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Failed WADA Test: Broc Tickle

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Shocking news has just been released by the FIM, as it has become apparent that Broc Tickle has been provisionally banned from all competition. The decision was made after a WADA test took place in San Diego and the substances were analysed in an accredited laboratory in Cologne. The FIM released the following statement.

The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has advised US Supercross rider Broc Tickle that he is provisionally suspended pursuant to Article 7.9 of the FIM Anti-doping Code. The decision to provisionally suspend Mr. Tickle was taken following the receipt of a report from the WADA accredited laboratory in Cologne indicating an Adverse Analytical Finding of 5-methylhexan-2-amine, a specified substance under Section 6 (Stimulants) of the 2018 FIM Prohibited List, in a urine sample collected from him at an in-competition test carried out by the FIM at the round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship held in San Diego, California, USA, on 10 February 2018.

Mr. Tickle has the right to request and attend the analysis of his B sample.

Mr. Broc Tickle is provisionally suspended with effect from 14 April 2018. He is therefore barred from participating in any Sports competition until further notice (Art. 10.12 of the FIM Anti-doping Code). Under Article 7.9.3.2 of the FIM Anti-doping Code, Mr. Tickle may request lifting of his provisional suspension.

Under the World Anti-Doping Code and the FIM Anti-Doping Code, the FIM is unable to provide any additional information at this time.

Stay tuned to MX Vice for more on this developing story.

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The MX Vice Show Episode #162 with Jeff Crutcher (Founder/Team Principal CREO KTM)

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The MX Vice Show returns with special guest Jeff Crutcher, as he speaks to MX Vice Editor Ed Stratmann about the season so far, his incredible career in the sport, the challenges associated with running a team, how happy he is with the progress of Talviku, Gibbs & Kaub in Supercross and Arenacross, the state of play in the sport, what his goals are for the campaign and much more.

The MX Vice Show is as always available to listen to on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher and Google Play. Thanks to Parts Europe, Scott, Fly Racing, AS3 Performance, ARMA nutrition, Holeshot Motorhomes and Even Strokes for their support of The MX Vice Show. If you would like to become a part of the show, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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AMA Penalty Report from Birmingham featuring Haiden Deegan and Adam Cianciarulo

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Check out the AMA Penalty Report from Birmingham featuring Haiden Deegan and Adam Cianciarulo.

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CREO SX Debrief: Slow, steady, consistent progress in Birmingham

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At one point there were rumours circulating the races were cancelled in Birmingham. No permit to build the track. No dirt to deliver. Rain. An expo centre that couldn’t get tractors in.


Words: Jeff Crutcher | Lead Image: Jeff Kardas


As we all saw, the races weren’t cancelled. It’s mind blowing how many people in the face of less than ideal conditions throw their hands up and lose all hope. The rumours circulate and the gossip airs like stink on shit. I love it when people fold under pressure, because we don’t. Slow, steady, consistent progress.

We were supposed to be parked Thursday as per usual but there was a snafu getting lowboy trailers into the top half of the hall via the entrance ramp. Friday morning at 8:30 I was parked by the Feld paddock crew and in lightning fashion I put up our Bolt Pit and claimed the best looks in the hall – which set the tone for the guys that we were standing on business this weekend.

Saturday during track walk we quickly made the decision to pull the scoop pattern tires and replaced them with IMX25s, as the course was moist but not a mudder. Because the Feld crew had to remove tarps and drain excess water, free practice was cancelled and we went straight into timed qualifying.

All three guys were in group B, which looked amazing in their Evel Knievel themed Skillz gear and on patriotic Nextaff blue and white motorcycles.

After it was settled:
Jorgen P15
Tyler P34
Dawson P48

This was a fantastic showing and all three are on par with what we expected. Obviously we want Dawson in the show, but being under a second off is a manageable margin.

In the heats, JMT rocketed out of the gate and was next to Vialle, made a cut to tuck under and take the lead, but got bumped by Hymas. It was a daring move but if you read that again I just said my rider attempted to pass two time MX2 champion and made contact with factory Honda’s 250 star. God damn.

Gibby had a quiet night, and he delivered on his social goals and put the bike in the show. He’s doing what we asked him to and he’s improving every week by every metric. A little less time on the ground and more aggression in the first corner will put him in contention.

In the LCQ, JMT was flirting with qualifying position, and ended up coming home in 6th place. Recall last week’s email – the strategy was to move up seven positions from the previous LCQ. He’s holding trajectory. If he’s able to maintain, that puts him in straight away from the Heat or winning the LCQ. *This is our best finish in team history*

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