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ROCKSTAR OFFROAD TEARS UP THE TRACK IN LAKE ELSINORE

2013-05-20T17:58:16-07:00

The Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS), the nation’s fastest growing short course off road racing series, made its 2013 Southern California premier at the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park in Lake Elsinore, California over the weekend.

The weekend’s big news was that both the Pro 2 and Pro Lite division would be absent of current points leader, Brian Deegan. Deegan, who was in Europe to participate in X Games Barcelona, took advantage of a substitute driver rule allowing a replacement to race and retain any points earned. Driving his Pro 2 truck was Rockstar teammate, Todd LeDuc, and filling in for the Pro Lite division was Andrew Caddell.

Round 5 Race Recap – Saturday, May 18:

Pro 4 – At the drop of the green flag the #32 Mickey Thompson/Toyota of Eric Barron lead the field into turn one followed by the LeDuc brothers, Kyle LeDuc in 2nd place driving the #99 Monster Energy/Toyo Tires truck and Todd LeDuc in 3rd place driving the #7 Rockstar Energy/Maxxis truck.

Kyle Leduc pressured Barron for the lead until a flat tire slowed his efforts causing him to pull off the track. Todd LeDuc was next in line to pursue Barron until he suffered a mechanical malfunction forcing him to retire from the race.

Carl Renezeder, now in 2nd place, closed the gap on Barron and made a pass for the lead late in the final laps and winning the Pro4 division.

Carl Renezeder’s win in Round 5 marks his seventh win in a row with rounds one through five of the 2013 season and the final two rounds of 2012. Rounding out the podium was early leader Barron in 2nd and Brandon Bailey who drove the #77 Stronghold Motorsports truck to a career best 3rd place position.

Pro Lite – With a staggering lineup of 27 competitors, the Pro Lite division for Round 5 was the largest field of the day. A zero position inversion after qualifying meant top qualifiers, #74 AM Ortega’s Sheldon Creed and #51 Lunar Pages/Rockstar Energy’s Ryan Beat, would be on the front row with Creed sitting on pole.

Early race contender Bradley Morris was forced to retire due to a mechanical malfunction and current points leader Casey Currie found himself mid pack after being pushed off track on lap one. Defending Pro Lite Champion RJ Anderson ran 2nd in the early stages of the race until a suspension failure brought out the yellow flag.

On the restart, Creed inched away from Andrew Caddell, filling in for Brian Deegan who was being chased by the #51 Lunar Pages/Rockstar Energy of Ryan Beat. Following Beat was first time Pro Lite racer Jimmy Fishback making his LOORRS Pro Lite debut.

At the checkered flag it was Creed who took the win followed by replacement driver Caddell with a 2nd place finish. Rounding out the podium was Jimmy Fishback taking 3rd place in his Pro Lite debut.

Pro 2 – As racers lined up, it was Deegan’s #38 replacement, Todd LeDuc, sitting on pole. Leduc took command early in the race as veteran racers Carl Renezeder and Rob MacCachren battled nearly 10 laps wheel to wheel for 2nd place. MacCachren driving the Rockstar Energy/Makita Power Tools #21 eventually made the pass on Renezeder and moved into 2nd place behind LeDuc. MacCachren made several attempts to pass LeDuc and came into the last corner of the final lap neck and neck, but LeDuc carried his momentum on the outside and took the win.

The win would mark LeDuc’s first Pro 2 victory in several years and give valuable points to Deegan. MacCachren came in 2nd place and Renezeder took the final podium position in 3rd place for the Pro 2 division.

Race Recap – Sunday, May 19:

Pro 4 – Starting on row 1 was #17 Lucas Oil/General Tire sponsored racer Carl Renezeder and the #21 Rockstar Energy/Makita Power Tools backed racer Rob MacCachren. At the drop of the green flag Renezeder lead the charge into turn one followed by Kyle LeDuc, who made a quick pass on MacCachren, closely followed by brother Todd LeDuc.

Saturday’s runner up, Eric Barron, was forced to withdraw from the race on lap 2 after encountering motor problems.

On the re-start the driver order was Carl Renezeder, Kyle LeDuc, and Rob MacCachren followed by Todd LeDuc. Almost in unison, the LeDuc brothers suffered mechanical problems leading to Todd LeDuc’s withdrawal from the race and the slowing of Kyle LeDuc.

The caution flag came out again on lap 5 as the #22 Lunar Pages/Rockstar Energy of Ryan Beat stalled on the racetrack.

On the second restart, Renezeder lead, followed by MacCachren and Adler.

The remaining 10 laps were all green flag racing and spectators were treated to a great race between MacCachren and Renezeder. Never getting more than a few feet from each other the two racers battled to the checkers with Renezeder taking the win, followed closely by MacCachren in 2nd place.

Pro 2 – Pro 2 racers took to the track for the final race of the weekend at Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park.

Holding down the #1 spot on the grid was #17 Lucas Oil/General Tire backed driver Carl Renezeder who shared the front row with Rob MacCachren in his #21 Rockstar Energy/Makita Power Tools truck. Behind the two veteran racers on row two was the #15 Ready Lift backed Marty Hart and Todd LeDuc driving the #38 Rockstar Energy/Metal Mulisha for Brian Deegan.

