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Pedrosa on trial in Madrid

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:20:00 +0100

Repsol Honda MotoGP star Dani Pedrosa made a guest appearance at the penultimate round of the 2010 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship held in Madrid. In front of a packed arena, the pint sized tarmac racer received a very warm welcome as he made his way to the centre stage on board a Repsol Montesa trials bike. After his official duties Pedrosa remained an interested spectator right through to the finish as he watched Bou take his third win of the series.

"I really like to ride trial, it is a special feeling although my level is not so good. I don’t think Bou needs to worry about me just yet. I think trials is a good way to train and can be good for throttle and clutch control for all forms of motorcycling." Dani stated.

"To watch Bou and Fujinami is incredible, their level of skill and precision is a joy to see and difficult to really appreciate. Sitting in the seats you don’t see the true size of the obstacles, but down here on the floor you can really understand just how big everything is. I have a real respect for these guys.” Pedrosa ended.

Villopoto Takes Win Number Five in Toronto

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:08:00 +0100

Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, made its first and only visit outside the United States with much success as 42,083 devoted Canadian fans packed into Toronto’s Rogers Centre for the 10th stop of the 2010 season. It was another strong night for Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto, of Poulsbo, Wash., as he raced to his fifth win of the year. GEICO Powersports Honda’s Justin Barcia, of Ochlocknee, Ga., captured the AMA Supercross Lites checkered flag for his first-career win.

As the gates dropped on the premier AMA Supercross class main event, Honda Red Bull Racing’s Trey Canard, of Shawnee, Okla., grabbed the Spike Holeshot Award followed by Valli Motorsports/Rockstar Yamaha’s Ivan Tedesco, of Murrieta, Calif., and Villopoto. Prior to the conclusion of the first lap, Villopoto made his move for the lead around Canard and went on to lead all 20-laps of the main event.

“I really wouldn’t be in this position without all of my team and everyone involved,” said Villopoto. “The last couple weeks we’ve been on it and it’s what we need to do. (The racing is) close and it’s been tough. I need to make up ground and I got to make those passes quick. I (also) need to keep getting good starts.”

Current points leader Ryan Dungey, of Belle Plaine, Minn., started the race in fourth but worked his way into second place on lap five and ran there the rest of the way aboard his Rockstar/Makita Suzuki, minimizing Villopoto’s advantage. Canard held on for third, his third straight podium result.

After a dominating start to the AMA Supercross Lites Eastern Regional Championship by Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Christophe Pourcel, of Groveland, Fla., Barcia became just the second different winner this season in the class after grabbing the Spike Holeshot Award and leading all 15 laps of the main event. Rockstar/Makita Suzuki’s Austin Stroupe, of Lincolnton, Fla., kept Barcia honest throughout the race by running a close second and went on to garner his fourth consecutive runner-up finish. The battle for third was close between Pourcel and his Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki teammate and Canadian native Dean Wilson, of San Jacinto, Calif., but the defending Eastern Regional Champion was able to secure the third and final spot on the podium.

“(This win) means everything to me,” exclaimed Barcia. “I really want to thank my mom and dad and my team, GEICO Powersports Honda. All these fans here were cheering me on so thanks a lot to everyone. It’s an incredible feeling, I’ve been trying so hard all year. This definitely ranks at the top of my list as far as accomplishments and I feel to lucky to have such a great team behind me.”

Dungey currently holds a 17-point lead over Villopoto in the AMA Supercross standings. Pourcel leads Stroupe by seven points in the AMA Supercross Lites Eastern Regional Championship. The 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season continues next weekend from the brand new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

