AMA Supercross: Report & Results From Oakland

John Ulrich

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February 19, 2023

AMA Supercross: Report & Results From Oakland

Tomac Wins Oakland Supercross by Less Than One Second

Jett Lawrence Calm, Cool, and Fast for the 250SX Class Victory in Oakland

Tomac’s 48th 450SX Class win ties him with Ricky Carmichael for third all-time

Oakland, Calif., (February 18, 2023) – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac took the checkered flag with a thrilling final lap defense inside RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland, California for the re-scheduled Round 2 of the 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season.

After a last-lap blitz Red Bull KTM’s Cooper Webb finished less than one second behind Tomac in the event that also pays points toward the inaugural 31-round SuperMotocross World Championship. Team Honda HRC’s Chase Sexton took the final podium spot after leading much of the race as the 17-round season puts six races in the books for 2023. The rescheduled race brought the Western Regional 250SX Class riders back into action and Team Honda HRC’s Jett Lawrence used patience to get the win in a dramatic race.

Eli Tomac (1) wasn't flawless but he was fast. He took his 48th career Supercross win and stretched his points lead to seven after six races. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports, Inc. — Eli Tomac (1) wasn’t flawless but he was fast. He took his 48th career Supercross win and stretched his points lead to seven after six races. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports, Inc.

Chase Sexton grabbed the Holeshot in the 450SX Class Main Event with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Christian Craig, Tomac, Webb, and Red Bull KTM’s Aaron Plessinger following. Webb wasted no time getting into second with Tomac right behind and Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki’s Ken Roczen jumping into fourth. As the top three began to distance themselves from the pack, Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Jason Anderson took over fourth place. Five minutes into the 20-minute plus one lap race Sexton held a 2.2 second lead over Tomac, who’d gapped Webb by four seconds.

The front three ran that formation for several laps. Behind them Plessinger put his KTM into fourth place and Roczen, Anderson, and Troy Lee Designs Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing’s Justin Barcia scrapped for fifth. Up front, Sexton slowly stretched out his lead past five seconds. A near-crash may have gotten into Sexton’s head and led to an actual crash; with just over six and a half minutes left on the race clock he slipped sideways off a small single and crashed into a corner marker. Tomac took over the lead while Sexton remounted in second place.

But Sexton’s troubles weren’t over. Webb was on the move, and with 48 seconds left on the race clock Webb used a unique line down the track’s final rhythm section to get past Sexton. When the riders took the white flag, Webb was 4.3 seconds behind Tomac.

Then it was Tomac’s turn to make an unforced error. On the final lap he landed awkwardly into the face of a small jump, got off-balance, and veered off the track. Tomac recovered but looked off-time for the final lap while Webb laid down a fierce charge. Webb had his fast line in the rhythm section that Tomac wasn’t doing, and as the two riders approached the final turn Webb’s faster line came up just short giving him the pass. Tomac took the win less than a second ahead of Webb. Tomac’s win was his 48th Supercross victory, putting him into a tie for third-most all-time wins with Ricky Carmichael, who called the race from the announcer’s booth.

Jett Lawrence (18) was smooth, patient, and fast on the challenging Oakland track. His dominant win extended his points lead to 20 just four races into the Western Regional 250SX Class season. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports, Inc.

In the Western Regional 250SX Class Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire grabbed the Holeshot ahead of Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Cameron McAdoo, Jett Lawrence, BarX Suzuki’s Matt Moss, and Muc-Off FXR ClubMX Yamaha’s Enzo Lopes. The top three put down fast times and without battling each other pulled a gap on the rest of the field. Two minutes into the 15-minute plus one lap race only two seconds separated the top three. When McAdoo dropped his front end in the whoops Lawrence capitalized on the mistake. The Honda rider took over second place and set his sights on Hampshire 2.6 further up the track.

