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American Moor Will Finish the JuniorGP Moto2 Season with Cardoso Racing

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American Moor Will Finish the JuniorGP Moto2 Season with Cardoso Racing

Révész Racing NGRT’s Hungarian–American rider, Rossi Attila Moor, will contest the final three rounds of the FIM JuniorGP Moto2 season with Cardoso Racing.

The decision was made by the rider and his sporting partners after careful consideration, to ensure continuity, clear working methods, and a stable environment for the remainder of the season. We respect and thank Team MMR for the work and collaboration to date.

Rossi Attila Moor: “I’d like to thank Team MMR for their support and the work we did together. I’m excited to join Cardoso Racing, and I’ll do my best to finish the season in the most professional way.”

Stefano Favaro: “Our priority is to support Rossi’s development in a stable, well-organized setting. We appreciate the cooperation with Team MMR to date and look forward to working with Cardoso Racing.”

 

Weekend Schedule:

 

September 20 (Saturday): (CET)

• 10:45 – Practice

• 15:10 – Qualifying 1

• 17:15 – Qualifying 2

 

September 21 (Sunday):

• 13:00 – Race (17 laps)

 

Race Live Streaming:

https://www.youtube.com/live/H8-UXqmUTh8

 

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Willow Springs International Raceway Unveils Renovations

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Willow Springs International Raceway Unveils Renovations

ROSAMOND, Calif. (Sept. 19, 2025) – Willow Springs International Raceway recently took the wraps off extensive renovations to two of its most popular tracks, marking the first chapter in a new era for the historic Southern California facility.
 
The 1.8-mile Streets of Willow Springs road course and .625-mile kart track have both undergone significant investment and modernization to improve safety and upgrade the overall on-track experience. The unveil revealed jaw-dropping upgrades to both circuits, including repaved tracks and extensive painting in the raceway’s new green and off-white color scheme.
 
Streets of Willow Springs and the kart track have both been upgraded with:

  • New asphalt to replace the old and cracked track surfaces
  • New internal and external curbs
  • Grading and added gravel along the track perimeter
  • New runoff around the circuit
  • Branded striping and logos in the runoff areas, curbs and track perimeter

 

In addition to these improvements, three new chicanes were added to the Streets of Willow Springs layout for track extension and safety. With its continued focus on safety, Willow Springs will also add tire barriers, Armco and air fence to the circuits, with work expected to be completed during the fall.
 
“We are excited to preserve the history of Willow Springs while continuing to make improvements that establish it as the premier venue for motorsport enthusiasts of all kinds,” said Sam Byrne, co-founder of CrossHarbor Capital Partners and representative of the Willow Springs ownership group. “This is just the first phase of our plans for this iconic facility, and we’re excited to show off the work we’ve completed so far at the Willow Springs Reimagined event on October 11.”
 
To see updates and videos of the completed track upgrades, be sure to follow Willow Springs Raceway on Instagram and Facebook. Tickets and information about Willow Springs Reimagined can be found here.

 

 

 

 

About Willow Springs International Raceway:

Willow Springs International Raceway is the oldest permanent road course in the United States. Its original 2.5-mile, nine-turn configuration remains unchanged, offering a uniquely challenging track experience with high-speed straights, elevation changes and technical corners. The historic raceway is entering a new era through a transformative partnership between CrossHarbor Capital Partners and Singer Vehicle Design, as both groups are dedicated to honoring the track’s historic legacy while establishing it as the premier motorsports hub in North America for drivers, fans and car culture enthusiasts. For more information, please visit willowspringsraceway.com.

BSB: Ray Leads Redding at TT Circuit Assen Showdown Starter

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BSB: Ray Leads Redding at TT Circuit Assen Showdown Starter

Bradley Ray was back on top of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship Free Practice times as the title fight reaches the TT Circuit Assen for the start of the Showdown.

The Raceways Yamaha rider held off Hager PBM Ducati’s Scott Redding at the top of the times by 0.099s, with the top 12 covered by just 0.979s ahead of tomorrow’s Bandero Café Shoot Out Qualifying and opening race.

Ray’s pace-setting time came on his final lap of the second Free Practice session, keeping him ahead of Redding as the pair lapped with the existing circuit lap record, with McAMS Racing Yamaha’s Danny Kent completing the top three.

Tommy Bridewell fought back to fourth for Honda Racing UK, edging ahead of Leon Haslam, the rider with the most Bennetts BSB race wins of the current grid at the legendary circuit.

Charlie Nesbitt was able to hold off reigning champion Kyle Ryde by 0.003s to take seventh place ahead of his Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha and Rory Skinner. John McPhee and Max Cook were also separated by a narrow margin of just 0.002s in tenth and eleventh positions with Glenn Irwin completing the 12 riders directly through to tomorrow’s Bandero Café Shoot Out Qualifying 2 session.

Ryde leads the standings by 28 points from Ray ahead of tomorrow’s opening Bennetts British Superbike Championship Showdown clash at the TT Circuit Assen.

 

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, TT Circuit Assen, combined Free Practice results:

  1. Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 1m:36.186s
  2. Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +0.099s
  3. Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +0.362s
  4. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +0.503s
  5. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +0.597s
  6. Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +0.763s
  7. Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +0.807s
  8. Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +0.810s
  9. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +0.855s
  10. John McPhee (MasterMac Honda) +0.936s
  11. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +0.938s
  12. Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +0.979s

 

For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com

 

BRADLEY RAY – RACEWAYS YAMAHA

“It is always nice coming back to the circuit here in Assen. I have been fortunate that I have been here recently in the World Championship, but today it was nice being here on a BSB spec Yamaha.

“I felt good straight away and back up to speed in FP1, we had a few different things different on the bike compared to Donington Park. We have reset after Donington and the bike feels like my bike again and we worked hard today to be in the window of where we need to be.

“All-in-all it has been a positive day and I am happy. I have been riding well and I am still the same Brad that was there at the start of the year, but this weekend we have ironed out the little niggles and problems.

“I want to thank Steve and the Raceways team for all their hard work to bring me into the Showdown with the best possible package. We are up there, fast and it’s time to put the work in overnight and see if we can find something again for tomorrow.”

Bol D’or: Yoshimura SERT Motul Will Start From Pole Position

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Bol D’or: Yoshimura SERT Motul Will Start From Pole Position
  • Suzuki-powered outfit grabs five points in its bid for back-to-back Endurance titles
  • Wójcik Racing Team beats Champion-MRP-Tecmas to Superstock pole by 0.6s
  • Star-studded Moto Revue Moto Journal outfit sets Production category pace
  • BMW moves level on points with YART – Yamaha in pursuit of EWC title gold
  • Titles also up for grabs in Dunlop-supplied Superstock and Production categories
  • Season-deciding Bol d’Or to be broadcast live around the world

 

For immediate release (19 September 2025): FIM Endurance World Championship title-winning Yoshimura SERT Motul will start the Bol d’Or 24-hour race from pole position tomorrow (Saturday) after Étienne Masson set the first sub-1m50s lap around the 5.673-kilometre Circuit Paul Ricard.

