Billy Bolt (Billy Bolt) returned to the field in his best form at the opening of SuperEnduro in Lodz, winning the overall victory after sweeping all three Prestige games and winning the early championship title.
To remind everyone why he is the defending indoor world champion, Bolt was among the best in the SuperPole hot circle that night, and then won all three prestige finals and ensured the overall victory. Since winning the championship in 2019, AMA EnduroCross champion Colton Haaker returned to the Super Endurance Series for the first time, enjoying a stable night, with second place Husqvarna on the podium, close to third His results ranked third, second only to KTM's Manuel Lettenbichler (Manuel Lettenbichler).
On the technical track, which became more difficult due to the numerous sands, Bolt immediately accelerated his FE 350, eager to impress in the first round of the SuperEnduro season. Through the first test of the night-SuperPole hot lap-he easily completed the game for almost two seconds.
When it came to the championship's first foothold, Bolt did not hesitate to rush to the leader and continue to win by 6 seconds. Manuel Lettenbichler defeated Taddy Blazusiak by the slightest margin to win the first runner-up, and Haaker ranked fourth.
As the starting order of the second race was reversed, Bolt started last but was already in second place on the second lap. A crash caused him to fall off the rear wheel of leader Haaker, but in just a few laps, he found his way again. However, the heroic efforts on the final lap allowed him to fight Haaker just a few corners from the finish line, and the third crash knocked him down again in second place. Johnny Walker finished the top three in his beta.
Bolt was determined to let his night end in a positive way, and he made a breakthrough in the third and final final. Really mastered the difficult conditions, he completed 8 laps of stable running laps, easily got rid of other venues, and won by more than 26 seconds. At the same time, Lettenbichler finished runner-up, leading Jonny Walker by 10 seconds, and Huck finished fifth.
Bolt led Poland with 62 points and 15 points ahead of Poland, while Lettenbichler's 48 points and Hacker's 43 points ranked third.
The second round of the FIM Super Endurance World Championship was held in Jerusalem, Israel on January 20.
"This is a brilliant start to the championship. Win all three races and get SuperPole-it's great to be back indoors. I didn't have as much cycling time into this round as I hoped, it showed at the beginning of the night One point. My time is a bit off and I am trying to work for it. We did better in the third race. The track is easier for me and I can hit my route consistently. Tonight The victory of ”undoubtedly made me more motivated to continue working hard during the six-week break until the second round.”
"That's too difficult! I am very happy that everything went well because my wrist was injured two weeks ago and I am not sure if I can ride it. Thankfully, we paid for the best possible return and second place. All of his work was great. I was actually a little surprised that things went so smoothly. It was great to be second in the first and third finals. You know, going back to this kind of competition, I’m not sure What happened, but it was really interesting."
"I am very satisfied with the third place tonight. It was difficult there, and I am not 100% sure where I will invest. Of course, the second game was the highlight of my evening. When I had a good start and a clean When the track in front of me, I also ride more like I want. I am very happy to participate in the SuperEnduro race again, because I have not participated in the race since 2019. Now I know how the situation is, I will definitely be in the first Make persistent efforts on the basis of the second round!"
"I think things didn't happen like I wanted in the final. I felt very good, the speed was there, my bike was great, my fitness and shoulders were also very good, and then I kept crashing. If it weren't for me The mistake is that another rider falls in front of me or makes a mistake, or falls on me. I don’t think luck is on my side tonight. Anyway, the third place in the first final is the one that night A good start, I know I can maintain this speed in the next few rounds, so I am looking forward to these. The games with so much support are unbelievable, and this is always a great show in Poland. I am now Just go back to work and make sure I can eliminate the mistakes in the next round."
In the junior class, Dominik Olszowy (POL-GasGas) spent a perfect night in his home game. The Poles won all three games. Under the enthusiastic cheers of the fans, the young GasGas driver demonstrated three aspects of his skill set; first, a combative attacker, able to ensure against his most anticipated opponent One of them was Milan Schmusser (GER-GasGas) for a good fight. He won the first final of the style.
This pair was added to the top three by Leon Hentschel (GER-GasGas). In the second race, Olszowy was able to take the lead early despite the reverse start, but he had to show his ability to remain calm under pressure, as the chaotic crash on the final lap almost cost him his victory. In the final round, the Pole can show his strength and win "easy" with an advantage of more than 18 seconds. He did not disappoint his supporters, he won the Grand Prix in Poland before Henchel and Schmusser in Germany.
