A special welcome to MXGP of Thailand

Earlier this evening representatives of Youthstream, the FIM, the organizers of Thai MXGP and some Thai authorities uniquely welcomed a handful of the worlds fastest riders and international press to MXGP of Thailand 2015.

Taking place at the breath-taking Woodland Museum and Resort in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, Rockstar Energy Suzuki riders Kevin Strijbos, Glenn Coldenhoff and Jeremy Seewer, TM Racing Factory Team’s David Guarneri, Hitachi Construction Machinery Revo KTM’s Shaun Simpson, Petar Petrov and Ben Watson, Team Assomotor Honda’s Alessandro Lupino and Kei Yamamoto, 24MX Honda Racing’s Filip Bengtsson, Wilvo Forkrent KTM’s Steven Frossard, J-Tech Honda Racing's Jens Getteman and DP19 Racing Yamaha’s David Philippaerts, were able to admire the hand crafted sculptures of the wooden village inside a stunning temple and museum before sitting down to some delicious Thai cuisine.

The evening kicked off with a warm welcome from the MXGP of Thailand Organizer Mr. Kraitos Wongsawan followed by a speech of welcome from the Sport Authority of Thailand’s Director of Sport Development Division Mr. Wiboon Champangeun. The Mayor of Nakhonchaisi also took to the stage to express his excitement for MXGP of Thailand followed by a few words from FMSCT President, Mr. Thongchai Wongsawan.

After the Thai associates had spoken everyone in attendance was treated to a fascinating tour of Woodland Fantasia, a museum of incredible hand carved wooden sculptures and art before sitting down to enjoy a delicious Thai meal.

Closing out the lovely evening of Thai food and culture, Youthstream CEO Mr. Daniele Rizzi shared his thanks and excitement for the future of motocross in Asia before handing the mic over to FIM/CMS President Mr. Tony Skillington who wrapped things up.

After what was a lovely evening here in Thailand, we look forward to the up coming events here at MXGP of Thailand.

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