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On behalf of MXGP, our FIM Motocross World Champions would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with the video below!

Twitter is one of the fastest ways to get in the know of what’s going on in MXGP’s world. The popular social media platform offers you up to the minute news and gossip while allowing you to interact with all your favorite riders. Who do you think posted the best tweet this year?

The nominee’s for Best Tweet are:

- Jake Nicholls

- Tommy Searle

- Jeffrey Herlings

- Mel Pocock

- Antonio Cairoli

- Max Anstie

You can view each riders Social Media page by clicking on the riders’ name.

Go ahead and vote now! Click HERE to go to fill in the form on MXGP’s Facebook page OR send a tweet with the name of your nomination and the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA.

And remember if you want to join in on the Social Media Awards buzz, HASHTAG your pics, statuses and tweets with the hashtag #MXGPSMA

KTM Marchetti Racing announced their extensive 2015 line up last weekend at the stunning Montepardiso resort in Viterbo, Italy. 2013’s FIM MX2 world number three, Spaniard, Jose Butron will be racing in 2015 under the Marchetti umbrella as one of MXGP’s fastest rookies, while in MX2 Italy’s own Ivo Monticelli will be flying the flag.

In addition to two of the hottest competitors in MXGP and MX2, Tommaso Isdraele Romano will race the European Championship EMX250, while FIM junior motocross 85cc world champion Kim Savaste will contest the EMX125 championship with Ivan Petrov and the little Alessandro Facca rounding out the European Championship trio in the EMX85.

Team Manager Elio Marchetti said: “We are working for 2015 enthusiastically as the MXGP Championship and European Championship is always more important and interesting and we hope to reach good results in both categories.“

On 23^rd December 2014 you will be able to purchase tickets for the MXGP of Europe, which will be held in Valkenswaard the 26th April weekend, at a special price.

The Christmas offer is only available on 23^rd December 2014 00:00-23:59. Make sure to grab your ticket!

Check the offer out by clicking here and click here to buy your ticket.

The 2014 FIM MX2 World Championship was one of the most intense seasons ever. A bunch of rookies came in and shook things up which has made the up coming season, MXGP 2015, even more exciting. But back to 2014, out of all the rookies who stepped up to the plate, who impressed you the most?

The nominee’s for Rookie of the Year are:

- Thomas Covington

- Julien Lieber

- Jeremy Seewer

- Valentin Guillod

- Tim Gajser

- Pauls Jonass

You can view each riders Social Media page by clicking on the riders’ name.

Go ahead and vote now! Click HERE to go to fill in the form on MXGP’s Facebook page OR send a tweet with the name of your nomination and the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA.

And remember if you want to join in on the Social Media Awards buzz, HASHTAG your pics, statuses and tweets with the hashtag #MXGPSMA

Which team was the most interactive in 2014?

The nominee’s for Social Media’s Most Valued Team are:

- Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing

- Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

- Yamaha Factory Racing

- Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MXGP

- Red Bull IceOne Husqvarna Factory

- Team HRC

- TM Ricci Racing

You can view each teams Social Media page by clicking on the teams name.

Go ahead and vote now! Click HERE to go to fill in the form on MXGP’s Facebook page OR send a tweet with the name of your nomination and the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA.

And remember if you want to join in on the Social Media Awards buzz, HASHTAG your pics, statuses and tweets with the hashtag #MXGPSMA

There was a lot of awesomeness happening on Social Media throughout 2014! Who did you follow most on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram?

The nominee’s for Social Media’s Most Valued Rider are:

- Antonio Cairoli

- Jordi Tixier

- Jeremy van Horebeek

- Jeffrey Herlings

- Kevin Strijbos

- Romain Febvre

You can view each riders Social Media page by clicking their name.

Go ahead and vote now! Click HERE to go to fill in the form on MXGP’s Facebook page OR send a tweet with the name of your nomination and the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA.

And remember if you want to join in on the Social Media Awards buzz, HASHTAG your pics, statuses and tweets with the hashtag #MXGPSMA

FUNCHAL (Portugal), 19 December 2014 - Since the launch of MXGP’s Social Media platforms, Youtube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram in 2013, MXGP has expanded its fan base beyond belief. To increase the fan interaction over the winter period MXGP will be hosting its very first MXGP Social Media Awards.

The way it works is, YOU, as fans of MXGP can vote via MXGP’s Facebook page by clicking on the Social Media Awards app here and filling in the form, OR sending a tweet with the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA.

There are seven awards up for grabs:

• Social Media’s Most Valued Rider on
• Social Media’s Most Valued Team
• Social Media’s Rookie of the Year
• Social Media’s Best Tweet Award
• The #MXGPselfie Award
• The Best Insta-video Award
• Social Media’s Most Hilarious Moment

The Social Media Award winners will be announced over the seven days of the New Year with the first award winner being announced January 1^st.

Voting starts now! Click HERE to go on Facebook and vote for your favorite, or vote via Twitter with the HASHTAG #MXGPSMA

P.S If you want to join in on the Social Media Awards buzz, HASHTAG your pics, statuses and tweets with the hashtag #MXGPSM

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Yesterday the organizers of MXGP of The Netherlands hosted an official presentation to present the new MXGP track and location widely recognized for its lengthy involvement in MotoGP, Assen, to the local and national media. A few of the most important people involved in the organization of this new and exciting event, Mr. Ard van der Tuuk, Deputy of the region or Drenthe, Mr. Ruud Wiersema, Deputy Mayor of Assen and the Grand Prix organizers, Mr. Lee van Dam and Mr. Theo Verdegem, spoke in light of the event. Along with the acknowledgement of the local authorities and event organizers, Mr. Martin de Graff, President Sporting Council FIM Europe and Red Bull KTM Racing’s future EMX250 star Davy Pootjes also shared a few words.

Throughout the conference it was mentioned that up to 25,000 tons of sand will be used to make the track, which will in fact be placed on some parts of the actual road-race circuit. Organizer of MXGP of The Netherlands Mr. Lee van Dam said,  “It is my intention to make this an annual event. If everything goes well, we hope to organise the Motocross of Nations in a few years time from now.”

Tickets fort his event are already on sale. Single day and whole weekend options are available for purchase. Purchases made before March 31st will be cheaper.

Click HERE to buy your VIP experience for the Dutch MXGP in Assen!

Copyright: Photo: Jan Boer

FUNCHAL (Portugal), 17 December 2014 – Tickets for a few select rounds of the 2015 FIM Motocross World Championship are now available for purchase. Tickets are on sale for MXGP of Europe which will take place in Valkenswaard, The Netherlands in April, as well as MXGP of Great Britain at Matterley Basin, United Kingdom and MXGP of France at the circuit of Villars sous Ecot which will both take place in May. Ticket sales have also opened for the ever-popular MXGP of Italy which will take place at the renowned circuit of Maggiora in June.

VIP Gold SkyBox packages are also available and can be purchased by clicking the ‘VIP’ button on the menu bar which runs along the top of the screen on www.MXGP.com. Without a doubt, a gourmet restaurant with a bar and waitress service will complete the already exclusive MXGP adventure. You will be able to enjoy the races in style from the famous SkyBox Terrace, which is placed behind the start with a terrific track view.

By clicking here you will be able to view the MXGP VIP ticket shop and buy your VIP Experience.

Other ticket purchases can be made online at ww.MXGP.com by clicking the word ‘Tickets’ which is located on the menu bar at the top of the screen or on the calendar that runs down the right-hand side of the screen.

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