Former Prestige driver Sonny Goggia (ITA-Rieju) decided to participate in the European Championship again this year after almost missing the championship in the 2019/2020 season. It turned out that it was a wise choice because the Italian ruled the class from start to finish, winning two games with his neat and precise style. Joining him on the podium was French driver Aurélien Addesso driving his Sherco, and Polish driver Oskar Kaczmarczyk driving his GasGas.
In a tragic incident, Rene Hofer and two friends were killed in an avalanche during an alpine skiing trip. The 19-year-old Austrian had a bright future, but it was quickly shortened. Express condolences to his family and friends and the families of those who lost their lives in the avalanche.
KTM issued the following statement:
"The entire KTM family is deeply saddened by the terrible news that MX2 factory racer Rene Hofer and his two friends died after a ski accident in Austria.
During this incredibly difficult time, KTM would like to express its love and heartfelt condolences to Rene's family, friends, his team and the entire off-road motorcycle community. Rene has won multiple youth championships and GP championships. He has a bright future in the Grand Prix before him. People will not only remember his talent on the track, but also because of his approachable, interesting and friendly personality. And his everlasting smile.
Everyone in the KTM family will miss Rene very much. Ride on Renee quietly. You will be missed immeasurably. #711″
Yamaha fully supports the AMX MX Open in Wonthaggi from December 11th to 12th, which was a decision made after the cancellation of the Australian Super Cross Country Championship. Yamaha's Clout, Tanti, Mellross, Budd, Kingsford and Rogers will all win their respective levels in the AMX MX Open.
As the country returns to normal, Yamaha participates in competitions at all levels and encourages clubs, organizers and promoters to hold viable and successful events.
Yamaha will send their Factory 450 team, Rhys Budd will represent the GYTR Yamaha team, and WBR Yamaha team will use MX OPEN to launch their new drivers.
The second year of the CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team's participation in the race was aimed at winning, as team boss Craig Dack explained the importance of racing.
Craig Dack-CDR Yamaha Monster Energy team owner
"You can't beat the race just to prepare for the race. Back when I was in the race, we had to compete in 30 to 40 weekends a year. The old saying that repetition will only make you stronger is true. The car also provides you with The best test conditions. We will use this event to promote our sponsors, our new rider lineup and to test."
Yamaha Australia has also received class sponsorship for Junior A-grade 65cc and Junior A-grade 125cc classes. Yamaha supports Junior Racing through their development plan, and Yamaha's Scott Bishop believes that bringing teenagers and young people together in a race will help inspire the next generation of champions.
"There are not many races in which all junior classes compete with factory drivers on the same weekend. Having juniors and seniors in one race really helps motivate the next generation of champions, and Yamaha is very happy to help make it happen. This goal."
Yamalube Yamaha Racing Team will continue to cultivate emerging off-road motorcycle talents in 2022, including two of Australia's best rising star riders, who are locked in and eager to start.
Alex Larwood will be on the winning YZ250F machine next season. For Bard, this is his second year on the Yamalube Yamaha team, and Larwood has transitioned to the Queensland team as part of Yamaha's upgrade plan.
Rhys Budd proved the surprise plan for 2021. After calling the Yamalube team at the last minute, every position has become a winner since taking office. He finished the Pro MX tournament in third place, defeated many better opponents, and established himself as a major player in the MX2 category.
Bud is a hardworking and dedicated athlete who devotes himself to the game. The support from Yamalube Yamaha Team at the beginning of the 2021 season is exactly what Budd needs, and he is very happy to be back in the team again in 2022.
"At the beginning of the 2021 season, as soon as I received a call from the team, I lowered my head and started to work. Now, the pressure of preparing the bike and arranging things has disappeared from me, and I can devote more time to riding and training. , And achieved some good results and new deals this year, which excites me. This team is great for me, it’s nice to know that you have a group of people who believe in you and want to help you achieve your goals. We already have A good foundation, and some additional plans that will only make me progress. I would love to stay on the Yamalube team again in 2022. I really want to reward them when there is no need this year and no one else is willing to accept me. accept me."
The one who worked with Budd and created a very competitive environment within the team is Alex Larwood. The 18-year-old South Australian is a product of the Yamaha Junior Racing program and will enter the professional ranks in the 2020 season. Covid's 2020 season never started, but in a few games in 2021, Larwood demonstrated his ability at the MX2 level.
He moved from the WBR Yamaha team to the Yamalube Yamaha team, so his support continued to grow to match his results. Larwood was on the podium in the first round of the 2021 season, but injuries slowed his progress in the remaining rounds.
Returning to full health and fitness, Larwood is ready to continue his rapid rise in 2022.