The French rider’s sensational performance, a 1m50.932s, earned his Suzuki-powered team five crucial points as it bids to make it back-to-back EWC titles alongside team-mates Gregg Black and Dan Linfoot.

BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team was second quickest to score four points and move joint top of the standings with Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team, which was third fastest.

 

Photo courtesy EWC.
Photo courtesy EWC.

 

Masson said: “Yesterday was good but I was alone on the main straight with no slipstream. I knew if I could grab a slipstream then there would be something I could do. I was lucky but I thank Corentin Perolari who I could stay behind to grab the slipstream. When I overtook him on the back straight I said, ‘now it’s time to do my job’ and show I could do it. When I saw the lap on my dashboard it was really very exciting and I’m very happy. We have a really good pace and the team works really well. We are very competitive with the pitstop timings and everything is under control. We are still far back in the standings so we have to make our own race and see.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC.

 

Wójcik Racing Team qualified on pole in the Dunlop-equipped Superstock category by 0.6s ahead of BMW-powered Champion-MRP-Tecmas and Team Étoile, which also uses a BMW M 1000 RR. Poland-based Wójcik Racing Team’s Honda-equipped line-up of Mateusz Molik, Philipp Steinmayr, Jordi Torres and EWC newcomer Nicholas Spinelli is competing together for the first time. Following a dramatic Second Qualifying, Spanish rider Torres said: “This is my first time in this track and the same for Mateusz and Nicholas. The category is really close, we have the same lap times and it seems like a sprint race, riding on the limit. The difference will be with the pitstops and the strategy. We are 100 per cent focused to do no mistakes.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

The Tati-run Moto Revue Moto Journal team, which features multiple EWC champion and Bol d’Or winner Vincent Philippe and X-Games and Red Bull X-Fighters Freestyle Motocross hero Tom Pagès in its line-up, set the pace in the Dunlop-supplied Production-based division ahead of Green Team 42 Lycée Sainte Claire and Team Moto Ain.

 

Pagès, who is making his EWC debut this weekend, said: “I’m still stressed but it went well. Yesterday was not so great because I put a lot of pressure on myself and I was not comfortable. There are a lot of fast riders and there’s a lot going on for my first time here but today was a better feeling, I was faster but I have a lot to learn on the bike and on the track, everything is new.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

The 88th Bol d’Or 24-hour race gets under way at 15h00 CET tomorrow (Saturday 20 September) and will be broadcast live around the world. 

FIRST QUALIFYING REPORT

SECOND QUALIFYING REPORT

HIGH-RESOLUTION IMAGES: Click HEREfor a selection of images from day one of the Bol d’Or.

LATEST NEWS: Click HERE for the latest news from the deciding round of the 2025 EWC season.

PRESS RELEASE ARCHIVE: Click HERE for the latest press releases.

HOW TO WATCH THE BOL D’OR: Click HERE to find out more.

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

ENTRY LIST: Click HEREto view the provisional Bol d’Or entry list.

LATEST RESULTS: Click HERE to view the latest results from the Bol d’Or.

LATEST STANDINGS: https://www.fimewc.com/en/standings

EWC SPORTITY APP MEDIA CHANNEL REMINDER
The EWC’s dedicated Sportity app media channel for the 2025 season is available using the password 2025EWCMEDIA. The Sportity app is a digital information resource widely used in sports events and championships around the world. It’s attractive to users because it keeps all relevant information in one place and is accessible through smartphones or computers. Users are made aware of new information becoming available through push notifications and the app can be downloaded for free via the App Store or Google Play.

WHATSAPP NEWS CHANNEL
https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaj9aVW89inlcLzVRK1L

WHAT’S NEXT?
The 88th Bol d’Or 24-hour race gets under way at 15h00 CET tomorrow (Saturday 20 September). 

AHRMA: Prize Money for Top Open Two-Stroke Racers at Barber Vintage Festival

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AHRMA: Prize Money for Top Open Two-Stroke Racers at Barber Vintage Festival

Come experience the sights, sounds, and smells of two-stroke road racing motorcycles at the 20th annual Barber Vintage Festival on Oct 4th and 5th.

Legendary two-stroke racers, Kenny Sr. and Kenny Roberts Jr., will be on site to watch the race and sign autographs.

Rising Sun Cycles, Iconic Motorbikes, All Points Manufacturing, MojoYamaha and three anonymous AHRMA racers are sponsoring the event and awarding a total of $6,300 for the top finishers in the Open Two-Stroke race on Saturday, October 4. 

The first, second, third and fourth place finishers in each of these tiers within the race will be awarded prize money: 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc+.  And $1,000 will distributed to the 5th through 10th place overall finishers regardless of tier.

Bridgestone Tires will award a certificate for one set of tires to the overall winner on Saturday.  Bridgestone Tires has been supporting AHRMA’s 125cc, 250cc and 500cc+ two-stroke classes for many years.

“Come see real thoroughbred GP machines race elbow to elbow competing for the top spot on the podium, it’s sure to be exciting.  So, dust off those GP bikes and come race!” said Ralph Staropoli, who organized the race purse.

Any two-stroke motorcycle regardless of displacement, number of cylinders, frame type, cooling type, or date of manufacture is eligible for AHRMA’s Open Two-Stroke class.

“The Barber Vintage Festival features a wide variety of classic road racing classes on a globally celebrated circuit, making it an essential destination for motorcycle lovers and racing aficionados,” said Greg Tomlinson, 2025 Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees. “Providing a cash prize for the Open Two-Stroke Class guarantees a strong lineup of competitors—perfect for fans who appreciate the unique thrill, sound, and scent of a two-stroke machine.”

A current competition license from a known organization is required.  All competitors are required to practice on Thursday or Friday and meet the qualifying requirements.

Learn more and register for the event here AHRMA.org.  Racers and their friends and family can purchase gate and paddock passes here.

 

About Rising Sun Cycles

Rising Sun Cycles have been importers of new and used Yamaha and Honda Grand Prix road-racing motorcycles and replacement parts and accessories since 1997.  They possess a rock-solid reputation of providing fast shipping, support, and satisfaction and pride themselves on giving their customers the best service available, the best parts and accessories, and a staff that understands all aspects of our business.

 

About Iconic Motorbikes

Iconic Motorbikes is a leading motorbike, memorabilia, and parts online platform that lists and sells items worldwide.  No other auction site offers their level of white-glove services, which make them a one-stop shop: requests are received daily for service work, paint work, custom builds, import/export, domestic transport, and sourcing of any motorbikes and/or parts. At Iconic Motorbikes, customers not only find their dream bike, but are also able to have it fully serviced and delivered ready to ride. If you can dream it up, their team will make it happen.

