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Yamaha Motor Europe wishes to formally announce that its partnership with Maxime Renaux has reached its conclusion. A valued member of the Yamaha family for over 10 years, Renaux’s departure marks the end of a highly successful era that saw the Frenchman rise from the junior ranks to the pinnacle of the MXGP class.

Renaux’s journey in blue began on a YZ85, serving as a perfect example of Yamaha’s racing pyramid in action. His world-class potential was first realized in 2015 when he powered his YZ125 to the FIM Junior Motocross 125cc World Title in El Molar, Spain. In that same breakout season, he further cemented his status as a rising star by claiming three EMX125 round victories.

The definitive highlight of the Yamaha-Renaux era came in 2021. In a stunning debut season as a factory rider for the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 team, Renaux achieved his next dream when he was crowned MX2 World Champion.

Throughout his tenure, Renaux has secured an incredible 19 Grand Prix race wins and 33 podium finishes aboard Yamaha machinery. 

Yamaha is immensely grateful to Maxime for his loyalty and for the many milestones achieved together, and on behalf of the entire Yamaha Family, we wish Max the very best of luck in his next chapter.

Alexandre Kowalski

Yamaha Motor Europe Off-Road Racing Manager

"Maxime has been a part of the Yamaha Family for over a decade, and it has been a true pleasure to watch his progression from a talented youngster where he secured his first world title in the 125cc ranks, to a World Champion in the MX2 class, and a consistent MXGP title contender. He embodies the spirit of Yamaha’s racing pyramid, proving that dedication and the right support can lead to the very top of the sport. While we have decided to go our separate ways after 2026, we look back at our shared history with great pride. On behalf of Yamaha Motor Europe, we wish him nothing but the best for his future."

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Honda HRC PETRONAS would like to wish Ruben Fernandez all the best in the future, as the Spaniard leaves the team after four successful seasons.

Joining in 2023, after impressing in Honda 114 Motorsports squad, Fernandez made an immediate impact, winning his first GP at the MXGP of Argentina down in Villa La Angostura. He then followed that up with podiums in Spain, Germany and Italy as he finished fifth that year.  An injury-hit campaign meant he was only able to complete four GP in 2024 but he rebounded in 2025 with fourth place in the standings and three more visits to the podium.

The #70 continued to battle at the front of this highly contested MXGP field in 2026, adding another podium and plenty of near-misses, before a crash in Turkiye meant he had to end his season early. It was a shame that he wasn’t able to complete the season as he was on-target for another top five in the championship.

Everyone in the team will miss his presence both on and off the track, and wish him the best of luck for 2027 and beyond.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 22 October 2026 – Infront Moto Racing is pleased to announce that GP1 has renewed its agreement to broadcast the FIM Motocross World Championship for a further five years, keeping MXGP on its channels until the end of the 2031 season.

GP1 has been broadcasting MXGP since 2015, first under its former name Kreator TV, and this new agreement takes one of the championship’s most loyal media partnerships to 17 seasons. Motocross fans across Central and Eastern Europe will continue to follow the action from every round of the World Championship, starting with the 20 Grands Prix of the 2027 season.

David Luongo, Infront Moto Racing President & CEO: “GP1 has been with MXGP for more than a decade and has played a huge part in growing motocross across Central and Eastern Europe. Their passion for motorsport and the quality of their production make them a natural home for our championship, and we are delighted to continue this journey together until 2031,”

Davorin Stetner, GP1 CEO: “We are thrilled with the growth of motocross and proud of a partnership that has spanned over a decade. We are excited to sign this new agreement and to ensure that our viewers will continue to enjoy the world’s best motocross on GP1 for the next five years,”

Founded in 2011 as Kreator F1, after acquiring the Formula 1 media rights for Croatia, the channel became Kreator TV in 2013 before rebranding as GP1 in 2022. Today GP1 is an award-winning sports media platform specialised in motorsport, with TV channels in Croatia, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, motorsport and F1 news portals, and its own fleet of live TV production units. Headquartered in Jastrebarsko, Croatia, GP1 also produces live coverage of major international events from some of Europe’s leading racetracks.

Infront Moto Racing would like to thank GP1 for its continued trust and commitment and looks forward to five more seasons of MXGP together.

