National Motocross Championship | Round 4 | Richards Bay Results

An early brisk morning in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal at the legendary Teza MX track began the start of Round 4 of the Official Motorsport South African Motocross National. Spectators lined the banks of the amazing elevation track, with gazebos set up to enjoy the entire day watching the best motocross racing in South Africa. A variety of vendors kept everyone fed and hydrated, and the festivities continued with Veranda Panda’s performance, keeping the crowd entertained post-race.

The Husqvarna Racing Team faced a rollercoaster weekend of highs and lows at the fourth round of the South African National Motocross Championship held at the renowned Teza Motocross track. Teza is considered one of the most challenging tracks in the country with both hard-packed and sandy sections as well as big elevation changes. Bike setup is integral to a successful weekend with the variety of terrain the track has. The Husqvarna team entered the weekend ready to test their limits on the demanding course, but unforeseen challenges would test their mettle.

Cocker showed impressive speed throughout the weekend, qualifying well in the MX1 class. However, a run of bad starts made things difficult early on. In the first heat, Cocker fought back from a tough starting position to secure a hard-earned second-place finish. The second heat presented another challenge when his bike cut out just before the gates dropped, forcing him to chase the pack from behind. Despite the setback, Davin battled his way through the field to finish fourth. His combined results landed him a strong second-place podium finish overall in the MX1 class.

“Practice went well, qualifying in third place. I knew I had the speed to push even harder and identified areas for improvement. I’m very happy to finish second overall. This is my best result so far this season and gives me a confidence boost heading into the next rounds.”

Cocker commented,

Coming into the Teza round, Barend du Toit aimed to leave behind his earlier season struggles. Motivated to establish himself as a contender in the MX2 class, Barend got off to a great start by grabbing the holeshot in the first heat. Unfortunately, his promising run was cut short when his bike highsided on the first jump, resulting in a crash. Thankfully, Barend escaped serious injury and continued the race. The second heat demanded a cautious approach as he raced through pain to secure a sixth-place finish overall in the MX2 class.

“The fourth round was definitely eventful. I had a tough crash in the first heat, which was a setback considering I felt good coming into the weekend.”

Du Toit reflected,

“Despite the setbacks, both Davin and Barend showed incredible grit and tenacity for the weekend. We’re proud of their performances and are eager to carry this fighting spirit into the upcoming rounds.”

Team manager, Kerim Fitz-Gerald, added,

The Husqvarna Racing Team looks to build on the positives from the Teza round and gain momentum as they head into the next races of the South African National Motocross Championship.

The Red Bull KTM Team continued their winning streak at the fourth round of the South African National Motocross Championship held at the challenging Teza Motocross track. Located near Richards Bay, Teza’s demanding layout pushed riders to their limits, but the KTM squad rose to the occasion, showcasing a combination of experience, teamwork, and raw talent.

Championship leader Cameron Durow defied a gruelling travel schedule to extend his undefeated streak in his respective classes. Having just returned from competing in the USA on Tuesday, Durow displayed remarkable focus to dominate the weekend. Despite the challenging travel, he kept his head down and maintained a consistent pace, strategically avoiding unnecessary risks to secure another flawless victory.

“It was a tough but rewarding weekend. I’m thrilled to keep my perfect season going. My main goal was to have fun and ride smart. I didn’t want to take any big chances that could jeopardize the win.”

Durow commented,

Luke Grundy made his talents known, securing a well-deserved second-place finish overall in the MX2 class. Grundy’s impressive performance included a highlight-reel holeshot and a thrilling battle with his teammate for the lead in the second heat. Prior to the race, Grundy collaborated with his mechanic, Kevin Tyrer, to fine-tune his transition from practice bike to race bike, a change that clearly paid off on the track.

“After a rough start in the first heat, I was determined to grab the holeshot in the second moto. I can’t deny I’m happy with how that turned out! It was fantastic battling Cameron for the lead for a few laps. Once he passed me, I focused on maintaining the gap to the rider in third and bringing home a strong second-place finish.”

Grundy reflected,

Trey Cox entered the Teza round hungry for his first overall victory in the High School class. His quest was briefly challenged by a second-lap crash in the first heat, but he bounced back to secure an impressive second-place finish. The second heat saw him overcome another hurdle – a poor start – before battling through the pack to claim victory. This win secured him the coveted overall win for the class. Despite his success, Cox remains focused on the championship lead. Currently only two points behind the leader, his sights are set on securing the red plate as soon as possible.

“This weekend is a mixed bag for me. While I’m excited to get my first overall win in High School finally, I missed out on gaining crucial championship points. Ultimately, that red plate is my main goal, but I am happy with how the weekend went and I am dead set on trying my best to claim the red plate!”

Cox commented:

“What an incredible weekend for the Red Bull KTM Team! Cameron continues to fly the orange flag high and maintain his perfect season despite his travel schedule. Really happy for Luke for claiming second in MX2 and his fantastic holeshot. Proud of Trey’s fighting spirit in securing his first overall win in the High School class. We are very excited for what the rest of the season holds in store.”

said Team Manager, Kerim Fitz-Gerald

Race Results

MX1:

1. Cameron Durow
2. Davin Cocker
3. Dean Wheeler
4. Marco De Vrye
5. Joshua Mlimi
6. Johan Vogelesang

MX2:

1. Cameron Durow
2. Luke Grundy
3. Jonathan Mlimi
4. Jordan Van Wyk
5. Ricky Raaff
6. Barend Du Toit

MX3:

1. Dean Wheeler
2. Levi Doherty
3. Jason Hill
4. Kyle Bradford

MX Senior Support:

1. Brandon Wheeler
2. Adam Bac
3. Sean Strunkheide
4. Astin Allin
5. Blane Gaugain
6. Kyle Davey

MX Vets:

1. Jonathan Du Plooy
2. Morne Janse van Rensburg
3. Brett Field
4. Warrick Peeters
5. Jonathan Hubbard

MX Ladies:

1. Kayla Raaff
2. Leah Heygate
3. Mienka Cawood
4. Ivana Venter
5. Jessica Osner
6. Zoe Botha

MX High School & Supermini:

1. Trey Cox
2. Tristan Durow
3. Ryan Adler
4. Aiden Henley
5. Matthew Correia
6. Jean Visser

85cc:

1. Trent Valsecchi
2. Trenton Kretzmann
3. Cruz Martin
4. Evan Frost
5. Kabelo Ledwaba
6. Maxwell Fourie

65cc:

1. Brody Bircher
2. Ross Mackenzie
3. Rayden Woolls
4. Rhys Carl Wentzel
5. Troy Ryan Wentzel
6. Viv Cameron Howell

50cc:

1. Riley Geldenhuys
2. Joshua-Zion Naude
3. Luan Jordaan
4. Trey Dean
5. Travis Hart
6. Reestin Bartlett

The championship heads back to KwaZulu-Natal for Round 5 at Thunder Valley in Pietermaritzburg on July 27, 2024.