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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 14 November 2024 – Infront Moto Racing is thrilled to announce that Technical Touch Racing has renewed its solid partnership with MXGP for the FIM Motocross World Championship from 2025 and beyond.

Technical Touch was founded over 30 years ago by Jan Berthels, personal suspension mechanic for greats like MotoGP World Champion Kevin Schwantz and ten-time Motocross World Champion Stefan Everts. Becoming the worldwide distributor of off-road motorcycle parts for KYB Japan, he started providing in-house servicing and technical support for one of the industry’s leading suspension manufacturers.

Technical Touch provides the official KYB Racing Service for factory supported teams both in-house and on-site at races, and the company’s portfolio has grown as they became European Importers for Hinson Clutch Racing Components, Yoshimura Exhausts, ODI Grips, and X-Trig Racing Technology.

Hinson Clutch Racing Components have a history as long as Technical Touch themselves and have worked with the vast majority of factory teams and racers over the last thirty years in many motorcycling and ATV disciplines. They offer everything from clutch baskets, inner hubs, pressure plates, slipper clutches, clutch springs and clutch covers, winning over 400 World and National Championships in their history.

ODI Grips are the world leader in grip technology, dedicated to maintaining the highest product quality in each of their core products: Grips, Handlebars and Controls. Each product is developed in-house and tested with professional athletes at the highest level of worldwide competition. ODI stands for Observe – Design – Innovate – and their products match that philosophy.

Xtrig is a German producer of motorcycle triple clamps, pre-load adjuster’s and holeshot devices. Xtrig’s staff members are active motorcycle riders or have years of experience in motorsports, gained with the world’s best and most professional racing teams. This experience is reflected in the products manufactured by XTRIG Racing Technology.

MXGP and its teams will all benefit massively from the presence of Technical Touch and the company’s incredible catalogue of brands at the top of the industry.

From left to right on the photo: Marionna Leiva - Infront Moto Racing Marketing Director / Jan Berthels – CEO of Technical Touch Racing / Jannis Berthels – Project Manager of Technical Touch Racing / Daniele Rizzi - Infront Moto Racing COO / Ron Hinson – Director of Sales & Marketing at Hinson Clutch Components

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Infront Moto Racing is thrilled to announce that tickets for the MXGP of Argentina in Córdoba, scheduled for 1-2 March 2025 are now available online!

The 2025 season opener marks a new chapter as the MXGP of Argentina moves to the brand-new Infinito Racetrack within Córdoba's Infinito Open complex. As the sole MXGP World Championship round in the Americas, this event promises an unforgettable experience for all motocross fans.

Reflecting on the 2024 MXGP of Argentina held in Villa La Angostura, fans witnessed remarkable performances. Jorge Prado clinched the victory in MXGP while in MX2 it was Kay de Wolf who won the Grand Prix as they both emerged at the top their Championships from the first round.

These thrilling moments set the stage for an even more exciting event in 2025.

Get Your Tickets Now!

Don't miss out on this premier motocross event. Secure your tickets today at Paseshow or Ticketek and be part of the action as the world's best riders kick off the 2025 season in Argentina!

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 12 November 2024 – Infront Moto Racing, in collaboration with NACON is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of MXGP 24 The Official Game. This highly anticipated addition to the MXGP series will be released on November 28, 2024, on PC, Playstation®5, and Xbox Series platforms, offering an unparalleled experience for motocross fans worldwide.

Watch the MXGP 24 The Official Game Trailer:

With the launch just around the corner, Preorders are Now LIVE across all platforms. Motocross fans who pre-order can look forward to exclusive stickers for bike and gear customization, adding a unique flair to their racing experience.

A Realistic Motocross Experience for All Players

MXGP 24 The Official Game offers a realistic driving experience designed to welcome newcomers while delivering depth for seasoned players. The game’s level design immerses players in the sport’s excitement, featuring officially licensed content and 20 championship circuits worldwide. Players can represent their favourite MX2 and MXGP riders and explore a variety of game modes, including solo and online racing. Additionally, a career mode enables players to progress through the ranks aiming to become World Champion.

