MX2

MATTERLEY BASIN (Great Britain), 01 October 2017 - This morning at the 2017 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional a press conference was held to announce the exciting new venues for the MXGP Calendar and the 2018 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations. Youthstream President Giuseppe Luongo, FIM President Vito Ippolito, Red Bud Co-Owner Amy Ritchie and Vice President of H&H Protection Group George Zhou were on stage to take part in this awaited announcement.

Perhaps the most exciting is the announcement that the 2018 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations will be held at the popular Red Bud Circuit in the United States. The track is known as one of the best and most American tracks in the country as it annually hosts professional racing around the patriotic 4th of July holiday. Located in Buchanan, Michigan the Red Bud circuit will bring the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations into the heart of America.

The 2018 FIM Motocross World Championship season will also see several new venues that emphasize the true worldwide MXGP championship which includes the MXGP of Spain at the new venue of Red Sand in Castellón and a new stop at the Afyon Motorsport Center in Turkey for both 2018 and 2019 with the full support of Turkish Motorcyling Federation (TMF).

Also a second round in Indonesia has been announced thanks to the increase of the interest of MXGP from the country, thus in 2018 MXGP will be back in Indonesia at the Pangkal Pinang site and in Semarang, on the North coast of Java Island 460 Kilometers from the country’s capital, Jakarta.

Not only were the 2018 MXGP venues presented but a stop in China for 2019 is foreseen as well. The 2 MXGP events in Indonesia along with the addition of the MXGP of China in 2019 will pair perfectly with the growing interest of MXGP in Asia.

Also it was announced that the MXGP of Portugal in Agueda and the MXGP of Czech Republic in Loket have been renewed.

Youthstream President Giuseppe Luongo stated: “MXGP continues to explode worldwide.  The 2017 season was no less than exceptional from all points of view and there are increasingly more and more countries interested in our sport, which is evident through MXGP’s social media where every day there are new countries showing enthusiasm towards MXGP.  Youthstream is delighted to welcome Turkey and a 2nd MXGP in Indonesia to the MXGP circus in 2018, and it is great to be having Red Sand as the Spanish venue and to have renewed agreements with Loket and Portugal.  The Motocross of Nations 2018 will be heading back to USA at the distinguished site of Red Bud. On top of that, 2019 will see China added to the list of MXGP destinations. MXGP organizers are committed to organize great and unique events and all together we are working hard to see Motocross flourish around the globe. We extend our sincere thanks to all MXGP organizers for the trust they give us.”

FIM President Vito Ippolito continued: “It is really a pleasure from the FIM side to see how motocross is growing, also outside of Europe and traditional countries, in particular Asia is a part of the world with more opportunity. It is a good to see that there are many countries interested in motocross within Asia but also that Youthstream is doing a very good job to establish GP’s in Asia.”

Red Bud Co-Owner Amy Ritchie said: “Red Bud is looking forward to hosting the world, we are really excited to see Youthstream and MXSports working together and it is going to be a great environment and a great team.”

Vice President of H&H Sports Protection Group George Zhou concluded: “We are proud to finalize our contract with Youthstream, behind this there is of course a lot of work to do but we think that we will have a successful result and we believe that the next growing market will be Asia especially China.”

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Riveting racing under threatening grey skies at the spectacular venue of Matterley Basin - Winchester, England - saw fifteen-year-old Estonian talent Jorgen-Matthias Talviku win the first race at the 2017 YZ125 bLU cRU Cup Superfinale.

33 of Europe's fastest YZ125 riders were able to flaunt their skills on the world stage in front of an enormous and highly animated crowd at the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations Presented by Fiat Professional today. The riders, aged between 12 and 16 years-old, put on a fantastic show as they went bar-to-bar for a place in the bLU cRU Master Class - an exclusive event that will take place in Italy at the end of October.

The kids' first race of the weekend took place after the premier classes, MXGP, MX2 and Open, had finished their practice sessions and Qualifying Races. As a result, the track was rippled with ruts, rough and rugged, which made line selection an added challenge.

After setting the third fastest time in the first practice session, young Italian Kevin Cristino took the holeshot ahead of the lightening quick Estonian, Jorgen-Matthias Talviku. Talviku ran a hot pace all day long. He was inside the top-two in both practice sessions and didn't waste any time proving his promise by blitzing past Cristino and leading every lap of the race to win by 20 seconds over Cristino.

Chasing Talviku & Cristino was another talented Italian and a familiar face from last year's YZ125 bLU cRU Cup, Francesco Bassi. Bassi finished eighth in the SuperFinale last year & didn't make the cut for the Master Class. This year, he has come back bigger, stronger and faster and he made sure that was obvious as he stormed his way to fourth place in the first race of the weekend.