Troy Lee Designs Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing’s Pierce Brown had pushed forward from a bad start and soon was on McAdoo’s rear wheel. Five minutes into the race Hampshire had extended his lead to 3.2 seconds while Lawrence, McAdoo, and Brown were clumped together in a battle for second. Then Hampshire lost the front end in a tight corner and gave up his advantage. He remounted as the pack of three was on him and pushed into the third place spot immediately.

From there Lawrence gradually pulled clear of the three racers behind him. A battle heated up directly behind that pack for fifth place between Red Bull KTM’s Max Vohland, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Levi Kitchen, and Lopes. Hampshire reached second as Brown attacked McAdoo for third. Brown took the spot, but a mistake allowed McAdoo to block pass his way back by, taking Brown down in the process. Brown remounted right into a battle with Levi Kitchen for fourth.

Jett Lawrence had pulled more than a 15 second lead at the end of the race. He grabbed his third win in only four rounds of the division’s season. Hampshire landed the second place spot, and McAdoo took third. It’s worth noting both Hampshire and McAdoo are recovering from injuries and look to have more for Lawrence when the Western Regional 250SX Class resumes on March 25th.

The race series moves east next Saturday night, February 25th, to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the second Triple Crown format race of the year. The event pits the racers against one another in three separate Main Events to determine the night’s overall finishing order. The Texas race reactivates the Eastern Regional 250SX Class racers as well as hosts another SX Futures race of young talents competing to earn their pro racing license.

Like every 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross the event also pays points toward the brand-new SuperMotocross World Championship. The new series encompasses the Supercross and Pro Motocross seasons as well as two Playoff races leading to a Final. The 450 Class champion earns a $1,000,000 payout and the 250 Class champion pockets $500,000.

All 31 rounds of the premier off-road motorcycle series stream live on Peacock with select rounds broadcast domestically on NBC, USA Network, and CNBC. Tickets are on sale now for the eleven remaining 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross events, 11 Pro Motocross races, and two SuperMotocross Playoffs and Final. For the full race schedule as well as highlight videos, race results, and more, please go to SupercrossLIVE.com.

450SX Class podium (riders from left) Cooper Webb, Eli Tomac, and Chase Sexton. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports, Inc.

450SX Class Results

1. Eli Tomac, Cortez, Colo., Yamaha

2. Cooper Webb, Newport, N.C., KTM

3. Chase Sexton, Clermont, Fla., Honda

4. Aaron Plessinger, Hamilton, Ohio, KTM

5. Jason Anderson, Rio Rancho, N.Mex., Kawasaki

6. Justin Barcia, Greenville, Fla., GASGAS

7. Christian Craig, Clermont, Fla., Husqvarna

8. Joey Savatgy, Clermont, Fla., Kawasaki

9. Colt Nichols, Murrieta, Calif., Honda

10. Justin Cooper, Tallahassee, Fla., Yamaha

450SX Class Championship Standings

1. Eli Tomac, Cortez, Colo., Yamaha (139)

2. Cooper Webb, Newport, N.C., KTM (132)

3. Chase Sexton, Clermont, Fla., Honda (132)

4. Jason Anderson, Rio Rancho, N.Mex., Kawasaki (111)

5. Ken Roczen, Clermont, Fla., Suzuki (104)

6. Aaron Plessinger, Hamilton, Ohio, KTM (104)

7. Justin Barcia, Greenville, Fla., GASGAS (97)

8. Joey Savatgy, Clermont, Fla., Kawasaki (82)

9. Colt Nichols, Murrieta, Calif., Honda (75)

10. Christian Craig, Clermont, Fla., Husqvarna (75)

250SX Class podium (riders from left) RJ Hampshire, Jett Lawrence, and Cameron McAdoo. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports, Inc.

