Photos by: ZCMC & Sean Engler
The second round of the National Motocross in PE proved to be a remarkable day for the Red Bull KTM team. @camerondurow demonstrated exceptional racing, securing first place in both the MX1 and MX2 classes, thereby solidifying his position as the championship leader. @lukegrundy450_ delivered an outstanding performance, achieving second place in the MX2 class. @treycox37 showcased his talent by securing a hard earned third place in the MX High School class.
Durow commented, “All in all a real good day again in the bag for me. Took all four heat wins, got two great starts in MX2 had good races, I had a bit of suspension trouble at the start of MX1 but still got it done and pulled a gap. I jumped on my KTM 250 SX-F for the second moto just to see what I could do on it, got a bad start but came through the pack and put my head down, and managed to take the win in the heat as well. It was a really great day, and I extended my championship lead.”
After a tough day out on the bike, Luke Grundy was determined to redeem himself after getting a banner stuck in his bike in the first round and managed to claim second place for the MX2 class on Saturday. Grundy said, “Had a bit of a challenging day, had to work myself back up in both heats but I just put my head down and my fitness came into play and I got second overall for the day.”
Trey Cox, who looked forward to sending it on the track did not have the day he had hoped for. Cox commented on the weekend saying, “Bittersweet day for me, really like the sand and was looking forward to the day but sadly it didn’t work out for me as I wanted to. Heat 1 was the better part of the day, I finished in P2 and had a really good rhythm.I knew I had to put my head down for heat 2 but a few laps in my bike started making funny noises, I stopped to check it out and got back to the race but then I had to push a bit from the back. I got better, managing to come back from 15th to fifth which was a good comeback and taking third for the day.”
Team manager Kerim Fitz-Gerald was visibly happy about the results of the weekend stating, “It was a great round at the second round in PE, all the riders rode well. Trey, managed to get a great result. All the guys really enjoyed the sand and the hard work showed that they have been putting in the time since round 1. We’re looking forward to round three.”
Out of Africa/Monster Energy/Yamaha Racing team put in a sterling effort. The riders were all well prepared and really hyped up for the 2nd Round and ‘The SandBox’ never disappoints! Even with winds peaking at 50 kmh the team still brought home some really solid results! @jessewright100 got on the gas in MX1 and got a very decent P4 in an exceptionally strong field. @jaydenproctor_ rode exceptionally well and brought home P2 in MX1 as well as P5 in MX2. @garrick_henley had a tougher day out on track but still in MX2 finishing P10 for the day. As did @thorjohnsonmx in the MX High school, finishing P11 overall. @aiden.henley51 had a sterling day in the MX Supermini and finished in P1, top honours for the day./
The Husqvarna Racing Team put on a strong showing with great performances from the riders, Barend du Toit and Davin Cocker, the team delivered excellent results amidst intense competition.
Barend Du Toit ,in the MX2 class, showed his skills with a hard-fought battle, ultimately claiming a well-deserved third-place finish after a couple of crashes.
He commented, “I had a good day on the bike, the first heat wasn’t as good as I hoped and I had a few crashes but I was riding really well and I caught the top group quite fast. I got the holeshot in the second heat but then Cameron overtook me and I was sitting in second the whole moto through, but I know what I have to do for the next race to come back swinging. Overall, I got third which I am happy with and I can keep on working and build on that.”
Teammate Davin Cocker battled it out in the highly competitive MX1 class, securing a commendable fifth place after having a nasty crash in the second heat. Cocker commented, “I had a great ride in the first heat getting a decent start and battling it out with another rider for second place but fell back down to 5th after I had a fall.” He went on to say, “The second heat I got the holeshot and was leading for two laps until I hit a kicker on a jump and I flew over the bars having a crash and fell behind so I had to fight my way back up from the back up to 5th.”
Team Manager Kerim Fitz-Gerald commented on the riders’ performances, “We’re proud of Barend and Davin’s efforts this weekend. Both riders showed us what it is to be determined for good results. Barend’s podium finish is a testament to his hard work and dedication, while Davin’s strong ride in the MX1 class demonstrates his ability to compete with the best and we look forward to seeing what the rest of the season holds in store for these two riders.”
Race Results for Round 2 of the 2024 MX Nationals South Africa Championship hosted by Rover Motorcycle Club
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