AMA Supercross Class Results: Toronto

1. Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, Wash., Kawasaki

2. Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., Suzuki

3. Trey Canard, Shawnee, Okla., Honda

4. Ivan Tedesco, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha

5. Kevin Windham, Centerville, Miss., Honda

6. Josh Hill, Carlsbad, Calif., Yamaha

7. Nick Wey, Murrieta, Calif., Kawasaki

8. Tommy Hahn, Alvord, Texas, Suzuki

9. Justin Brayton, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha

10. Matt Boni, Geneva, Fla., Honda

AMA Supercross Class Season Standings

1. Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., Suzuki, 214

2. Ryan Villopoto, Poulsbo, Wash., Kawasaki, 197

3. Josh Hill, Carlsbad, Calif., Yamaha, 177

4. Davi Millsaps, Murrieta, Calif., Honda, 152

5. Kevin Windham, Centerville, Miss., Honda, 147

6. Justin Brayton, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha, 136

7. Ivan Tedesco, Murrieta, Calif., Yamaha, 135

8. Nick Wey, Murrieta, Calif., Kawasaki, 113

9. Kyle Chisholm, Valrico, Fla., Yamaha, 92

10. Tommy Hahn, Alvord, Texas, Suzuki, 89

Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Results: Toronto

1. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, Ga., Honda

2. Austin Stroupe, Lincolnton, N.C., Suzuki

3. Christophe Pourcel, Groveland, Fla., Kawasaki

4. Dean Wilson, San Jacinto, Calif., Kawasaki

5. Ryan Sipes, Vine Grove, Ky., Yamaha

6. Brett Metcalfe, Lake Elsinore, Calif., Honda

7. Kyle Cunningham, Fort Worth, Texas, Honda

8. Troy Adams, Homosassa, Fla., Suzuki

9. Mike Willard, Newark, Ohio, Honda

10. Nico Izzi, Albany, Ga., Yamaha

Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites Class Season Standings

1. Christophe Pourcel, Groveland, Fla., Kawasaki, 95

2. Austin Stroupe, Lincolnton, N.C., Suzuki, 88

3. Dean Wilson, San Jacinto, Calif., Kawasaki, 71

4. Brett Metcalfe, Lake Elsinore, Calif., Honda, 65

5. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, Ga., Honda, 64

6. Ryan Sipes, Vine Grove, Ky., Yamaha, 55

7. Blake Baggett, Grand Terrace, Calif., Suzuki, 46

8. Nico Izzi, Albany, Ga., Yamaha, 41

9. Kyle Cunningham, Fort Worth, Texas, Honda, 40

10. Vince Friese, Cape Girardeau, Mo., 39

Toni Bou has one hand on the title

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 09:52:00 +0100

Reigning champion Toni Bou - Repsol Montesa wrapped a firm hand around the 2010 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship title, with his third win of the series in Madrid, Spain to open up a healthy lead in the general standings with just one round to go. Bou's plight was made even better as Adam Raga - Gas Gas took the runners up spot on the night - to move into third place in the series, ahead of Toni's main championship rival Albert Cabestany - Sherco.

A good spread of technical sections housed in the huge arena on the outskirts of the capital city proved to be a good test for all riders in front of a near capacity crowd. Spain's motogp hero Dani Pedrosa got the evening off to a noisy start as he rode into the arena on a trials bike to make the opening presentation and was greeted by massive applause.

With the ceremonial duties out of the way, the real action began, as the nine riders battled their way through five testing qualifying sections in attempt to transfer straight to the semi final. Bou, Raga, Cabestany and Jeroni Fajardo - Beta took the direct route to the later part of the competition as they filled the top four places respectively come the end of qualifying.

Takahisa Fujinami - Repsol Montesa HRC, James Dabill - Gas Gas, Loris Gubian - Gas Gas and wildcard rider Alfredo Gomez - Montesa were forced to take their place in the last chance process, whilst Alexz Wigg - Beta became the first rider to be eliminated on the night. As expected Dabill and Fujinami emerged from this play off situation, but the Japanese contender only did so on a tie break decision after he finished level with Gomez.

Early in the semi final it was soon clear that Dabill and Fujinami were not on the pace on the other four riders, as Fajardo, Cabestany, Raga and Bou all begun to build an advantage, as they looked to secure their place in the four man final. Bou was simply in a class of his own on the second section of this part of the Trial, his two mark ride on the concrete pipes coming after every other rider had fived the hazard at the same point.

Bou arrived in the final with a four mark lead over Raga, much due to this one single ride, and never looked like relinquishing this margin as he majestically made his way through the final four hazards. Toni could even afford a safety dab on the closing waterfall section, to come home three marks clear of a rejuvenated Raga. Cabestany's third place did little to help his title hopes, as he now trails Bou by thirteen points with one round remaining. The final round of the 2010 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship will take place in Palma, Majorca on Saturday 27th March.