One rider that made it to the Master Class - after finishing fourth place in the YZ125 bLU cRU Cup SuperFinale last year - was Sweden's Arvid Lüning. Lüning's fabulous style and excellent throttle control was impressive today. The sixteen-year-old Swede topped the charts in the final practice before charging back from a poor start for an impressive third-place finish after squeezing out Mirko Del Bosco and Bassi on the final lap.

With the YZ125 bLU cRU Cup SuperFinale taking place at the biggest and best motocross event in the world - the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations Presented by Fiat Professional - it offers the 33 talented youngsters an opportunity of a life-time. Upon completion of today's racing, five riders - the top-3 and two wild-cards - are one step closer to the bLU cRU Master Class - a three-day event run by two highly acclaimed bLU cRU ambassadors, designed to inspire and educate young aspiring motocross riders by offering them exclusive knowledge, insight and training tips from some their heroes. Of the five finalists that make it to the bLU cRU Master Class, one promising rider that has proven he has the desire, talent and attitude to be something great will be selected as the 2017 YZ125 bLU cRU Cup winner. He will be rewarded with a professional contract to race a GYTR kitted YZ125 in the 2018 EMX125 Championship, and a place on the MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 team.

To view the full results click here

Race 2 will take place tomorrow - Sunday 1st October - at 9:20am GMT-0 and can be watched live on www.mxgp-tv.com.

MATTERLEY BASIN (Great Britain), 30 September 2017 - The 71st edition of the Monster Energy Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional is off and running today in spectacular fashion. The action packed Qualifying races initiated the biggest and best motocross race of the year held on the picturesque hillsides of Matterley Basin, Winchester. Tens of thousand of fans filled the background creating an amazing atmosphere for a Saturday as it will surely increase tomorrow.

Qualifying in the top spot was the three time defending champions, Team France scoring 4pts with Gautier Paulin, Christophe Charlier, and Romain Febvre, then just as last year’s final result Team Netherlands, Glenn Coldenhoff, Brian Bogers, and Jeffrey Herlings followed scoring 4 points as well but the true surprise was Team Australia as Dean Ferris, Hunter Lawrence, and Kirk Gibbs qualified 3rd with a total of 6 points.

The first Qualifying Race of the day was that of the MXGP class with the vibrant crowd roaring in the background. When the gate dropped Team Germany’s Max Nagl took the holeshot but it wasn’t long before he was passed by Team Slovenia’s Tim Gajser.

Following the moves of Gajser and making their way past Nagl was Team France’s Gautier Paulin, Team Italy’s Antonio Cairoli, Great Britain’s Max Anstie, along with a handful of other riders. For Nagl the race didn’t get any better as he would continue to drop positions then fall and pull out of the race.

Back at the front Gajser was in a race of his own leading by a substantial margin. In second was the Frenchman Gautier Paulin but behind Paulin was an epic battle between Max Anstie and Antonio Cairoli. The pair of Anstie and Cairoli duked it out for the majority of the race with Cairoli leading the way more often than not. Anstie on lap 8 of 10 took the spot from Cairoli with an amazing move around the outside coming into a turn. However Cairoli responded shortly after taking the spot back and while Anstie remounted a charge he collided with a lapped rider over a jump.

At the finish it was Slovenia’s Tim Gajser ahead of France’s Paulin, Italy’s Cairoli, Great Britain’s Max Anstie (who recovered quickly from his fall), Belgium’s Jeremy Van Horebeek, and Russia’s Evgeny Bobryshev. Team USA’s Cole Seely finished 9th in his first Motocross of Nations race of any type.

Tim Gajser in the press conference said: “The track is really good, I’m enjoying it. I had a really good start, I was second and made a quick pass to get into the lead, made it happen and controlled the race. I’m really happy that tomorrow we will be in the final.”

MXGP Qualifying Heat top ten: 1. Tim Gajser (SLO, Honda), 27:02.312; 2. Gautier Paulin (FRA, Husqvarna), +0:05.416; 3. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, KTM), +0:06.841; 4. Max Anstie (GBR, Husqvarna), +0:21.486; 5. Jeremy Van Horebeek (BEL, Yamaha), +0:31.752; 6. Evgeny Bobryshev (RUS, Honda), +0:35.494; 7. Dean Ferris (AUS, Yamaha), +0:38.418; 8. Arnaud Tonus (SUI, Yamaha), +0:39.206; 9. Cole Seely (USA, Honda), +0:42.268; 10. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, KTM), +0:42.872.

Following the MXGP Qualifying Race was the ultra competitive MX2 version. Team Australia’s Hunter Lawerence started the race perfectly as he took the early lead and holeshot after his 2nd gate choice. Just behind Lawrence was Team Netherland’s Brian Bogers and Team Spain’s Jorge Prado Garcia.

