News 18 Sep 2015

American regulars line up for Glen Helen's USGP

International field assembles for MXGP season finale.

Image: Simon Cudby.

Image: Simon Cudby.

This weekend’s final round of the MXGP World Championship at Glen Helen in the United States will feature a mix of American-based talent alongside the grand prix regulars.

Red Bull KTM had previously confirmed that Marvin Musquin and Dean Wilson will line up in MXGP, as will Rockstar Energy Racing Husqvarna’s Jason Anderson following a strong rookie 450 campaign.

It’s also now been made official that Davi Millsaps will make his debut with BTOSports KTM at the USGP this weekend, marking his first outdoor event since the final round of Pro Motocross back in 2012.

Glen Helen flyer Josh Grant, who is finishing this season as part of the Monster Energy Kawasaki outfit, will be a darkhorse come Sunday, as will Cooper Webb for Star Racing Yamaha as he prepares to represent America on a 450 at the Motocross of Nations (MXoN).

Australian fans will have new MX Nationals champion Kirk Gibbs to cheer on, complete with factory KTM support, as well as Brett Metcalfe coming off a season in Canada, and Kiwi contingent Ben Townley and Cody Cooper. MXGP fulltimers Todd Waters and Dean Ferris will also be on track.

In the MX2 World Championship decider, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Joey Savatgy and Chris Alldredge are scheduled to appear, as are Lucas Oil/TLD KTM teammates Jessy Nelson and Shane McElrath.

Australian viewers will be able to tune into Eurosport live on Monday morning, with all four MX2/MXGP motos scheduled to air between at 5:00-7:00am (opening motos) and 8:00-10:00am (second motos) AEST. Check you local listings for confirmation.

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