 

About All Points Manufacturing


All Points Manufacturing’s mission is to provide customizable formulation, manufacturing, and co-packing solutions for the functional food and nutritional supplements industries. APM’s formulations and operations adhere to a strict quality regimen dictated by their quality manual, stressing product quality and safety through development and production, from the conception of an idea to a ready for sale finished good, ensuring satisfaction for the customer and most importantly their customers.  FDA Registered, cGMP, Kosher, Organic and Informed Sport certified.

 

About Mojo Yamaha

Mojo Yamaha is a motorcycle racing team focused on classic Yamahas. The team runs monster Formula One racers based on the Yamaha FJ1100 engine pushed out to nearly 1300cc by Larry Cook Racing, as well as the legendary 2-stroke, the Yamaha TZ750. All bikes are housed in frames produced by the renown builder Denis Curtis at CMR Racing.  Josh Hayes and Mojo Yamaha won Race 4 of the International Challenge the Phillip Island Classic in 2019.

 

About Bridgestone

Bridgestone Tires offers tires for all types of motorcycles including road and off road racing.

 

About AHRMA
The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles.  With nearly 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

 

WorldWCR: Provisional 2026 Calendar Unveiled

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WorldWCR: Provisional 2026 Calendar Unveiled

The provisional calendar for the 2026 FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship is here, with six rounds set to deliver another action-packed season. True to its goal of showcasing women’s racing on the world stage, the Championship continues to rotate venues to reach new fans.

For 2026, two iconic circuits rejoin the schedule, returning to host WorldWCR after featuring in the inaugural season – adding fresh challenges for the riders and new stories for fans to follow.

The season gets underway at the rollercoaster Autodromo Internacional do Algarve on the 27th-29th March, one of two returning venues on the calendar. After Portimao, the Championship heads to the historic TT Circuit Assen on the 17th-19th April. The visit to Hungary has an earlier date this season, across the 1st-3rd May, at the Balaton Park Circuit.

Then it’s time for a trip to Italy as the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli” hosts WorldWCR again, which returns to the calendar for 2026, before Donington Park in the UK from the 10th-12th July. The season concludes at the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto from the 16th-18th October.

An Official Test will take place at Portimao on the 23rd March, with two mandatory media days on the 21st and 22nd March at the same venue.

 

 

About WorldWCR: 
 
The FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR) is a groundbreaking single-make series exclusively for aspiring female riders, featuring the Yamaha R7. Building on the success of its inaugural season in 2024, which saw Ana Carrasco crowned, the series aims to continue advancing women’s motorsport by fostering new talent and showcasing competitive racing on a global stage.
 
WorldWCR offers emerging talent an equal platform to showcase their skills alongside the world’s best riders. By addressing disparities and breaking down barriers, the series empowers women to reach new heights in professional racing. As a dedicated space for female riders, WorldWCR celebrates skill, passion, and diversity. It inspires the next generation of female racers while shaping a more inclusive motorsport landscape.

American Daniel Jr. Will Race for Third Season in Red Bull Rookies Cup

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American Daniel Jr. Will Race for Third Season in Red Bull Rookies Cup

Barcelona, Spain – September 18, 2025 – Kristian Daniel Jr. has officially been invited to return for his third season in the prestigious Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup in 2026. The American teenager has continued to impress on the international stage, building momentum throughout the 2025 season with two podium finishes, one front row start, and multiple laps led against the world’s best young riders.

After two seasons of steady growth and standout performances, Daniel Jr. is setting his sights higher than ever. The upcoming year marks a pivotal opportunity for the young talent to convert his speed and experience into victories.

 

Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.
Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.

 

“I’ve learned so much over the past two years racing in the Rookies Cup,” said Daniel Jr.

“Getting on the podium and fighting at the front gave me the confidence that I belong with the best. For 2026, my goal is clear—I want to win races and fight for the championship.”

The Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is widely recognized as the premier stepping stone for riders aiming to progress into the Moto3 World Championship and ultimately MotoGP. Competing on identical KTM machinery, the series puts a spotlight on pure talent, making Daniel Jr.’s results a strong testament to his potential.

With another year of experience under his belt and a proven ability to challenge at the front, Kristian Daniel Jr. enters the 2026 season ready to take on the next chapter of his racing career.

American Chris Clark Rides At The 2025 Yamaha Mastercamp

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American Chris Clark Rides At The 2025 Yamaha Mastercamp

American teenager Chris Clark, currently second overall in the 2025 Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup has successfully completed the Yamaha Mastercamp at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. 

 

Chris, who won the opening round of the series – which runs alongside the FIM Superbike World Championship – took part in the invitation only event last month. Taking part in the week-long training camp, Chris tried his hand at flat track, rode several Yamaha road race machines, raced go-karts, went jet skiing, and took part in a variety of physical activities both on and off the track alongside some of the world’s top motorcycle road racers including former MotoGP World Champion Fabio Quartararo and six-time FIM Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea. 

 

Chris Clark at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.
Chris Clark at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.

 
Chris Clark: “The mastercamp was pure awesomeness for five straight days. I am thankful to Yamaha and to everyone who made it possible, it was amazing. The first day was technical training and focused on technique and I learned so much even at slow speed that I can take into my racing going forward. I then tried flat track, which was new for me. I got to ride with Jonathan Rea and Remy Gardner, and they taught me so much stuff. When I am back home in the off season, I will start training flat track. We then did a kart race, and I went jet skiing which was so cool and so much fun. I rode a Yamaha R7 which was another new challenge as the bike is heavier and faster than I am used to, but I took to it quickly and felt comfortable which I am happy about. We then did more intense technical training and Fabio Quartararo showed up and I got to share the track with him. Everyone that took part was amazing and I loved the whole experience. Thank you again to Yamaha and BLU CRU for inviting me. I am fully focused on putting everything into practice in Aragon in a couple of weeks and ending the season strong.”

 
The penultimate round of the Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup takes place at Motorland Aragon in just under two weeks, with the series finale taking place at Estoril in Portugal in the middle of October. 

 

For more information visit Chris’s website

FIM Long Track: Heads To Roden in the Netherlands

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FIM Long Track: Heads To Roden in the Netherlands

The 2025 FIM Long Track World Championship powered by Anlas, Kineo and HKC Koopmann comes to a thrilling climax this coming Sunday (21 September) in Roden in the Netherlands and with just four points between the top three contenders – and only eight points separating first and fourth – fireworks are guaranteed.