The 2027 FIM Motocross World Championship gets underway on 28 February 2027 at the MXGP of Andalucia in Almonte. Find the Calendar Here

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 15 October 2026 - Infront Moto Racing, together with the FIM, is pleased to announce an update to the 2027 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar. Two updates shape next season: one of the championship's best-loved tracks stays on the schedule, and a new name joins the calendar in western Spain.

Águeda confirmed for the MXGP of Portugal

On 22-23 May, the MXGP of Portugal will be held at Águeda, one of the most iconic circuits of the championship. Águeda hosted its first Grand Prix in 1985, when Dave Strijbos won the 125cc class, and 2027 will mark its 28th World Championship event.

Located in the Aveiro District, around 75 km south of Porto, the circuit is famous for its orange hard-pack dirt, natural amphitheatre and passionate Portuguese crowds. Jeffrey Herlings holds the record for most wins at Águeda with six, while Antonio Cairoli sits behind with five and Stefan Everts has four in the historic of the venue. Recent editions have been just as memorable: Pauls Jonass took his first MXGP overall victory there in 2024, and Lucas Coenen swept the 2025 round.

The MXGP of Spain becomes the MXGP of Extremadura

On 18 April, the second Spanish round of the season becomes the MXGP of Extremadura, staged at Merida. The new name puts the spotlight on the western region of Spain, known for its rich heritage, natural landscapes and growing passion for motorsport. Together with the season opener in Andalucía on 28 February, Spain will once again play a key role in the 2027 series.

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MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 13 OCTOBER 2026 – The countdown to the 2027 FIM Motocross World Championship starts today, as tickets for the VIP Gold Skybox officially go on sale. Fans can now secure the best seat in the house for the new season.

Over the years the VIP Gold Skybox has grown into one of the most popular hospitality experiences in the MXGP paddock, and 2026 was another standout year.

From the opening round to the final chequered flag, guests enjoyed premium trackside viewing, exclusive meet and greet with their heroes, generous gourmet buffets and the unique atmosphere that only a Grand Prix weekend can deliver.

For 2027 the experience goes even further. Infront Moto Racing continues to raise the standard of its VIP service year after year, with one simple goal: an even more exclusive, exceptional and unforgettable experience for every guest.

A VIP Gold Skybox weekend includes:

• Access to the Skybox Terrace to get the best view of the Starts!
• Premium viewing areas with panoramic views over the track
• A full buffet with fresh, quality food and alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day
• Comfortable, air-conditioned hospitality at the heart of the action
• Exclusive meet and greet and autograph sessions with the stars of MXGP and MX2
• VIP Parking Access (closest to the paddock/venue)

The meet and greet sessions remain one of the highlights of the package. Throughout 2026, VIP guests met many of the championship’s biggest names up close, collecting signatures, photos and memories to take home. In 2027, the best MXGP riders will once again be stopping by the Skybox across the season.

Places are limited and the most popular rounds sell out quickly, so don’t wait.

Book your VIP Gold Skybox tickets now: CLICK THIS LINK

MXGP INNER CIRCLE
Reserved for the few. Experienced like no other.

You have experienced MXGP VIP. Now discover what lies beyond it.

Open only to VIP Gold Skybox guests, the MXGP Inner Circle reveals a side of the championship few ever see, with privileged access reserved for a handful of guests each weekend.

The exclusive MXGP Inner Circle takes you past the doors that stay closed to almost everyone else at a Grand Prix, out of the hospitality area and into the places where the race is decided. This is more than VIP. It is the chance to get closer, go further and be part of moments very few will ever experience.

MXGP Inner Circle includes:

• Exclusive grid walk: step onto the starting grid before the race, an area normally reserved for the riders and their mechanics
• A privileged position for the start: watch the gate drop from a preferential spot, as close to the action as it gets
• Inside the press conference: be in the room as the fastest riders of the weekend face the media
• Exclusive tours: behind-the-scenes access to the heart of MXGP, where very few are ever invited
• The Inner Circle Plate: an exclusive souvenir signed by the best riders, given only to members of the MXGP Inner Circle

To book and be part of the MXGP Inner Circle, contact vipbackoffice@mxgp.com

VIP GOLD SKYBOX GALLERY

    
Autograph session with the MXGP Heros                   Meet and greet in the VIP Gold Skybox

    
   The VIP Gold Skybox Restaurant                               Fresh pastries and desserts all weekend 

         
Exclusive meet & greet sessions                    Gourmet buffet                        Premium trackside viewing

      
Prime Position in the Paddock                                            Open Bar all-day               

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With the season barely over, we're already finalizing a new edition of the one and only one annual MX album, the MXGP Album, which celebrates its eighteenth anniversary this year! 

