recorded in the system and compiled into a list.

We are excited to share the list of the Fastest Laps of 2021 with you! And it looks like after 18 Grand Prix’s, that’s 36 races, it was revealed that Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jeffrey Herlings and Tom Vialle had the fastest laps in MX2 and MXGP.

During the historic 2021 season, Herlings racked up an impressive 8 fast laps which included the quickest time in Maggiora, Lommel, Kegums, Riola Sardo, Lacapelle-Marival, Trentino and both of the races in Mantova which gave him the upper hand over Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Romain Febvre who was second with four, while his teammate Antonio Cairoli had two.

Meanwhile Vialle collected a total of five fastest laps last year, with Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing’s Jago Geerts and Maxime Renaux tied on points for second and third. Vialle picked up the fastest lap of the race in Orlyonok, Afyon, Lacapelle-Marival, Intu Xanadu – Arroyomolinos and Trentino.

Take a look at the overall standings for the Fastest Laps in 2021, as well as a Grand Prix breakdown, below;

Fastest Lap 2021 Overall Standings

Fastest Lap 2021 Grand Prix Breakdown

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 12 January 2022– LIQUI MOLY enters the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP). From the upcoming season, the German oil and additive specialist will be the exclusive lubricant partner for the series as well as the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations (MXoN) and the FIM Snowcross World Championship (SNX). “Both technology and riders can also rely on us off road,” says Peter Baumann, Marketing Director at LIQUI MOLY.

The company offers an extensive range of chemicals for two-wheel machines: from motor oils to gear oils, fork oils, additives, greases, service sprays and cleaning products to brake fluids, chain oils and leather care products. In total, there are over 100 products specifically for motorcycles, including some developments especially for the off-road sector.

“This makes LIQUI MOLY a strong partner who will also provide us with important technological support,” says David Luongo, CEO of Infront Moto Racing, who is responsible for promoting the racing series. “We look forward to benefiting from the expertise of this oil specialist.”

LIQUI MOLY will also be the title sponsor for the MXGP races in Germany. "Motorbike fans already know us from MotoGP, where we have been the official oil supplier for all teams in Moto2 and Moto3 for many years. Enduro fans also know who we are from our cooperation with Betamotors," says Peter Baumann, Marketing Director at LIQUI MOLY. “By showing our commitment to MXGP, MXoN and SNX, we want to specifically target the off-road sector and make them curious about our tailor-made products.”

LIQUI MOLY has not only continuously expanded its motorcycle range in recent years. Sales also increased more in this segment than the company's total sales. “This year we will generate three times the turnover than we did five years ago,” says Peter Baumann. “This shows that more and more motorbikers are convinced of our quality.”

About LIQUI MOLY

With around 4,000 items, LIQUI MOLY offers a global, uniquely broad range of automotive chemicals: Motor oils and additives, greases and pastes, sprays and car care, glues and sealants. Founded in 1957, LIQUI MOLY develops and produces exclusively in Germany. There it is repeatedly voted the best oil brand. The company sells its products in more than 150 countries and generated € 611 million in sales in 2020.

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After a very successful 2021 season highlighted by the 5 podiums of the rising Spanish talent, Ruben Fernandez in the MX2 World Championship, Team Honda 114 Motorsports will be even stronger for the new 2022 campaign!

After a stunning debut in Mantova this year in the MXGP class Ruben Fernandez will step up to MXGP World Championship for 2022 on board his new CRF450RW ready to fight for the top positions of the most competitive class on the planet.

Besides Fernandez in MXGP, Team 114 Motorsports will line up in the MX2 class the young, Norwegian talent, Hakon Fredriksen who impressed this year securing 2 wins and 4 podiums in the EMX250 despite being only 19 years old.

Again, for the 2022 season Team 114 Motorsports will line up two ladies in the WMX World Championship with the confirmation of the Aussie, Tahlia O’Hare who finished in the top 10 in the championship this year and looking for more in 2022 and the new recruit, the very young Norwegian Martine Hughes who will make her debut in this class in 2022.

Ruben: “I will be riding for 114 motorsports for the 2022 season. Considering the good results, we got last year and how good I felt with everyone on the team I am happy I am able to work with them for another year. Looking forward to this upcoming new season”.