The collaboration with NACON, along with Kylotonn and Artefacts Studio, made the emergence of this excting new MXGP video game posssible! 

Order MXGP 24 The Official Game:

• PlayStation: MXGP 24 - Fox Holeshot Edition Link
• Xbox: MXGP 24 - Fox Holeshot Edition Link
• Steam: Link
   

MXGP 24 The Official Game will be released on November 28, 2024, for PC, Playstation®5, and Xbox Series.

About NACON
A company within the BIGBEN group, NACON was created in 2019 to optimize its expertise and leverage synergies in the video game market. Comprising 16 development studios, AA game publishing, and the design and distribution of premium gaming peripherals, NACON brings 40 years of experience to benefit the world’s gaming community. This unified center of excellence strengthens NACON’s position in the market and creates unique opportunities for innovation and competitive advantages. www.corporate.nacongaming.com

About Kylotonn
Founded in 2006, Kylotonn, also known under the KT Racing label, is a leading French video game development studio specializing in motorsports. As the official developer of the WRC FIA World Rally Championship series and Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, Kylotonn is internationally recognized for its expertise and team passion. With over 170 employees across Paris and Lyon, Kylotonn has created more than 30 titles and developed its own real-time 3D engine, KT Engine, which is also used in R&D partnerships within the automotive industry. Since 2018, NACON holds a 100% stake in Kylotonn. The company is a member of the French National Developers Federation (Syndicat National du Jeu Vidéo) and Capital Games and is supported by BPI, IFCIC, and the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation. www.kylotonn.com

About Artefacts Studio
Founded in 2003, Artefacts Studio has become a major independent player in the French video games industry. Based in Lyon, the studio specializes in tactical RPGs, notable for The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet of Chaos. Artefacts continues to strengthen its presence in the RPG market with innovative titles and a team of around one hundred experienced contributors.

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Ship To Cycle – the global cycle shipping company - is proud to announce a sponsorship partnership with the Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP for the 2025 season. This collaboration represents a significant opportunity to increase the visibility of the Ship To Cycle brand thanks to the global presence and recognition of the Kawasaki factory MXGP and MX2 teams within the MXGP paddock.

A Formidable Presence in Motocross

Driven forward by former Formula1 World Champion, Kimi Raikkonen, the Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP has been a formidable presence in the FIM MXGP Motocross World Championship in the recent past, thanks to its many visits to the podium and a roster of riders including French legend Romain Febvre and new team mate Pauls Jonass in MXGP and, for 2025, the recent signing of Mathis Valin for the new MX2 project . Managed by Antti Pyrhönen and overseen by team principal Räikkönen, the team consistently fields an internationally respected squad known for its dedication to quality and focus on success.

Synergy Between Motocross and Cycling

The partnership with Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP stems from a natural synergy between the worlds of motocross and cycling. It is well known that many motocross riders from hobbyists to professional riders, use bicycles as a key part of their training regime to improve physical endurance, concentration, and effort management. This shared interest between motocross and cycling makes the collaboration between Ship To Cycle and Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP particularly meaningful.

Maximizing Visibility for Ship To Cycle

“We are thrilled about this partnership with Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP,” said Silvia Fassi, project manager of Ship To Cycle. “Kawasaki stands for performance, passion, and innovation—values that we deeply share. This partnership will allow us to reach a broader audience and strengthen our brand in the global bicycle shipping market. We are confident that this collaboration will provide us with an unprecedented level of visibility, as those who love motocross often love bicycles as well”.

Antti Pyrhönen:

”It is very significant step for Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP to reach a partnership agreement with a brand like Ship To Cycle, They are a company driven by innovation and populated by people passionate about two-wheels and especially Motocross. We are very proud to have forged this collaboration”.