MacCachren quickly took the lead over both Carl Renezeder and Kyle LeDuc. With 10 laps to go the yellow flag flew as the #9 Truck of Mike Porter caught fire on the race track. When racing resumed MacCachren once again led the way over Renezeder, Kyle LeDuc and Todd LeDuc.

Two laps later Todd LeDuc experienced a mechanical issue that slowed him and allowed the #99 Lucas Oil Slick Mist of Robby Woods to move into the #4 position.

With 2 laps to go the yellow flag came out again setting up a green, white and checkered flag race to the finish. Kyle LeDuc was bumped from 3rd to 9th place which allowed Woods to move up into the 3rd place position.

At the checkered flag it was MacCachren in 1st place, Renezeder in 2nd place and Woods in 3rd place.

Rounds 7 and 8 of the series will take place June 21-23 at the Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah.

Amber Wing Wins Women's Pro in Acworth!

2013-05-20T17:12:02-07:00

Congratulations to Amber Wing who claimed victory in the Pro Women's Finals at the MasterCraft Pro Wake Tour #1 in Acworth! The Pro Women's finals showcased the huge progression the division has made over the past couple seasons. Going bigger than anyone was Wing, who came out on top with a well-balanced arsenal of tricks and overall stylish riding.

Pro Women Finals

1. Amber Wing 85.00

2. Dallas Friday 78.33

3. Bec Gange 70.00

4. Melissa Marquardt 60.00

5. Raimi Merritt 51.67

6. Nicola Butler 48.33

Aaron Rathy Wins Polaroid Big-Air Contest at Pro Wake Tour #1

2013-05-20T17:05:40-07:00

Congratulations to Aaron Rathy who won the Polaroid Action Big-Air Contest following the final rounds of action at the MasterCraft Pro Wake Tour #1 in Acworth, GA! Riding behind the MasterCraft X-Star, riders launched massive tricks that are rarely attempted in standard contest format. Rathy took the victory with a mind-blowing Mute Mobe. Rockstar teammates Chad Sharpe and Dean Smith rounded out the podium.

Punched Blue Raspberry - AVAILABLE NOW!

2013-05-20T15:56:02-07:00

Introducing a bold, new flavor to the hugely successful Rockstar Punched line of energy drinks. Amazing blue raspberry flavor, high energy, and Rockstar's potent herbal blend. Available for purchase HERE.

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Rockstar Athletes Podium at X Games Barcelona

2013-05-20T14:28:45-07:00

Congratulations to all of our athletes who competed at X Games Barcelona 2013!

A special shout out to our podium finishers:
Hana Beaman: Real Women BRONZE
Bucky Lasek: Skateboard Vert GOLD
Mitchie Brusco: Skateboard Vert BRONZE & Skateboard Big Air SILVER
Simon Tabron: BMX Vert SILVER
Mike Mason: Moto X Speed & Style GOLD
Elliot Sloan: Skateboard Big Air BRONZE
Ryan Nyquist: BMX Park SILVER
Colton Haaker: Men's Enduro X SILVER

Phil Soven Wins MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour in Acworth | Amber Wing Wins Women’s Pro

2013-05-20T12:04:38-07:00

Acworth, Ga.– Thousands of fans lined the shores of Lake Acworth Beach to watch a dramatic final day of competition at the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar. Claiming top honors at the inaugural PWT event of the season was Phil Soven in the Men’s Pro Division.

Soven used a lethal combination of creative aerial maneuvers and near flawless rail riding to launch himself to victory. To claim the win, Soven overcame stiff competition in the sport’s most competitive division narrowly edging out Shota Tezuka and Harley Clifford, who both earned spots on the podium.

“I’m stoked to get the first Pro Tour win of the season! All the guys were riding great today and I’m excited to get an early lead in the standings,” said Soven.

The Pro women’s finals showcased the huge progression the division has made over the past couple seasons. Going bigger than anyone today was Amber Wing, who claimed victory with a well-balanced arsenal of tricks and overall stylish riding. Wing beat out Dallas Friday and Bec Gange, who claimed second and third place respectively.

The Overton’s Junior Pro Series also saw excellent riding today from a handful of riders. Taking his game to the next level was Noah Flegel, who’s final run score of 94.75 catapulted him over Cory Teunissen and Parker Siegele to take first place in the talented field.

Following the final rounds of action, fans witnessed the jaw-dropping Polaroid Action Big-Air Contest. Riding behind the MasterCraft X-Star, riders launched massive tricks that are rarely attempted in standard contest format. Taking the victory was Aaron Rathy, who stuck a mind-blowing Mute Mobe.

For information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour presented by Rockstar Energy Drink, visit www.kingofwake.com

The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by ROCKSTAR is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Polaroid Action, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.

MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Day 2 Results

Pro Men Finals

1. Phil Soven 90.00

2. Shota Tezuka 87.50

3. Harley Clifford 86.00

4. Rusty Malinoski 85.00

5. Aaron Rathy 70.00

6. Oli Derome 60.00

Pro Women Finals

1. Amber Wing 85.00

2. Dallas Friday 78.33

3. Bec Gange 70.00

4. Melissa Marquardt 60.00

5. Raimi Merritt 51.67

6. Nicola Butler 48.33

Junior Pro Men Finals

1. Noah Flegel 94.75

2. Cory Teunissen 81.25

3. Gordon Harrison 70.50

4. Tony Iacconi 69.00

5. Freddie Wayne 62.25

Pro Men Semifinals Heat 1 (Top 3 advance)

1. Phil Soven 89.17

2. Rusty Malinoski 87.67

3. Shota Tezuka 83.33

4. Tony Carroll 80.17

5. Kyle Rattray 70.00

Pro Men Semifinals Heat 2

1. Harley Clifford 95.00

2. Aaron Rathy 88.33

3. Oli Derome 84.83

4. Austin Hair 71.73

5. Adam Errington 50.00

Jr. Pro Men Semifinals Heat 1 (Top 3 advance)

1. Cory Teunissen 97.25

2. Freddie Wayne 81.50

3. Parker Siegele 75.50

4. Massi Piffaretti 75.50

5. Brad Teunissen 65.75

6. Yangsu Kim 40.75

Jr. Pro Men Semifinals Heat 2

1. Tony Iacconi 100.00

2. Noah Flegel 90.00

3. Gordon Harrison 78.50

4. Gus Shuler 64.25

5. Juan Mendez 63.00

6. Kyle Evans 54.25

Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 1 (Top 2 advance)

1. Tony Carroll 83.33

2. Kyle Rattray 75.00

3. Andrew Adkison 74.33

4. Danny Thollander 38.67

Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 2

1. Aaron Rathy 73.83

2. Adam Errington 70.00

3. Dean Smith 60.00

4. Dante Digangi 18.33

Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 3

1. Rusty Malinoski 86.67

2. Shota Tezuka 76.67

3. Chad Sharpe 50.00

4. Pierce Homsey 30.00

Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 4

1. Oli Derome 80.00

2. Phil Soven 75.00

3. Jimmy LaRiche 68.33

4. Trevor Hansen 30.00

Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 5

1. Harley Clifford 91.67

2. Austin Hair 80.00

3. Christian Primrose 75.00

4. Jefferson Langley 69.17

About MasterCraft

MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.

About King of Wake

The King of Wake is the world’s elite pro wakeboarding series, attracting the sport’s top athletes from throughout the globe. Over the course of a season, athletes compete for the ultimate wakeboarding crown in a series points race of eight events throughout the United States to see who rules the wake. The 2013 series consists of all five stops on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, the Nautique Wake Games, the Nautique WWA National Championships and the Rockstar WWA World Championships Presented by Supra. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports & Marketing – the leading wake-events producer since 1988.

About ROCKSTAR

Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 20 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. New from Rockstar for 2013, Rockstar Energy Water is a non-carbonated and sugar free enhanced water beverage that is now available throughout the U.S. in three refreshing flavors. For more information visit: www.RockstarEnergy.com.

About Overton’s

Overton’s began selling water skis in the mid-1970s. Over the years, we’ve built our reputation by offering quality products at the best prices found anywhere. Today you can look to Overton’s to provide the highest-quality products for all your boating needs. Our company has grown from its humble beginnings in the back of a grocery store in Greenville, North Carolina, to the “World’s Largest Water Sports Dealer.” Widely recognized and respected in the industry, Overton’s catalog and website provide consumers with the widest selection of boating accessories and water-sports equipment out there. Our acquisition by Gander Mountain in December 2007 assured continued growth, allowing us to expand our offerings and have our products available in Gander’s 114 retail stores throughout the United States.

About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine

TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography.

New line up - Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe

2013-05-20T10:47:55-07:00

The FIM Motocross World Championship travels to Italy this weekend for round four of 18 and as the races are scratched off the calendar, so does the full force of the 2013 Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe begin to reveal itself.

The Grand Prix of Italy will see current 85cc World Champion Brian Hsu steer the RM125 as the European EMX125 two-stroke series clicks into gear for the first of eight outings and then it is only a matter of weeks before the EMX250 campaign starts in Portugal.

The German factory-backed team is a living-breathing example of the pyramid structure that now exists in the sport with the idea that the best, most talented and most promising rise up to Grand Prix level and the MX2 category in the FIM World Championship.

For 2013 the Rockstar Energy Drink and Suzuki International Europe supported team can announce the presence of two new talented youngsters: Crisztian Tompa from Romania who rides the RM85 (after finishing third in last year's 65c Junior World Championship)and Gianluca Facchetti on the same two-stroke. The teenage Italian marked his credentials already with results of second and first last week in the first outing of his national championship. Up to the next level is 85cc World Champion Hsu who now pilots the 125cc machine vacated by exciting Spaniard Jorge Zaragoza. Hsu opens his account this weekend at the Arco di Trento circuit while Zaragoza is now part of the ultra-competitive feeder series to MX2 on the RM-Z250 and rides alongside Switzerland's Jeremy Seewer. The latter enters his fifth year of association with the team and, after wild-card MX2 GPs last year, is expected to be one of the front runners in the eight-round contest that kicks-off in Agueda on May 5th.

At the top of the tree is Max Anstie and Julien Lieber on the works RM-Z250s; Anstie ready for Italy on the back of obtaining his first top-three moto finish almost two weeks ago in Holland.

The eclectic group therefore involves an Italian, Romanian, Taiwanese-German, Swiss, Belgian, Briton and a Spaniard and encompasses every category for prosperous racers to move up the scales and levels to the pinnacle of motocross.

"I'm really happy to say that for 2013 we are able to bring a group like this together and through the various nationalities we can show that we're trying to help some of the best youngsters from across the continent and beyond," said Team Manager Thomas Ramsbacher. "This was always the goal of our project with Suzuki and various other loyal partners and when we look back on our history over the past six to seven years, then we've had some great moments when the kids have developed and arrived to the very top.

