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Suzuki World MXGP’s Kevin Strijbos is eagerly awaiting news from medical staff to begin riding his 2016 works RM-Z450 once more after making good progress in his rehabilitation from right thumb surgery. 

“At this stage things cannot be any better and everything is going well with the recovery,” the 30 year old former double world championship runner-up commented. “On the 17th of November I hope to get confirmation from the doctor that I can get back on the bike. 

“I feel like I could probably ride now,” he continued “but I’m still having physio three times a week and there is no great rush. I miss riding and it has been a long time. I’ve been mountain biking already and I’m very close to being able to do some Trial and Enduro but I want the doctor to give the ‘OK’ first.” 

2015 was a trying season for the Belgian after finishing third in the premier class of the FIM Motocross World Championship in 2014. The ‘# 22’ struggled with a wrist injury and infection and then finally broken thumb ligaments sustained during the Grand Prix of Belgium in August that curtailed his campaign with three rounds remaining. There were flashes of brilliance on the RM-Z450 among the periods of adversity and his victory in the wet of Maggiora for the Grand Prix of Italy was one of the most exciting motos of the year. Strijbos celebrated three podiums and one pole position in total. 

With the departure of Joel Smets from the Lommel-based factory team Strijbos is now embracing a new training regime. “I’ve changed trainer and have started working with Willy Linden already and we’ve been building that relationship,” he said. “I’ve done a lot of cycling and been working for around two weeks. I’ve had between four-and-five weeks ‘holiday’ while I was recovering from surgery.” 

A Suzuki stalwart - and one of the brand’s best racers since the start of the millennium (Strijbos was the first to give the RM-Z450 a Grand Prix victory 10 years ago), he starts 2016 preparation in earnest when he is able to indulge in 2016 tests, but the veteran has already provided feedback. “We spoke during the year about changes we could make to the bikes for next year and it was mainly about the character of the bike and the power delivery,” he reveals. “I went to Lommel recently when Steve [Ramon] was trying some things and it seems like the team has found good settings and I’m keen to try.” 

After clearance to begin carving a racetrack again in mid-November Strijbos is anticipating being part of the Suzuki group when the riding and management crew decamp for an Enduro trip to France and Italy at the end of the month. 
 

Take a look at the latest issue of Motocross Illustrated, our FREE e-magazine. With around 250,000 clicks a month Motocross Illustrated continues to grow. This month we have stories on Team France, American riders in MXGP, the Motocross Illustrated Awards and a look at the Monster Energy Cup. All this and a bunch of really cool images from around the world of motorsport.

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FUNCHAL (Portugal), 15 October 2015 - The 26^th running of the annual Sportel media convention, which this year was marked by the big presence of the Chinese market, was a great success. With Sportel being Youthstream’s opportunity to bring MXGP, the LIVE content as well as the Behind the Gate series to the attention of multiple television broadcasters from various different countries, we are proud to confirm that the relationship with Eurovision, for the news distribution and the coordination of the live signal delivery, will continue.

In addition to the extended collaboration with Eurovision, renowned sports channels Mediaset, Telenet, Eurosport, MotorsTV, FOX Sports Latin America, and Bandsports among many others have expressed their satisfaction with the quality of the 2015 FIM Motocross World Championship and the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, the audience that these events attracted and feedback they received. 

This year L’Equipe 21 broadcasted two events LIVE for the first time, the MXGP of France and the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, and are now considering broadcasting more events LIVE in 2016. Further more, there was a lot interest from multiple Dutch broadcasters who are also looking at airing the 2016 FIM Motocross World Championship LIVE. While all broadcasters are positive for the 2016 season and are looking forward to being a solid part of MXGP’s growth, SportTV Portugal, Sport TV Slovenia, Fox Sports Latin America have renewed their 3-year contracts.

As a symbol of MXGP’s presence in the sporting world, the 2015 FIM Motocross MXGP World Champion Romain Febvre was invited to the convention by Sportel. Febvre, as the break-out star of the 2015 MXGP season and with his like-able persona, attracted a lot of attention during the event where he went up against a lot of big names such as Boxing legend John Holifield and presented the Public Award for the most voted video by followers on the website of French network www.lequipe21.fr.

After the three days spent at Sportel, the most prestigious convention for all sport related television and media, Youthstream is proud of what MXGP has achieved in 2015 and is honored to extend their collaboration with a lot of top sports broadcasters in 2016.