From the 37th gate pick team USA’s Zach Osborne would come out of the first corner around 16th but by the end of the first official lap he made his way to 6th. Meanwhile Team France’s Christophe Charlier registered 5th on the first lap and did well to maintain his position only loses three spots by the finish including on to Osborne.

Osborne wasn’t in 5th for long though as he passed Great Britain’s Tommy Searle on the same lap as Charlier. Osborne continued his charge and caught up to the #35 of Jorge Prado who he cooly passed on his way through the uphill roller section. One lap later Osborne made it by Bogers for second but was still 11 seconds behind Lawrence who led.

For the next 5 laps Osborne chipped away at the lead eventually catching Lawrence but when he tried to pass the Australian responded and held the position, not letting off the throttle. The pace of Osborne proved to be too much for Lawrence in the end however as the American took the lead for the race win on the last lap.

Osborne in the press conference said: “It was tough, we had 37th gate pick and I didn’t make the very best start with that pick. I think I was maybe like 25th or 23rd when we came out of the first corner and I made some passes on the first lap. Even when I got into second I didn’t think it was possible to catch him but I just started to put my head down and he started to make some mistakes and I won."

MX2 Qualifying Heat top ten: 1. Zachary Osborne (USA, Husqvarna), 27:26.409; 2. Hunter Lawrence (AUS, Suzuki), +0:01.129; 3. Brian Bogers (NED, KTM), +0:24.169; 4. Jorge Prado Garcia (ESP, KTM), +0:25.359; 5. Thomas Kjer Olsen (DEN, Husqvarna), +0:27.304; 6. Darian Sanayei (PUR, Kawasaki), +0:30.267; 7. Tommy Searle (GBR, Kawasaki), +0:43.731; 8. Christophe Charlier (FRA, Husqvarna), +0:46.334; 9. Valentin Guillod (SUI, Honda), +1:12.973; 10. Harri Kullas (EST, Husqvarna), +1:13.996

The open class was last chance that the teams would have to qualify directly into the final tomorrow. Taking an impressive holeshot was the rider new to a 450, Team Switzerland’s Jeremy Seewer.

Seewer lost the lead quickly though when Team Netherland’s Jeffrey Herlings went flying by and Team France’s Romain Febvre shortly followed suit. Behind Seewer was a motivated Team Australia’s Kirk Gibbs, Team USA’s Thomas Covington, and Team Great Britain’s Dean Wilson.

While Herlings pulled away with the lead Romain Febvre kept him honest and showed he wasn’t far off the pace. As Seewer and the rest of the field lost touch with the top two, Dean Wilson was applying pressure to another 450 rookie, Thomas Covington.

Team Belgium’s Kevin Strijbos started the race around 10th but was making his way forward to catch the battle of Covington and Wilson. Wilson looked to have made the move on Covington on lap 5 but Covington held his own a rallied back. Later however Wilson made his way through and so too did Strijbos.

At the finish Jeffrey Herlings, who took the win nearly 29 seconds ahead of second place, Romain Febvre stated: “Obviously we did a pretty good job with qualifying second, it’s a shame we didn’t win qualifying but still it is all about tomorrow. I think my teammates did a good job, I think Glenn was a bit off today but you know tomorrow if he gets a good start he can regroup himself and Brian did a really good job and rode to the maximum. There is a lot of good guys in all three of the classes so it is going to be tough and I was happy about my riding today.”

OPEN Qualifying Heat top ten: 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 26:40.776; 2. Romain Febvre (FRA, Yamaha), +0:28.669; 3. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, Suzuki), +0:35.853; 4. Kirk Gibbs (AUS, KTM), +0:43.400; 5. Dean Wilson (GBR, Husqvarna), +0:45.274; 6. Kevin Strijbos (BEL, Suzuki), +0:59.581; 7. Thomas Covington (USA, Husqvarna), +1:05.754; 8. Graeme Irwin (IRL, Suzuki), +1:09.555; 9. Tanel Leok (EST, Husqvarna), +1:12.723; 10. Alessandro Lupino (ITA, Honda), +1:27.188

Click here for the complete results.

All the photos from the 2017 Edition of the Monster Energy FIM MXoN Presented by Fiat Professional will be available HERE

Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional – QUICK FACTS

Circuit length: 1950

Type of ground: Hard pack

Temperature: 16° C

Weather conditions: changeable

The Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional will be available across the board in high definition and is also globally available to view live and in HD on MXGP-TV.com. Click here for the complete list of countries and cooperating MXGP broadcasting networks.

TIMETABLE

Sunday: Warm-up B-Final 8:30; Race 2 YZ125 bLU cRU 09:20; Warm-up MXoN Group 1 9:50; Warm-up MXoN Group 2 10:20; B-Final 11:00; MXoN Race 1 (MXGP+MX2) 13:10; MXoN Race 2 (MX2+Open) 14:40; MXoN Race 3 (Open+MXGP) 16:08.

