Press release
110KB
february 12, 2018 - Husqvarna
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna riders earn top three results at Hawkstone International MX 2018
Enjoying a solid day of #racing at the 2018 edition of the Hawkstone International MX, the #rockstarenergyhusqvarnafactoryracing squad saw #gautierpaulin secure a strong third overall in MX1 class, with MX2 class rider #thomaskjerolsen finishing second in the highly-competitive 250cc class.
For #rockstarenergyhusqvarnafactoryracing riders, this weekend’s event in England formed part of their preparations ahead of the 2018 FIM #motocross World Championship that kicks off in the beginning of March in Argentina.
In what was just his second competitive outing for 2018, #gautierpaulin was a strong contender for the top spots in each of the three motos contested at the sandy British track. Enjoying good starts throughout the day, the Frenchman earned fourth in MX1 #moto one, improving to third in both the second MX1 #moto and the Superfinal. Earning third overall in MX1, Gautier will continue working hard ahead of the long and challenging MXGP season.
Rockstar Energy #husqvarna Factory Racing’s Max Anstie was also a force to be reckoned with on his home soil. Securing a strong third in the opening MX1 #moto, the young Brit was unable to finish #moto two due to a small issue. Battling through a bad starting position in the Superfinal, Max wrapped up the day with sixth in the final #moto of the day.
The Hawkstone International MX marked the first competition outing in 2018 for #rockstarenergyhusqvarnafactoryracing MX2 class rider #thomaskjerolsen. Earning 3/2 results in the two MX2 class motos contested, the young Dane secured a solid runner-up class result. Battling against the MX1 class riders, Thomas wrapped up the day with seventh in the Superfinal.
Rockstar Energy #husqvarna Factory #racing team members #gautierpaulin, Max Anstie and #thomaskjerolsen will be back in action on February 18 at the Lacapelle Marival International MX in France. It will be their last international event before the start of the 2018 FIM #motocross World Championship in Argentina on March 3/4.
Gautier Paulin: “We worked on some bike setups today and made some good adjustments. I’m really happy with the progress made so far. The track was demanding and the bad weather made things even tougher today. In most parts there was only one big rut so passing was quite challenging. Despite a few small mistakes I got fourth in the opening MX1 #moto. Getting back on the gate for #moto two I wanted to push harder for an even better result. I got a good start and quickly found myself behind Herlings and Coldenhoff. I attacked for a better position but due to poor visibility on the track I opted to settle for third. Getting third again in the superfinal was a good way to wrap up a positive weekend.”
Max Anstie: “We had a pretty good day here at Hawkstone Park. The track was one-rutted in most places, so starts were crucial for every #moto. In the opening MX1 race I got off to a decent start and followed the train of leading riders to cross the line in third place. I had a competitive pace despite demanding track conditions and that was really positive. In #moto two my start was good again but a small issue did not let me finish the race. In the Superfinal I was eager to show what I’m capable of but my bad starting position outside the concrete start did limit any possibilities for a great result. It was a fun race here in England and we made some progress for the long season to come.”
Thomas Kjer-Olsen: “I felt good during the whole day here in England and it was great to kick off the new season with a strong result. In the opening MX2 #moto I had a bad start but managed to find my way close to the top after a few laps. Then in the second #moto my start was better and I managed to put in some fast laps. We had a good battle with Jonass and I crossed the line in second. In the Superfinal we had the chance to race against the MX1 class riders and that was a great experience. I had a good start and was #racing in fifth but I made a small mistake, went off the track and ended up crossing the line in seventh place. Overall, I’m happy with my performance and I’m looking forward to #racing in France next week.”
Provisional Results - Hawkstone International MX 2018
MX2 – Race 1
1. Pauls Jonass (KTM); 2. Martin Barr (Husqvarna); 3. #thomaskjerolsen (Husqvarna)… 9. Mikkel Haarup (Husqvarna)
MX2 – Race 2
1. Pauls Jonass (KTM); 2. #thomaskjerolsen (Husqvarna); 3. Adam Sterry (Kawasaki) … 10. Mikkel Haarup (Husqvarna)
MX1 – Race 1
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM); 2. Glenn Coldenhoff (KTM); 3. Max Anstie (Husqvarna); 4. #gautierpaulin (Husqvarna)
MX1 – Race 2
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM); 2. Glenn Coldenhoff (KTM); 3. #gautierpaulin (Husqvarna)
MX1/MX2 Superfinal
1. Jeffrey Herlings (KTM); 2. Glenn Coldenhoff (KTM); 3. #gautierpaulin (Husqvarna)… 6. Max Anstie (Husqvarna); 7. #thomaskjerolsen (Husqvarna)
Gautier Paulin - Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing
4142x2761, 2MB
Max Anstie & Gautier Paulin - Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing
4500x3000, 924KB
Related news |
||
|
|
|
february 11, 2024
|
january 16, 2023
|
august 22, 2022
|
|
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire has returned to the top step of the 250SX West Class podium at Round 6 of ... |
Press release available only in original language. IL PILOTA HUSQVARNA FACTORY #racing CHIUDE IL RALLY PIÙ DURO AL MONDO AL TERZO ... |
MotoGP™ FLIES AROUND THE RED BULL RING FOR THE THIRTEENTH ROUND OF TWENTY IN 2022 AND HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES CAPTURE A SECOND Moto3... |
Download all 
You might be interested in |
||
|
|
|
august 22, 2022
|
april 11, 2022
|
april 04, 2022
|
|
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s #rjhampshire has secured his first 250MX victory of the season at the Budds Creek Natio... |
ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACER OVERTAKES THIRD IN 250SX CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGSRockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s ... |
MXGP 2022 Round 4 of 20, #agueda, PortugalTom Vialle classified 1st in the #mx2grandprixofportugal with his Red Bull #ktmfactoryra... |
Italian 
Download all 
Share
Share via mail 
Automotive
Sport
Events
Art&Culture
Design
Fashion&Beauty
Food&Hospitality
Technology
Nautica
Racing
Excellence
Corporate
OffBeat
Green
Gift
Pop
Heritage
Entertainment
Health & Wellness