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Grant and Stewart rivalry heats up in Anaheim II clash
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Grant and Stewart rivalry heats up in Anaheim II clash

A brewing rivalry between Josh Grant and James Stewart boiled over during Anaheim II's third round of the Monster Energy Supercross series last weekend.

Australian trip a positive one for Reed in lead-up to AMA
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Australian trip a positive one for Reed in lead-up to AMA

Dual American and World Supercross Champion Chad Reed is confident that his trip to Australia toward the end of last year was mostly positive in the lead-up to the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross series.

MX Sports' Davey Coombs reflects on the career of Windham
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MX Sports' Davey Coombs reflects on the career of Windham

MX Sports Pro Racing president, Davey Coombs, has reflected on the illustrious career of motocross and supercross veteran Kevin Windham, who announced his official retirement at the Anaheim 2 round of the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross series.

Fourth at Anaheim II retains US Supercross red plate for Millsaps
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Fourth at Anaheim II retains US Supercross red plate for Millsaps

Rockstar Energy Racing Suzuki's Davi Millsaps has maintained his 450SX points lead after round three of the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross wrapped-up on Saturday in Anaheim, California.

KTM named title sponsor of 2013 junior motocross titles
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KTM named title sponsor of 2013 junior motocross titles

KTM Australia has announced that they have signed on as the official naming rights sponsor for the 2013 KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship (AJMX).

Rod Faggotter celebrating top Australian finish at Dakar
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Rod Faggotter celebrating top Australian finish at Dakar

Longreach Yamaha dealer, Rod Faggotter, finished the 2013 Dakar Rally with a solid 14th place aboard his Yamaha YZ450F in one of the world's most gruelling off-road events.

Reed reflects on first podium of the 2013 season at A2
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Reed reflects on first podium of the 2013 season at A2

Australia’s Chad Reed has marked his return to the Monster Energy Supercross podium with a third place finish in the weekend's third instalment of the 2013 series at Anaheim’s Angel Stadium.

Kirkness races to Troy Bayliss Classic victory in Taree
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Kirkness races to Troy Bayliss Classic victory in Taree

A crowd of over 5000 turned out to see a spectacle like no other as 23 invited guests of Australia’s triple World Superbike Champion put on a show at the inaugural Pixado Troy Bayliss Classic.

Villopoto looking to gain momentum following A2 victory
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Villopoto looking to gain momentum following A2 victory

Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto will look to form momentum following a breakthrough return to the winner's circle at Anaheim II's third round of Monster Energy Supercross on Saturday, 19 January.

Despres clinches fifth overall victory in 2013 Dakar Rally
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Despres clinches fifth overall victory in 2013 Dakar Rally

Red Bull KTM factory rider Cyril Despres picked up his fifth Dakar Rally trophy after crossing the finish line of the world’s most famous rally, after more than 8000 km of grueling racing.

Windham announces mid-season retirement at A2
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Windham announces mid-season retirement at A2

After professional career spanning over 19 years, GEICO Honda's Kevin Windham announced last night at Anaheim's Angel Stadium that he would be officially retiring from the sport, wrapping up a career which included more than 200 supercross starts and 19 wins.

Villopoto breaks through as Reed rebounds at Anaheim II
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Villopoto breaks through as Reed rebounds at Anaheim II

Defending 450SX champion, Ryan Villopoto, emerged victorious for the first time this season at Anaheim 2, the third round of the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship.

Phillips to ride selected AORC rounds and A4DE with Husqvarna
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Phillips to ride selected AORC rounds and A4DE with Husqvarna

Husqvarna Australia has announced that Matthew Phillips will ride selected rounds of the Australian Off-Road Championship and Australian Four Day Enduro in 2013.

Despres maintains Dakar Rally lead, Verhoeven captures Stage 12 victory
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Despres maintains Dakar Rally lead, Verhoeven captures Stage 12 victory

Former Dakar Rally champion Cyril Despres continues to lead overall rankings, while Dutchman Frans Verhoeven scored the Stage 12 victory, his 4th stage victory on the Dakar and his first since 2011.

Australian Arenacross opener scheduled for Phillip Island
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Australian Arenacross opener scheduled for Phillip Island

International Entertainment Group (IEG) has announced that the first round of the Australian Arenacross Championship for 2013 will be held on 23-24 February.