2010 SPEA FIM INDOOR TRIAL
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Round 4
Madrid - Spain
13 March - Saturday

Results:

Trial
1: Bou 4 - Final
2: Raga 7 - Final
3: Cabestany 9 - Final
4: Fajardo 14 - Final
5: Fujinami 8 - Semi Final
6: Dabill 16 - Semi Final
7: Gomez 8 - Last Chance
8: Gubian 11 - Last Chance
9: Wigg 25 - Qualifying

Qualifying
1: Toni Bou (SPA-Montesa-HRC) 0
2: Adam Raga (SPA-Gas Gas) 1
3: Albert Cabestany (SPA-Sherco) 5
4: Jeroni Fajardo (SPA-Beta) 7
5: Takahisa Fujinami (JPN-Montesa-HRC) 7
6: James Dabill (GBR-Gas Gas) 10
7: Loris Gubian (FRA-Gas Gas) 18
8: Alfredo Gomez (SPA-Montesa) 20
9: Alexz Wigg (GBR-Beta) 25

Current FIM championship standings:
1: Bou 75
2: Cabestany 62
3: Raga 40
4: Dabill 35
5: Fajardo 30
6: Fujinami 23
7: Gubian 12
8: Wigg 10
9: Lampkin 5
10: Gomez 4
11: Brown 3
12: Ferrer 1

Cabestany looks to close the gap on Bou in Madrid

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 17:43:00 +0100

The penultimate round of the 2010 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship in Madrid, Spain later this evening will be an important moment in the title race. One rider who knows this more than most is Albert Cabestany – Sherco who currently sits just five points behind series leader Toni Bou – Repsol Montesa ahead of tonight’s showdown.

“It is clear I have come here to chase the victory, this is my goal, but if that does not happen then I hope I can still finish in front of Bou. I want to be able to put the championship in a close position for the public, so it can be a really tense fight at the final round.” Cabestany explained.

“I know this will be a difficult task, as Toni is riding really well as could some of the other riders tonight. It looks like it is going to be a good event, as the sections are very technical and should create a close battle. Hopefully I can repeat the victory I took in Marseille, as the sections were technical there too.”

“I have been practicing well since the last competition, and I am really pleased with the bike and how everything is going at this moment. Since moving to the two stroke I think my level is about the same, but what I would say is that I am making the same sections more easily and on a more consistent basis which has been the big difference so far this year.” Albert ended.

Rossi distinguished by Italian government with award

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

The nine times World Champion was honoured on thursday by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the image he portrays of his country on an international level.

Reigning MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi was received in the Villa Madama in Rome thursday night by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where Minister Franco Frattini awarded him the first ‘Winning Italy Award’. The Italian star was praised for his vast number of race victories (103 to date) which has seen the Italian national anthem played on five continents.

Personalities such as Vito Ippolito (President of the FIM), Carmelo Ezpeleta (CEO of Dorna), and MotoGP legend Giacomo Agostini were all present, as were ambassadors of the various countries in which the World Championship takes place and personal invitees of Rossi. The highlight of the evening was the award by Minister Frattini to Rossi of a trophy with the inscription ‘Winning Doctor, ambassador of Made in Italy’. Rossi then took questions from the media and spoke on the present and the future.

“Since I returned to Italy I have distanced myself from some people, and now I have returned to surround myself with real friends,” said Rossi. “I am again enjoying the sport and the desire to compete, so I think I will continue for some more years. The trick to staying on top for a long time is having fun. This is the motivation I prefer and avoids controversy. When I was younger I was entertained by that.”

With the media not missing the chance to ask questions about a possible future at Ducati, Rossi was more clear than ever on the subject. “An Italian on an Italian bike would be nice, yes. But I think I want to stay with Yamaha, which is also a little bit Italian. I would feel like a traitor if I acted any other way, because I feel very good with them.”

Rossi then looked forward to the 2010 World Championship, and said: “The young riders in Stoner and Lorenzo seem to me to be more prepared than the old adversaries of Biaggi and Gibernau. Who do I fear the most? Perhaps Stoner, but only because Jorge is injured and will need a few Grands Prix to fully recover.”

Concluding, Rossi gave praise and recognition Giacomo Agostini, whom he embraced at the end of the ceremony.