 

  • Just four points separate top three with one round to go
  • Lukas Fienhage leads from Zach Wajtknecht and Chris Harris
  • Defending champion Martin Smolinski ruled out due to injury

 

This season has been one of the most exciting and unpredictable in recent years with reigning champion Martin Smolinski, who will unfortunately not race this weekend due to injury and hence will not be able to defend his title, who took the lead after round one in Mühldorf. Then Zach Wajtknecht who held the advantage following round two in Marmande, followed by former champion Lukas Fienhage who seized control last time out in Scheessel.

 
Chosen to host the final round of the championship for the second successive season, the six-hundred-metre track at the Speed Centre Roden in the north of the country is renowned for close, competitive racing and should put the perfect seal on a dramatic and incredibly hard-fought championship.

 
Germany’s Fienhage, the champion in 2020 and runner-up last year, holds a slender two-point advantage over Wajtknecht heading into the fourth and deciding round, but the twenty-seven-year-old British rider is just two points ahead of his compatriot Chris Harris – who won in Scheessel, the scene is set for a sensational showdown.

 
It was the now sidelined German veteran Smolinski, who was bidding to win his third title in a row and his fourth in total, who struck first on home ground in Mühldorf at the start of July ahead of Wajtknecht and Fienhage, however the British rider fought back one week later in France.

 
With a below-par performance from Smolinski, who failed to make the Grand Final in Marmande, Wajtknecht’s first victory in almost three years gave him the series lead ahead of Fienhage as the championship headed to Scheessel in the second half of August.

 

2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Marmande. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen
2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Marmande. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen

 

Following a slow start at the opening round, forty-two-year-old Harris had been steadily building and after finishing third in Marmande he raced to victory in Scheessel to assert his claim to the title he came within a few points of winning in 2023.

Both Wajtknecht and Smolinski saw their title aspirations suffer heavy blows in Scheessel following a collision in the Grand Final that resulted in the British rider being disqualified – and, therefore, limited to thirteen points for fifth – while an injured Smolinski trailed home fourth in the re-run as Fienhage followed Harris across the line to take the championship lead from Wajtknecht and set up this coming Sunday’s thrilling finale.

 
Of course, while the focus will predominantly be on the leading championship contenders, they are by no means the only riders who will be aiming to make their presence felt at the front. Dutchman Dave Meijerink – who currently lies fifth in the points – knows he needs to remain in the top six to earn an automatic starting position for next year and British veteran Andrew Appleton, who is holding that all-important sixth position, will want to build on his podium finish in Scheessel to guarantee his place in next season’s elite.

 
Both riders’ main threat to their top-six status should come from Mathias Trésarrieu who sits seventh, although after winning the FIM Long Track Challenge earlier this month the young Frenchman has already booked his place behind the tapes for 2026 and as a result may not be quite as determined to pull back the six-point deficit to Appleton. The inclusion of newcomers such as Patrick Kruse, Fabian Wachs, Jake Mulford, William Kruit plus Nynke Sijbesma as a female reserve rider is sure to add an extra ingredient to the season finale.

 
The action in the Speed Centre Roden is scheduled to get under way at 14:00 (local time) with the first of fifteen Heats.

 

FIND THE STARTING LIST HERE

MotoAmerica Reveals 2026 Racing Calendar

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MotoAmerica Reveals 2026 Racing Calendar

From Road Atlanta In April To New Jersey Motorsports Park In September, The Best Of The Best Will Race Across The Country In 2026.

IRVINE, CA (September 18, 2025) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. is excited to announce its nine-round, 20-race MotoAmerica Superbike Championship in 2026 that will kick off in mid-April at Road Atlanta and conclude in late September at New Jersey Motorsports Park.

 

 

The 2026 championship will also mark the 50th anniversary of the first official AMA Superbike race held at Daytona International Speedway in March of 1976. Reg Pridmore captured that Superbike Championship on a BMW R90S.

All nine rounds next year will feature the premier Superbike and Motovation Supersport classes, with the Superbikes again set to have two tripleheaders – at VIRginia International Raceway and New Jersey Motorsports Park.

In addition to the Superbike and the newly revised Superbike Cup and Supersport classes, the championship will feature five additional classes at select rounds – Mission King Of The Baggers, Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul, Twins Cup, Mission Super Hooligan National Championship, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race.

The 2026 Motovation Supersport series will consist of 19 races as the 84thrunning of the Daytona 200 will be the opening round of the championship, March 5-7, in Daytona Beach, Florida, bringing even greater importance to the already prestigious Daytona 200. In the four years since MotoAmerica took over the running of the “Great American Motorcycle Race,” the 200 has been a standalone race and not a round of the Supersport Championship.

Paying championship points for the Daytona 200 is nothing new as for the majority of its years it was the opening points race of the AMA Championship.

The sophomore season of the Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul will see the ultra-competitive class racing 16 times, with the series’ youngest riders set to battle at all the Superbike rounds except for Road America and Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. The Talent Cup racers will again get the chance to showcase their skills to the world as their series will begin at Circuit of The Americas during the MotoGP weekend in Texas, March 27-29.

Mission King Of The Baggers will race 14 times next year, with doubleheaders at Daytona International Speedway, Road Atlanta, Road America, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Circuit of The Americas, and New Jersey Motorsports Park.

The Mission Super Hooligan National Championship will join the Baggers at six of the rounds – Daytona, Barber, Ridge Motorsports Park, Laguna Seca, Mid-Ohio and Circuit of The Americas.

The ever-popular SC-Project Twins Cup will battle 14 times and will start its season at Daytona with six more rounds at Road Atlanta, Barber, Road America, Mid-Ohio, VIR, and NJMP.

The women of the Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. series will again chase an eight-race championship with their schedule set to be released shortly.

“This has been our best season to date,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “The racing has been outstanding, and the Superbike Championship looks set to go right down to the last lap at New Jersey. We’ve had some incredible crowds this year and we can’t wait to see even more fans join us in 2026. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of AMA Superbike racing will make it a season to remember.”

 

 

About MotoAmerica: 
 
MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, Super Hooligan National Championship, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com, and MotoAmerica’s social platforms on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on-demand service, MotoAmerica Live+ 

American Moor Will Finish the JuniorGP Moto2 Season with Cardoso Racing

Rossi Attila Moor will complete the remaining three race weekends of the FIM JuniorGP Moto2 season under the banner of Cardoso Racing. Photo courtesy Révész Racing NGRT
Rossi Attila Moor will complete the remaining three race weekends of the FIM JuniorGP Moto2 season under the banner of Cardoso Racing. Photo courtesy Révész Racing NGRT

Révész Racing NGRT’s Hungarian–American rider, Rossi Attila Moor, will contest the final three rounds of the FIM JuniorGP Moto2 season with Cardoso Racing.