"It will be exciting to see what Crisztian and Gianluca can do on the 85s while Brian already made his mark in that category and faces his longest season to date," the German added. "Jorge is carrying an injury to his left hand and should be riding again in four-to-five weeks, which means he'll miss the Grand Prix in Portugal but should be fit for France. Jeremy is already at a level where we can expect him to go for the top-three in EMX250 and he will be riding in the MX2 Grand Prix this weekend for extra preparation."

The gaggle of teenagers is complimented by the experienced figure of 2012 Motocross of Nations winner Marcus Schiffer. The German is defending his national championship again this season on RM-Z450 technology and the 25 year old will make various MX1 Grand Prix appearances. If Schiffer enjoys another solid season then he could be in the frame again for a momentous weekend on September 29th at Teutschenthal for the 67th Nations on German turf.

Agueda GP of Portugal Race Report - Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1

2013-05-20T06:55:06-07:00

Team Suzuki Press Office - May 5.

Rockstar Energy Suzuki's Clement Desalle was one of the three fastest riders in the premier MX1 class of the FIM Motocross World Championship at a hot and sunny Grand Prix of Portugal.

The Belgian finished third overall at Agueda for the sixth round of 17 in the series, in front of 15,000 spectators, after battling with Gautier Paulin and Antonio Cairoli in both motos on his factory RM-Z450. Desalle survived a heavy second moto crash while trying to pass Paulin for second place to be able to spray champagne for the fourth time in 2013.

Agueda was a brutal mix of speed, bumps, ruts and forced concentration. The physical and mental demands throughout the two 35-minute and two-lap motos meant it was one of the hardest tracks of the series so far. Desalle came into the weekend as one of the favourites for victory thanks to success in the previous three visits to Agueda. Signs were positive on Saturday as he secured his first pole position of the season, but the terrain was heavily watered through Saturday evening and it meant a deeper and rougher course for Sunday where a single, quick racing line was prevalent.

Desalle had two good starts and together with Paulin and Cairoli set a frantic pace at the front. The 23 year old was frustrated in the first moto with an inability to overtake and a lack of comfort across the Portuguese dirt. He was able to finish second after Cairoli crashed in the closing stages. In the second affair he trailed Paulin for practically the entire distance as Cairoli led. A valiant attack on the penultimate lap cost him when a longer landing from the table-top nearest the crowd threw him into the braking bumps and pitched him off the saddle. Nursing pain in his back and neck Desalle was able to retrieve the bike and motored around the final lap-and-a-half to take fifth.

Team-mate Kevin Strijbos had a weekend to forget. The Belgian was not able to find a groove with the devilish hard-pack and the combination of mediocre starts and heavy arm-pump problems in the first moto eroded his capabilities for a top-five result. The Belgian struggled to 10th in the initial outing and a change of rear suspension helped improve his feeling for the second sprint. A better placing of ninth meant the same spot in the final MX1 ranking.

Desalle is third in the MX1 table and just 15 points behind Paulin while Strijbos is fifth and three points in front of Tommy Searle.

Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1 will now immediately prepare for freight with the factory RM-Z material due to be shipped to Beto Carrero where the Grand Prix of Brazil will entertain round seven of the FIM Motocross World Championship on May 19th.

Clement Desalle:

"What can I say? In the first moto I had good speed but I struggled the whole heat. I wasn't relaxed and couldn't find my rhythm. It was not so good, but also not so bad to finish third. In the next moto I was fourth at the start but it was the same thing: I was stuck behind Paulin and found it really difficult to pass. I couldn't find a way, and Cairoli was just ahead. In the last two laps I said to myself 'it's now or never'. I did a good lap-time and got really close to Paulin but had a big crash in the braking bumps and now I have pain everywhere. I picked up the bike and could finish the race but my neck and back is painful. I was in the medical centre and they said I was OK but if tomorrow it is worse then I will go for a scan on Tuesday. I just went into that jump a bit faster than previous laps and the bumps kicked me over the top. I can't remember if the bike hit me or not. It was a hard track but I liked it. I'm disappointed because I felt like I could win the GP. The two guys were just in front of me. Anyway, I did my best and I can only hope for some more fortune in the next races."

Kevin Strijbos:

"A bad weekend overall and I couldn't get going with the track. Yesterday I had arm-pump and had it again after the first lap of the first moto. I just rode around for the 40 minutes and couldn't pass riders that I normally would do in one corner. I was so angry after that race. We tried a new shock for the second moto and it was better and I had less arm-pump but couldn't find any aggression. I really don't know why. A bad GP: I expected a lot coming here because I've had some decent results in the past. I know the track gets rough and I can be good on it, but today was not my day."

MX1 Moto1: 1. Gautier Paulin (FRA, Kawasaki), 39:41.179; 2. Clement Desalle (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), +0:20.053; 3. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, KTM), +0:36.700; 4. Maximilian Nagl (GER, Honda), +0:41.427; 5. Jeremy van Horebeek (BEL, Kawasaki), +0:44.140; 6. Tommy Searle (GBR, Kawasaki), +0:46.236; 7. Ken de Dycker (BEL, KTM), +1:19.715; 8. David Philippaerts (ITA, Honda), +1:23.112; 9. Rui Goncalves (POR, KTM), +1:28.350; 10. Kevin Strijbos (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), +1:30.680.