“I do not know if I will ever overtake him,” said Rossi. “To go where he has been requires a courage which is not comparable to that needed today.”

24 Hours of Le Mans 2010 - Musical chairs for riders as the season starts on the Bugatti race track!

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:06:00 +0100

All the favourites were back on the Bugatti race track this week for two days of testing, ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the first round of the 2010 Qtel FIM Endurance World Championship scheduled for 17 and 18 April.

Yamaha Austria Racing Team is serenely carrying on its development work with Michelin and Igor Jerman, Gwen Giabbani and Steve Martin, three 2009 World Champions! On the track they met the Suzuki Endurance Racing Team, nine times World Champion – including four consecutive years from 2005 to 2008. With Vincent Philippe, Guillaume Dietrich and Daisaku Sakai as a replacement rider, the SERT wants to score high at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. They have been working very hard to enter the race in mid-April with the best set-up between the new Showa suspension and Dunlop tyres.

Like the SERT, Yamaha France GMT 94 Ipone is back chasing the title. They closed a deal with a new tyre supplier in the discipline: Bridgestone. Yamaha France GMT 94 has to schedule an intensive development programme on the 2010 R1. David Checa, Gregorio Lavilla and Kenny Foray, who made a strong impression last year on the Kawasaki GSR, will race the official Yamaha.

As a new challenger on the World Endurance scene, the team BMW Michelin is a true eye-catcher. But the BMW S 1000 RR was not the only thing people were talking about. Multiple FIM Endurance World Champion (with SERT) Matthieu Lagrive was not present alongside his teammates Sébastien Gimbert and Erwan Nigon. The incompatibility between BMW Michelin’s partners and the sponsors that personally supported Matthieu Lagrive for many years has led to a clash. BMW Michelin is now considering, amongst other options, to contract another world champion, Sébastien Charpentier.

A rider like Matthieu Lagrive could not stay long without a bike. From last Wednesday at Le Mans, he was pairing with Damian Cudlin (a former Yamaha Phase One Endurance rider, but that team won’t enter the 24 Hours of Le Mans) on the Honda BMP Elf 99. This new permanent team is managed by Michel Bartholemy, former Kawasaki team manager in MotoGP, with the support of EMS 99, a structure that was behind the team Acropolis when they took the third place at Le Mans 2008. Karl Muggeridge and Marc Fissette, as a replacement rider, are also announced on that Honda. So it seems that BMP Elf 99, who keeps a low profile for now, could make a strong impression with their very experienced riders. The team has already signed one of the best lap times, with Matthieu Lagrive in 1’39.0.

As a newcomer with the permanent teams, but already known for some great endurance results (7th at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and 4th at the 2009 Bol d’Or), the Suzuki RAC 41 City Bike was also at Le Mans to test their GSX-R. The bike claims an extra 10 hp from last year and the team is entering three new riders: Greg Junod, Greg Black and Olivier Depoorter.

Although they can lay claim for the 2010 title, the Kawasaki of Team GSR is a strong contender for Le Mans victory. The official Kawasaki seemed to be very confident during these pre-season tests on the Bugatti race track. The work done on the suspensions and the development carried last winter with Pirelli gives them some claim for a podium towards the end of the season, as they did last year at the Bol d’Or. Julien Da Costa, Olivier Four, Gregory Leblanc and Thomas Metro will race the Kawasaki GSR.

The Honda Michelin Power Research Team was also back on track at Le Mans with William Costes, Josep Monge and Hugo Marchand. This season, the Honda won’t compete for the whole championship and will only be seen at Le Mans and the Bol d’Or.

In the Superstock class, the Yamaha LTG 57 was practicing with its new team: Nicolas Jaulneau, Kevin Denis and Adrien Ganfornina will race the bike with the support of Michael Lalevée. However, in that class, the most closely watched team is with no doubt the Junior Team Suzuki LMS, with Lucas de Carolis, Cédric Tangre, Baptiste Guittet and David Nivière. However, the Junior Team won’t enter the whole championship and therefore can’t clinch the FIM Superstock World Cup.

The next testing session for the 24 Hours of Le Mans will take place on 30 and 31 March.