Hakon: I’’m really excited about the new team and the new challenge stepping up to MX2. I really appreciate the opportunity! Everyone is super nice and motivated so I think we can do great things together. Also having Ruben and TJ as teammates is going to be good, I think we can push each other to a higher level. It’s cool going back to the roots riding Honda again, it’s where my racing career started. The new bike feels amazing, I’ve ridden it a few times now and already from the first test I felt comfortable! Looking forward to make it even better over the winter with the crew. Can’t wait to go racing!”

TJ: “I’m excited for the second year together with the team to keep making progress and putting some nice races together. I like how everyone in the team works together and am happy to have the opportunity to continue”.

Livia Lancelot Team Manager: “After a successful season in 2021 , I’m really happy to line up next season with Ruben again but on the 450cc this time. I’m sure that this class will suit him better. I’m also really happy to keep working with Tahlia, she didn’t have the time to show all her potential yet so I’m happy that we have more time. Then we have Two new riders in the Team with Hakon and Martine, I can’t wait to start working with all of them”.

Gordon Crockard: “With the 2021 season concluded only some weeks ago and the 2022 season set to start racing soon, the off season is minimal and the team have little time to rest and recharge. We have confidence that the team will be ready and give our riders their best opportunity to maximise their potential entering into the up-shift of categories for both Ruben to MXGP and Hakon to MX2. Ruben has the task of mastering the mighty 450 class and showed us already he has the minerals necessary, however this is his rookie year and with such a short off season we have to act with patience and take steps respectfully. Hakon returns to the Honda family onboard the all new CRF250R, colours I fondly remember him representing as an EMX150 race winner in the Honda 150 European Championship. MX2 is a step up for Hakon, but with the new CRF250R and the team structure, I think he has his best opportunity to showcase himself well”.

To celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, MXGP would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year by sharing our annual Christmas video for 2021.

Immerse yourself into the sounds of MXGP with a festive twist!

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 24 December 2021 – Infront Moto Racing is delighted to share that the 100^th issue of the MXGP Magazine is now online!

The 100^th edition of the monthly magazine, which was first published in September of 2013, includes all of the ‘Hall of Fame’ and ‘Vintage Bikes’ features from the 53^rd edition onwards as we take the occasion of the 100^th issue to take a look back on the last editions of MXGP Magazine!

Celebrate the festive season in style and check out the 100^th 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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JM Honda Racing is proud to announce its rider line-up for the 2022 season. Besides remaining active in the MXGP class, the JM Honda Racing team will also be participating in the FIM MX2 World championship.

Henry Jacobi remains with the team. Jacobi had some excellent showings during the 2021 season in the FIM MXGP World Championships, and the team is working hard at improving on this for the 2022 season. With 16 finishes inside the top 15, Jacobi was consistently well into the points, but both he and the team are aiming for more and are working hard towards even better results next year.

Ivo Monticelli will join Jacobi in the MXGP class. Monticelli is an acknowledged fast rider and hopes to develop further within the professional structure of the team. Monticelli has recovered fully from the shoulder injury that plagued him all season long and can start his preparations for the season in good physical shape.

After a few years' absence, the JM Honda Racing team will also be active in the MX2 class again. Petr Polak will be flying the team flag in this class. The young Czech has scored several top 15 finishes in the 2021 MX world championship series and will only benefit from the professional structure of the JM Honda Racing Team to enable him to score consistently well.

Jacky Martens: "I am proud of the line-up that we announced. We can show some growth with all three riders based on their level of the past year, and that is positive. The Honda material provides an ideal base to be able to produce good results. We have already started with the preparations for the upcoming season and will leave no stone unturned to get to the race season in full readiness". 

DIGA Procross KTM will run KTM SX-F race technology in both the MXGP and MX2 classes of the 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship with a fresh rider line-up. The German squad welcome Grand Prix winner Thomas Kjer Olsen and Grand Prix rookie Liam Everts into their Cologne-based operation.

The bond between the ambitious DIGA Procross team and the KTM racing department has existed since 2018 as the outfit helped develop a number of riders and Grand Prix talent. Justin Amian’s unit will now steer KTM’s advanced SX-F motocross machinery – with factory backing - but they will also harbor the competitive objectives of Thomas Kjer Olsen in the MXGP class and newcomer Liam Everts in MX2.

Olsen enters only his second term in MXGP after claiming victories, podiums and three top-three classifications in a successful MX2 tenure. The 24-year-old Dane is looking to progress his career in 2022 after showing sufficient speed to become a top ten regular in 2021. Next year’s calendar will see #19 race the KTM 450 SX-F for the first time for what will also be DIGA Procross’ maiden appearance in the category.

