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Emil Weckman, defending champion, took the moto one victory at the all-new track of Frauenfeld in Switzerland today. The young Finn was initially beaten to the holeshot by Rasmus Moen, before making the overtake on the second corner. Weckman was then able to lead the race from start to finish aboard his CRF150R.The fight for second, third and fourth raged throughout the moto between Henry Vesilind, Yago Martinez and Hakon Fredriksen. The three young riders battled through the muddy conditions with Martinez and Fredriksen looking strong during the second half of the race.Despite closing the gap to second placed Vesilind, neither Martinez nor Fredriksen could close the gap enough to gain position. At the chequered flag Vesilind had done enough for second, while Martinez and Fredriksen finished third and fourth respectively.A good battle was also seen between Leopold Ambjornson, Lenaic Pilorget and Rasmus Moen (who unfortunately lost a few places

The sixth and last round of the European ITP Quad Championship is being held this weekend at Kivioli, in Estonia. The track was very well prepared, like the years before. Only the weather was very different: not hot and dry as usual but wet and rainy. It has been raining since last night, in today in the afternoon the rain stopped from time to time. 25 ITP Quads were present at the qualifying and practice and 23 in the qualifying. On the top position in the tomorrow's starting grids we will see (Mike van Grinsven (NED), followed by Kevin Saar (EST), 0,137s behind and Edgars Mengelis, (LAT), + 0,544s.The championship leader Adrian Mangieu (FRA) gained only the fourth position, with a delay of 1,297s, in front of Daniil Vlasov (RUS) + 1,543s.               The most astonishing performance was that of the young Estonian Kevin Saar, who, with his second position, is

The first day of the UK round of the Road Race Vintage Championship was held at a sun kissed Donington Park yesterday. Qualifying took place before lunch followed by a ten race programme during the afternoon.  Outstanding rides came from Hasse Gustafson (900 Ducati) in Class 7a and Jeff Smith (200cc Bridgestone) in class 2, who won their races in great style.  In the photo, Bernd Pollman, who leads the 350 Championship and was seen here at speed on the 350 Aermacchi.Today sees the second set of the European Championship races before the final day of the meeting on Sunday.    

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) – Following the release of the provisional calendar for the 2017 FIM Motocross World Championship, which did not include the European Championship EMX300 as a support class, it was bought to Youthstream’s attention that a large number of manufacturers, teams, riders, partners and fans would like to see the EMX300 championship continue. Due to its increase in popularity over the last few years, Youthstream have agreed to add the European Championship EMX300 class to the 2017 MXGP calendar. FIM Europe President, Dr Wolfgang Srb said: "I am very happy about this solution. The EMX300 class has developed very well and it is good for all of the parties involved that this European class remains within the FIM Motocross World Championship".

The city of Budel, in the Netherlands, is hosting the European Motoball Championship. Yesterday, the Day 5 of the series was held and five matches were played. Ukraine-Belarus 3-7 Ukraine managed to do a good game, but did not get any positive results. Belarus took their points and won the game by 3-7. Ukraine still has no points in this championship and stands in the last place, behind Lithuania by goal difference. France-Lithuania 3-1 Both teams started the game slowly and carefully, because both had two matches to face in the same day. France scored in the second quarter, but Lithuania quickly managed to score their first goal in this championship and at half-time the result was 1-1. But in the second half of the game France scored two goals and Lithuania was not able to reply.

In the weekend from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th August, the following European races will be held: 5-7 August - Vintage Road Racing European Championship at Donington Park Circuit,/United Kingdom 6 August - Individual Speedway Euro Championship at Daugavpils/Latvia6-7 August - EMX 125, 150 and 250 at Frauenfeld/Switzerland6-7 August - EMX ITP European Quad at Kiviõli/Estonia6-7 August - European 85cc Youth Speedway Cup at Vissenbjerg/Denmark6-7 August - Trial EC, Over 40 & Junior Cup at Sokolov/Czech Republic

In the photo above, Jack Peace. Below, Miquel Gelabert. Photos @Phototrial. The Spanish rider Miquel Gelabert (Sherco), who recently took part also to the British GP of the world championship, will do his best to defend his smooth advantage as leader of the 2016 FIM Europe Trial Championship. Rounds #4 and #5 are scheduled for the upcoming weekend in Sokolov, Czech Republic. To contest him, first of all Dan Peace (Gas Gas) coming from constantly upgrading results in the lately world rounds, so in great form. Between the two there are just 5 points and Peace can count on two victories against the only one in the Spaniard's bag. Not too distant another English rider, Iwan Roberts (Beta) who still has all the chances to play nasty tricks on the two favorites. The two days of competitions will be held in a new venue. After many years in which Tanvald

The last day of European Motoball Championship in Budel, The Netherlands, began with youth team matches: the Netherlands lost  against the youth team of France with the result of 2-6. The youth team Germany drew with France with the result of 2-2. The day before the young Germans defeated the youth team Netherlands by 1-6. The young Germans became the first unnoficial champions of 2016  European Motoball Championship. All young teams showed good game skills, sign that they are capable of becoming senior team players soon.3rd place match: France-Belarus 0-5 The battle for the 3rd place began with great energy by Belarus players. They looked much more motivated and gave their all to overpower France in almost all aspects of the game. So it was a well deserved victory. Belarus proudly won their medals. Final: Russia-Germany 6-2 Russia was hungry for the title of Champions: they began their game carefully,

The last day of European Motoball Championship in Budel, The Netherlands, began with youth team matches: the Netherlands lost  against the youth team of France with the result of 2-6. The youth team Germany drew with France with the result of 2-2. The day before the young Germans defeated the youth team Netherlands by 1-6. The young Germans became the first unnoficial champions of 2016  European Motoball Championship. All young teams showed good game skills, sign that they are capable of becoming senior team players soon. 3rd place match: France-Belarus 0-5 The battle for the 3rd place began with great energy by Belarus players. They looked much more motivated and gave their all to overpower France in almost all aspects of the game. So it was a well deserved victory. Belarus proudly won their medals. Final: Russia-Germany 6-2 Russia was hungry for the title of Champions: they began their game

From the left Mr Stijn Rentmeesters, Dr Wolfgang Srb, Mr Oliver Rougraff, Mr Giuseppe Luongo and Mr Jos Driessen During the Fiat Professional MXGP of Belgium which took place at one of Belgium’s most famous tracks, Lommel, last weekend, the President of the FMB-BMB, Mr Oliver Rougraff, and the General Secretary of the FMB-BMB, Mr Stijn Rentmeesters, had a meeting on behalf of the Belgian Motorcycle Federation, FMB-BMB, with Youthstream President, Mr Giuseppe Luongo, FIM Europe President, Dr Wolfgang Srb, and FIM Board Member, Mr. Jos Driessen concerning the development and future of Motocross, especially focusing on youth activities that will assist and nurture young talent. They also discussed the calendars of the FIM Motocross World Championship and their national championship, and how they will be coordinated in 2017.As a result of the meeting, all parties are feeling positive and excited about the productivity of their cooperation.