Kimi Räikkönen:

”I am pleased to reach partnership with Ship To Cycle. Motocross is not the easiest sport to get visibility or support reaches a global audience including countless current and potential Ship to Cycle customers. To reach agreement with a company who believes in Motocross - and specifically our project - is extremely valuable”

A Future of Shared Success

This strategic partnership will not only enable Ship To Cycle to benefit from the extensive media exposure associated with the Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP but will also provide the team’s fans and cycling enthusiasts with a reliable solution for transporting their bicycles, embracing their passion for two wheels in all its many forms.

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Kevin Brumann is joining the MX-Handel team, which will now also appear under the new name MX-Handel Husqvarna Racing and will now be part of the official MXGP paddock.

The MX-Handel Husqvarna Racing team is pleased to sign the Swiss motocross rider Kevin Brumann for the coming season. Brumann will compete in the full MXGP season, including the overseas races, and brings experience and ambition to the team. "We are thrilled to have Kevin on the team and will work hard to support him as best as possible," says team owner Matthias Kiok. The team can also announce another new addition, Daniel Zollinger, who will take over the position of team manager for the MXGP races.

Brumann himself is looking forward to the new challenge:

"I am looking forward to becoming part of the team and will give everything to celebrate success."

With this reinforcement, the MX-Handel Husqvarna Racing team has high expectations for the season and is looking forward to exciting races.

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The Fantic Motor stand at EICMA in Milan, the International Two-Wheel Exhibition, provided the ideal stage to introduce the Fantic Racing teams for the upcoming season, as the Italian brand gears up for the exciting adventures ahead.

A three-rider MXGP powerhouse featuring “Bona” alongside Coldenhoff and Bogers

Bellei to join Fantic Factory Racing EMX, while Mancini steps up to EMX250

With the signing of Andrea Bonacorsi already confirmed, Fantic reinforces its commitment to the FIM Motocross World Championship by fielding three Factory XXF 450 in 2025. The 21-year-old Italian, who claimed the EMX125 title on the Fantic XX 125 in 2020, joins Brian Bogers and Glenn Coldenhoff in the Fantic Factory Racing MXGP team, led by Louis Vosters. 

Alongside its top-tier MXGP line-up, Fantic is renewing its commitment to nurturing young talent, as Francesco Bellei joins the Fantic Factory Racing EMX team. Italian champion and fourth overall in the 2024 EMX125 European Championship, the 15-year-old Italian is ready to jump on the Fantic XX 125, the bike that dominated the field in 2024. Alongside new recruit Bellei, the team retains Belgian rider Douwe Van Mechgelen.

Fantic is equally pleased to announce that Simone Mancini will continue his journey with the Italian brand and its official EMX team led by Daniele Marchese. The Junior Vice World Champion and EMX125 bronze medalist will advance to the EMX250 European Championship in 2025. Following his impressive debut on the Fantic XXF 250, capped with a podium finish at the final round of the Italian Pro Prestige MX2 Championship, the 17-year-old is ready for the next stage in his promising career.

Simone Mancini:
“I am very happy to continue with Fantic and spend another year working with a team I already know well. I have really enjoyed my time with them, I have a great relationship with everyone, and I am excited to start this second season with what I can truly call my Fantic family. I recently got on the XXF 250, and my first impressions are very positive—I can’t wait to start winter training. We still have a lot to improve, and we will be working hard to see what we can achieve in my debut season in the EMX250 European Championship.”

Francesco Bellei:
“I am very happy and proud to join the official Fantic team for the 2025 season. My focus will be on improving even further in the European EMX125 Championship, especially my performance on sand tracks. I can’t wait to start training on the new bike! I would like to thank everyone who has supported me so far—the FMI, Fiamme Oro, my family, and especially my dad. And, of course, thank you to Fantic for this fantastic opportunity!”

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 4 November 2024 – Infront Moto Racing was pleased to attend Sportel 2024, held at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, where key discussions took place regarding the future broadcasting and TV rights of the MXGP Championships. The event proved once again to be a crucial gathering for the sports media industry, bringing together partners and broadcasters to discuss the growing global presence of MXGP.

