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NEUQUEN (Argentina), 27 March 2015 - With magnificently blissful surroundings, many of the world’s fastest and most talented motocross riders joined Youthstream, the FIM, the local authorities and international and national media for a traditional Argentinean asado at the stunning Estribor Marinas Hotel in the stunning town of Villa la Angostura.

Joined by riders such as Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MXGP’s Clement Desalle, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Antonio Cairoli and Ken De Dycker, Red Bull IceOne Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Max Nagl, Todd Waters and Nathan Watson, Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Ryan Villopoto and Tyla Rattray, just to name a few, Youthstream’s Director of Communication and Marketing Services Marionna Leiva introduced Youthstream Director Mr. David Luongo, Youthstream CEO Mr. Daniele Rizzi, Youthstream CEO Mr. Didier Henriod and FIM/CMS Director Mr. Tony Skillington before going on to introduce the local authorities.

The Mayor of Villa la Angostura Mr. Roberto Cacault, the Minister of Tourism and Development of Neuquen Mr. Leandro Bertoya, the President of the Commerce Bureau Villa la Angostura Mrs. Monica Gonzalez, Villa la Angostura’s Sub Secretary of Tourism Mr. Paolo Bruni, from the Bureau of Events and Conventions Mr. Enrique Casagrande, from the Camera of Tourisms Mr. Simón Puyo, the Secretary of Tourism Mr. Marcelo Garcia, the Coordinator of International Events at the Ministry of Tourism Mrs Magdalena Stagnaro, the Political Representative Mr. Guillermo Hensel and the members from the Hotels and Restaurants Association Villa la Angostura Mr. Ignacio Rebert and Mr. Pablo Veitzman, all had the chance to meet and greet the riders with the breath-taking beauty and serenity of the stunning location here in Neuquén being a hot topic.

After the official introductions everyone was able to relax and unwind in a warm and friendly atmosphere while feasting on some of the delicious BBQ’d lamb, which was cooked in traditional Argentinian style. It was a great way to warm up to what is bound to be an amazing grand prix here at MXGP of Patagonia Argentina.

All the photos of the MXGP of Patagonia Argentina will be available here

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MXGP of Patagonia Argentina

Welcome to MXGP of Patagonia Argentina, round three of the FIM Motocross World Championship.

NEUQUEN (Argentina), 26 March 2015 – Livening things up, this weekend the FIM Motocross World Championship will host its third round at a stunning new location in Patagonia, Argentina. With a fresh track, brand new and un-raced, round three of MXGP is bound to be exciting.

Don’t miss it! FOX Sports South America, one of South America’s most popular sporting channels that have signed on to broadcast the entire MXGP season for three years, will be onsite at MXGP of Patagonia Argentina with their own crew and commentators. They will also broadcast race two from both MXGP and MX2 LIVE.

MXGP of Patagonia Argentina can also be viewed LIVE and OnDemand on www.MXGP-TV.com. MXGP-TV will stream to any computer, laptop or portable device. All you have to do is click HERE to sign-up or log-in.

Also, don’t forget to check out the 26mn Magazine ‘Behind the Gate’, which is a filmed production that covers all the action, both on and off the track, with highlights from racing in MXGP and MX2, a GoPro on-board lap of the track, as well as the inside scoop from the pits at each round of the FIM Motocross World Championship. The 26mn Magazine covering MXGP of Patagonia Argentina will be screened on Tuesday March 31^th at 23:00 (CET) on Eurosport International.

Check the guides below to find out how you can watch MXGP of Patagonia Argentina and click here for the complete list of countries and cooperating MXGP broadcasting networks.

ARGENTINA 

FOX SPORTS LATIN AMERICA 

Sunday 29 March - 15:00 - MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March - 16:00 - MXGP Race 2 

SOUTH AMERICA

FOX SPORTS LATIN AMERICA 

Sunday 29 March - 15:00 - MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March - 16:00 - MXGP Race 2 

USA

CBS Sports Network - DELAYED

Sunday 29 March: MXGP Race 2 - 05.00 pm EST (2.00 pm PST)

Sunday29 March: MX2   Race 2 - 06.00pm EST (03.00 pm PST)

EUROPE 

EUROSPORT INTERNATIONAL

Tuesday 31 March - 23:00 CET - 26mn magazine «Behind the gate » 