Western Regional 250SX Class Results

1. Jett Lawrence, Zephyrhills, Fla., Honda

2. RJ Hampshire, Minneola, Fla., Husqvarna

3. Cameron McAdoo, Sioux City, Iowa, Kawasaki

4. Levi Kitchen, Havana, Fla., Yamaha

5. Pierce Brown, Sandy, Utah, GASGAS

6. Enzo Lopes, Chesterfield, S.C., Yamaha

7. Max Vohland, Granite Bay, Calif., KTM

8. Mitchell Oldenburg, Godley, Tex., Honda

9. Cole Thompson, Brigden, ON, Yamaha

10. Mitchell Harrison, Leesburg, Fla., GASGAS

Western Regional 250SX Class Championship Standings

1. Jett Lawrence, Zephyrhills, Fla., Honda (101)

2. RJ Hampshire, Minneola, Fla., Husqvarna (81)

3. Cameron McAdoo, Sioux City, Iowa, Kawasaki (80)

4. Mitchell Oldenburg, Godley, Tex., Honda (69)

5. Levi Kitchen, Havana, Fla., Yamaha (63)

6. Enzo Lopes, Chesterfield, S.C., Yamaha (63)

7. Stilez Robertson, Bakersfield, Calif., Yamaha (52)

8. Max Vohland, Granite Bay, Calif., KTM (52)

9. Pierce Brown, Sandy, Utah, GASGAS (51)

10. Dylan Walsh, Wildomar, Calif., Kawasaki (49)

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About Feld Motor Sports:

Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting specialized arena and stadium-based motorsports entertainment. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a subsidiary of Feld Entertainment, Inc. Visit monsterjam.com, SupercrossLIVE.com, and feldentertainment.com for more information.

About Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship:

Monster Energy AMA Supercross is the most competitive and highest-profile off-road motorcycle racing championship on the planet. Founded in America and sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) since 1974. Over 17 weeks, Supercross attracts some of the largest and most impressive crowds inside the most recognizable and prestigious stadiums in North America to race in front of nearly one million live fans and broadcast to millions more worldwide. For more information, visit SupercrossLIVE.com.
About the SuperMotocross World Championship:

The SuperMotocross World Championship™ is the premier off-road motorcycle racing series that combines the technical precision of stadium racing with the all-out speed and endurance of outdoor racing. Created in 2022, the SuperMotocross World Championship combines the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship into a 31-event series that culminates in a season-ending two round playoff and SuperMotocross World Championship Final. Visit SuperMotocross.com for more information.

About the American Motorcyclist Association:

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit americanmotorcyclist.com.

WorldSBK: Inside Garrett Gerloff’s WorldSBK Training Program (Video)

David Swarts

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February 19, 2023

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WorldSBK: Inside Garrett Gerloff’s WorldSBK Training Program (Video)

If you guys have ever wondered what my training program looks like, then this video is for you! I’ve been working my ass off this last month and documenting as much as I could to share with y’all. Massive thanks to my trainer, Chase Banks, and my videographer, Brad Shwartzrock, for all of their input and help making this video! There’s so much more that I would have liked to include in this video but then it would be an hour long 😅 If you guys have any comments or questions leave them down below and I will do my best to answer them. Y’all are the best, get after it 💪🏽–Garrett Gerloff

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MotoAmerica: Elliott Racing Kawasaki In Junior Cup

David Swarts

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February 19, 2023

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MotoAmerica: Elliott Racing Kawasaki In Junior Cup

Kreece Elliott to contest 2023 MotoAmerica Junior Cup championship

Colorado teenager Kreece Elliott is excited to announce his participation in the 2023 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship. He will compete under the Elliott Racing banner on a Kawasaki.

Kreece, who raced in several rounds of the 2022 edition of the series, with a best result of 11th at Brainerd, is motivated for the year ahead after a strong off-season that saw him on track in various club events. In addition to the podiums achieved during the winter break, Kreece has recently launched an all-new website and will be interacting with fans in a much more dynamic way than he ever has before.

Further releases announcing several new partnerships will be made in due course ahead of the opening round of the championship in Atlanta in April.