Throughout the two-day event, the Infront Group booth served as an essential hub for connecting and exchanging ideas, allowing Infront Moto Racing and other divisions within the Infront Group to engage closely with global media representatives, technical partners, and broadcasters. This central space provided an ideal environment for strengthening relationships and discussing new opportunities for MXGP's international reach.

Infront Moto Racing held productive discussions with potential new markets for the upcoming seasons and positive meetings with longstanding partners, including Eurosport/Warner Bros Discovery and their global streaming platform MAX (featuring HBO, Discovery, and Warner Bros content), Stan (Australia), RAI (Italy), TVG and TV3 (Spain), NOS (The Netherlands), MTV (Finland), Bandeirantes (Brazil) and IEG (Indonesia). The positive exchanges and feedback reinforced the strength of these partnerships, further establishing the MXGP Series as a prominent global presence in sports broadcasting.

Meetings were also held with key technical partners who were all present in Monaco, ensuring the continued reliability and quality of MXGP broadcasting. They included Stream AMG (OTT technology providers), TMG (antipiracy provider), Cleeng (MXGP-TV payment service provider) extended its agreement for two years, while Eurovision (SNG provider, booking coordination), also provided positive feedback on the constant growth thanks to collaboration on the business model in place.

With the TV Department Director Charlotte Menard in attendance, the productive exchanges at Sportel underscore Infront Moto Racing's commitment to expanding and improving MXGP’s global broadcasting reach, securing new partnerships, and solidifying relationships with existing partners.

The convention marked another year to look forward to an exciting future for MXGP and to reaching more fans around the world.

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Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to confirm that Calvin Vlaanderen and Jago Geerts will remain with the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team until at least the end of 2025. Both riders, alongside Maxime Renaux, will campaign the factory Yamaha YZ450FM in the premier class of the FIM Motocross World Championship.

Maxime Renaux, the only rider to start the 2024 season with a contract extending into 2025, is gearing up for his fourth season with the YZ450FM. Despite facing a challenging foot injury over the past two seasons, the 24-year-old Frenchman has remained resilient and focused. With an impressive track record of eight Grand Prix victories and 30 podium finishes, Renaux is determined to fight for the premier class title in 2025.

After joining the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team at the end of 2023, Calvin Vlaanderen has made remarkable strides in both speed and confidence. Despite a minor pre-season injury, the determined #10 showed impressive resilience, climbing to fourth place in the MXGP World Championship standings before a knee injury cut his season short. Having secured 14 podium finishes and two Grand Prix wins throughout his career, Vlaanderen is eager to build on his success in 2025.

Jago Geerts started his professional career with Hans Corvers’s team in 2018 and is excited to remain with the same familiar squad for an eighth consecutive season. Although Geerts missed most of the 2024 season due to a complicated elbow injury sustained at the season opener in March, he remains a promising force. With an impressive record of 55 podium finishes, 24 Grand Prix wins, and five MX2 championship medals, all with Yamaha, Geerts brings a wealth of talent and potential as he continues to transition to the YZ450FM and the MXGP class.

With Renaux, Vlaanderen and Geerts making up the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team for 2025, Yamaha wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Andrea Bonacorsi for his contribution to Yamaha’s success over the past four seasons. During this time, the young Italian celebrated multiple EMX race wins and podiums aboard a GYTR-kitted YZ250F, with the highlight his remarkable 2023 EMX250 campaign, where he secured the title with a flawless record of podium finishes.

Calvin Vlaanderen  

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP rider

“I’m really happy and excited to be staying with Yamaha for another season. It will be my fifth consecutive year in blue. It helps a lot to know the bike and team well. We have good experience from 2024 and can really build off of that going into a new season—not only with the bike, but also with myself and the team crew. From here, the plan is to go into the off-season with confidence and come out swinging in 2025, fighting for podiums and wins from Round One.”