MX1 Moto2: 1. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, KTM), 39:56.650; 2. Gautier Paulin (FRA, Kawasaki), +0:03.804; 3. Ken de Dycker (BEL, KTM), +0:08.306; 4. Tommy Searle (GBR, Kawasaki), +0:08.912; 5. Clement Desalle (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), +0:21.757; 6. Jeremy van Horebeek (BEL, Kawasaki), +0:23.805; 7. Maximilian Nagl (GER, Honda), +0:28.000; 8. David Philippaerts (ITA, Honda), +0:33.464; 9. Kevin Strijbos (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), +0:39.969; 10. Shaun Simpson (GBR, TM), +0:51.773.

MX1 Overall result: 1. Gautier Paulin (FRA, Kawasaki), 47 points; 2. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, KTM), 45 p.; 3. Clement Desalle (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), 38 p.; 4. Ken de Dycker (BEL, KTM), 34 p.; 5. Tommy Searle (GBR, Kawasaki), 33 p.; 6. Maximilian Nagl (GER, Honda), 32 p.; 7. Jeremy van Horebeek (BEL, Kawasaki), 31 p.; 8. David Philippaerts (ITA, Honda), 26 p.; 9. Kevin Strijbos (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), 23 p.; 10. Rui Goncalves (POR, KTM), 22 p.

MX1 World Championship Standings (after 6 of 17 rounds): 1. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, KTM), 280 points; 2. Gautier Paulin (FRA, Kawasaki), 242 p.; 3. Clement Desalle (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), 227 p.; 4. Ken de Dycker (BEL, KTM), 217 p.; 5. Kevin Strijbos (BEL, Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1), 183 p.; 6. Tommy Searle (GBR, Kawasaki), 180 p.; 7. Maximilian Nagl (GER, Honda), 132 p.; 8. Rui Goncalves (POR, KTM), 131 p.; 9. David Philippaerts (ITA, Honda), 112 p.; 10. Jeremy van Horebeek (BEL, Kawasaki), 109 p.

Agueda GP of Portugal Race Report - Rockstar BUD Racing Kawasaki

2013-05-20T06:54:51-07:00

French teenager Dylan Ferrandis scored a fifth place moto finish for Rockstar Bud Racing Kawasaki in the Portuguese round of the FIM World MX2 Motocross World Championship at Agueda. Newcomer Jason Clermont scored points in both races, for his first GP with the team.

Agueda has always been a demanding track, and for the first time since Thailand the riders had to face ‘hot temperatures’ with 25°C in Portugal. The ground was rough and slippery on Saturday, and was more wet on Sunday as the organisers watered the track during the night.

Now a top ten regular after a difficult start to the season as he recovered from injuries operation this winter, Dylan Ferrandis recorded his best result of the season to date when he crossed the finishing line in fifth place at the end of the first tough race around the demanding track in the hills 30 kilometres from the Atlantic coastline. A repeat or better performance was expected in the second race as the teenager charged through the field and was in fifth position again during the opening lap, but a wayward rival caused a collision, the impact snapping the chain of Ferrandis' machine to eliminate him from the race.

Deprived of the services of Valentin Teillet for the remainder of the series after specialists discovered more serious damage in his shoulder than had previously been diagnosed, Rockstar Bud Racing Kawasaki drafted in young Frenchman Jason Clermont for the weekend. Coming back to the GP’s, the former 85cc European Champion who was racing the MX1 class in France tested the bike a few days before the event; he responded admirably to the team’s expectations with points-scoring rides to nineteenth and fifteenth.

Dylan Ferrandis: “ I had a good feeling with this track right from the first practice session, and I qualified in fifth place. My start in the first race was great; I raced top six all race to finish fifth, even though I had some discomfort from pumped-up forearms as it’s the first the this season that I have been racing at the front of the pack. My second start was not as good but I made a lot of good passes on the first lap and had just passed Charlier before he jumped on my bike and my chain was broken with the impact. It’s frustrating, but I’ve no more physical problems and feel that I’m improving and I will soon be battling for podium results.”

Jason Clermont: “I only tested the bike a few hours before coming here, and it was great to come back to the GPs on a good 250. I had good lap times in the races, but I need to improve my starts, to be faster in the corners and be more aggressive during the first few laps to get better results. I came from a long way back in both races to score points each time, and this was a demanding track to race for my return to the GPs.”

Davi Millsaps podiums for the 12th time in Las Vegas

2013-05-20T06:54:47-07:00

Davi Millsaps: "Good Season. It's over. 2nd overall. Not too shabby. Gonna come back swinging next year. I did the best I could. It was fun, exciting and I'm looking forward to what's next to come."

Clement Desalle recovers from big crash to finish 3rd in Portugal!

2013-05-20T06:54:43-07:00

"What can I say? In the first moto I had good speed but I struggled the whole heat. I wasn't relaxed and couldn't find my rhythm. It was not so good, but also not so bad to finish third. In the next moto I was fourth at the start but it was the same thing: I was stuck behind Paulin and found it really difficult to pass. I couldn't find a way, and Cairoli was just ahead. In the last two laps I said to myself 'it's now or never'. I did a good lap-time and got really close to Paulin but had a big crash in the braking bumps and now I have pain everywhere. I picked up the bike and could finish the race but my neck and back is painful. I was in the medical centre and they said I was OK but if tomorrow it is worse then I will go for a scan on Tuesday. I just went into that jump a bit faster than previous laps and the bumps kicked me over the top. I can't remember if the bike hit me or not. It was a hard track but I liked it. I'm disappointed because I felt like I could win the GP. The two guys were just in front of me. Anyway, I did my best and I can only hope for some more fortune in the next races."

