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BETO CARRERO (Brazil), 28 March 2014 - MXGP has arrived in Beto Carrero, Brazil for round three of the FIM Motocross World Championship which will be screened in the USA and Canada on CBS Sports Network at the following times:

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Premiere on Sunday March 30^th:  

Race 2 MX2                      5.00pm  (EST)             

Race 2 MXGP                   6.00pm  (EST)         

MXGP will be available across the board in high definition, and is also globally available to view live and in HD on www.MXGP-TV.com. Click here for the complete list of countries and cooperating MXGP broadcasting networks, viewing times can be viewed by clicking on the logo of your chosen broadcasting network.

Click here to take a stroll on one of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches with MXGP’s lovely host Amy Dargan as she welcomes us to MXGP’s round of Brazil!

MXGP BRAZIL – QUICK FACTS

Circuit length: 1562m

Type of ground: Intermediate - Hard Pack

TIMETABLE

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

Sunday: MX2 Warm-up 09:15; MXGP Warm-up 09:40; MX2 Race 1 12:10; MXGP Race 1 13:10; MX2 Race 2 15:10; MXGP Race 2 16:10.

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Rockstar Energy Suzuki World’s Kevin Strijbos is still on the bounce back from an injury he received in the winter. How has his recovery been going? Has he thought about hanging up his boots? And what has he been doing in the break between MXGP round two in Thailand and now?

To find out, watch the latest film of Paddock Chit Chat with MXGP host Amy Dargan in the box below. 

BETO CARRERO (Brazil), 27 March 2014 – The 2014 FIM Motocross World Championship will receive live and delayed coverage worldwide via prominent TV networks Eurosport, CBS Sports Network, FOX sports, Mediaset, BEIN Sport, BNT, Bandsport and MotorsTV. For the third year in succession one of Brazils’ top sports channels Bandsport will broadcast all races LIVE with LIVE commentary.

Bandsport will also be in attendance with their own TV crew to film segments for Bandsports motor show as well as reporting for the local TV news. Other Brazilian Television Networks TV Globo, TV Record, TV Band SC, SBT, will be on location to record footage and interviews for local news coverage and sports shows.

The third round of the 2014 FIM Motocross World Championship in Beto Carrero, Brazil will be broadcasted in the UK and Europe on both Eurosport and MotorsTV, Eurosport will cover MXGP race two LIVE at 21:00 CET and MX2 race two LIVE at 20:00 CET. CBS Sports Network will cover the United States and Canada screening delayed coverage on Sunday 30 March starting at 5pm EST. BEIN sport will cover parts of Europe as well as The Middle East, North Africa and South Africa while FOX Sports will cover Asia and Australia while Mediaset will screen the final race of both MX2 and MXGP LIVE in Italy from 20:00 – 22:00 CET on Italia2.

MXGP will be available across the board in high definition, and is also globally available to view live and in HD on www.MXGP-TV.com. Click here for the complete list of countries and cooperating MXGP broadcasting networks, viewing times can be viewed by clicking on the logo of your chosen broadcasting network.

Italia 2

Race 2 MX2 (LIVE)                      20:00 (CET)

Race 2 MXGP (LIVE)                   21:00 (CET)

CBS Sports Network

Premiere on Sunday March 30^th:  

Race 2 MX2                               5.00pm  (EST)             

Race 2 MXGP                            6.00pm  (EST)         

Eurosport2

Race 2 MX2 (LIVE)                     20:00 – 21:00

Race 2 MXGP (LIVE)                  21:00 – 22:00

MXGP BRAZIL – QUICK FACTS

Circuit length: 1562m

Type of ground: Intermediate - Hard Pack

TIMETABLE

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

Sunday: MX2 Warm-up 09:15; MXGP Warm-up 09:40; MX2 Race 1 12:10; MXGP Race 1 13:10; MX2 Race 2 15:10; MXGP Race 2 16:10.

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Team BikeIT Yamaha Cosworth and their MX2 star Max Anstie recently put their gaming skills to the test on the all-new MXGP – The Official Motocross video game. The game will be available for purchase in stores or online at www.mxgpvideogame.com from March 28th and will be available for PlayStation®3, PlayStation®Vita, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment systems as well as for Microsoft and Windows PC.

To watch the hilarious footage of Max Anstie playing MXGP – The Official Motocross Video Game on his nations own Matterley Basin in the United Kingdom, click here.

To purchase tickets for MXGP’s 2014 round of Great Britain, which will take place on the circuit of Matterley Basin on the weekend of May 25 click here.

Steve Dixon always runs a tight ship and his Bike It Yamaha team are very much looking at making 2014 another success story. With Max Anstie starting the season in great form, and shocking many people with his speed, Dixon never questioned his riders’ chances in the FIM MX2 World Championship.