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The Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional had its first result come this morning in the way of Balloting. Balloting is the randomized process used to determine gate choice for today’s qualifying races.

The Balloting was hosted by the charismatic FIM/CMS Director Tony Skillington and was assisted by Monster Energy Girls. While one drew a team the other drew a starting position. Of the 38 teams the biggest upset was probably that of team USA who will go to the gate with the 37th choice. Team France was again fortunate with 3rd gate choice while the host nation, Great Britain, will have a choice of 24th.

The full results can be found below:

Portugal

1

Australia

2

France

3

Russia

4

Canada

5

Poland

6

Latvia

7

Brazil

8

Estonia

9

Croatia

10

Switzerland

11

Hungary

12

New Zealand

13

Slovakia

14

Israel

15

Germany

16

Netherlands

17

Ukraine

18

Finland

19

Ireland

20

Thailand

21

Slovenia

22

Spain

23

Great Britain

24

Puerto Rico

25

Greece

26

Argentina

27

Sweden

28

Iceland

29

Luxemburg

30

South Africa

31

Italy

32

Czech Republic

33

Belgium

34

Norway

35

USA

37

Lithuania

38

MATTERLEY BASIN (Great Britain), 29 September 2017 - The Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional started off today at the Matterley Basin circuit. The British venue was the host of the 2006 Motocross of Nations where epic racing occured creating vivid memories of the pristine event.

Now 11 years later the event was opened with a press conference in the Media Center here at Matterley Basin where Youthstream President, Mr. Giuseppe Luongo was joined on stage by FIM President Mr. Vito Ippolito and FIM/CMS Director Mr. Tony Skillington. Following the introduction speeches from Mr. Luongo, Mr. Ippolito, and Mr. Skillington the riders and team managers from various countries took to the stage.

Giuseppe Luongo opened the Press Conference saying: “I think we will have a great event, a great event for not only the riders, teams, and all the participants but for the spectators alike. This event is so special and it will always be special because it is not only a motocross race, it is the race of the year, where the fans come from everywhere in the world to create a very good atmosphere and this is what makes our sport so great and unique.”

The word was then passed to Mr. Vito Ippolito who said: “I am happy and proud of this event organized by Youthstream in such a beautiful place with a very good local organizer.” Mr. Tony Skillington followed saying: “We are excited, we are ready, and we are really looking forward to a great Motocross of Nations here in Matterley Basin, one of the most spectacular motocross circuits on the planet.”

Shortly after the opening speeches the defending champions, Team France took to the stage with Gautier Paulin #1, Christophe Charlier #2, Romain Febvre #3 and the Team Manager Pascal Finot who appeared to feel good and relaxed. The team showed happiness to be racing the event, representing France and shooting for a fourth win in a row. Second last year after losing out by only 1 point and returning with same team of Glenn Coldenhoff #4, Brian Bogers #5, Jeffrey Herlings #6, and Team Manager Marcel Hartman was the Netherlands. Jeffrey Herlings said: “I think we have a really strong team and we have been training together and been friend for a long time and I think that as a team we are strong.”

Finishing on the podium in 2016 was Team USA and in 2017 they have a new team led by longtime team manager Roger De Coster of Cole Seely #7, Zach Osborne #8, and Thomas Covington #9. Roger De Coster said: “These guys responded very quick when I asked them if they would want to be on the team, they were really eager to go and I was really happy about that. I would like to be on the middle spot of the podium and I’m counting on these guys to do it, it has been a while since I have been on the spot and I’m hoping that they will take me back there.” Cole Seely speaking about the event: “After seeing the track I am really excited to experience a new format and new track. Me and my teammates are very excited to be here, we have a lot of heart and a lot of passion to bring home a really good result.” Osborne commented: “In my opinion this is one of the best tracks in the entire world and I think it is a great place to have this race.” While Covington stated: “I’m feeling really good and just like these guys are I’m excited to represent the United States.”

With last year’s top 3 teams finished the home Team of Great Britain with Max Anstie, Tommy Searle, Dean Wilson, and team manager Mark Chamberlain were welcomed to the stage. The Brits seemed confident with Mark Chamberlain and the rest of the team mentioning that they feel very capable of winning this weekend.

Team Belgium with Jeremy Van Horebeek, Brent Van doninck, Kevin Strijbos, and manager Joel Smets, Team Switzerland with Arnaud Tonus, Valentin Guillod, Jeremy Seewer, and manager Marc Ristori, Team Italy with Antonio Cairoli, Michele Cervellin, Alessandro Lupino, and Team Manager Thomas Traversini and Team Australia with Dean Ferris, Hunter Lawrence, Kirk Gibbs and Team Manager Gary Benn finished out the 8 teams that were presented.