From now until October 25th, to be sure to get it, you can pre-order this book on the dedicated website: http://www.motocrossgpalbum.com

Choosing a cover photo wasn't very difficult!  

• The standard edition features Guillem Farres and Camden McLellan. What a season the Triumph riders had in MX2! 
• In MXGP, who better than Jeffrey Herlings to grace the cover of the limited edition? Jeffrey was masterful, securing his sixth world title. 

In this 2026 edition of Motocross GP Album you will find: 

• All about the MX2 and MXGP World Championships, with never-before-seen photos of the top 10 in each category and a Miniview of each of the key players. 
• A chapter on the WMX, European 125, and 250 categories. 
• A long section on the 79th edition of the Motocross of Nations, featuring the Belgians' victory thirteen years after their last win. Alongside them are the Spanish, who had never before reached the podium, and the Dutch, who will be competing on home soil next year. 
• The final curtain falls on Dylan Ferrandis, who hangs up his helmet after a brilliant career in the World Championship and in the USA. 
• By both winning in Latvia, Sacha and Lucas Coenen have brought the total number of victories for Belgian riders to over 600 since the creation of the World Championships. A brief retrospective was in order! 
• How does one go from top-level rider to coach? Clément Desalle, Kevin Strijbos, Marc De Reuver, and Jacky Vimond tell us more about their second careers. 
• The return of ‘Travel with us’ to coincide with the return of a GP to South Africa. 
• 30 years ago, World motocross entered a new era. 

And finally, we take you into the paddock to discover the unsung heroes without whom nothing would be possible! 

Hardcover, 192 pages, over 190 photos, most of them never before seen, taken at all 19 rounds of the World Championship, including the Motocross of Nations: this is the Motocross GP Album 2026, available in early December for €46.90 (plus shipping), a price unchanged for the past three years. 

Book available for pre-order in standard or limited edition. 

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) 7 October 2026 – Every season writes a new chapter in the history of motocross.  Through courage, sacrifice and exceptional skill, champions earn the highest honour our sport can bestow. When the final chequered flag falls, the Ring of Champions places an enduring seal upon their achievement.

Born in Ernée in 2015, this tradition began with the vision of Telemaco Cane, a devoted motocross enthusiast whose distinguished background in jewellery brought together artistic sensitivity, technical expertise and a profound appreciation of sporting excellence.  His idea expressed a powerful conviction: a World Championship deserves a lasting, personal tribute, created to preserve the memory of an extraordinary accomplishment. Drawing upon his experience in jewellery design and craftsmanship, Telemaco conceived and created these unique pieces with meticulous attention to detail.  His understanding of precious materials, form and finish gave tangible expression to the courage and dedication of a champion. 

Individually crafted in precious silver and personalised with commemorative engravings, each ring carries the memory of a victory and the identity of the rider who earned it.

Initially conceived for the MXGP and MX2 World Champions, the tradition grew to embrace the winning riders of the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations and, subsequently, the WMX World Champion. Its extension to WMX in 2022 marked a significant moment, bringing the same enduring recognition to the pinnacle of women’s motocross. 

For the individual World Champions, the ring honours the culmination of a season’s relentless pursuit of excellence. 

For the Motocross of Nations winners, it celebrates the exceptional bond between riders who unite their talent and determination in the service of their country.

Its presentation is the ceremonial seal upon the sporting season: a moment in which the intensity of competition gives way to recognition, gratitude and remembrance. Within each ring lives the story of the races contested, the adversity overcome and the ambition fulfilled.

From its origins in Ernée, the Ring of Champions has become a cherished expression of MXGP’s heritage, through Telemaco Cane’s vision and craftsmanship, successive generations of champions are united by a shared symbol of distinction, destined to preserve the memory of their achievements for years to come.

A season reaches its conclusion. A champion’s legacy endures. The Ring of Champions carries that legacy forward.

* Head Photo: 2026 World Champions: (From Left)  Guillem Farres MX2 World Champion, Daniela Guillen WMX World Champion, Jeffrey Herlings MXGP World Champion

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