The decision was made by the rider and his sporting partners after careful consideration, to ensure continuity, clear working methods, and a stable environment for the remainder of the season. We respect and thank Team MMR for the work and collaboration to date.

Rossi Attila Moor: “I’d like to thank Team MMR for their support and the work we did together. I’m excited to join Cardoso Racing, and I’ll do my best to finish the season in the most professional way.”

Stefano Favaro: “Our priority is to support Rossi’s development in a stable, well-organized setting. We appreciate the cooperation with Team MMR to date and look forward to working with Cardoso Racing.”

 

Weekend Schedule:

 

September 20 (Saturday): (CET)

• 10:45 – Practice

• 15:10 – Qualifying 1

• 17:15 – Qualifying 2

 

September 21 (Sunday):

• 13:00 – Race (17 laps)

 

Race Live Streaming:

https://www.youtube.com/live/H8-UXqmUTh8

 

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Willow Springs International Raceway Unveils Renovations

The Streets of Willow Springs and kart track have received significant safety and modernization upgrades. Photo courtesy Willow Springs International Raceway
The Streets of Willow Springs and kart track have received significant safety and modernization upgrades. Photo courtesy Willow Springs International Raceway

ROSAMOND, Calif. (Sept. 19, 2025) – Willow Springs International Raceway recently took the wraps off extensive renovations to two of its most popular tracks, marking the first chapter in a new era for the historic Southern California facility.
 
The 1.8-mile Streets of Willow Springs road course and .625-mile kart track have both undergone significant investment and modernization to improve safety and upgrade the overall on-track experience. The unveil revealed jaw-dropping upgrades to both circuits, including repaved tracks and extensive painting in the raceway’s new green and off-white color scheme.
 
Streets of Willow Springs and the kart track have both been upgraded with:

  • New asphalt to replace the old and cracked track surfaces
  • New internal and external curbs
  • Grading and added gravel along the track perimeter
  • New runoff around the circuit
  • Branded striping and logos in the runoff areas, curbs and track perimeter

 

In addition to these improvements, three new chicanes were added to the Streets of Willow Springs layout for track extension and safety. With its continued focus on safety, Willow Springs will also add tire barriers, Armco and air fence to the circuits, with work expected to be completed during the fall.
 
“We are excited to preserve the history of Willow Springs while continuing to make improvements that establish it as the premier venue for motorsport enthusiasts of all kinds,” said Sam Byrne, co-founder of CrossHarbor Capital Partners and representative of the Willow Springs ownership group. “This is just the first phase of our plans for this iconic facility, and we’re excited to show off the work we’ve completed so far at the Willow Springs Reimagined event on October 11.”
 
To see updates and videos of the completed track upgrades, be sure to follow Willow Springs Raceway on Instagram and Facebook. Tickets and information about Willow Springs Reimagined can be found here.

 

 

 

 

About Willow Springs International Raceway:

Willow Springs International Raceway is the oldest permanent road course in the United States. Its original 2.5-mile, nine-turn configuration remains unchanged, offering a uniquely challenging track experience with high-speed straights, elevation changes and technical corners. The historic raceway is entering a new era through a transformative partnership between CrossHarbor Capital Partners and Singer Vehicle Design, as both groups are dedicated to honoring the track’s historic legacy while establishing it as the premier motorsports hub in North America for drivers, fans and car culture enthusiasts. For more information, please visit willowspringsraceway.com.

BSB: Ray Leads Redding at TT Circuit Assen Showdown Starter

Scott Redding (4) at TT Circuit Assen. Photo courtesy BSB.
Scott Redding (4) at TT Circuit Assen. Photo courtesy BSB.

Bradley Ray was back on top of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship Free Practice times as the title fight reaches the TT Circuit Assen for the start of the Showdown.

The Raceways Yamaha rider held off Hager PBM Ducati’s Scott Redding at the top of the times by 0.099s, with the top 12 covered by just 0.979s ahead of tomorrow’s Bandero Café Shoot Out Qualifying and opening race.

Ray’s pace-setting time came on his final lap of the second Free Practice session, keeping him ahead of Redding as the pair lapped with the existing circuit lap record, with McAMS Racing Yamaha’s Danny Kent completing the top three.

Tommy Bridewell fought back to fourth for Honda Racing UK, edging ahead of Leon Haslam, the rider with the most Bennetts BSB race wins of the current grid at the legendary circuit.

Charlie Nesbitt was able to hold off reigning champion Kyle Ryde by 0.003s to take seventh place ahead of his Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha and Rory Skinner. John McPhee and Max Cook were also separated by a narrow margin of just 0.002s in tenth and eleventh positions with Glenn Irwin completing the 12 riders directly through to tomorrow’s Bandero Café Shoot Out Qualifying 2 session.

Ryde leads the standings by 28 points from Ray ahead of tomorrow’s opening Bennetts British Superbike Championship Showdown clash at the TT Circuit Assen.

 

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, TT Circuit Assen, combined Free Practice results:

  1. Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 1m:36.186s
  2. Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +0.099s
  3. Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +0.362s
  4. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +0.503s
  5. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +0.597s
  6. Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +0.763s
  7. Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +0.807s
  8. Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +0.810s
  9. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +0.855s
  10. John McPhee (MasterMac Honda) +0.936s
  11. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +0.938s
  12. Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +0.979s

 

For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com

 

BRADLEY RAY – RACEWAYS YAMAHA

“It is always nice coming back to the circuit here in Assen. I have been fortunate that I have been here recently in the World Championship, but today it was nice being here on a BSB spec Yamaha.

“I felt good straight away and back up to speed in FP1, we had a few different things different on the bike compared to Donington Park. We have reset after Donington and the bike feels like my bike again and we worked hard today to be in the window of where we need to be.

“All-in-all it has been a positive day and I am happy. I have been riding well and I am still the same Brad that was there at the start of the year, but this weekend we have ironed out the little niggles and problems.

“I want to thank Steve and the Raceways team for all their hard work to bring me into the Showdown with the best possible package. We are up there, fast and it’s time to put the work in overnight and see if we can find something again for tomorrow.”

Bol D’or: Yoshimura SERT Motul Will Start From Pole Position

Magnificent Masson Helps Yoshimura SERT Motul to EWC Bol d'Or pole. Photo courtesy EWC.
Magnificent Masson Helps Yoshimura SERT Motul to EWC Bol d'Or pole. Photo courtesy EWC.
  • Suzuki-powered outfit grabs five points in its bid for back-to-back Endurance titles
  • Wójcik Racing Team beats Champion-MRP-Tecmas to Superstock pole by 0.6s
  • Star-studded Moto Revue Moto Journal outfit sets Production category pace
  • BMW moves level on points with YART – Yamaha in pursuit of EWC title gold
  • Titles also up for grabs in Dunlop-supplied Superstock and Production categories
  • Season-deciding Bol d’Or to be broadcast live around the world

 

For immediate release (19 September 2025): FIM Endurance World Championship title-winning Yoshimura SERT Motul will start the Bol d’Or 24-hour race from pole position tomorrow (Saturday) after Étienne Masson set the first sub-1m50s lap around the 5.673-kilometre Circuit Paul Ricard.