Kreece Elliott: “The attack on the 2023 season will be very different to last year. I’ve been doing a lot of work off track and also on track at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway during the winter, training with some of the fastest guys in the country. It’s been so much fun. I’ve been able to work a little with Jason Pridmore, Joe Roberts and Toni Elias, which has been a huge help. I am really looking forward to round one at Road Atlanta as I feel I can be competitive from the start and have a good season. My goal is to run in the front group and I am aiming for the top five in every race. We have some new sponsors, a new website and I have a new manager who I am working really well with, so I am super excited to get going.”

Yamaha Fulfills $500,000 Pledge In Outdoor Access Initiative Grants

David Swarts

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February 18, 2023

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Yamaha Fulfills $500,000 Pledge In Outdoor Access Initiative Grants

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s 2022 Q4 Grants Fund Large-Scale Riding Area Clean Up and Essential Trail Maintenance Projects Protecting Access to Land for Motorized Recreation

MARIETTA, Ga. – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) contributed more than $500,000 in grant awards for 2022, satisfying a commitment made in honor of National Public Lands Day. The final funding cycle for 2022 in the fourth quarter provided meaningful support to a wide variety of projects – from California desert cleanup and state-wide riding trail maintenance in Washington to multiuse bridges and trail resurfacing – making public lands sustainably accessible for motorized and outdoor recreation.

“The response from the outdoor community to our call for quality projects the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative can fund is the reason we were able to fulfill our 2022 pledge. While half a million dollars will make a significant impact, we know there are more opportunities out there in need of support,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s motorsports marketing manager. “In 2023, our commitment is unchanged as we continue to invite and welcome partnerships with land managers, riders, land stewards, and anyone who relies on public land for outdoor recreation. Together we will work to protect, defend, and improve access everyone can enjoy for years to come.”

Volunteers at a Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative cleanup event. Photo courtesy Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A.

The application deadline for consideration in the first funding cycle of 2023 is March 31. Visit YamahaOAI.com to learn how to apply for a grant and review the submission guidelines. There, you also will find the Yamaha OAI grant application form, as well as the informative blog, which includes recaps of typical projects for inspiration.

The powersports industry leader in delivering critical resources to those working to make public land available for motorized and outdoor recreation had a strong finish for 2022 with more than $195,000 in grants to projects nationwide. Projects funded in the 2022 fourth quarter grant cycle include:

Central Colorado Mountain Riders

Clean-Dezert (California)

Eleva-Strum Trail Riders (Trempealeau County, WI)

Idaho West Magic Lake Recreation Club (West Magic, ID)

Mad River Ridge Runners (Washington County, VT)

Northwest Motorcycle Association (Washington)

Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship (Quincy, California)

The Sierra Foundation (Prather, CA)

About the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative

Since 2008, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has led the powersports industry in supporting responsible access to our nation’s public lands for outdoor enthusiasts. With more than $5 million contributed to over 440 projects across the country, Yamaha has directly and indirectly supported thousands of miles of motorized recreation trails, maintained and rehabilitated riding and hunting areas, improved staging areas, supplied agricultural organizations with essential OHV safety education, built bridges over fish-bearing streams and partnered with local outdoor enthusiast communities across the country to improve access to public lands. Each quarter, Yamaha accepts applications from nonprofit or tax-exempt organizations including OHV riding clubs and associations, national, state, and local public land-use agencies, outdoor enthusiast associations, and land conservation groups with an interest in protecting, improving, expanding, and/or maintaining access for safe, responsible, and sustainable public use.

Updated guidelines, an application form, and news about the Outdoor Access Initiative are available at YamahaOAI.com. For specific questions about the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative, call the dedicated hotline at 1-877-OHV-TRAIL (877-648-8724), email [email protected], or write to:

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative

Yamaha Motor Corp., USA

3065 Chastain Meadows Parkway, Bldg. 100

Marietta, GA 30066

About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, WaveRunner Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars, Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States.