Agueda GP of Portugal Race Report - Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe

2013-05-20T06:54:35-07:00

Team Suzuki Press Office - May 5.

There were contrasting fortunes for Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe at Agueda for the Grand Prix of Portugal and across the continent in other competitions today.

Under hot sunshine for the sixth round of 17 in the FIM Motocross World Championship Max Anstie classified 10th overall on the factory-backed RM-Z250 while Jeremy Seewer was able to kick off his European EMX250 campaign - the feeder series to the MX2 class - with a podium result and third place.

Agueda, with 15,000 spectators through the weekend, was a bumpy, rutty and very rough prospect that was a challenge both physically and mentally through the limited overtaking chances away from a faster single line. Anstie was hampered by mediocre starts in his motos: The Brit had earlier showed good pace around the undulations with top three lap-times in the practice sessions. For the 35 minute and two-lap races Anstie fought through to ninth and 11th positions, recovering from a second moto crash to get near the top 10.

At the same event, Seewer competed earlier in the day and across a damper terrain. The track had been watered to help contain dust and create a softer surface and the European EMX125 (two stroke machinery) and EMX250 bore the brunt of the muddier conditions.

But first in front of the crowds was Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe team-mate Brian Hsu on the RM125. The teenager circulated just outside the upper-part of the leaderboard and a stomach problem in the second part of the single moto meant he could rise no higher than 11th.

Seewer wheeled out his RMZ-250 for the EMX250 sprint and was making decent laps to remain inside the top four. By the end of the race distance the stylish Swiss had moved up to third and launched his viable bid for the title with a solid result.

On the other side of Europe, Gianluca Facchetti took his RM85 to a double-moto victory at Montevarchi for the third round of five in the Italian Championship while Crisztian Tompa finished fourth overall in the latest outing of the European 85 series to now lead the standings.

The Grand Prix of Brazil at Beto Carrero will represent the next major international meeting for the Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe team on May 19th.

Max Anstie:

"Everything went well yesterday and I put in good times and we were third in both timed sessions; even when I went down in the qualification heat I was able to get up and move my way through. In both races I just felt like I was struggling. We didn't get out of the gate and I don't know why because we have been working so much on the start - it is all I have been doing during the week. On the track I felt like I was coming through OK but having to push very hard to pass. I made a few mistakes and went down in the second moto when I clipped some guy in the air. I was in the wrong place at the wrong time for a few moments today and it set me back. A shame; it could have been a much better weekend."

Jeremy Seewer:

"I'm happy with third in the first race but for sure the win would have been nicer. We have seven races to go so it was a solid way to start. I know I can do better and my goal is the title; top three overall for sure. I have to look towards Ernee and the Grand Prix of France now. The track was completely different today; yesterday it was dry and hard and because of the watering, it was deep and with many ruts. I didn't struggle but there was just one good line in the morning and it was difficult to pass another rider."

Brian Hsu:

"My physical condition was good today but I had a stomach ache from the middle of the moto. I just kept going and tried to get as far as I could. I didn't like the single moto final so much: It means just one chance. There is no second moto or second opportunity. Anyway, I'm enjoying the RM125 because there is plenty of power. With the 85 I was pushing the bike! I like the 125; it's great for learning."

MX2 Moto1: 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 39:53.240; 2. Jake Nicholls (GBR, KTM), +1:18.848; 3. Jose Butron (ESP, KTM), +1:21.605; 4. Christophe Charlier (FRA, Yamaha), +1:27.979; 5. Dylan Ferrandis (FRA, Kawasaki), +1:30.999; 6. Dean Ferris (AUS, Yamaha), +1:35.904; 7. Jordi Tixier (FRA, KTM), +1:37.301; 8. Mel Pocock (GBR, Yamaha), +1:40.715; 9. Max Anstie (GBR, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), +1:50.274; 10. Petar Petrov (BUL, Yamaha), -1 lap(s).

MX2 Moto2: 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 40:30.592; 2. Dean Ferris (AUS, Yamaha), +1:08.304; 3. Jordi Tixier (FRA, KTM), +1:10.100; 4. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, KTM), +1:13.897; 5. Christophe Charlier (FRA, Yamaha), +1:20.092; 6. Jose Butron (ESP, KTM), +1:27.409; 7. Alessandro Lupino (ITA, Kawasaki), +1:32.973; 8. Alexander Tonkov (RUS, Honda), -1 lap(s); 9. Mel Pocock (GBR, Yamaha), -1 lap(s); 10. Elliott Banks-Browne (GBR, KTM), -1 lap(s); 11. Max Anstie (GBR, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), -1 lap(s).

MX2 Overall result: 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 50 points; 2. Dean Ferris (AUS, Yamaha), 37 p.; 3. Jose Butron (ESP, KTM), 35 p.; 4. Jordi Tixier (FRA, KTM), 34 p.; 5. Christophe Charlier (FRA, Yamaha), 34 p.; 6. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, KTM), 26 p.; 7. Mel Pocock (GBR, Yamaha), 25 p.; 8. Jake Nicholls (GBR, KTM), 25 p.; 9. Alexander Tonkov (RUS, Honda), 22 p.; 10. Max Anstie (GBR, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), 22 p.