The last big event of the day had an amazing atmosphere where the teams from all around the world were presented to the crowd at the Teams Presentation on the starting line. Hundreds of fans lined the barriers to cheer and show pride in their respective country’s teams. Each team was presented and driven through the crowd on a Fiat Professional FULLBACK.

The amazing and positive vibe given off today will surely continue into tomorrow’s qualifying races as the riders will first take to the track at 10 AM for MXGP Free Practice.

Watch the Teams Presentation Show HERE

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MATTERLY BASIN (Great Britain), 29 September 2017 – Today the best motocross riders in the world joined by some of the biggest names, brands, and organizers of the 2017 season at the Matterley Basin circuit, venue of the 2017 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional, for the 2017 MXGP Awards.

This year’s awards ceremony was held behind the circuit’s new start on the Podium and Skybox structure, hosted by MXGP Presenters Paul Malin and Lisa Leyland then broadcasted live to everyone worldwide via Facebook and MXGP-TV. Youthstream President Mr. Giuseppe Luongo and FIM President Mr. Vito Ippolito were on hand to present the awards to the 2017 FIM Motocross World Champions Antonio Cairoli and Pauls Jonass, in addition to the industry award winners.

FIM Europe President Dr. Wolfgang Srb joined Mr. Giuseppe Luongo to present the 2017 European Champions EMX65 Mads Fredsoe Sorensen, EMX125 Presented by FMF Racing Brian Strubhart Moreau, Honda 150 Andrea Adamo, EMX250 Morgan Lesiardo, and EMX300 Brad Anderson. Returning to the stage Mr. Vito Ippolito rejoined Mr. Luongo to present the awards to the FIM Junior, WMX and VMX World Champions, Ivano van Erp, Eddie Wade, Gianluca Facchetti, Kiara Fontanesi and Martin Zarava.

On the podium came SEL CEO Pier Carlo Bottero as he awarded the Journalist of the year, Frank Van Hoydonck, Photographer of the year, Takuro Nagami, and the best digital platform, OTOR (On Track Off Road) accepted by Adam Wheeler. Then Mr. Luongo awarded the MX2 Rookie, Jorge Prado Garcia, the Jan de Groot award, an award that honors the most promising young talent.

Youthstream also donated €10,000 to the Wings for Life charity every year and this year the cheque was collected on behalf of the foundation by Valentina Ragni.

Tag Heuer awarded Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jeffrey Herlings and Team Suzuki World MX2’s Jeremy Seewer each a new Tag Heuer watch as the winners of the season’s Tag Heuer Fastest Lap Competition, 9 times for Herlings and 6 times for Seewer.

Fox Head Global Regions Executive Vice President Matthieu Bazil also joined Mr. Luongo on stage to award Antonio Cairoli and Jorge Prado Garcia with checks as the winners of the Fox Holeshot competition as Cairoli took 15 and Prado 14.

To wrap up the awards Antonio Cairoli and Pauls Jonass rode through the crowd and up to the start straight to the podium on the Fiat Professional FULLBACK. Both were brought on stage and each collected their World Champion Awards including championship rings and Tag Heuer watches.

The final award of the day, the lifetime career award, came later at the MXGP Awards Gala dinner in the VIP Hospitality of Matterley Basin and it was awarded to Broc Glover.

Here below the complete list of winners:

MXGP Manufacturer World Champion: KTM

MX2 Manufacturer World Champion: KTM

WMX Manufacturer World Champion: Yamaha

MXGP Winning Team: Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

MX2 Winning Team: Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

WMX Winning Team: MXFONTARACING Syneco

Mechanic of the Year: Ryan Deckert

Lifetime Career Award: Broc Glover

Steve Bruhn Award Journalist of the year: Frank Van Hoydonck

Photographer of the year: Takuro Nagami

Best Digital Platform: OTOR, Adam Wheeler

“Jan De Groot” Award (cheque €5.000): Jorge Prado

Motocross MXGP Best Cooperation: Russia

Motocross MXGP Best Race Track: Argentina

Motocross MXGP Best Media Centre: Russia

Motocross MXGP Best Paddock: Ottobiano

Motocross MXGP Best Promotion: Switzerland

Motocross MXGP Best Infrastructure: Switzerland

Wings For Life: Heinz Kinigardner & Pit Beirer

EMX 65 European Champion: Mads Fredsoe Sorensen

EMX 125 European Champion: Brian Moreau

EMX 150 Honda European Champion: Andrea Adamo

EMX 250 European Champion: Morgan Lesiardo

EMX 300 European Champion: Brad Anderson

65cc Junior World Cup Winner: Ivano Van Erp

85 Junior World Champion: Eddie Wade

125 Junior World Champion: Gianluca Facchetti

Veterans’ World Cup Winner: Martin Zerava

Women’s World Champion: Kiara Fontanesi

TAG HEUER Best Lap Challenge - MXGP & MX2: Jeffrey Herlings & Jeremy Seewer

FOX HOLESHOT Award MXGP and MX2: Antonio Cairoli and Jorge Prado

Motocross MXGP Best Organizer: Assen

MX2 World Champion: Pauls Jonass

MXGP World Champion: Antonio Cairoli

Watch the FULL Video from the 2017 Awards ceremony HERE

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Monster Energy FIM MXoN Presented by FIAT Professional