Madrid – The Spanish stage is set

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:38:00 +0100

This Saturday evening the impressive Palacio de los Deportes de Comunidad de Madrid stadium set on the outskirts of the Spanish capital will welcome back the SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship. Twelve months ago the same setting played host to the final encounter of the 2009 series, but this time around it marks the penultimate round of the current championship battle.

Toni Bou – Repsol Montesa will be looking to repeat the victory he achieved to reinforce his 2009 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship title, with the dominant Spanish rider having already claimed his crown last year by the time he arrived in Madrid. On this occasion it will be a different story for the now twenty-three year old from Barcelona, with Bou only holding a narrow advantage over Albert Cabestany – Sherco in the current championship standings.

Whilst Cabestany only finished third in Madrid last year, the Sherco teamster will have fond memories of the venue, with this result allowing him to snatch away the 2009 vice champion position from arch rival Adam Raga – Gas Gas at the very last moment. In some contrast, a costly five in the final section of the series may still play heavily on Raga’s mind, as he fights to regain both his confidence and his place in the top three of the general standings.

Although Saturday’s result remains uncertain, in Madrid drama, action and pure entertainment always seem guaranteed.

Vermeulen reveals fitness worries

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:12:00 +0100

Chris Vermeulen admits he is struggling to be fit in time for the next round of the FIM Superbike World Championship after suffering a bad knee injury at Phillip Island.

Vermeulen has undergone an MRI scan following the accident in Australia, with the results of that showing he has five tears to the ligaments, cartilage and muscle in his knee.

The Australian has not ruled out requiring surgery, but revealed the area is still too sensitive to determine whether that will indeed be the case.

"I went to a knee specialist after my MRI scan results, which showed up about five tears of ligaments, cartilage, muscle, so there is quite a bit of damage done to my knee," he said in a video update on YouTube.

"I also have some small abrasions on the outside of my knee, so the specialist said he couldn't operate because of the risk of infection. So we have to wait for that to heal, then go and see him again.

"If that goes well and there isn't too much movement in my knee from the torn ligaments, then he will leave it and - fingers crossed - I'll be ok for Portimao. However, if the damage is still quite bad and not repairing well, he might want to go inside and fix it up.

"So we are still a bit doubtful for the next race. I am walking around slowly, starting to hobble almost, but the rest of my body feels fine."

2010 FIM Gala Ceremony

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:06:00 +0100

FIM World Champions under the spotlight

The FIM is pleased to announce that the 2010 FIM Gala Ceremony will be held on Friday 3 December in Estoril, Portugal. The 2010 FIM Individual World Champions will be celebrated during the Prize Giving Ceremony presented by Suzi Perry.

The FIM Gala Ceremony will be broadcast on live TV and distributed internationally and will also be accessible live on FIM-TV.COM.

Guests, international media, press, radio and TV will be invited to attend the FIM Gala Ceremony and will have the opportunity to meet the 2010 FIM World Champions during a press conference which will be held at the Palacio Hotel Friday 3 December at 5pm. The invitations will be sent at the end of October.

Vito Ippolito, FIM President said: “On behalf of the FIM and the motorcycle community, I am pleased to see this prestigious gathering of motorcycle World Champions happen again in 2010. Our sport and our champions deserve this tribute to salute their performance. Moreover, the FIM Gala Ceremony is a unique opportunity for the FIM to celebrate its World Champions all together in the same place during a special evening of celebration!”

Duarte Nobre Guedes, President of Turismo Estoril added: “We are very proud to host, once again, the FIM Gala Ceremony in our region, the Estoril Coast. The quality of the event, together with the presence of so many motorcycle stars, illustrates the great connection of Estoril with motorsports, contributing at the same time to enhance our international renown. A warm welcome to all the participants, with wishes of a very pleasant stay and we hope they have some free time to discover and enjoy a place where they can live one thousand sensations.”