YMUS has a corporate office in California, two corporate offices in Georgia, facilities in Wisconsin and Alabama, and factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company (YMSC) with divisions Bennett Marine (Florida), Kracor Systems (Wisconsin) and Siren Marine, Inc. (Rhode Island), Skeeter Boats (Texas), with division G3 Boats (Missouri), and Yamaha Precision Propeller (Indiana).

Connect with Yamaha on social media via @YamahaOutdoors or search any of the following hashtags on all platforms: #Yamaha #YamahaOAI #REALizeYourAdventure #ProvenOffRoad #AssembledInUSA

MotoGP: Cupra Austria Backing Red Bull KTM In 2023

David Swarts

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February 18, 2023

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MotoGP: Cupra Austria Backing Red Bull KTM In 2023

RED BULL KTM TO ROLL ON EXTRA WHEELS WITH CUPRA BACKING FOR 2023 MOTOGP™

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have aligned with stylish and modern automobile brand CUPRA for the 2023 MotoGP season. CUPRA Austria will be the official mobility partner for the Grand Prix team and their seventh campaign as part of the world championship grid.

2023 MotoGP is only a matter of weeks away and will involve the longest calendar in the history of the sport with 21 rounds in 19 countries, running from March to November and introducing the new ‘Sprint’ race format on Saturdays for the first time. The 2022 contest was played out in front of almost 2.5 million spectators at circuits across the continents. Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have been full-time members of the MotoGP field since 2017 and have won Grands Prix for the last three years in a row and have accumulated 18 podium finishes with their KTM RC16 machinery.

As the entire team and factory prepare for the forthcoming term, the alliance with CUPRA means another appreciated addition to Red Bull KTM’s official partners. The CUPRA brand was born in 2018 and with a contemporary vision of sportiness, therefore the image and the priority towards performance fit perfectly with KTM’s attitude to MotoGP. Red Bull KTM, with riders Brad Binder and Jack Miller pushing for honors in 2023, will rely on CUPRA’s support and branding presence for the imminent season.

Pit Beirer, KTM Motorsports Director: “The 2023 MotoGP season will be KTM’s seventh year in the highest category of motorbike racing. Brad Binder and Jack Miller, just like the whole team, are in the starting blocks for an exciting and challenging season. We’re positive about the best possible results with our KTM RC16, which has been completely redesigned for 2023 and has made a very promising impression in the first tests. The cooperation with CUPRA now means more dynamism – but on four wheels – from a vibrant young brand. We are looking forward to the MotoGP season together and to several highlight events, such as our home Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring.”

Timo Sommerauer, Sales and Marketing Manager of CUPRA Austria: “CUPRA and KTM are two up-and-coming and successful trendy brands that focus on values such as performance, innovation, forward-looking design and sustainability. We are very proud to be partnered with this team, which will perfectly convey the CUPRA brand in the most prestigious motorbike racing series. Racing is at the core of the CUPRA DNA, and with the brand presence in MotoGP we will reach a diverse audience that is passionate about technology and innovation.”

WorldSBK: NBC Sports To Broadcast Six Rounds In U.S.

David Swarts

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February 17, 2023

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WorldSBK: NBC Sports To Broadcast Six Rounds In U.S.

Where can you watch WorldSBK on TV in 2023?

29 broadcasters continue to bring WorldSBK to viewers around the globe reaching new international audiences

The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship TV coverage will reach new audiences and new territories for the 2023 season as Dorna WSBK Organization (DWO) closed new deals with new broadcasters whilst historic partnerships have also been extended. After last year’s thrilling title fight and incredible races, 2023 is set to be even better as manufacturers, teams and riders go in search of glory.