The French rider’s sensational performance, a 1m50.932s, earned his Suzuki-powered team five crucial points as it bids to make it back-to-back EWC titles alongside team-mates Gregg Black and Dan Linfoot.

BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team was second quickest to score four points and move joint top of the standings with Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team, which was third fastest.

 

Photo courtesy EWC.
Photo courtesy EWC.

 

Masson said: “Yesterday was good but I was alone on the main straight with no slipstream. I knew if I could grab a slipstream then there would be something I could do. I was lucky but I thank Corentin Perolari who I could stay behind to grab the slipstream. When I overtook him on the back straight I said, ‘now it’s time to do my job’ and show I could do it. When I saw the lap on my dashboard it was really very exciting and I’m very happy. We have a really good pace and the team works really well. We are very competitive with the pitstop timings and everything is under control. We are still far back in the standings so we have to make our own race and see.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC.

 

Wójcik Racing Team qualified on pole in the Dunlop-equipped Superstock category by 0.6s ahead of BMW-powered Champion-MRP-Tecmas and Team Étoile, which also uses a BMW M 1000 RR. Poland-based Wójcik Racing Team’s Honda-equipped line-up of Mateusz Molik, Philipp Steinmayr, Jordi Torres and EWC newcomer Nicholas Spinelli is competing together for the first time. Following a dramatic Second Qualifying, Spanish rider Torres said: “This is my first time in this track and the same for Mateusz and Nicholas. The category is really close, we have the same lap times and it seems like a sprint race, riding on the limit. The difference will be with the pitstops and the strategy. We are 100 per cent focused to do no mistakes.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

The Tati-run Moto Revue Moto Journal team, which features multiple EWC champion and Bol d’Or winner Vincent Philippe and X-Games and Red Bull X-Fighters Freestyle Motocross hero Tom Pagès in its line-up, set the pace in the Dunlop-supplied Production-based division ahead of Green Team 42 Lycée Sainte Claire and Team Moto Ain.

 

Pagès, who is making his EWC debut this weekend, said: “I’m still stressed but it went well. Yesterday was not so great because I put a lot of pressure on myself and I was not comfortable. There are a lot of fast riders and there’s a lot going on for my first time here but today was a better feeling, I was faster but I have a lot to learn on the bike and on the track, everything is new.”

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

The 88th Bol d’Or 24-hour race gets under way at 15h00 CET tomorrow (Saturday 20 September) and will be broadcast live around the world. 

FIRST QUALIFYING REPORT

SECOND QUALIFYING REPORT

HIGH-RESOLUTION IMAGES: Click HEREfor a selection of images from day one of the Bol d’Or.

LATEST NEWS: Click HERE for the latest news from the deciding round of the 2025 EWC season.

PRESS RELEASE ARCHIVE: Click HERE for the latest press releases.

HOW TO WATCH THE BOL D’OR: Click HERE to find out more.

 

Photo courtesy EWC

 

ENTRY LIST: Click HEREto view the provisional Bol d’Or entry list.

LATEST RESULTS: Click HERE to view the latest results from the Bol d’Or.

LATEST STANDINGS: https://www.fimewc.com/en/standings

EWC SPORTITY APP MEDIA CHANNEL REMINDER
The EWC’s dedicated Sportity app media channel for the 2025 season is available using the password 2025EWCMEDIA. The Sportity app is a digital information resource widely used in sports events and championships around the world. It’s attractive to users because it keeps all relevant information in one place and is accessible through smartphones or computers. Users are made aware of new information becoming available through push notifications and the app can be downloaded for free via the App Store or Google Play.

WHATSAPP NEWS CHANNEL
https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaj9aVW89inlcLzVRK1L

WHAT’S NEXT?
The 88th Bol d’Or 24-hour race gets under way at 15h00 CET tomorrow (Saturday 20 September). 

AHRMA: Prize Money for Top Open Two-Stroke Racers at Barber Vintage Festival

Jon Schendel (99x). Photo Credit Etechphoto.
Jon Schendel (99x). Photo Credit Etechphoto.

Come experience the sights, sounds, and smells of two-stroke road racing motorcycles at the 20th annual Barber Vintage Festival on Oct 4th and 5th.

Legendary two-stroke racers, Kenny Sr. and Kenny Roberts Jr., will be on site to watch the race and sign autographs.

Rising Sun Cycles, Iconic Motorbikes, All Points Manufacturing, MojoYamaha and three anonymous AHRMA racers are sponsoring the event and awarding a total of $6,300 for the top finishers in the Open Two-Stroke race on Saturday, October 4. 

The first, second, third and fourth place finishers in each of these tiers within the race will be awarded prize money: 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc+.  And $1,000 will distributed to the 5th through 10th place overall finishers regardless of tier.

Bridgestone Tires will award a certificate for one set of tires to the overall winner on Saturday.  Bridgestone Tires has been supporting AHRMA’s 125cc, 250cc and 500cc+ two-stroke classes for many years.

“Come see real thoroughbred GP machines race elbow to elbow competing for the top spot on the podium, it’s sure to be exciting.  So, dust off those GP bikes and come race!” said Ralph Staropoli, who organized the race purse.

Any two-stroke motorcycle regardless of displacement, number of cylinders, frame type, cooling type, or date of manufacture is eligible for AHRMA’s Open Two-Stroke class.

“The Barber Vintage Festival features a wide variety of classic road racing classes on a globally celebrated circuit, making it an essential destination for motorcycle lovers and racing aficionados,” said Greg Tomlinson, 2025 Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees. “Providing a cash prize for the Open Two-Stroke Class guarantees a strong lineup of competitors—perfect for fans who appreciate the unique thrill, sound, and scent of a two-stroke machine.”

A current competition license from a known organization is required.  All competitors are required to practice on Thursday or Friday and meet the qualifying requirements.

Learn more and register for the event here AHRMA.org.  Racers and their friends and family can purchase gate and paddock passes here.

 

About Rising Sun Cycles

Rising Sun Cycles have been importers of new and used Yamaha and Honda Grand Prix road-racing motorcycles and replacement parts and accessories since 1997.  They possess a rock-solid reputation of providing fast shipping, support, and satisfaction and pride themselves on giving their customers the best service available, the best parts and accessories, and a staff that understands all aspects of our business.