EUROSPORT 2 – LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

MOTORS TV – LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

ITALY 

ITALIA 2- LIVE  

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

FRANCE

EUROSPORT INTERNATIONAL

Tuesday 31 March - 23:00 CET - 26mn magazine « Behind the gate » 

EUROSPORT2 – LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

MOTORS TV – LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

BeIn SPORTS - LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2 

PORTUGAL

Sport TV- LIVE  

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2

SLOVENIA 

Sport TV- LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2

BULGARIA

BNT

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

THAILAND 

TRUE VISION – LIVE 

Sunday 29 March – 17:00 CET – MX2 Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 18:00 CET – MXGP Race 1 

Sunday 29 March – 20:00 CET – MX2 Race 2 

Sunday 29 March – 21:00 CET – MXGP Race 2

All the photos of the MXGP of Patagonia Argentina will be available here

TIMETABLE

Saturday: MX2 Free Practice 10:45; MXGP Free Practice 11:15; MX2 Time Practice 13:00; MXGP Time Practice 13:35; MX2 Qualifying Race 15:10; MXGP Qualifying Race 16:00.

Sunday: MX2 Warm up 10:20; MXGP Warm up 10:40; MX2 Race 1 12:15; MXGP Race 1 13:15; MX2 Race 2 15:10; MXGP Race 2 16:10.

LINKS

Youthstream

FIM

MXGP of Patagonia Argentina

NEUQUEN (Argentina) 24 March 2014 – Take three. We are two rounds down on our eighteen round haul and so far, so good. As we approach round three of the FIM Motocross World Championship, which will take place in the stunning province of Neuquen, Argentina, the evidence that 2015 is, and will continue to be, one of the most whimsical seasons ever continues to mount. 

With a huge number of capable MXGP race winners, making a forecast of who will stand on the podium is practically impossible, but someone who is really making a statement at the moment is Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MXGP’s Clement Desalle. The ‘always the bridesmaid, never the bride’ label appears to be wearing thin on the determined Belgian who, ironically, has finished second in every race this year, including qualifying, to claim the coveted red plate as the MXGP Championship leader.

Meanwhile, consistency has always been the foundation of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Antonio Cairoli’s eight FIM Motocross World Championships, of which he intends to make nine this year. TC222 is always in the vicinity if not on the podium and has openly said “I’m not in my best form right now, but I know that when I am, I can win”. No arguing that statement, the eight world titles speak for themselves.

As for Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Ryan Villopoto, we have now seen what he is capable of with his mind blowing performance in qualifying and race one at MXGP of Thailand. Even the leap of improvement from MXGP of Qatar to MXGP of Thailand was startling, so it’s hard to say what the American is going to bring to the table. All we know is, like MXGP of Thailand, this weekend the track for MXGP of Patagonia Argentina is another completely even playing field in terms of, it is a unraced track and all riders will be starting from scratch when it comes to bike set up, tire selection, suspension settings and all that jazz.

After a tough day in the office at MXGP of Thailand, MXGP round one’s dominator Red Bull Iceone Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Max Nagl will be seeking a bottle of bubbles and redemption this weekend.

Also looking to pop a cork, Yamaha Factory Racing’s speedy little rookie Romain Febvre’s next stop could be the podium, which is a place that is very familiar to his teammate Jeremy Van Horebeek, who momentarily seems to be in the process of relocating his groove.

While the list goes on in MXGP, we’re going to round it off with a mention of Team HRC’s Gautier Paulin who could quite possibly show up on his  ‘A’ game this weekend and really set this championship alight.

It comes as no surprise to put Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jeffrey Herlings at the top of the list, as he will line up with his eyes, and arguably one hand, on the prize.

Although, if anyone is to stop The Bullet, it is likely to be Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Dylan Ferrandis who is eager to show the world what he is made of. As is Team Gariboldi’s Tim Gajser who was third in race one at MXGP of Thailand and will be fired up to turn that race finish into a grand prix overall.

Meanwhile Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s newest star on the rise Pauls Jonass has really stepped up to the plate this year. After taking home his first piece of grand prix silverware with second overall at MXGP of Thailand, Jonass has proved he has what it takes and will be aiming to keep that momentum going.

Putting his impressive crash aside, Standing Construct Yamaha Yamalube’s Julien Lieber is literally hauling at the moment. Looking at home on his factory Yamaha, Lieber has finished every race inside the top three other than one, which he DNF’d due to bike damage after being spectacularly kicked over the handlebars. As for his Standing Construct Yamaha Yamalube teammate Valentin Guillod, he has also got potential to be on the box.