"I have been working at Yamaha for a long time. It is important to me that they continue to support me over the years. They picked me up as a junior in 2014 and transferred to the WBR Yamaha team when I was 16 years old. Yamalube Yamaha’s support will increase in 2022. No other manufacturer can provide such support for a long time. In the short time I had to deal with them, I can see the professionalism of the team and how they work . Their bikes always look great, and they have had a lot of success in the past. We have three months to prepare for the first round and start work. The team supports me and the race returns to normal. We look forward to one next year A fulfilling and exciting season. I can't wait."
The national race will start in March, and the eight rounds of the Pro MX Championship will start in Wonthaggi, Victoria, and then end on the Sunshine Coast in August.
Fire Power Honda Racing will change the situation in 2022, with the efforts of two drivers in the 250 East Coast region of the 2022 Monster Energy Supercross Championship, and Martin Davalos has signed up as the team manager. Since 2020, as part of the US series, the team has achieved moderate success at the highest level and aims to improve performance in the coming seasons.
Davalos is no stranger to AMA requirements. The Ecuadorian has participated in 15 years of competitions in the United States. He has won 5 victories with an aggressive attitude, has been on the podium 24 times, and has won 46 top five places from 101 games in the 250 class. The steadfast racing driver advanced to the 450 class in 2021. His top five and seven top ten results won him the Rookie of the Year award.
Davalos announced that he will retire from full-time racing in the United States in 2021, and now he will turn his attention to managing the Fire Power Parts Honda Racing Team at the new operating base at the Millsaps training facility in Georgia.
"I opened a new chapter for Fire Power Honda Racing. I hope this opportunity will come to me because I know I can provide the team with a lot of things. I look forward to managing the program and participating in testing and testing at MTF in Georgia. Development. The team has a plan to win the championship in Australia, and I believe it will develop in the United States next year. Relocating the team to MTF will be a huge advantage because it will help from the plan to win the championship. Get the most out of it. We have signed two drivers and are ready to go a lot."
Yarrive Konsky, the team owner of the Australian Honda plant, has high expectations for Davalos and is very happy to welcome Davalos next season. After experiencing firsthand the serious approach taken by MTF to training and professionalism, Kansky believed that it was necessary to move from California to Georgia.
"After the travel restrictions have made me difficult for the past two seasons, I need someone to help manage the project in the United States, so I am very happy that Martin has joined. I believe he will have a great impact on the crew and drivers. Of course, he There is a reason for winning the respect of my peers. I have been trained at MTF. Their professionalism and dedication to athletes is what I want the team to experience. They support athletes in all areas of the game, and their commitment is unwavering. Yes. We are lucky and they welcome our plan. The connection between MTF and Fire Power Honda Racing can be traced back a few years and has been a factor in the team’s past success. The first time I met Gavin Faith at MTF , Brought him to Australia and we won the championship together, so it is appropriate for our team to work together in 2022."
The team has signed drivers Jordon Smith and Jarrett Frye to use the brand new 2022 Honda CRF250R in 250 nine-round races in the Supercross East Coast region.
Jordon Smith has an impressive resume, entering the seventh year of his career. The 25-year-old from North Carolina turned professional in 2015 and won 3 main event titles and 13 podiums in 250 level competitions. As a long-term resident of MTF, Smith will seamlessly transition to the team.
In the past year and a half, Jarrett Frye has shown great potential. With three top 15 results, the 20-year-old from Maryland is ready to stand firm in 2022 heel.
Jarrett and Jordon have been testing with the team for the past six weeks, and Konsky is proud of the team because they believe the plan will help them reach their potential.
"We all know injuries hinder the driver's full potential. I have been talking to Jordan for many years and have always wanted to work with him. I trust him because he applies his skills, desires and commitments to the car. Jarrett is with us. Ranked among the best in his list. I studied his amateur career, professional performance and skills, and if he wants bad enough, he is good enough. Finally, Martin’s experience and prospects are the strength we need to enable us to become one A successful project. Our focus is on the East Coast Supercross area, but we do not rule out the possibility of participating in two or three rounds of Pro Motocross and allowing drivers including Davalos to participate in the Australian Supercross Championship. Fire Power Parts is our partner this season, We are very happy that they have increased their support for 2022. In addition, the team will announce several new sponsorships for next year in the coming weeks. I want to thank Muc-Off for their support this season, although we have agreed to move towards 2022 Going in different directions, but our two teams spent better time together."
From October 8th to 9th next year, Tasmania will be crowned at the 2022 Yamaha Australian Cross Country Championships hosted by MXstore Champions.
With the support of the Tasmanian State Government, the Australian Motorcycle Team won the last two rounds of the 12-round championship in Tasmania, the first in the 15-year history of AORC.