FIM Gala Ceremony programme:

When	What	Where
03 December 2010	‘FIM Gala Ceremony’	Estoril, Portugal
05pm	Press Conference	Palacio Hotel, Estoril
07pm	Cocktail	Casino Estoril
08pm	Official Dinner	Casino Estoril
09-11pm	Prize Giving Ceremony	Casino Estoril

Fort William awaits the 99th coming

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:46:00 +0100

Just a year away from celebrating its centenary, the World famous Scottish Six Days Trial is set to return to the Highland town of Fort William for its traditional slot during the first week of May. The 2010 event, again organised by the accomplished Edinburgh and District Motor Club, will kick off on Monday 3rd May, with its two hundred and seventy five competitors from all over the World facing what remains, even in the modern era, one of the greatest challenges in the sport of trials. Typically entries for this ultimate test of man and machine were once again over subscribed, with the elect entrants having already survived the initial hurdle of making it through the recent ballot process.

Twelve times FIM Trial World Champion Dougie Lampkin - Beta will return to defend his title, after having narrowly defeated Alexz Wigg – Beta by a single mark during last year’s epic duel. The 2009 event was hosted in some of the worst weather conditions this historic trial had ever seen. Lampkin has won this competition no less than five times, but knows his route to a sixth and third successive win will be as tough as ever, especially with fellow World championship contender Albert Cabestany – Sherco making his Scottish debut this May.

Although all eyes will be focused on the fierce battle at the head of the daily leader board, the Scottish Six Days Trial has many stories to tell, with the riders from nearly twenty different nations from as far a field as Australia and Canada covering a wide range of abilities. This year’s entry list includes fifty-nine new comers, and six female competitors. These mere mortals will uniquely share their week alongside the professional riders who earn their living from the more usual form of this sport, which is broadcast to millions of homes around the globe on a weekly basis during the FIM World championship season.

Whilst the likes of Lampkin, Wigg, Cabestany and 2007 winner James Dabill – Gas Gas will make the journey to the Scottish Highlands with one goal in mind, for many of the other riders their sole aim will be make it to the finish. Covering nearly one hundred miles and thirty sections each day, the event is a real test of endurance, both for the modern trials bike (which is designed for far more compact courses) and the riders.

This is much due to the unique nature of the Scottish terrain and sections that remain the real lure of this great competition. Over the last century many thousands of riders have made the famous pilgrimage to the enthralling and unmatched landscape that surrounds Fort William, but only the select few have the honour of having had their name etched on the famous winners’ trophy.

Only come Saturday 8th May, will the 2010 winner be clear. The latest victor of this classic event will have triumphed after six long days in the saddle and after having endured one of the most mentally and physically grueling week’s of their career. So with the entry list having now been published, Fort William awaits the 99th coming of what remains the most important event in the trials calendar outside of the FIM Trial World championship proper.

Previous winners*

2009 - Dougie Lampkin - Beta
2008 - Dougie Lampkin - Beta
2007 - James Dabill - Montesa
2006 - Graham Jarvis - Sherco
2005 - Sam Connor - Sherco
2004 - Graham Jarvis - Sherco
2003 - Joan Pons - Sherco
2002 - Amos Bilbao- Montesa
2001- Cancelled due to Foot + Mouth

2000 - Steve Colley - Gas Gas
1999 - Graham Jarvis - Bultaco
1998 - Graham Jarvis - Scorpa
1997 - Steve Colley - Gas Gas
1996 - Dougie Lampkin - Beta
1995 - Dougie Lampkin - Beta
1994 - Dougie Lampkin - Beta
1993 - Steve Colley - Beta
1992 - Steve Colley - Beta
1991 - Steve Saunders - Beta

1990 - Steve Saunders - Beta
1989 - Steve Saunders - Fantic
1988 - Steve Saunders - Fantic
1987 - Jordi Tarres - Beta
1986 - Thierry Michaud - Fantic
1985 - Thierry Michaud - Fantic
1984 - Thierry Michaud - Fantic
1983 - Toni Gorgot - Montesa
1982 - Bernie Schreiber - SWM
1981 - Gilles Burgat - SWM

1980 - Yrjo Vesterinen - Montesa
1979 - Malcolm Rathmell - Montesa
1978 - Martin Lampkin - Bultaco
1977 - Martin Lampkin - Bultaco
1976 - Martin Lampkin - Bultaco
1975 - Mick Andrews - Yamaha
1974 - Mick Andrews - Yamaha
1973 - Malcolm Rathmell - Bultaco
1972 - Mick Andrews - Ossa
1971 - Mick Andrews - Ossa

* 1971-2009 inclusive