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Strijbos wins Dutch Masters

Strjibos returns to top form.

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Team Suzuki Press Office – April 25.

Team Suzuki World MXGP rider Kevin Strijbos won both races to claim overall victory at the Dutch Masters Motocross in Mill. Holland at the weekend.

Strijbos and his RM-Z450 had a good starts in both races, contested by several Grand Prix regulars; in race one he worked is way up from fourth to the race leader in the first half of the race. “I was riding my own race,” the Belgian said. “After moving up to second position on the first lap I found my rhythm and built-up my speed and I could then pass Glenn Coldenhoff mid-race and take the lead.”

In the second heat, Strijbos came out of the start gate in second. He said: “The second moto was more difficult. I couldn’t find my rhythm and Bobryshev passed me. After that, I started to find some different lines on the track and when Bobryshev fell I could retake him and close the gap on Coldenhoff and then pass him. Overall I had two good races and it was good training for the MXGP in Latvia this coming weekend.”

Team Suzuki World MXGP Team-mate Ben Townley, who is now recovered after being hit by a mystery virus four weeks ago, took part in the season-opening ADAC MX Masters in Drehna, Germany, topping the qualifying race on Saturday and winning the first race on Sunday.

“It was a really great weekend racing in Germany. I enjoyed the track, it was fun, soft and with quite a lot of jumps. We went to Drehna with a new setting to test and right away I felt that it was a good improvement. It helped my riding a lot,” BT said.

In the second moto, Townley took the holeshot and immediately put in some good laps. However, he suffered some mechanical issues and was forced to retire. He added: “I was happy with my riding, I thought I could go faster, but overall I’m feeling pretty good with the weekend.”

Team Suzuki World MX2 rider Bas Vaessen also took part in the ADAC event. “I have some mixed feelings about the weekend. My riding was good but I crashed at the start of both races so I had to come back from far behind,” said Vaessen who finished fifth and 10th to take eighth overall aboard his RM-Z250.

Both Suzuki World MXGP and MX2 teams will be in action this weekend at round six of the MX World Championships at Kegums in Latvia.

Words: Press Release | Image: Suzuki Racing

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Louis Vosters and Fantic team up in 2024 for Fantic Factory Racing MXGP

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The brand new Fantic Factory Racing team in MXGP will be spearheaded by Louis Vosters whose team have had multiple race wins in MXGP during the past eight years. An exciting collaboration that will have all eyes on the team throughout the 2024 MXGP World Championship.

The team will have two exceptional riders with the experienced Glenn Coldenhoff signing a two-year contract and the new rookie of the class Roan Van de Moosdijk who has signed a one-year deal, with an option for another year. An all-Dutch contingent with the team owner and riders all being from the Netherlands, who will be looking to make their mark in 2024. The team and riders are currently testing bikes and further news on their progress and pre-season events will be announced soon.

Louis Vosters – Fantic Factory Racing MXGP Team Owner

After eight great years at Yamaha, I am really happy to start this new chapter with Fantic. The motivation, support and shared goals have made me very enthusiastic for the future.

I am very happy to continue my relationship with Glenn Coldenhoff who is an experienced and dedicated rider. Roan van de Moosdijk is one of the most exciting rookie prospects and  2024 is looking great for Fantic and myself.

A new brand, new colours and new people have ignited the excitement further. Let’s start racing!

Mariano Roman – CEO of Fantic

Fantic is truly pleased to commence this collaboration with one of the best teams in MXGP. We are sure that with the structure of Louis Vosters, we have chosen an excellent partner, who will be able to show the high potential and the efficiency of our products. Our rider line-up is the perfect combination of experience and promising talent, with Glenn Coldenhoff, who has always been between the main contenders during the last MXGP seasons, and Roan Van de Moosdijk, an extremely capable rookie in the top class. I want to take this opportunity to thank Louis for his collaboration and his incredible enthusiasm, which he is transmitting to the whole Fantic family.

Glenn Coldenhoff – Fantic Factory Racing MXGP Rider 

I am very excited to start this new chapter in my career. We will use this winter for testing and developing the bike and get ready for the new season. With the knowledge and experience of Fantic and our team, I am sure we will have an opportunity and I am looking forward to the new season.

Roan Van de Moosdijk – Fantic Factory Racing MXGP Rider

I am very happy and proud to sign with Fantic Factory Racing MXGP and the opportunity they have given me to race in the MXGP class. It’s always been my dream to ride at the highest level of motocross, and I’m very excited to do this with such a great group of people. Let’s have some great success together!

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Results: 2023 Keiheuvel International

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Find all the results from the 2023 Keiheuvel International below.

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Results: Dutch Masters Of Motocross – Oldebroek

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Find all the results from the Dutch Masters of Motocross in Oldebroek below.

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