Liam Everts makes the step into Grand Prix competition for his first full year at world championship level. The 17-year-old Belgian has been carving his name into the foundations of the sport thanks to excellent technique and bags of potential. He showed enough promise through the EMX125 and EMX250 European Championships (with podium appearances in both divisions) – as well as debuting for his country at the 2021 Motocross of Nations – to earn his MX2 berth with the KTM 250 SX-F.

Justin Amian, DIGA Procross Team Manager: “We are happy and proud to officially represent KTM in the FIM Motocross World Championship from 2022.With Liam Everts we have a young, hungry and very talented athlete in our team, and we will try to support his progress as much as possible. With Thomas Kjer Olsen we will start a new chapter in the premier class in 2022. Thomas has personally developed a lot in his 2021 MXGP rookie season and has shown great pace, which gives us the confidence that he will one day be at the front of the toughest series on the planet. Our team is eager for great results and we will do everything in our power to get better and better every day. I would like to thank Pit Beirer and Robert Jonas for the confidence they have shown in us and for the opportunity to represent KTM at the highest level.”

Robert Jonas, VP of Motorsports Offroad: “With the fit of Thomas, Liam and the DIGA Procross team we are able to create an exciting effort for 2022 and the future. It’s an understatement to say we have high hopes for both riders in their classes and their stories and goals. We know Justin and rest of the DIGA crew will help them on the way and also push the KTM brand very hard. We’re already looking forward to seeing them on track.”

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 20 December 2021 – Infront Moto Racing is pleased to share the provisional OAT (Officially Approved Teams) list for the 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship!

The provisional list gives a breakdown of all the teams that have currently entered to contest in the 2022 season of racing, along with the riders who will represent them. At present, the list features over 35 teams that will take part in the MXGP and MX2 Championships next year. 

The 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship will kick-start at the fan and rider favourite, Matterley Basin in Winchester for the MXGP of Great Britain on the 19^th and 20^th of February. Matterley Basin will host a Grand Prix for the 12^th time since first making its appearance on the MXGP racing calendar in 2006.  

The 2022 will see the return of the usual two-day format, which means that Saturday will feature the MXGP and MX2 Qualifying heat alongside the practice sessions, as well as race one of the EMX and WMX support classes. While on Sunday fans will be treated to the best actions with the main MXGP and MX2 races, along with the second race of the EMX and WMX Championships.  

With more than 30 teams entered with the fastest riders in the world and a packed racing schedule, the 2022 season of MXGP is bound to deliver another historic season with some of the best action in the world!

The 2022 Provisional OAT MXGP & MX2 Lists can be viewed in its entirety below:

MXGP Provisional OAT List

MX2 Provisional OAT List

Click HERE to download the complete OAT List

Click HERE to download the MXGP OAT List

Click HERE to download the MX2 OAT List

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 14 December 2021 – Infront Moto Racing is very pleased to launch the VIP Gold Skybox online sales for selected 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship events.

MXGP fans can now secure themselves an adrenaline-charged weekend with the VIP Gold Skybox pass and experience a weekend unlike ever before with the most special ticket package available!

The VIP Gold Skybox pass provides the ultimate MXGP experience with access to the most exclusive areas at the MXGP event: 

• The MXGP Venue
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• The VIP Gold Skybox Restaurant located near the track, where you will be able to enjoy fine food, while also keeping an eye on the racing.
• The one and only Skybox Terrace which can be found the behind the starting gate, giving you the most exclusive view of the waiting zone, starting grid and podium!
• In addition also the VIP Gold SkyBox Car Parking Pass is included.

You can purchase your VIP Gold Skybox pass for the following events:

• Great Britain: http://greatbritain.motocross-viptickets.com/
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• Germany: http://germany.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Czech Republic: http://czechrepublic.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Flanders (Belgium): http://belgium.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Sweden: http://sweden.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Finland: http://finland.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Charente Maritime (St.Jean d'Angely): https://stjean-angely.motocross-viptickets.com/
• Turkey: http://turkey.motocross-viptickets.com/

Don't miss out on your chance to get even closer to the action at the FIM Motocross World Championship! Get ahead of the rest, head over to MXGP ticket shop and snag your exclusive VIP Gold Skybox pass NOW by clicking HERE!

You can also up your weekend experience with our additional VIP Gold Camping pass, which provides you with a highly coveted spot to park your camper/motorhome at a privileged location near the paddock at selected MXGP race.

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