 

About Iconic Motorbikes

Iconic Motorbikes is a leading motorbike, memorabilia, and parts online platform that lists and sells items worldwide.  No other auction site offers their level of white-glove services, which make them a one-stop shop: requests are received daily for service work, paint work, custom builds, import/export, domestic transport, and sourcing of any motorbikes and/or parts. At Iconic Motorbikes, customers not only find their dream bike, but are also able to have it fully serviced and delivered ready to ride. If you can dream it up, their team will make it happen.

 

About All Points Manufacturing


All Points Manufacturing’s mission is to provide customizable formulation, manufacturing, and co-packing solutions for the functional food and nutritional supplements industries. APM’s formulations and operations adhere to a strict quality regimen dictated by their quality manual, stressing product quality and safety through development and production, from the conception of an idea to a ready for sale finished good, ensuring satisfaction for the customer and most importantly their customers.  FDA Registered, cGMP, Kosher, Organic and Informed Sport certified.

 

About Mojo Yamaha

Mojo Yamaha is a motorcycle racing team focused on classic Yamahas. The team runs monster Formula One racers based on the Yamaha FJ1100 engine pushed out to nearly 1300cc by Larry Cook Racing, as well as the legendary 2-stroke, the Yamaha TZ750. All bikes are housed in frames produced by the renown builder Denis Curtis at CMR Racing.  Josh Hayes and Mojo Yamaha won Race 4 of the International Challenge the Phillip Island Classic in 2019.

 

About Bridgestone

Bridgestone Tires offers tires for all types of motorcycles including road and off road racing.

 

About AHRMA
The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles.  With nearly 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

 

WorldWCR: Provisional 2026 Calendar Unveiled

WorldWCR Race 1 at Balaton Park in Hungary. Photo courtesy Dorna.
WorldWCR Race 1 at Balaton Park in Hungary. Photo courtesy Dorna.

The provisional calendar for the 2026 FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship is here, with six rounds set to deliver another action-packed season. True to its goal of showcasing women’s racing on the world stage, the Championship continues to rotate venues to reach new fans.

For 2026, two iconic circuits rejoin the schedule, returning to host WorldWCR after featuring in the inaugural season – adding fresh challenges for the riders and new stories for fans to follow.

The season gets underway at the rollercoaster Autodromo Internacional do Algarve on the 27th-29th March, one of two returning venues on the calendar. After Portimao, the Championship heads to the historic TT Circuit Assen on the 17th-19th April. The visit to Hungary has an earlier date this season, across the 1st-3rd May, at the Balaton Park Circuit.

Then it’s time for a trip to Italy as the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli” hosts WorldWCR again, which returns to the calendar for 2026, before Donington Park in the UK from the 10th-12th July. The season concludes at the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto from the 16th-18th October.

An Official Test will take place at Portimao on the 23rd March, with two mandatory media days on the 21st and 22nd March at the same venue.

 

 

About WorldWCR: 
 
The FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR) is a groundbreaking single-make series exclusively for aspiring female riders, featuring the Yamaha R7. Building on the success of its inaugural season in 2024, which saw Ana Carrasco crowned, the series aims to continue advancing women’s motorsport by fostering new talent and showcasing competitive racing on a global stage.
 
WorldWCR offers emerging talent an equal platform to showcase their skills alongside the world’s best riders. By addressing disparities and breaking down barriers, the series empowers women to reach new heights in professional racing. As a dedicated space for female riders, WorldWCR celebrates skill, passion, and diversity. It inspires the next generation of female racers while shaping a more inclusive motorsport landscape.

American Daniel Jr. Will Race for Third Season in Red Bull Rookies Cup

Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.
Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.

Barcelona, Spain – September 18, 2025 – Kristian Daniel Jr. has officially been invited to return for his third season in the prestigious Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup in 2026. The American teenager has continued to impress on the international stage, building momentum throughout the 2025 season with two podium finishes, one front row start, and multiple laps led against the world’s best young riders.

After two seasons of steady growth and standout performances, Daniel Jr. is setting his sights higher than ever. The upcoming year marks a pivotal opportunity for the young talent to convert his speed and experience into victories.

 

Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.
Kristian Daniel Jr. during the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup in Austria. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel Sr.

 

“I’ve learned so much over the past two years racing in the Rookies Cup,” said Daniel Jr.

“Getting on the podium and fighting at the front gave me the confidence that I belong with the best. For 2026, my goal is clear—I want to win races and fight for the championship.”

The Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is widely recognized as the premier stepping stone for riders aiming to progress into the Moto3 World Championship and ultimately MotoGP. Competing on identical KTM machinery, the series puts a spotlight on pure talent, making Daniel Jr.’s results a strong testament to his potential.

With another year of experience under his belt and a proven ability to challenge at the front, Kristian Daniel Jr. enters the 2026 season ready to take on the next chapter of his racing career.

American Chris Clark Rides At The 2025 Yamaha Mastercamp

Chris Clark riding at Yamaha Mastercamp at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.
Chris Clark riding at Yamaha Mastercamp at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.

American teenager Chris Clark, currently second overall in the 2025 Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup has successfully completed the Yamaha Mastercamp at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. 

 

Chris, who won the opening round of the series – which runs alongside the FIM Superbike World Championship – took part in the invitation only event last month. Taking part in the week-long training camp, Chris tried his hand at flat track, rode several Yamaha road race machines, raced go-karts, went jet skiing, and took part in a variety of physical activities both on and off the track alongside some of the world’s top motorcycle road racers including former MotoGP World Champion Fabio Quartararo and six-time FIM Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea. 

 

Chris Clark at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.
Chris Clark at the Aspar Circuit in Spain. Photo courtesy Chris Clark Racing.

 
Chris Clark: “The mastercamp was pure awesomeness for five straight days. I am thankful to Yamaha and to everyone who made it possible, it was amazing. The first day was technical training and focused on technique and I learned so much even at slow speed that I can take into my racing going forward. I then tried flat track, which was new for me. I got to ride with Jonathan Rea and Remy Gardner, and they taught me so much stuff. When I am back home in the off season, I will start training flat track. We then did a kart race, and I went jet skiing which was so cool and so much fun. I rode a Yamaha R7 which was another new challenge as the bike is heavier and faster than I am used to, but I took to it quickly and felt comfortable which I am happy about. We then did more intense technical training and Fabio Quartararo showed up and I got to share the track with him. Everyone that took part was amazing and I loved the whole experience. Thank you again to Yamaha and BLU CRU for inviting me. I am fully focused on putting everything into practice in Aragon in a couple of weeks and ending the season strong.”

 
The penultimate round of the Yamaha R3 BLU CRU World Cup takes place at Motorland Aragon in just under two weeks, with the series finale taking place at Estoril in Portugal in the middle of October. 