MX2 World Championship Standings (after 6 of 17 rounds): 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 300 points; 2. Jordi Tixier (FRA, KTM), 219 p.; 3. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, KTM), 183 p.; 4. Jose Butron (ESP, KTM), 178 p.; 5. Christophe Charlier (FRA, Yamaha), 171 p.; 6. Dean Ferris (AUS, Yamaha), 152 p.; 7. Max Anstie (GBR, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), 150 p.; 8. Jake Nicholls (GBR, KTM), 129 p.; 9. Alessandro Lupino (ITA, Kawasaki), 123 p.; 10. Mel Pocock (GBR, Yamaha), 112 p.

EMX125 Overall result: 1. Pauls Jonass (LAT, KTM), 30:29.862; 2. Henry Jacobi (GER, KTM), +0:10.869; 3. Nicolas Dercourt (FRA, Yamaha), +0:22.000; 4. Kade Tinkler (CAN, Suzuki), +0:35.795; 5. Calvin Vlaanderen (NED, KTM), +0:39.858; 6. Riccardo Righi (ITA, KTM), +0:45.004; 7. Joel Van Mechelen (NED, KTM), +1:01.199; 8. Tomasso Sileika (LAT, KTM), +1:17.597; 9. Frederik Van Der Vlist (NED, KTM), +1:27.174; 10. Emanuele Facchetti (ITA, KTM), +1:31.497; 11. Brian Hsu (GER, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), +1:38.082.

EMX 125 Standings (after 2 rounds): 1. Pauls Jonass (LAT, KTM), 75 points; 2. Calvin Vlaanderen (NED, KTM), 54 p.; 3. Nicolas Dercourt (FRA, Yamaha), 50 p.; 4. Henry Jacobi (GER, KTM), 49 p.; 5. Frederik Van Der Vlist (NED, KTM), 48 p.; 6. Anton Lundgren (SWE, KTM), 47 p.; 7. Riccardo Righi (ITA, KTM), 46 p.; 8. Kade Tinkler (CAN, Suzuki), 43 p.; 9. Ivan Baranov (RUS, KTM), 25 p.; 10. Lorenzo Ravera (ITA, KTM), 21 p.; 14. Brian Hsu (GER, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), 16 p.

EMX250 Overall result: 1. Valentin Guillod (SUI, KTM), 29:02.174; 2. Damon Graulus (BEL, KTM), +0:08.884; 3. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, Rockstar Energy Suzuki Europe), +0:09.955; 4. Ceriel Klein Kromhof (NED, KTM), +0:18.166; 5. Micha-Boy De Waal (NED, KTM), +0:34.859.

Colton Haaker Grabs First X Games Medal in Barcelona

2013-05-19T10:57:57-07:00

Congratulations to Colton Haaker who claimed silver in Men's Enduro X at X Games Barcelona! The first-time X Games medalist just narrowly missed racing veteran, Mike Brown, coming within inches of passing him at the last moment.

Ryan Nyquist Takes Silver in BMX Park at X Games Barcelona

2013-05-19T10:32:22-07:00

Congratulations to Ryan Nyquist who took silver in BMX Park! Although a bag of new tricks put him within reach of the top podium spot, it was veteran Gary Young who claimed the gold medal, for the first time in his X Games career.

2013 MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Season Opens in Acworth

2013-05-17T17:57:12-07:00

Acworth, Ga.– The world’s top professional wakeboarders opened the 22^nd season of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour in grand fashion today at Lake Acworth Beach. Taking to the water at Cauble Park, the season-opening day featured remarkable performances from a slew of athletes across all three divisions including last year’s Pro Men’s season champion Harley Clifford.

Looking as focused and talented as ever, MasterCraft team rider Clifford used the X-Star’s huge wake to put on a fan pleasing run that was highlighted by massive aerials, gravity-defying rotations and technical rail work. Clifford placed first in his heat, posted a division high-score of 90.00 and advanced to tomorrow’s quarterfinals. In addition to Clifford’s performance, fan favorite Rusty Malinoski also put in a top-tier run posting an 88.33 score to claim his heat and place him as a favorite going into the final day of competition.

“It’s great to start another season of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour here in Acworth,” said Chris Bischoff, competition director. “The city is great to work with, the venue is a favorite among the athletes and the conditions on the lake today, matched with the perfect wake from the X-Star, things were firing on all cylinders.”

The Pro Women also showed up in Acworth in top form. Leading the charge were Nicola Butler and Raimi Merritt, who both put in scores of 73.33 to tie for the day’s best among the females. The sport’s all-time winningest woman, Dallas Friday, also dropped a stellar score of 71.33 and will be among the six finalists tomorrow.

Wakeboarding’s future stars in the Overton’s Junior Pro Series competed at today’s event as well. Poised to have a huge year, Aussie-ripper Tony Iacconi had a perfect run posting the day’s only 100-point ride. The Junior Pro Men will commence competition again tomorrow with the semifinals elimination round followed by the finals.

Following the final rounds of action on Saturday, fans can stay for the jaw-dropping Polaroid Action Big-Air Contest. The event will feature top athletes performing exciting and innovative new tricks that aren’t typically attempted in a traditional contest setting.