EUROPE

Eurosport remain one of the main broadcasters of the Championship and they will bring WorldSBK to fans from 53 countries around Europe through their channels, Eurosport 1 and Eurosport 2, as well as the Eurosport Player. Eurosport UK will provide on-site coverage throughout 2023 and broadcast every round live, including the UK Round in July, whilst the ITV network will broadcast a 46-minute highlights package after each Round free-to-air. French fans will be able to follow WorldSBK in 2023 on Eurosport as well, including the French round at the Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours.

Italian fans will be able to watch Italian manufacturer Ducati chase their second consecutive title on Sky Sport as the channel will broadcast live WorldSBK, WorldSSP and WorldSSP300, with Ducati aiming for the WorldSSP title as well. The Emilia-Romagna Round at Misano marks an important date in the WorldSBK calendar as the Ducatisti create a stunning atmosphere in Italy. Free-to-air channel TV8 will also broadcast all WorldSBK races.

In Spain, WorldSBK action will be broadcast on DAZN and on the national Spanish television network, RTVE, as DWO renewed its partnership with the network. Spanish fans can cheer on 2022 WorldSBK Champion Alvaro Bautista in his quest to retain his title with two rounds coming from within their country: the Catalunya Round in May and the Aragon Round in September. Portuguese fans can enjoy all the WorldSBK action on Sport TV as they ready for their national round at Portimao in October, whilst GIB Telecom remains WorldSBK’s broadcast partner in Gibraltar.

Servus TV will continue to broadcast all sessions with WorldSBK also available in their online platform for German, Austrian and Swiss fans. Servus will also bring WorldSBK action closer to their viewers as they will cover some of the key rounds of 2023 from onsite. German fans can follow Philipp Oettl’s (GoEleven Team) second season in WorldSBK whilst Swiss fans can watch double WorldSSP Champion Dominique Aegerter (GYRT GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) debut in WorldSBK, whilst the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team will likewise don a new look. In Hungary, all three classes will be broadcast on Arena4.

Ziggo Sport will continue to offer the 46-minute highlights show for Dutch fans to follow Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team), with the Dutch Round being the first European round of 2023 in April. Belgian fans can enjoy each chapter of the Championship race on RTBF whilst RTL will continue showing WorldSBK in Luxembourg.

Nova Sports will continue to bring Czech and Slovakian fans closer to WorldSBK action as they will be able to follow all sessions live, as Oliver Konig (Orelac Racing MOVISIO) continues in WorldSBK for a second campaign. Czech fans will also have their own round as the Championship returns to the Autodrom Most in July for the Czech Round. Pop TV will broadcast WorldSBK in Slovenia with all the action also available on the VOYO player. Turkish fans will be able to follow Toprak Razgatlioglu’s (Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK) fight for his second WorldSBK title on both TRT Sport and Saran.

NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA

In North America, the US fans can follow Garrett Gerloff’s (Bonovo Action BMW) new challenge with BMW as WorldSBK will remain on the NBC Sports Network with six rounds to be broadcast in 2023, whilst REV TV will continue to broadcast the Superbike class in Canada.

In Latin America, there is a new broadcaster bringing WorldSBK to Mexico with Fox Sports Mexico airing all classes, including WorldSSP300 with Mexican rider Juan Pablo Uriostegui (Team#109 Kawasaki) set to make his debut in the category.

Brazilian broadcaster Bandsports TV will continue to show WorldSBK alongside F1, MotoGP™, NASCAR and MXGP among others. Fans will be able to follow Eric Granado’s (MIE Racing Honda Team) first full season in WorldSBK, and Humberto Maier and Enzo Valentim (both Yamaha MS Racing – Team Brasil) in WorldSSP300.

ESPN will continue to show WorldSBK to all other LATAM territories, including Argentina where the 2023 season finale is set to take place in October in the spectacular setting of San Juan.

ASIA

J-Sports will continue to bring WorldSBK to Japanese fans as they will be able to follow all sessions live, allowing them to witness Maiki Abe (VFT Racing Yamaha) and Yuta Okaya’s (Prodina Kawasaki Racing WorldSSP) first steps in World Supersport. In Indonesia, Trans7 will broadcast all classes as Indonesia will have a round at the Pertamina Mandalika International Street Circuit in March; the second round of 2023.