(MATTERLEY BASIN) Great Britain, 29 September 2017 - The biggest and best motocross event of 2017 is here! The Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional will host the best riders in the world all competing for their country’s glory. With 39 nations from around the world participating at the famous Matterley Basin circuit in front of tens of thousands of motocross fans it will be an epic race weekend not to miss.

The 2017 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional will receive television coverage from MXGP’s traditional partners. The event will also be available LIVE to everyone worldwide from the UK on MXGP-TV.com Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Friday’s MXGP Awards  and Team’s Presentation are added to this year’s offering on both Facebook Live and MXGP-TV.com plus the same can be said for Saturday morning’s Balloting and Live Studio Show.

Plus you can watch the 26min Behind the Gate in Europe on motorsport.tv & MotorTrend two days after the event. It can also be viewed in the USA/Canada on BeIn and MAV TV, Finland on MTV 3, Croatia on Kreator TV, South America on FOX Sports, Asia on FOX Sports, China on Fox Sports and SINA, and the Middle East and Africa on BeIn.

Check the guides below to find out how you can watch the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional:

USA- CANADA

CBS Sports Network

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 / Race 2 / Race 3 – Delayed

From 2pm EST (11am PST) to 5pm EST (02 :00pm PST)

EUROPE

EUROSPORT 2

Sunday 01 October – Race 1 / Race 2 / Race 3 – 18:15 to 20:30 CET

Motorsport.tv

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

BELGIUM

PLAY SPORTS 3

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

ÉÉN

Sunday 01 October – Race 1 – Live – 14:00 CET

Sunday 01 October -  Race 2 – delayed

Sunday 01 October – Race 3 – Live from 17:30 CET

FRANCE

EUROSPORT 2

Sunday 01 October –Race 1 / Race 2 / Race 3 – 18:15 to 20:30 CET

Motorsport.tv

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

LA CHAINE L’EQUIPE

Sunday 01 October –Race 1 / Race 2 – 16:00 to 17:00 CET – Highlights

Sunday 01 October –Race 3 – 19:00 CET

ITALY

RAI Sports

Thursday 5 October – Race 1 / Race 2 / Race 3- tbc - Delayed

NETHERLAND

NTO1

TBA

SLOVENIA 

Sport TV1

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

SPAIN

Open Sport

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

UK

Motorsport.tv

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 13:00 BST time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 14:30 BST time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 16:00 BST time – Live

BRAZIL

BANDSPORTS

Sunday 01 October –Race 1 –  09:00 Brazilian time - Live

Sunday 01 October –Race 2 –  10:30 Brazilian time - Live

Sunday 01 October –Race 2 –  12:00 Brazilian time - Live

MIDDLE EAST – AFRICA

BEIN

Sunday 01 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 2 – 15:30 CET time – Live

Sunday 01 October  – Race 3 – 17:00 CET time – Live

ASIA

FOX SPORTS 3

Monday 02 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 Asia time – Delayed

Monday 02 October  – Race 2 – 15:00 Asia time – Delayed

Monday 02 October  – Race 3 – 16:00 Asia time – Delayed

CHINA

STAR Sports 2 China

Monday 02 October  – Race 1 – 14:00 Asia time – Delayed

Monday 02 October  – Race 2 – 15:00 Asia time – Delayed

Monday 02 October  – Race 3 – 16:00 Asia time – Delayed

MXGP will be available across the board in high definition and is also globally available to view live and in HD on MXGP-TV.com. Here below the MXGP-TV LIVE Program and by clicking here you can check the complete list of countries and cooperating MXGP broadcasting networks

All the photos from the 2017 Edition of the Monster Energy FIM MXoN Presented by Fiat Professional will be available HERE

TIMETABLE

Friday: MXGP Awards 14:00; MXoN Teams Presentation 18:00

Saturday: Free Practice YZ125 bLU cRU 08:30; Free Practice MXGP 10:00; Free practice MX2 11:00; Free Practice Open 12:00; Time Practice YZ125 bLU cRU 12:50; Qualifying Heat MXGP 13:30; Qualifying Heat MX2 14:30; Qualifying Heat Open 15:30; Race 1 YZ125 bLU cRU 16:00; C-Final 17:00.