And last but not least, Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Thomas Covington locked in two fourths at the last grand prix. Could the next stop for the young American be the podium? 

All the photos of the MXGP of Patagonia Argentina will be available here

TIMETABLE

Saturday: MX2 Free Practice 10:45; MXGP Free Practice 11:15; MX2 Time Practice 13:00; MXGP Time Practice 13:35; MX2 Qualifying Race 15:10; MXGP Qualifying Race 16:00.

Sunday: MX2 Warm up 10:20; MXGP Warm up 10:40; MX2 Race 1 12:15; MXGP Race 1 13:15; MX2 Race 2 15:10; MXGP Race 2 16:10.

LINKS

Youthstream

FIM

MXGP of Patagonia Argentina

Copyright: Photo: Youthstream & Fabian Arriagada 

As the FIM confirmed that the Frenchman has a suspension of one month starting from 8th of March, and will not be allowed to race the GP of Argentina, the team in accordance with its partner has decided to send David Herbreteau to South America. The young Frenchman, who finished last season fourth in the European 125 series with two heat wins joined the Kawasaki Junior program last winter to compete in the European MX2 Championship. David who just raced in Valence International this season will return there to get even more experience before the opening round of the EMX2, scheduled in Arco di Trento on April 19th. Jordi Tixier will be back racing at the GP of Trentino (Italy), on April 18th and 19th.
 
Jean Jacques Luisetti commented: “Last winter we decided with our partners to launch this Junior program, and today we are pleased to find a solution to replace Jordi and line up three riders in Argentina. David has no pressure for this race, he hasn’t raced so much yet this season but practiced a lot on his Monster Energy Kawasaki; we just want him to give his best and build on his experience. I want to thank our partners, especially WP, Thor, TCX and Scott, as David will race in Argentina with his personal sponsors. This last minute decision wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the French Federation, and of BOS Suspension who are one of David’s partners.”
 
Steve Guttridge commented “We are obviously very sorry that since some great pre-season International races, Jordi has had a bad run at the first 2 GP’s this year! Of course we respect the decision of the FIM and we trust that Jordi, as the current World Champion, can come back to the Championship in Italy for round 4 and demonstrate just that professionalism that we all know and respect him for.  It’s great that the team can offer the seat to our young rider David to allow him some priceless experience of racing GP’s that we are sure he will absorb and help progress his speed even faster with this opportunity!”

The latest issue of our FREE e-magazine Motocross Illustrated is online and you can see it right here. Stories from the opening two rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Qatar and Thailand, interviews with the likes of Jeffrey Herlings, Tyla Rattray and Dean Ferris, and some cool images.

Neuquen, Argentina may just be one of the most stunning locations on the 2015 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar. MXGP-TV has made a postcard to offer you all a look in & around the area where MXGP of Patagonia Argentina will take place. Let it take your breath away!

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FUNCHAL (Portugal), 20 March 2015 - On Sunday 8 March 2015, at the end of the first MX2 race of the Thai Motocross Grand Prix, four riders were taken to the medical centre for examination.

Three of them, #1 Jordi Tixier, #91 Jeremy Seewer and #243 Tim Gajser, were suffering from heat stroke and dehydration. The three riders were declared unfit by the Chief Medical Officer and the FIM Medical Director and forbidden to take part in the second race in accordance with the FIM Medical Code.

While receiving his treatment, Jordi Tixier physically attacked the Chief Medical Officer FIM Medical Director.  This  is  considered  unacceptable  behaviour  and  in  breach  of  the  FIM  Motocross  World Championship Regulations.

The Race Direction called for a hearing during which Jordi Tixier admitted the facts.

The decision of the Race Direction was to impose a fine of € 5,000.- as well as a suspension of one month starting from 8 March 2015 on Jordi Tixier, in accordance with the Motocross World Championship Regulations.

No appeal was lodged with the FIM Stewards. The decision of the Race direction is final.

LINKS

Youthstream

FIM

We are less than one week away from MXGP of Patagonia Argentina, round three of the FIM Motocross World Championship. With a mega track and of course the most intense line up of MXGP championship contenders ever, MXGP of Argentina is sure to blow your mind. Are you ready?

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