WorldSBK will continue to be available on SpoTV for all the Pan-Asian territories including the Republic of Korea, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam. Eurosport will also broadcast in various Central Asian countries, with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan all enjoying coverage.

MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA AND OCEANIA

Eurosport will also broadcast the Championship exclusively live in Lebanon and Israel, whilst Supersport will continue their Pan-Africa coverage until the end of 2024.

As the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit will be the host of the season opening round, Australian fans will be able to follow the action all season long on Fox Australia whilst SBS will broadcast a 46-minute highlights package after each round. In New Zealand, Sky Sport will continue to broadcast all three classes until 2024.

WorldSBK VideoPass

Fans from all across the globe will be able to watch every single moment of action in 2023 using the WorldSBK VideoPass, giving viewers live and uninterrupted coverage of every session and every class as well as a huge archive of historical action. Fans can also enjoy races OnDemand and wherever they are, making sure that they don’t miss a single second of action.

MotoAmerica: Bicknese Returning For Junior Cup Championship Fight

David Swarts

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February 17, 2023

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MotoAmerica: Bicknese Returning For Junior Cup Championship Fight

Hayden fully focused on 2023 MotoAmerica Junior Cup campaign with Bicknese Racing

Hayden Bicknese is excited to announce his participation in the 2023 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship.

Hayden, who improved and finished eighth out of 36 entrants overall in the MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship series in 2022, is looking to build on his successes from 12 months ago – a year that saw him race to a maiden national podium at the iconic Laguna Seca raceway.

The 16-year-old from Defiance, Missouri will once again line up on the ultra-competitive grid for his own family-made team Bicknese Racing – a team run professionally by his father Randy, who also doubles up as Crew Chief. Bicknese Racing has a strong and proven team of very valued partners and sponsors contributing to their racing efforts. The support received covers a range of things from setup, product specification and data analysis to name but three.

During the off-season Hayden has benefited from a unique opportunity to train with other exemplary elite student athletes to sharpen his mental toughness, his physical fitness, and most importantly his racing confidence. These off-season improvements are something both Hayden and the Bicknese Racing team are confident will have an impact when the #69 takes to the track.

Hayden Bicknese: “I am ready to take the next step in my racing career in 2023. I learned a lot in 2022 about running our own professional racing team as a family and was able to show my speed by running at the front in the majority of races. I took a podium at Laguna Seca and I now feel ready and confident to lead the pack and set the pace. I do my part off track to make sure my mind, body and equipment are always ready to compete professionally. Thank you to everyone who is behind me. I am excited to start the 2023 season.”

WorldSBK: Field Testing At Phillip Island Ahead Of Season-Opener

David Swarts

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February 17, 2023

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WorldSBK: Field Testing At Phillip Island Ahead Of Season-Opener

WorldSBK starts the 2023 season at the iconic Phillip Island Circuit

The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship will hit the track after a two-day Official Test prior to the round

Phillip Island is one of the most iconic and exciting venues in world motorsport. WorldSBK first raced at Phillip Island in 1990 and more than 60 races have taken place there. The 2022 visit was an unforgettable affair with incredible racing and tyre gambles in mixed conditions.

Australia has produced so many stars of two-wheel racing, such as Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan, Troy Bayliss, Troy Corser and Casey Stoner. With Remy Gardner making his WorldSBK debut at this year Australian Round, the country’s rich motorcycle racing heritage continues.

DID YOU KNOW?

The superb Lukey Heights section of the Phillip Island track is named after Melbourne businessman, racing driver and former circuit owner Len Lukey who helped revamp the venue in the 1960s.