Immediately following the event, a Block Party will be held in Historic Downtown Acworth that will feature an awards ceremony, live music, outdoor dining opportunities, and much more. The Block Party will run from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Parking will be available in Historic Downtown Acworth and shuttles will be running from various locations to bring visitors down to the party.

Tickets for Saturday’s finals are available online for $7 (46% off the gate price) and include an exclusive Overton’s discount code for online buyers only. Gate prices are: $13 (adult); $5 (ages 6-12); free (ages 5 and under).

For information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour presented by Rockstar Energy Drink, visit www.kingofwake.com.

Day 1 Results from the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Acworth

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 1 (Top 2 advance)

1. Christian Primrose 80.00

2. Austin Hair 78.33

3. Sam Crane 68.33

4. Daniel Powers 57.33

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 2

1. Jimmy LaRiche 83.33

2. Oli Derome 78.33

3. Keenan Allen 60.00

4. Ben Allbright 41.67

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 3

1. Shota Tezuka 73.33

2. Chad Sharpe 53.33

3. Ryan Anderson 26.67

4. Stephen Pierce 18.33

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 4

1. Aaron Rathy 81.67

2. Adam Errington 75.00

3. Brett Lee 61.00

4. Josh Twelker 45.00

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 5

1. Andrew Adkison 81.67

2. Danny Thollander 58.33

3. Jason Bannatyne 50.00

4. Brandon Lee 21.00

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 6

1. Tony Carroll 81.67

2. Jeff Langley 66.67

3. Vinny Knapp 43.33

4. Brad Smeele 36.67

Pro Men Qualifying Heat 7

1. Dean Smith 80.00

2. Trevor Hansen 71.67

3. Josh Palma 66.67

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 8

1. Rusty Malinoski 88.33

2. Kyle Rattray 76.67

3. Gunnar Shuler 46.67

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 9

1. Phil Soven 83.33

2. Pierce Homsey 66.67

3. Dylan Prideaux 46.67

Pro Men Qualifying Round Heat 10

1. Harley Clifford 90.00

2. Dante Digangi 40.00

3. Kirby Liesmann 35.00

Pro Women Semifinals Heat 1 (Top 2 advance)

1. Dallas Friday 71.67

2. Melissa Marquardt 55.00

3. Tarah Mikacich 53.33

4. Corrie Dyer 38.33

Pro Women Semifinals Heat 2

1. Raimi Merritt 73.33

2. Amber Wing 68.33

3. Emily Durham 61.67

4. Shelby King 41.67

5. Charlotte Bryant 35.00

Pro Women Semifinals Heat 3

1. Nicola Butler 73.33

2. Bee Gange 68.33

3. Taylor McCullough 61.67

4. Chloe Mills 53.33

5. Raequel Hoffman 43.33

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 1 (Top 2 advance)

1. Parker Siegele 93.00

2. Brad Teunissen 89.25

3. John Hunt 87.75

4. Ian Cole 50.75

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 2

1. Gordon Harrison 91.75

2. Yangsu Kim 86.00

3. Joey Buss 83.25

4. Justin Lee 79.00

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 3

1. Noah Flegel 97.75

2. Cory Teunissen 92.25

3. Jorge Gill 74.25

4. Arnie Watkins 70.50

5. James Loisel 65.25

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 4

1. Freddie Wayne 98.50

2. Gus Shuler 80.50

3. Robby Holihan 80.25

4. Jimmy Frandsen 76.25

5. Jeongwook Kim 64.50

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 5

1. Massi Piffaretti 97.25

2. Kyle Evans 83.00

3. Jamie McCauley 77.50

4. Damien Adam 73.75

5. Merrett Fay 68.50

Junior Pro Men Quarterfinals Heat 6

1. Tony Iacconi 100.00

2. Juan Mendez 83.75

3. Marc Kroon 78.75

4. Mac Schramm 73.25

5. Zachary Brown 64.25

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2013-05-17T17:44:40-07:00

ROCKSTAR & 7-ELEVEN SEAFAIR TICKET SWEEPSTAKE

2013-05-17T16:19:16-07:00

40 lucky residents of Washington will win a pair of tickets to Seafair event 7/31/13 - 8/1/13 complements of 7-Eleven Stores and Rockstar Energy.

Sammy C Invitational

2013-05-17T16:03:12-07:00

Sammy Carlson Invitational

Saturday, May 25th at 12pm PST at Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort

The world's best skiers hitting a big air jump into a massive wall ride!

Live Webcast featured on freeskier.com, newschoolers.com, inspiredmedia.tv, and more

Confirmed athletes include Tanner Hall, Sammy Carlson, Henrik Harlaut, Phil Casabon, Alex Bellemare, McRae Williams, Matt Walker, Willie Borm, Sean Jordan and more!

Mitchie Brusco & Elliot Sloan Podium in Skate Big Air at X Games Barcelona

2013-05-17T15:42:57-07:00

Bob Burnquist might have taken gold in Skateboard Big Air, but it was the young Mitchie Brusco who stole the show with the first ever 1080 landed in contest history!

Rockstar teammate Elliot Sloan rounded out the podium, grabbing the bronze.

Desalle Wins at Valence MX

2013-05-17T15:42:42-07:00

Rockstar Energy Suzuki World MX1's Clément Desalle took home the win at Valence MX in France this past weekend! Click on the banner for the full report.