Sunday: Warm-up B-Final 8:30; Race 2 YZ125 bLU cRU 09:20; Warm-up MXoN Group 1 9:50; Warm-up MXoN Group 2 10:20; B-Final 11:00; MXoN Race 1 (MXGP+MX2) 13:10; MXoN Race 2 (MX2+Open) 14:40; MXoN Race 3 (Open+MXGP) 16:08.

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Monster Energy FIM MXoN Presented by FIAT Professional

MATTERLEY BASIN (Great Britain), 28 September 2017 - The annual Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations Presented by Fiat Professional returns to Matterley Basin, Winchester this 1^st of October after an 11 year gap. The top riders from around the world have been hand selected to represent their Country in a test of speed, endurance, and teamwork. The iconic race allows fans and riders alike to show their national pride as they bring their passion for motocross together for a weekend of glory.

 Alpinestars, Protective Footwear and Apparel of MXGP and MXoN Partner, is pleased to introduce today the Limited Edition ‘Nations’ Tech 10 in order to celebrate the ‘Nations’ tradition along with Alpinestars long history of podiumn winning performances at the race. This distinctive Alpinestars Tech 10 motocross boot brings the best protection available to the best riders in the world.

The exciting color way of the ‘Nations’ boot includes iconic red, white and blue features throughout the anatomically shaped boot. Design elements include a stars and stripes theme with a solid red shin plate, complemented by a bold white toe box.

Unsurpassed in protection and performance, the Tech 10 is the apex motocross boot. The limited edition ‘Nations’ Tech 10 will be available while supplies last.

TECH 10

CONSTRUCTION

• The one-piece co-injected foot chassis incorporates five different advanced polymer compounds in a single streamlined and lightweight piece to offer strength and flexibility throughout the structure, while maintaining its robust structural integrity with no joints or weak points.
• Innovative, lightweight upper combines full grain leather with advanced lightweight microfiber and an impact and abrasion resistant TPU shell.
• Medial facing panel is constructed from a one piece, specifically formulated polymer for improved structural stability and integrity, and incorporates a rubber insert panel for maximum grip contact with bike and improved abrasion resistance.

PROTECTION

• The Tech 10 boot is CE certified.
• Frontal protection features a dual closure system with an internal microfiber flap, plus Velcro® for a precise fit closure attached securely with a micro-­‐adjustable, easy to operate, lightweight buckle. Shin incorporates a unique TPU blade system engineered to prevent frontal hyperextension and offer greater flex control.
• Contoured TPU calf protector plate offers impact resistance and incorporates Alpinestars innovative rear blade system, formed with hard shock resistant polymer to protect the heel and features a rear hyperextension guard.
• Innovative, ergonomic design for lateral and medial flex zones to provide superb front and rear flexion support which helps prevent damaging torsional forces around the ankle area.
• Multi density foot shell incorporating heel and toe protection is highly resistant to abrasion and impact, and adds to the boot’s overall durability.

KEY FEATURES

• Exclusive dual compound sole is seamlessly integrated to the multi density foot base structure with built in support. The sole offers superior durability, grip and feel while riding.
• The central sole insert is easily replaceable and Alpinestars offers a full sole replacement and boot repair service.
• New buckle closure system includes high impact aluminum bridge closures, with memory and a quick release/locking system with self aligning design for easy, precise closure and improved riding performance and security. All buckles are easily replaceable.
• Soft microfiber gaiter helps seal out excessive water and dirt entry.
• Poly-fabric lining with 3D open cell foam incorporates anti‐slip suede on heel area to keep foot located inside the boot.

INNER ANKLE BRACE

• Innovative biomechanical inner ankle brace features medial and lateral “C” torsion bars to control ankle and leg rotation, while allowing freedom of movement. Wide fit torsion bar replacements are included. These dual connection torsion bars offer the rider natural ankle movement with progressive damping of torsional forces during an accident.
• TPU protection and shock absorbing padding on the heel and ankles and an ultra thin and flexible forefoot area for increased sensitivity and control.

New, dual compound, removable anatomic foot bed includes EVA for comfort and support and aids even weight distribution.

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Monster Energy FIM MXoN Presented by FIAT Professional

The 15 national motocross championships that participate in Yamaha's YZ125 bLU cRU Cup program have come to a close. After an exhilarating season of national level racing, 34 of Europe's fastest YZ125 racing teenagers have earned themselves a place on the gate at the YZ125 bLU cRU Cup SuperFinale, which will take place at the biggest and most prestigious event of the year - the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations Presented by Fiat Professional - this weekend, September 30th & October 1st.

