MXGP
The premier league of motocross racing
The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme, also known as the FIM, is the global authority behind motorcycle racing in over 100 countries. The FIM MXGP championship represents the premier league of motocross racing which refers to a natural, outdoor track with manmade obstacles and jumps. The layout of each track is unique in not only its terrain, elevation change and features, but also the type and conditions of dirt being raced on.
Although the first races date back to 1957, it wasn’t until 2002 that MXGP set up the class system that is used today. This class system includes MXGP as the premier class allowing 2-stroke engines up to 250cc and 4-stroke engines of up to 450cc. The MX2 class is slightly toned down, allowing 2-stoke engines of up to 125cc and 4-strokes up to 250cc.
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The FIM MXGP championship travels around the world, holding race weekends at venues all across Europe, Asia, South America and more. A season typically consists of 20 rounds with an event weekend containing practice, qualifying and Sunday race day in which teams compete in two races referred to as “motos.” The sum of points received from each moto determines the rider’s overall standing of the weekend which adds to their cumulative points in the championship standings.
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Each year, one rider is more consistent than the rest, earning them the top spot in the championship at the end of the season. In order to achieve the World Champion Title, a rider not only needs to be on a top-tuned machine, but they must have the physical and mental strength to work their way through the ruthless pack of competitors on the rutted out tracks.
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MXGP is a well established series with a global reach of viewers stemming from Africa Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, North America and South America. Hosting events in all regions of the world, the motocross series not only appeals to the life-long fans, but also those who ride themselves as they embrace the familiarity and culture of the industry. The championship has recorded roughly 1.4 billion (non-unique) viewers that follow the series annually, with the most popular events located across Europe.
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Motocross is arguably one of the most physically demanding sports as it requires a balance of numerous, sometimes contrasting qualities - strength, endurance, flexibility, quick reaction time, mental stamina and spacial awareness all contribute to success on the rugged track.
To learn more about this unique sport, check out the “ABC of Motocross” video provided and visit the MXGP homepage provided below.