https://gatedrop.com Get the jump on Motocross news Mon, 18 May 2026 07:24:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 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-jacob-saylor-reflects-on-racing-the-world-championship-the-level-at-the-top-was-unbelievable/ Mon, 18 May 2026 07:24:51 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=202441 Few American riders have packed their bags and headed to Europe full-time to chase the dream of racing MXGP, but Jacob Saylor was one of the rare few willing to take on the challenge. After coming through one of the toughest eras in American amateur motocross and racing against names like Mike Alessi, Saylor carved...]]> https://gatedrop.com/rumour-jk-yamaha-to-draft-in-benoit-paturel/ Mon, 11 May 2026 16:00:11 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=202445 French rider Benoit Paturel could be set for a return to the MXGP paddock, we understand that JK Yamaha are preparing to draft him in as a temporary replacement rider while Isak Gifting continues his recovery from injury. Last year, Paturel took on a fresh challenge by heading Stateside to contest the AMA Pro Motocross...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-kevin-horgmo-i-really-like-that-mxgp-has-become-the-real-centre-of-attention/ Mon, 11 May 2026 08:12:05 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=202182 After an impressive MXGP rookie season back in 2024, expectations were high for Kevin Horgmo coming into the new MXGP campaign with the Honda SR Motoblouz squad. However, the talented Norwegian has endured a frustrating start to the year, battling illness, physical setbacks and the lingering effects of last season’s shoulder injury while trying to...]]> https://gatedrop.com/confirmed-foxhill-mxgp-plans-progressing-strongly-ahead-of-2026-return/ Fri, 08 May 2026 16:41:43 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=202211 Preparations for the return of MXGP to Foxhill are continuing at pace, with organisers confirming strong progress across all key areas of the event. A recent Safety Advisory Group (SAG) meeting delivered a positive and constructive outcome, with all relevant stakeholders aligned and working collaboratively to ensure the successful delivery of a world-class event at...]]> https://gatedrop.com/inside-mxgp-industry-perspectives-hans-corvers-without-team-owners-there-is-no-world-championship/ Wed, 06 May 2026 10:33:45 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201534 How can MXGP become more commercially attractive? It’s a simple question on the surface, but one that actually touches on one of the deepest challenges facing the championship today. Article by Kevin Frelaud.  Asked about the topic during the Grand Prix of Trentino, Hans Corvers — owner of the official Yamaha MXGP team — shares...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-oriol-oliver-a-small-detail-can-make-a-big-difference-in-mxgp/ Fri, 01 May 2026 07:58:35 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201753 Stepping up to the MXGP class is never easy, but for Spain’s Oriol Oliver, the transition to MXGP has went well—so far. Five rounds into his rookie campaign, the young talent has already shown flashes of top ten speed, proving he has the pace to run with the world’s best on the demanding 450cc machinery....]]> https://gatedrop.com/inside-mxgp-industry-perspectives-josse-sallefranque-mxgp-has-to-remain-accessible/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:46:26 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201725 How can MXGP become more commercially attractive? A question that may seem simple at first glance, but one that actually touches on some of the deepest challenges facing the championship. In a context where key stakeholders are looking to take the next step both economically and in terms of media exposure, the question of attractiveness...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-ollie-kingston-a-young-mechanic-finding-his-place-in-the-mxgp-paddock/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:28:21 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201514 For many, the dream of Motocross revolves around lining up behind the gate, chasing victories and glory on track. But for Ollie Kingston, the journey has taken a different — yet equally demanding — path. After growing up racing and riding for fun, an injury forced Kingston to rethink his future in the sport. What...]]> https://gatedrop.com/confirmed-emx-open-european-championship-2026-registration-open/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:02:35 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201510 All is set for the new 2026 EMX Open European Championship! FIM Europe reminds all riders and National Federations that registrations for the season 2026 are open, with entries accepted up to the very day of each zone pre-round. The countdown has officially started: each event represents the final opportunity to secure your place on...]]> https://gatedrop.com/interview-antonio-cairoli-the-will-is-there-to-race-ama-pro-mx-rounds/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:28:45 +0000 https://gatedrop.com/?p=201435 Few names in motocross command as much respect as Antonio Cairoli. A nine-time world champion and one of the sport’s all-time greats, the Italian icon may have stepped back from full-time racing, but his influence on the paddock remains as strong as ever. Now playing a key role in Ducati’s ambitious motocross project, Cairoli finds...]]>