PHILLIP ISLAND’S HOT SPOTS WITH REMY GARDNER

T1/ DOOHAN CORNER: “You want to open the gas and spin a little bit so that you can get it pointed to the right before having to turn left into T2.”

T4/MILLER CORNER: “It is one of my favourite places to overtake. If you can get your position right, and are confident on the brakes, you can do OK there.”

T10/MG Hairpin: “You cannot attack too hard on the brakes there. It feels really slow when you get to the apex, but you get going fast again real soon!”

WorldSBK | KEY STAT

378

In his next start, Jonathan Rea will set the new record for WorldSBK races run, 378, leaving Troy Corser at 377.

What to look out for in Phillip Island

Phillip Island returns to its season opening spot for the 2023 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship, which is shaping up as another chapter of the Golden Era.

13 different countries will be represented on the WorldSBK grid in 2023, with familiar faces stepping up from the WorldSSP class and high-profile rookies joining the fray.

The return of a champion and other big moves on the grid will only add to the intrigue and interest of a new season which promises to be more competitive and exciting than ever.

After private tests in Jerez and Portimao, riders are now set for their final pre-season outing with a two-day test in Phillip Island on Monday and Tuesday before the 2023 season kicks off in anger next Friday when Free Practice gets underway for the Grand Ridge Brewery Australian Round.

MotoAmerica: Paasch Re-Signs With Altus Motorsports

David Swarts

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February 17, 2023

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MotoAmerica: Paasch Re-Signs With Altus Motorsports

MotoAmerica: Paasch Back in MotoAmerica for 2023 Onboard the Altus Motorsports GSX-R1000.

(Altus, OK) – Brandon Paasch finished the 2022 MotoAmerica season with a fourth in the Stock 1000 Championship and second in the Superbike Cup. Not bad for his first year on a liter bike. The team is excited to have him back on the Altus Motorsports Suzuki GSX-R1000 for 2023.

“It was great to have Paasch under the Altus banner last year. He improved almost every round. By the end of the season, he had really started to gel with the bike and it showed in the results,” said George Nassaney, team owner. “We have an exciting team this year and with competitors in almost every class, the crew is going to be busy.”

Jaret Nassaney returns for 2023 to run the MotoAmerica Supersport on his Suzuki GSX-R750. Altus is adding a Twins Cup bike with a Yamaha R7 piloted by 17-year-old Joseph Limandri Jr. 2022 North American Talent Cup Champion, Alessandro Di Mario will join the team to race the Junior Cup class on the Altus Motorsports Kawasaki Ninja 400.

The Altus Motorsports team is supported by our great family of sponsors: Altus Motorsports, FLY Racing WPS, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Yamaha Motor Company, Moto-D Racing, Bonamici, Hot Bodies Racing, M4 Exhausts, Vortex EK, Motion Pro, Barnett, Maxima Racing Oils, SBS Brakes, BrakeTech USA, Inc., Ohlins, K-Tech, RS Taichi, Arai, Law Tigers Oklahoma, and Altus Factory Racing.

Video: Army Of Darkness Buys, Modifies, And Rides A TM EN 300FI

David Swarts

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February 17, 2023

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Video: Army Of Darkness Buys, Modifies, And Rides A TM EN 300FI

Roadracing World’s Sam Fleming fell in love with TM when he and Melissa Berkoff visited the TM factory in Italy in April 2022. Upon arriving home he found a coveted 2022 300 FI 2T for sale and snapped it up. After a couple little teething problems, he’s got it set up and is out in the woods.

Roadracing World’s Sam Fleming and Melissa Berkoff visited the TM Racing factory in Pesaro Italy in April 2022 and you can find a series of videos about that here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0AEu…

TM Racing makes arguably the most exquisite racing motorcycles for MX, Enduro and Supermoto in the world. They also made a championship winning Moto3 road race bike!

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AMA Supercross: Report & Results From Oakland

February 19, 2023

Seen at the AMA Supercross event in Oakland, California. Feld photo.