 

For more information visit Chris’s website

FIM Long Track: Heads To Roden in the Netherlands

Lukas Fienhage at 2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Scheessel. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen
Lukas Fienhage at 2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Scheessel. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen

The 2025 FIM Long Track World Championship powered by Anlas, Kineo and HKC Koopmann comes to a thrilling climax this coming Sunday (21 September) in Roden in the Netherlands and with just four points between the top three contenders – and only eight points separating first and fourth – fireworks are guaranteed.

 

  • Just four points separate top three with one round to go
  • Lukas Fienhage leads from Zach Wajtknecht and Chris Harris
  • Defending champion Martin Smolinski ruled out due to injury

 

This season has been one of the most exciting and unpredictable in recent years with reigning champion Martin Smolinski, who will unfortunately not race this weekend due to injury and hence will not be able to defend his title, who took the lead after round one in Mühldorf. Then Zach Wajtknecht who held the advantage following round two in Marmande, followed by former champion Lukas Fienhage who seized control last time out in Scheessel.

 
Chosen to host the final round of the championship for the second successive season, the six-hundred-metre track at the Speed Centre Roden in the north of the country is renowned for close, competitive racing and should put the perfect seal on a dramatic and incredibly hard-fought championship.

 
Germany’s Fienhage, the champion in 2020 and runner-up last year, holds a slender two-point advantage over Wajtknecht heading into the fourth and deciding round, but the twenty-seven-year-old British rider is just two points ahead of his compatriot Chris Harris – who won in Scheessel, the scene is set for a sensational showdown.

 
It was the now sidelined German veteran Smolinski, who was bidding to win his third title in a row and his fourth in total, who struck first on home ground in Mühldorf at the start of July ahead of Wajtknecht and Fienhage, however the British rider fought back one week later in France.

 
With a below-par performance from Smolinski, who failed to make the Grand Final in Marmande, Wajtknecht’s first victory in almost three years gave him the series lead ahead of Fienhage as the championship headed to Scheessel in the second half of August.

 

2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Marmande. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen
2025 FIM Long Track World Championship, Marmande. Photo credit Jesper Veldhuizen

 

Following a slow start at the opening round, forty-two-year-old Harris had been steadily building and after finishing third in Marmande he raced to victory in Scheessel to assert his claim to the title he came within a few points of winning in 2023.

Both Wajtknecht and Smolinski saw their title aspirations suffer heavy blows in Scheessel following a collision in the Grand Final that resulted in the British rider being disqualified – and, therefore, limited to thirteen points for fifth – while an injured Smolinski trailed home fourth in the re-run as Fienhage followed Harris across the line to take the championship lead from Wajtknecht and set up this coming Sunday’s thrilling finale.

 
Of course, while the focus will predominantly be on the leading championship contenders, they are by no means the only riders who will be aiming to make their presence felt at the front. Dutchman Dave Meijerink – who currently lies fifth in the points – knows he needs to remain in the top six to earn an automatic starting position for next year and British veteran Andrew Appleton, who is holding that all-important sixth position, will want to build on his podium finish in Scheessel to guarantee his place in next season’s elite.

 
Both riders’ main threat to their top-six status should come from Mathias Trésarrieu who sits seventh, although after winning the FIM Long Track Challenge earlier this month the young Frenchman has already booked his place behind the tapes for 2026 and as a result may not be quite as determined to pull back the six-point deficit to Appleton. The inclusion of newcomers such as Patrick Kruse, Fabian Wachs, Jake Mulford, William Kruit plus Nynke Sijbesma as a female reserve rider is sure to add an extra ingredient to the season finale.

 
The action in the Speed Centre Roden is scheduled to get under way at 14:00 (local time) with the first of fifteen Heats.

 

FIND THE STARTING LIST HERE

MotoAmerica Reveals 2026 Racing Calendar

2025 Daytona 200 with Richie Escalante (54), Josh Herrin (2) and Tyler Scott (70). Photo credit Brian J Nelson.
2025 Daytona 200 with Richie Escalante (54), Josh Herrin (2) and Tyler Scott (70). Photo credit Brian J Nelson.

From Road Atlanta In April To New Jersey Motorsports Park In September, The Best Of The Best Will Race Across The Country In 2026.

IRVINE, CA (September 18, 2025) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. is excited to announce its nine-round, 20-race MotoAmerica Superbike Championship in 2026 that will kick off in mid-April at Road Atlanta and conclude in late September at New Jersey Motorsports Park.

 

 

The 2026 championship will also mark the 50th anniversary of the first official AMA Superbike race held at Daytona International Speedway in March of 1976. Reg Pridmore captured that Superbike Championship on a BMW R90S.

All nine rounds next year will feature the premier Superbike and Motovation Supersport classes, with the Superbikes again set to have two tripleheaders – at VIRginia International Raceway and New Jersey Motorsports Park.

In addition to the Superbike and the newly revised Superbike Cup and Supersport classes, the championship will feature five additional classes at select rounds – Mission King Of The Baggers, Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul, Twins Cup, Mission Super Hooligan National Championship, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race.

The 2026 Motovation Supersport series will consist of 19 races as the 84thrunning of the Daytona 200 will be the opening round of the championship, March 5-7, in Daytona Beach, Florida, bringing even greater importance to the already prestigious Daytona 200. In the four years since MotoAmerica took over the running of the “Great American Motorcycle Race,” the 200 has been a standalone race and not a round of the Supersport Championship.

Paying championship points for the Daytona 200 is nothing new as for the majority of its years it was the opening points race of the AMA Championship.

The sophomore season of the Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul will see the ultra-competitive class racing 16 times, with the series’ youngest riders set to battle at all the Superbike rounds except for Road America and Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. The Talent Cup racers will again get the chance to showcase their skills to the world as their series will begin at Circuit of The Americas during the MotoGP weekend in Texas, March 27-29.

Mission King Of The Baggers will race 14 times next year, with doubleheaders at Daytona International Speedway, Road Atlanta, Road America, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Circuit of The Americas, and New Jersey Motorsports Park.

The Mission Super Hooligan National Championship will join the Baggers at six of the rounds – Daytona, Barber, Ridge Motorsports Park, Laguna Seca, Mid-Ohio and Circuit of The Americas.

The ever-popular SC-Project Twins Cup will battle 14 times and will start its season at Daytona with six more rounds at Road Atlanta, Barber, Road America, Mid-Ohio, VIR, and NJMP.

The women of the Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. series will again chase an eight-race championship with their schedule set to be released shortly.

“This has been our best season to date,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “The racing has been outstanding, and the Superbike Championship looks set to go right down to the last lap at New Jersey. We’ve had some incredible crowds this year and we can’t wait to see even more fans join us in 2026. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of AMA Superbike racing will make it a season to remember.”

 

 

About MotoAmerica: 
 
MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, Super Hooligan National Championship, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com, and MotoAmerica’s social platforms on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on-demand service, MotoAmerica Live+ 
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