Stewart confirms torn ACL during Anaheim II press day
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Stewart confirms torn ACL during Anaheim II press day

Dual American Supercross Champion James Stewart has confirmed he suffered a torn ACL during the press conference ahead of Anaheim II this weekend in California.

McCormack joins Green and Roberts at Active8 Yamaha
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McCormack joins Green and Roberts at Active8 Yamaha

The Active8 Yamaha Yamalube Racing Team has recruited Tom McCormack to join their already strong line-up consisting of E2 rider, Josh Green and seven-time Australian off-road and enduro title winner, AJ Roberts for 2013.

Matt Moss yet to lock in Suzuki deal for 2013 MX Nationals
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Matt Moss yet to lock in Suzuki deal for 2013 MX Nationals

Multiple-time Australian champion Matt Moss has revealed that he's yet to ink a deal for the 2013 season, but remains confident he'll contend for whatever title he contends.

Caselli wins Dakar Rally Stage 11, Despres maintains overall lead
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Caselli wins Dakar Rally Stage 11, Despres maintains overall lead

In the weather-affected 11th stage of the 2013 Dakar Rally it was America's Kurt Caselli who obtained his second stage victory of the event aboard his KTM, while general standings leader Cyril Despres further increased his lead.

MX2 title favourite Styke working hard for 2013 campaign
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MX2 title favourite Styke working hard for 2013 campaign

Monster Energy MX Nationals MX2 pre-season championship favourite Luke Styke is currently making all of the preparations necessary to give himself the best chance possible at taking home the crown for Serco Yamaha.

Clout determined to make Serco Yamaha opportunity count
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Clout determined to make Serco Yamaha opportunity count

Serco Yamaha Metal Mulisha Racing's newest edition to the team, Luke Clout, is planning to make the most of his new ride as he prepares for his first professional season in Australia.

Barreda wins Dakar Rally Stage 10, Despres continues to lead overall standings
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Barreda wins Dakar Rally Stage 10, Despres continues to lead overall standings

Serco Yamaha team boss Eales looks toward 2013 season
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Serco Yamaha team boss Eales looks toward 2013 season

Serco Yamaha has officially announced the continued support of Luke Styke and Luke Clout for the 2013 motocross and supercross season.

Bayliss and Husqvarna team up for Troy Bayliss Classic
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Bayliss and Husqvarna team up for Troy Bayliss Classic

Three-time Superbike World Champion Troy Bayliss will head a star-studded field for this weekend’s Troy Bayliss Classic in Taree, New South Wales.

Stewart: I just need to let it hang out there a little more
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Stewart: I just need to let it hang out there a little more

Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing's James Stewart is adamant that he needs to step it up if he's to challenge for the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross title, despite a troublesome knee injury that has affected his campaign.

Despres moves into Dakar contention, cruel luck strikes Casteu
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Despres moves into Dakar contention, cruel luck strikes Casteu

After starting the longest stage of the rally in 11th place, 24:26 behind the overall leader, Cyril Despres delivered a virtuoso performance throughout the ninth stage.

Set-up vital as Reed continues search for 2013 settings
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Set-up vital as Reed continues search for 2013 settings

TwoTwo Motorsports team owner/rider Chad Reed was able to salvage a fourth place finish for the second weekend in a row at Phoenix on Saturday night, but continues the search for an optimum setting on his 2013 Honda CRF450R.

Casteu maintains Dakar Rally lead heading into stage 9
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Casteu maintains Dakar Rally lead heading into stage 9

Joan Barreda has scored himself the 2013 Dakar Rally stage eight win, meanwhile David Casteu bumped Olivier Pain from the top spot on the overall rankings.

Barcia scores breakthrough rookie Supercross win at Phoenix
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Barcia scores breakthrough rookie Supercross win at Phoenix

Barcia, a two-time Monster Energy Supercross East Coast 250SX champion, entered his rookie year in the premier class with high expectations, and the Georgia native delivered very early in the season, cementing himself as a key player in the 2013 title chase.

Hand fracture rules RCH Racing Suzuki's Hill out of Phoenix
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Hand fracture rules RCH Racing Suzuki's Hill out of Phoenix

RCH Racing's Josh Hill was sidelined last Saturday night after suffering a mild concussion and injury to his right hand at the season-opening Monster Energy Supercross Series race in Anaheim.