Taking place at one of the most spectacular motocross tracks in the world, Matterley Basin - situated in Winchester, England - 34 of Europe's most talented YZ125 racing teenagers will go head-to-head for an invitation to the bLU cRU Master Class. The top-three, plus two wild-cards, will be invited to the bLU cRU Master Class at the end of October where they will have a chance at becoming an Official Yamaha rider in 2018.                            

The bLU cRU Master Class is a three-day event and will be run by two highly acclaimed bLU cRU ambassadors. It is designed to inspire and educate young aspiring motocross riders by offering them exclusive knowledge, insight and training tips from some their heroes. Of the eight finalists that make it to the bLU cRU Master Class, one promising rider that has proven he has the desire, talent and attitude to be something great will be selected as the 2017 YZ125 bLU cRU Cup winner. He will be rewarded with a professional contract and a place on the MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 team where he will race the 2018 EMX125 Championship on a GYTR kitted YZ125.

The riders that have qualified to race at the YZ125 bLU cRU SuperFinale and will be attending the Monster Energy Motocross of Nations Presented by Fiat Professional in hopes of coming away with an invitation to the bLU cRU Master Class are:

Spain

Alex Unzueta Barruetabeña # 32   
Iván Lacuesta Martinez # 13

Carles Rosell Romero #50

Italy

Francessco Bassi #31
Kevin Cristino #34
Max Ratschiller #317
Mirko Del Bosco #111
Pablo Caspani #517
Filippo Gervasio #222
Giulio Guarini #20
Pietro Salina #14
Thomas Arnoldo #641
Davide Nardi #91

Germany

Theo Praun #328
Roel Van Ham #481

France

Pierre Moine #38
Tom Bochet #706
Alexis Varet #149
Alan Boussard #2

United Kingdom

Gregor Campbell #771

Finland

Niko Hirvonen #321
Jasse Jukarainen #76
Santeri Keranen #152
Jere Rönkkö #16

Norway

Eskil Eriksen #189
Rag Rindal #97

Sweden

Adrian Aminne-Karlsson #512
Arvid Lüning #505

Belgium

Ryan Bonnewijn #92
Nyls Kessen #21

The Netherlands

Jeroen Bussink #145

Denmark

Søren Rasmussen #522

Greece

Andreas Andreoy #101

Estonia

Jörgen-Mattias Talviku #799

Coming back for seconds, Sweden's Arvid Lüning and Holland's Jeroen Bussink will be back on the grid again after competing in the YZ125 bLU cRU Cup last year. Both riders made the top-6 in the 2016 edition, which was won by Lüning's compatriot Tim Edberg.

Tim Edberg's speed, skill, commitment and enthusiasm won him a fully backed ride in the world's premier amateur series, the EMX125 Championship. He was placed on the MJC Yamaha Official EMX125 team and thanks to the full support and guidance of Yamaha's bLU cRUprogram, the young Swede made a strong transition from national level racing to the world stage. He had break-out performance at the opening round of the EMX125 championship - which took place in April this year at the historic sand circuit of Valkenswaard in The Netherlands - where he turned heads with his awe-inspiring ride from outside the top-ten and into second place on his EMX125 debut. Unfortunately, the second race didn't go as smoothly as he fell and broke his thumb, but still recovered for a gritty seventh place to finish fourth overall at the season opener - which was his best result of the season. While recovering from his thumb injury for the majority of the season, he managed to finish eighth overall, but definitely proved his promise. He has taken another step forward and has been awarded a place inside the EMX250 Championship in 2018.

This weekend, 34 YZ125 riders will be racing for their shot at becoming an Official Yamaha rider. They will have two practice sessions and one race on Saturday followed by a final race on Sunday. Both races will be broadcast LIVE on www.mxgp-tv.com.

Copyright: Photos: YZ125 bLU cRU

Log on to MXGP-TV.com NOW and watch the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional LIVE this Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

The biggest race weekend in all of 2017 is here! The Monster Energy Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional return to the Matterely Basin Circuit after its first and only prior appearance 11 years ago. The racing is sure to be epic as thousands of motocross fans will cheer on the best riders in the world. 

New in 2017! The live offering will include coverage of Friday’s events, the MXGP Awards ceremony at 14:00 and the teams presentation at 18:00, all local timing! The Friday events will be shown live on both MXGP-TV and the MXGP Facebook page. Also NEW to the live coverage is the balloting to decide gate picks on Saturday morning at 09:00 AM then immediately after at 09:15 the exclusive Studio Show will air hosted by Paul Malin and Jeff Emig with many guests from the Motocross World.

Be sure to tune into MXGP-TV.com to watch the best in the world all racing live from Matterley Basin, UK for their country’s glory.

And remind the Studio Show as well as all the exclusive additional content from Friday will be also screened on the MXGP Facebook page live https://www.facebook.com/mxgp/

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Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations presented by Fiat Professional Schedule