Many of the world’s best drivers, including former Australian International Six-Day Endurance Race (ISDE) champions and Australia’s best off-road riders, as well as a large number of local Tasmanian riders, will compete for the 2022 AORC championship in the Wynyard jungle.
Peter Doyle, CEO of the Australian Motorcycle Association, said that the Yamaha AORC in 2022 will be spectacular.
Peter Doyle-Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Motorcycle Association
"We have a world-class venue and are ready to compete in 2022. After the first two seasons were interrupted, we know that the drivers are very excited and ready to compete next year, especially for the first time in Tasmania. We are very pleased with the excitement and support shown by the Tasmanian government in ensuring the final rounds of our World Championship Maker Championship, and hope that this partnership can exist on Apple Island for a long time. As the exciting new venue of AORC in 2022 is about to be announced, we will undoubtedly see hundreds of drivers again in every round of 2022."
Round entries and round format details will be released in the new year.
After experiencing one of the toughest and most intense seasons in the history of off-road motorcycles, Tim Gajser of the HRC team had almost no chance to truly reflect on what happened. Completing eight races in six weeks means focusing on the race at every moment, but now that the dust has settled, Gajjer finally won the third overall championship, and the Slovenian driver can now talk about last season and his expectations for the upcoming season. 2022 MXGP calendar.
What are you doing now, what have you done after the season?
Gajser: "I actually took a break in Croatia just to recharge the battery, so that my body can recover from the very difficult end of the 2021 season. In the days after the last round, I also did some Test, so now I just want to relax and take a moment to get off the bike so that when I start training in 2022 again, I will be very fresh."
How would you summarize your 2021 season?
Gajser: "The 2021 season is definitely a difficult season, both mentally and physically. All the drivers have experienced a lot, and we have worked hard until the end. Of course, I failed to become a world champion, so I failed to achieve my There are many beautiful moments. It’s very difficult to get so close without achieving it, but I will use this as my motivation for next year and strive to continuously improve on these small details."
What is your best memory of the year?
Gajser: "Obviously, it had a very good start in Russia, one-on-one, and then I had some very good motorcycles. I won a great fight on the last lap of the Matli Basin, and then there were some in Turkey. Excellent game. Probably the most important thing is in Germany, when I was able to come back after injury and win the second game and the championship, to show everyone that I was ready to fight for the championship. It is also very good to share these moments with the HRC team Great, because they have always believed in me, even when I’m struggling. It’s also good to have fans re-enter the game because we can see how much they add to the game. The last games in France, Spain and Italy are really This shows how great the atmosphere of the off-road motorcycle race is, so I hope that next year there will be more fans to support the riders."
So what do you hope to change?
Gajser: "It's really just a lot of very small things. Of course, I hope I won't get injured after Turkey, because I led the championship by about 30 points and rode well and controlled the series when the game happened. When manipulating When the bar was stuck on the handguard, the crash in Loket was unfortunate. It cost me a lot of points and other things that didn’t go as planned. There is nothing too big, but when the championship comes down to a small number of points , These little things will add up."
What do you think of the 2022 calendar?
Gajser: "I didn't pay too much attention to the calendar for next year. The past two years have taught us to prepare for change, so I won't really prepare for any particular round. However, since late February, it has not allowed us to There is a lot of time to rest this winter, so I have to make sure I do what I need to do in order to be prepared for that."
Is there an event that impressed you?
Gajser: "It's great to see some overseas games back on the schedule again, and I hope they can happen. These rounds are always interesting, and the important thing is that it is a proper "world" championship. They are very good to Honda and all of them. Sponsors are also important, so I’m glad we’ll go to places outside of Europe a few times. I’m also excited about any new rounds on the calendar because it’s great to go to different places. It’s important to stay fresh and keep everyone Can start over on a track they have never seen before."
As for whether to resume the two-day event or stick to the one-day format, there is no announcement yet. What is your opinion on this?
Gajser: "I think I'm already very clear that I want us to return to the two-day format. I believe that the World Championship is best held for two days, not the one-day format that I used when I went to Slovenia to participate in the national event. It gave us More opportunities to do the right things on the bike and make things safer, because we can change things and understand how they work, and then still have the opportunity to change them back before the race. I know many riders want Day format, but they also use practice tracks or tracks in the area on Saturdays because they want to do something and make the match day perfect. Maybe qualifying can get more incentives, or we just do Choose gates for timed practice, but I think MXGP should be a two-day event."
What are your hopes for 2022?