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Photo on Top: from left to right: D.Henriod, Youthstream CEO, F.McGough, FOX Sports VP Production & Programming, R.Febvre, 2015 FIM Motocross World Champion, D.Luongo, Youthstream Director

Team HRC’s Gautier Paulin, the vice MXGP World Champion and winner of the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations underwent knee surgery last week. The Flying Frenchman had his meniscus repaired and is said to be out for 6 weeks. After 6 weeks GP21 should be already good to get back on the bike and start training and testing for his 2016 FIM Motocross World Championship campaign.

A post recently came up on his facebook saying:

“Just a quick update from my side : last week I had a surgery on my knee - everything went well and i'm recovering pretty good. I crashed in the GP of Loket in a right corner. When I got up immediately felt that there was a problem. The force of the crash bruised the bone, meniscus and there was some cartilage damage. After meeting all my medical staff we decided to continue the championship because I could not aggravate the injury but enduring the pain would be my biggest enemy. The doctors said that I would not ride Lommel, the pain would stop me. It was the most difficult race of my career and I finished 2nd. I rode with this pain until the Nations. I decided that I would not give up until the end! I love riding Supercross and I was super excited about the idea of riding Monster Cup and Supercross of Paris/Lille but I will still be in Lille to meet you. I start rehabilitation and already can't wait to be back on my bike!”

FUNCHAL (Portugal), 14 October 2015– Youthstream is pleased to announce the official calendars for the 2016 FIM Motocross World Championship, FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship, FIM Veteran’s Motocross World Cup and the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations.

In 2016 we will learn four new tracks, which have never before hosted a round of the FIM Motocross World Championship. In addition, history will be made with Malaysia set to host their first ever round of the championship while the return of Switzerland as well as an extra round in the USA are a couple more things to look forward to.

*: Saturday

Tba: to be announced

Tbc: to be confirmed

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One hundred and sixteenth issue of this bi-weekly motorcycle sport magazine, tackling the latest races and issues in MotoGP, the FIM Motocross World Championship, AMA Motocross/Supercross and World Superbike as well as general motorcycling and accessories with the best blogs and photographs. In OTOR 116: Yamaha head into final three; some superb Blogs, post-Motegi, on the Yamaha dogfight for the MotoGP crown that is now starting to show signs of tension with just three races to run. Bamming again; this summer was something of a resurrection for Justin Barcia and ‘closure’ on a rough period of injuries. ‘51’ is back in the groove and we chatted about his tough episode. Onwards, upwards; Kent in Moto3 and Smith, Redding et al in MotoGP; it has been left to Sam Lowes to run the Union Jack in Moto2. Here’s an exclusive chat with Aprilia-bound racer. A look back to the future; Roland gets a special project with an outing on the Norton Dominator SS; a revived limited edition concept from the historic brand. Sumptuous pics and an exclusive verdict inside.

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Last weekend the 2015 MXGP World Champion Romain Febvre swapped his knobble tyres for slicks to race the infamous Superbiker at Mettet, Belgium. The motocross champ, onboard his Yamaha Factory Racing Yamalube YZF450, had previously won that particular event twice but this year he fell short and was forced to be content with second. Febvre said on Facebook following the event “second at the Superbiker of Mettet! I am a little bit disappointed to not win but I really enjoyed the weekend. It was fun to comeback on the old track.”

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Over the next few days the eight-time FIM Motocross World Champion Antonio Cairoli will take part in the thirteenth edition of the Rally Legend in San Marino, Italy. Cairoli will drive a Lancia Delta Integrale in the “Mith” class and will be decked out Magneti Marelli Checkstar Team colours and attire. “Driving a car like the Lancia Delta Integrale has been a dream for me and the San Marino Rally Legend is a fantastic occasion to make it true” the former MXGP champ said. For those that follow this event, keep your eyes peeled for the number 222.

FUNCHAL (Portugal), 09 October 2015 - As of 2016 MXGP-TV will broadcast both days LIVE. This means that the MXGP and MX2 Qualifying Races will be available to watch LIVE and OnDemand on www.MXGP-TV.com. In addition to the action of MXGP and MX2 Qualifying Races, the European Championship races that take place on Saturday will also be LIVE.

2016 MXGP Season Packages will soon be available for purchase. In the meantime, stay tuned to www.mxgp.com and our Social Media platforms Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube.

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