Jago Geerts 

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP rider 

“I’m happy to stay with Yamaha for another year. I have been with Yamaha and the Kemea team for my entire career, so it’s nice to continue on this path as I prepare for my first full season in the MXGP class. Obviously, this year, I couldn’t show my speed on the YZ450FM yet, so the goal is to have a full and healthy season next year and to be back on the podium as soon as I can.”

Alexandre Kowalski 

Yamaha Motor Europe Off-Road Racing Manager

"We are very happy to continue with both Calvin and Jago. We have a rich history with Jago, who has been with Yamaha throughout his entire professional career. Together, we have achieved significant success, including four silver medals in MX2 and 24 Grand Prix wins, creating many happy memories. We were eager to see him shine in the premier class on the YZ450FM. Unfortunately, an injury at the first round in Argentina delayed his progress. We believe Jago deserves a fair opportunity in the MXGP category and are confident he will perform well, as the bike complements his smooth and technical riding style. Therefore, it was important for us to keep him for the 2025 season. We are also pleased to continue another season with Calvin. He has been with Yamaha since 2020 and has earned his place on the factory team through his results as a satellite rider. Calvin stepped up to the factory team this season and has met all our expectations, demonstrating hard work, dedication, speed, and skill. With Calvin, Jago, and Maxime, we have an incredible team and look forward to a strong and successful season in 2025."

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Fantic is delighted to have reached an agreement with Andrea Bonacorsi, former European Champion on the Fantic XX 125. In 2025, the 21-year-old Italian will line up in the premier class aboard the Fantic XXF 450, joining Glenn Coldenhoff and Brian Bogers in the Fantic Factory Racing MXGP team.

It marks both a fresh start and an exciting return to familiar ground. In 2020, Fantic and Bonacorsi made history together by securing the EMX125 title. Now, it is time to open a new chapter. For the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, the Italian brand is strengthening its commitment by adding a third official rider to the Fantic Factory Racing MXGP team led by Louis Vosters. The reinforced line-up will feature Glenn Coldenhoff, Brian Bogers and Andrea Bonacorsi.

In his debut MXGP season, Bonacorsi wasted no time in showcasing his skill, breaking into the top 10 of the final championship standings despite only entering the category at round 5 of 20. Already a champion in both EMX125 and EMX250, the 21-year-old from Bergamo is one of the most promising young talents in the paddock. He is keen to leave his mark aboard the Fantic XXF 450, ready to build on past successes and reach new goals.

Andrea Bonacorsi:

“It is great to be back with Fantic after 4 years. I already know most of the people here, I know how they work, how passionate they are, and how eager they are to succeed. Everything is in place to achieve great results next season, especially with Louis’ team, which is definitely one of the best in the paddock. I can’t wait to start working with them and to be back behind the gate with Fantic, a bike I won my first European title with. That already says a lot—I am really excited!”

Louis Vosters, Fantic Factory Racing MXGP Team Owner:

“I am really happy to have a young, promising rider like Andrea Bonacorsi joining our Fantic Factory Racing MXGP team. He has already shown his great potential in the past, and as an MXGP rookie this year, he also achieved strong results. I am very much looking forward to working with him to bring out his best, and hopefully building a lasting partnership for many years to come.”

Mariano Roman, Fantic Motor Vice President:

“At the start of Fantic’s New Racing Era stands the EMX125 title we claimed together with Andrea in 2020. After that milestone, we took slightly different paths—or lines, to stay in off-road terms—for a while. Over these years, both of us have continued to grow: Andrea clinched another EMX title and made his debut in the MX2 World Championship before quickly moving up to MXGP. Meanwhile, we also stepped up our commitment, entering the premier class of motocross with a top-level setup like Louis Vosters’ team. When the opportunity arose to work with Andrea again, it was an obvious decision. It feels as though things have come full circle, yet it is also the start of a new chapter. We certainly have a strong MXGP line-up with Glenn Coldenhoff, Brian Bogers and Andrea Bonacorsi, and we are so excited to keep writing our story together.”

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