Gajser: "The goal every year is to become a world champion. This is what every driver hopes, especially for me. I have won some victories in the past and this year is so close. This is what I will pay attention to every time I fall. Of course, I know it’s not easy, because the class is becoming more and more competitive every year, I believe that many drivers will continue to improve, so I also need to continue to improve, but I am confident that I can stand out, especially With the support of everyone on the HRC team, they continue to work very hard to ensure that they do everything possible to give me the best performance. After Mitch Evans is absent from injury in 2021, I am also looking forward to his return to me By my side. I get along well with him, it’s fun to be with him, and I hope he can show everyone his true speed in 2022."
Estenson Racing will provide a strong lineup for the 2022 American progressive flat track season. The return of multiple road race champion JD Beach and defending AFT singles champion Dallas Daniels, the young driver made his debut in the top event and, together with the veteran, formed a two-pronged threat in the Mission SuperTwins Championship. Up-and-coming driver Trevor Brunner (Trevor Brunner) joined the team to take the lead in the AFT singles.
Beech has entered his fourth season with the team and hopes to build on the success of Yamaha MT-07. Since he won the top event for the first time in his first season with the team in 2019, he has been a winning driver on the TT circuit and has won four of the past five TT main events. Beech and the team continued to move forward, ending the 2021 season with two victories and four podium finishes, ranking in the top five in the standings.
JD Beach-Estensen Racing Mission SuperTwins
"I'm very happy to be back at Estensen in the fourth season. I will have the same staff as last year. I think it would be great to build on this basis. I think we are cycling every year. Moving forward, sometimes the pace is not as big as we hoped, but we have never stopped working. With what we learned in 2021 and the people around us, I think we can take the biggest step forward next season . I am very grateful to Tim (Estensen) and the entire team for their continued support. I think 22 years will be an important year for us. Not only do we have a strong team, but the competition in the SuperTwins class is also very fierce. . I hope that this year will be the best year so far and have some victories on the ellipse."
Since his debut at the Lima half-mile race in the middle of the 2019 season, Daniels has achieved an impressive tenure in the AFT singles championship, after which he entered the first-class level. In addition to becoming the first back-to-back champion in the class, he also rose to second place in the historical victory list of the support class with 13 victories. While defending his AFT singles championship in 2021, Daniels also made his twin debut in the AFT production twins class, winning three victories and second place in the four events he participated in.
Dallas Daniels-Estensen Racing Mission SuperTwins
"I am very happy to be back with the Estensen team. During my two and a half years, we have achieved a lot of success together and won two championships in the AFT singles group. So, for us, now It’s the right time to enter Mission SuperTwins, the top-tier twins course. It’s always been my dream to even participate in this level of competition, not to mention the chance to win and achieve my goals. The team has been putting in endless work on bikes and plans, I think We have a very good plan to enter the season opener. I can't wait for the season to start!"
As the newest member of Estenson Racing, Brunner is one of the rising stars of the sport. He ended his amateur career with the highest honor and followed a career trajectory similar to that of Daniels. The Indiana driver was named the 2019 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Road Horizon Award winner and the 2019 AMA Grand Prix Athlete of the Year.
He then continued to impress in his professional team debut and won the Springfield Short Track Race in 2020. Brenner scored two victories in the Sacramento Mile doubles game and finished in the top five in the sophomore game. ranking. The 19-year-old's goal is to place another first place on the Yamaha YZ450F and bring the team a fourth title in the sixth year.
Tommy Hayden-Estensen Team Manager
"Estenson Racing is really happy to announce our 2022 racing plan. We are extremely excited about the drivers in the team next year. In the SuperTwins class, I am very satisfied with our balance of advantages. For JD, we have experience and maturity. , For Dallas, we have talent and desire. I think this is a perfect match that will push us forward. In the AFT singles course, we are very happy that Trevor has joined our team. We have achieved great success in the tournament , With three titles including the recent back-to-back championships, we believe Trevor is the one who helped us continue to succeed at 450. He has proven to be the champion of the game and we look forward to helping him become a champion. We are more determined We will continue to strive to win more and provide us with more resources by increasing staff and expanding other areas to accelerate our development capabilities. We look forward to lining up in Volusia in March next year."
Trevor Brunner – Estense Racing AFT Singles
"I am very happy to join the Estensen Team. They have achieved great success in the American Flat Track and have been the pinnacle of the AFT Singles class for the past few years. I am very confident in them, and they are very good to me. I have confidence, so I want to go all out on the Estenson Racing Yamahas track. The team is to win the race and we want to pursue the championship. This is a big step for my career and I can’t wait to start."
Moto News Weekly is proudly brought to you by Dunlop
MCNEWS.COM.AU is a professional online resource that provides motorcycle news for motorcyclists. MCNews covers all areas of interest to the motorcycle public, including news, reviews and comprehensive racing reports.