https://gatedrop.com Get the jump on Motocross news Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:01:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://gatedrop.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/cropped-Simple-Professional-Name-Introduction-LinkedIn-Profile-Picture-32x32.png https://gatedrop.com 32 32 https://gatedrop.com/interview-camden-mclellan-calvin-vlaanderen-and-tristan-purdon-talk-mxgp-returning-to-south-africa/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:01:34 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=195399 After an 18-year absence, MXGP is finally set to return to South Africa for the 2026 season. From the fans who once travelled thousands of kilometres to watch their heroes race in Europe, to the riders who grew up dreaming of lining up at a home Grand Prix, the anticipation will build as we get...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-calvin-vlaanderen-talks-joining-ducati-and-a-new-chapter-in-mxgp/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:16:32 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=193542 After five strong seasons with Yamaha, Calvin Vlaanderen is preparing for a brand-new challenge in 2026 as he joins one of the most talked-about projects in motocross – Ducati’s official MXGP team. Vlaanderen’s signature is a good signing for Ducati and team manager Louis Vosters, who will lead the MXGP structure following years of success...]]> https://gatedrop.com/rumour-calvin-vlaanderen-to-sign-with-ducati-for-2026/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:58:53 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=193296 There’s been plenty of speculation surrounding who will fill the final spot on the Factory Ducati MXGP team for the 2026 season – and the latest rumour suggests that Calvin Vlaanderen could be the man heading to the Italian manufacturer. Credit to Italian based site, 5secondi.net with the first call on the rumour. Ducati have...]]> https://gatedrop.com/official-calvin-vlaanderen-and-yamaha-part-ways/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:15:25 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=193294 Yamaha Motor Europe extends its sincere thanks to Calvin Vlaanderen as the South African concludes his five-year tenure with Yamaha following the natural completion of his contract. Vlaanderen joined the Yamaha family in 2020, immediately taking the fight to the MXGP class aboard the YZ450F. A rider renowned for his technical prowess and determination, he...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-calvin-vlaanderen-on-another-mxgp-podium-in-lommel/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:57:01 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=188495 Calvin Vlaanderen once again showed his class in the deep sand of Lommel, securing another hard-earned podium in MXGP. The South African-born rider impressed with his pace and consistency across a brutal weekend of racing, proving he’s still very much a force in the premier class. We spoke to Vlaanderen about the demanding conditions, the...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-hans-corvers-talks-renaux-geerts-vlaanderen-and-more/ Wed, 14 May 2025 07:28:15 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=183527 After a challenging start to the season, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team showed real signs of progress at the latest round. A standout qualifying race win for Jago Geerts was a clear highlight, with the Belgian riding like his old self — smooth, controlled, and reminiscent of his MX2 days. We caught up...]]> https://gatedrop.com/maxime-renaux-jago-geerts-and-calvin-vlaanderen-reflect-on-a-tough-gp-in-cozar/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:36:55 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=179574 The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP team has endured a seriously muddy second round of the 2025 MXGP World Championship, with Maxime Renaux faring best for the squad, securing 10th overall. Calvin Vlaanderen impressed in Race One with his third-place finish. However, a crash in Race Two resulted in no points and an eventual 12th...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-calvin-vlaanderen-talks-ahead-of-2025-mxgp-opener/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:27:28 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=178103 This weekend, it’s finally happening: the start of the MXGP World Championship in Argentina. The Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team is fielding the same three riders as last year: Maxime Renaux (24), Jago Geerts (24) and Calvin Vlaanderen (28). The trio has overcome the injuries of 2024 and is hungry for success. Just like...]]> https://gatedrop.com/confirmed-calvin-vlaanderen-to-contest-2025-dutch-masters-of-motocross/ Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:55:48 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=174683 The time has come again to enjoy motocross at the highest level during the Dutch Masters of Motocross. A mix of talent, experience, and world-class riders promises to make these events unforgettable. Romain Febvre recently confirmed his participation in the competition, and we are now proud to announce that Calvin Vlaanderen will compete in the...]]> https://gatedrop.com/confirmed-calvin-vlaanderen-in-for-2025-hawkstone-international/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:11:37 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=173330 After Factory Yamaha rider, Maxime Renaux was confirmed for the 2025 Hawkstone International event, the organisers have been quick to sign up one of his team mates as well as Calvin Vlaanderen is the latest big name to be confirmed for the event.  Hawkstone International confirmed the news on social media:  “Great to welcome back...]]>