Dixon believes a good winter for Anstie and the right preparation meant that his young rider arrived in Qatar and Thailand with a lot of confidence.

Q: Steve, your team, more importantly Max Anstie, came into the opening two rounds of the FIM MX2 World Championships on fire. How was the preparation for those first two rounds?

Dixon: We did a lot of riding in October and November and we were meant to go to America, but Max’s granddad got sick and Max lives with his granddad and didn’t want to leave him. We still found places to ride and it was a good winter for us.

Q: Pretty clear Max likes the bike he rode in those first two rounds.

Dixon: Max loves the bike, he has also enjoyed the standard 2014 YZ, it’s really good, and he rode the 450 a lot also, and he rides that well as well.

Q: Why the 450?

Dixon: He just wanted to ride when it was really muddy, so he had good speed. Sometimes the tracks were too wet on the 250, and it is easier on a 450. They also went to Spain and France and got good testing in for suspension and stuff. We could have done with another month of testing before the season started, but that wasn’t possible.

Q: What did you expect from Max before the season started?

Dixon: We wanted to be battling at the top, and I knew Max could run at the front. We didn’t want sixth, seventh or 8th, we wanted podiums and that is what our team is used to with guys like Arnaud, Zach and Dean, and that is still the plan for 2014.

Q: I am sure Max was more than happy with the bike he rode in Qatar and Thailand, and obviously you guys started the season with the 2013 bike, which was considered by many even quicker than the 250 KTM. Why was that?

Dixon: The bike is a lot different to the bike (Suzuki) he rode in 2013. He had ridden Dean’s bike in the pre-season, and could see why Dean had the season he had in 2013. The problem with the new 2014 bike is it is new, and it takes time to develop. We knew what we had in 2013 and while the 2014 standard bike is better than the 2013 standard bike, it takes a lot to get to where we were with the bike of Dean.

Q: As for Rui Gonçalves, what do you expect from him? The MXGP class is tough.

Dixon: Every year we say MX1/MXGP is difficult, but everyone can get good results. I mean look at Kevin Strijbos and Shaun Simpson, those guys showed it is possible to get good results, coming back from struggling a little. Of course Cairoli is leading the way and everyone needs to raise their game to get near him. I think the MXGP class is about being fast, but to get a good position in the World rankings you need to finish every race. We have to aim for a top five with Rui. We need inspiration from Rui to get results like he has had in the past. He is only 28 and if you look at Chad Reed you need to use your experience and be smart. I would say we would like around fifth to 8^th with Rui, but of course we couldn’t have expected that in the first couple of rounds, but later in the season that is possible I think.

Q: Finally, the MXGP of Great Britain has changed dates and will now run on the weekend of May 24 and 25. Why is that and what is the positives of changing the date?

Dixon: The British MXGP has changed the date yes, that is true, it is earlier in the year now. There isn’t any negatives about changing the date. I mean weather could be a problem, but in UK that is always a danger. The traditional GP date is in May, that is how it was when they ran at Foxhills in the 1990s. I think the track will be better in May, because it will be moister, give more grip. Also championships had been decided in the past (when the British GP was run in August) and now in May that won’t be the case.

Copyright: Photo: Ray Archer

BETO CARRERO (Brazil), 26 March 2014 – Located in close proximity to the biggest theme and amusement park, not only South America but the entire Southern Atmosphere, ‘Beto Carrero World’, the visually impressive red clay circuit of Beto Carrero gets ready to host round three of the FIM Motocross World Championship. The impact of Brazil hosting a round of the FIM Motocross World Championship has been significant, this year marks the third consecutive year the pits of MXGP will grace Beto Carrero and is proving very popular among the Brazilian public with more than 50% of the online tickets already sold-out.

Last year Red Bull KTM Factory Racing duo Antonio Cairoli and Jeffrey Herlings stole the hearts of the Brazilian fans with their stellar performances. Both Cairoli and Herlings dominated their first races, with Cairoli backing that up with another win in the ‘Super Final’. As for Herlings, the ‘Super Final’ didn’t go to plan after a fall around turn one forced him to slice forward from the back of the pack. While Herlings put in a remarkable ride, reaching second place, he couldn’t carve through the sticky mud of Beto Carrero fast enough to catch KTM Silver Action’s Jose Butrón who went on to claim his first ever MX2 race victory.

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With two rounds already done and dusted, two different round winners and three different race winners, unpredictability is the key to making MXGP season 2014 that much better than year’s prior. After taking back the red plate in dominating style in Si Racha, Thailand, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Antonio Cairoli will be undoubtedly the hot favourite this weekend in Beto Carrero as he continues his hunt for his eighth FIM Motocross World title.

Round one winner, Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team’s Gautier Paulin had a tough time at round two in Thailand with the sweltering heat inducing havoc on his machine. Although valuable points were lost, the series is still long and after his outstanding performance two weeks ago where he won the Mantova Starcross in Italy, there is no doubt Paulin’s struggles in Thailand have just fired him up even more.

Meanwhile Rockstar Energy Suzuki World’s Clement Desalle has found another gear since the opening round in Qatar. Desalle proved he’s a genuine threat to this championship when he led the majority of MXGP’s races in Thailand to finish second overall for the day, leaving him fifth in the MXGP standings, five points shy of Max Nagl in second.

Team HRC’s Max Nagl’s determination to come back strong in 2014 has been so far awe-inspiring. After winning the first race of the season and wrapping up second overall at the opening round of MXGP in Qatar, the German held onto that spot with a respectable fourth place overall at round two in Thailand. Coming into this weekend, Nagl will have the confidence of a second place finish in MXGP’s round of Brazil race one last year which in combination with his sixth in moto two left him in fourth overall.

Yamaha Factory Racing’s Jeremy Van Horebeek was proud of his fifth place finish in Qatar, but is definitely not prepared to settle until he is on top of the box. This was evident as the Belgian rode super smooth in Thailand to take home a comfortable third overall, and will be looking to keep moving in the right direction this weekend in Brazil.

Rockstar Energy Suzuki World’s Kevin Strijbos has been recovering from a hip injury he got during a crash while training over the winter. While the on-going struggle to get back to 100% has been slightly hindering his progress in the championship standings, his lap times have been fast and he already has a qualifying heat win under his belt. After standing on the third step of the podium at the MXGP of Beto Carrero in 2013, there is no counting Strijbos out of the chase this weekend. 

2013 MX1 Podium

1. Antonio Cairoli

2. Clement Desalle

3. Kevin Strijbos

2013 MX1 POLEMAN: Max Nagl

MX2

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jeffrey Herlings bounced back with a vengeance in Thailand, absolutely dominating the MX2, demonstrating what was expected of him coming into the opening round of the 2014 FIM MX2 Word Championship. Unfortunately news has just broke that the reigning two-time MX2 World Champion will not be competing this weekend due to tearing a muscle in his shoulder at the Dutch Championship last weekend leaving the MX2 wide open.

With Herlings out, the MX2 has just caught fire with the red plate within reach of more than five of the top ten riders. Flying the flag for the Dutch fans, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe’s Glenn Coldenhoff has taken it up a level this year. The young Dutchman is currently sitting third in the MX2 overall standings, and will be coming into this weekend with added confidence after dominating every race of the Dutch Championship over the last two weekends.

Sitting second in the overall standings, CLS Kawasaki Monster Energy’s Dylan Ferrandis has the taste of his opening race victory lingering in his mouth. The super talented Frenchman has proved he’s got the goods, and is out to show the world he is a solid threat to the MX2 championship.

BikeIT Yamaha Cosworth’s Max Anstie is not shy in putting it out there that he has what it takes to challenge the FIM MX2 World Champion Jeffrey Herlings. In Qatar there was no doubt Anstie had the speed, but bad luck hindered what could have been his best ever result. At round two in Thailand, the charismatic Brit had a shot at the win, but didn’t quite have enough to seal the deal.

Wilvo Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Romain Febvre shifted up a gear in the second race in Thailand. Coming into the closing laps it was obvious the Frenchman was on a charge, cutting down the gap to second place considerably. Obviously fitness and heat is not a problem for the youngster, which could be a determining factor as we prepare for another warm one here in Brazil.

Racing along side a theme park may seem familiar for CLS Kawasaki Monster Energy’s Arnaud Tonus with a ‘rollercoaster’ symbolising the Swiss sensations’ start to the season. With two brilliant races already in the bag which saw him ride to second place in race two in Qatar and third in race one in Thailand, Tonus will be looking to be consistent this weekend and post two solid scores.

Meanwhile, another one to watch this weekend is KTM Silver Action’s Jose Butrón. MX2’s number three seed has had a somewhat rough start to the year as he only sits eighth in the standings, but this weekend could be the Spaniards turning point as he lines up with the sweet memory of his first ever race win here at this very circuit.

2013 MX2 Podium

1. Jeffrey Herlings

2. Jose Butrón

3. Jordi Tixier

2013 MX2 POLEMAN: Glenn Coldenhoff

All the photos of the MXGP of Brazil will be available here

TIMETABLE

SATURDAY: MX2 Free Practice 10:15; MXGP Free Practice 10:45; MX2 Time Practice 13:00; MXGP Time Practice 13:35; MX2 Qualifying race 15:10; MXGP Qualifying race 16:00.

SUNDAY: MX2 Warm-up 09:15; MXGP Warm-up 09:40; MX2 Race 1 12:10; MXGP Race 1 13:10; MX2 Race 2 15:10; MXGP Race 2 16:10.

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It wouldn’t be difficult to see a rider of the class of Gautier Paulin being crowned Motocross World Champion at the end of the 2014 season. The 2007 EMX2 Champion has progressed well in the professional ranks and is now a serious contender for the crown owned by Italian Antonio Cairoli.

The friendly natured Frenchman has everything a World Champion should have. More talent than most of his rivals, super professional when it comes to fans, sponsors and the media and a good looking young man.

In the past Paulin has suffered more from a lack of consistent results than anything else, but still he improved each year and anything is possible for this years MXGP series.

With nine Grand Prix victories (one in MXGP, five in MX1 and three in MX2), plus his stunning moto victories in the MXoN events, he is clearly one of the best riders in the World.

His debut GP win at the Grand Prix of Italy in 2009 was something special, and adding to that victory in the last four years until his MXGP victory in Qatar a few weeks ago.

Of course Qatar was special for the Monster Energy Kawasaki Factory rider and the perfect start to a season he hopes to be crowned MXGP World Champion.

“This is great way to start the season and this is a result of the hard work that the Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing team has put in over the winter. I was not so happy with the first moto in Qatar, and I had to change my style and some settings of the bike for the second moto. The changes were a step in the right direction and I was able to ride how I like and I controlled the race from the lead. Our goal was to come away with the red plate and we achieved this.”

Last weekend Paulin scored his third overall victory of the season, added to his win in the pre-season Italian International and his Qatar victory Paulin scored a win at the Mantova Starcross, beating home Clement Desalle and a host of GP riders.

“I enjoy racing in Mantova,” said Paulin. “Mr Pavesi and his team do a really great job and put on an awesome show. I like the racing format which really gets the crowd on their feet. I was happy with my riding this weekend and it was also a great opportunity to try some new settings on the bike which all worked well. I’m looking forward to the Brazilian MXGP this weekend. “

After winning in Qatar Paulin struggled somewhat in the second round in Thailand, going 4-9 and losing the MXGP red plate, but is looking at heading to Beto Carrero, Brazil, and turning the tables on his rival Antonio Cairoli. Paulin will do well around the red clay circuit, with the technical design and warm temperatures.

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After intense and most unexpected results at the MXGP of Qatar and MXGP of Thailand we move to the 3^rd round of “GUESS TOP 3 & WIN” contest on MXGP Facebook Page.

Click here to submit your guess for the MXGP of Brazil and win the MXGP-TV access to watch MXGP of Brazil and MXGP of your choice for FREE.

At the end of the season, person with most correct guesses wins the Grand MXGP Prize!

Stay tuned with the MXGP Facebook Page for more information.

FUNCHAL (Portugal), 20 March 2014 – The Official Demo Version Release and the official STEAM PRE-ORDER Opening of MXGP - The Official Motocross Videogame has been announced by Milestone.

On 20^th March the Official Demo version of MXGP will be released on STEAM, with the following content. Available tracks: Great Britain – Matterley Basin. Riders: Antonio Cairoli, Clément Desalle and Gautier Paulin. Quick Race: a double race, with no qualification and custom difficulty setting. Players can also have a sneak-peek at the menus and the tutorials. The release date of the home console version of the Demo will be announced later on.

Starting from tomorrow, March 21^st 2014, clicking on http://store.steampowered.com/app/256370/ you will have the chance to pre-order the Windows PC® Digital Version of MXGP.

But Milestone has some other interesting news! Those who pre-order the game will have access, starting from March 24^th, to a special offer:  MotoGP™13 (Windows PC® Digital Version) with -70% off for 11,99 €. MotoGP™13 is the official videogame of one of the most famous brands in sports. The game MotoGP™13 includes all the tracks and riders of the 2013 MotoGP™ season (Moto2™ and Moto3™). MotoGP™13’s remains loyal to the spirit of MotoGP™ in all aspects of the game, from photorealistic graphics to TV style interface, including menus and sounds.

MXGP – The Official Motocross Videogame will feature all the riders, teams, bikes and rules from the official MXGP 2013 calendar including a redesigned career mode for living the feelings of Motocross.

Developed by Milestone Studio, one of the most recognized racing videogame developers and publishers for consoles and Windows® PC, MXGP, The Official Motocross Videogame will be available from 28^th March 2014 for PlayStation®3, PlayStation®Vita, Xbox 360® and Windows PC®.

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