It’s nearly here… after much anticipation, the gates are open at Foxhill, and everything is gearing up for the 2022 VMXdN at Foxhill to be an epic weekend of race action.
There will be plenty of racing for you to get your Super Evo, Evo and 2 Stroke juices flowing but the Team races are the ones not to be missed.
Let’s take a look at the main contenders…
Spearheaded by the British squad of Kurt Nicoll, Mel Pocock and Brad Anderson, you would be a brave man to bet against these three lions for Team Great Britain.
However, the American squad has traditionally been strong at the nations, and this vet’s event is no different. With so many national championships and Des Nations team achievements between them, the line-up of Mike Brown, Ryan Villopoto and Zach Osborne will surely be a severe threat for the win.
The Northern Irish squad are no strangers to victory. The team comprises of Gordon Crockard, Nev Bradshaw and Graeme Irwin, and these guys are prepared to battle for the win, running numbers 1,2 and 3.
Team Wales is again fielding a solid entry with Shane Carless, Andrew Gillett and Gary Davies. Team Belgium has their shining star in former Grand Prix regular team Kawasaki’s Kevin Strijbos.
The big names don’t stop there; with Mark Eastwood, Jake Nichols, Adam Lyons, Bryan Mackenzie and Phil Mercer all lining up to do battle, the sparks are sure to fly.
You can already taste the anticipation of 40 of the world’s best vet riders on immaculately prepared 20-year-old two strokes. All on the pipe, hammering down into the valley. The place lit up with the sound of AC/DC and Sandstorm and the obligatory air horns echoing across the valley.
With teams from the UK, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, USA, Germany, Southern Ireland, Denmark, and Holland all entered, it is genuinely an international entry. One sure to provide some quality racing when the gate drops on August 27th.
The gates open at midday on Thursday, August 25th. Alongside the racing action, there is plenty to keep you entertained with live music, superstars of our sport on hand, and some of the largest brands in motocross launching their 2023 gear.
The Schedule
Practice begins at 9am on Saturday with the first race being at 11.30am
On Sunday the first race is at 9.30am
Race Order
The races will be run in the below order:
Evo Ultra
Evo Plus
Evo Over 50’s
Evo 125
Super Evo Open
Evo Open
VMXdN Foxhill Team Race
Super Evo 125
Spectator Tickets
▪️ Friday, August 26th, 8 am – 8 pm
▪️ Saturday, August 27th, 7.30 am – 8 pm
▪️ Sunday, August 28th, 7 am-1 pm
The entertainment kicks off on Thursday Evening with Show’N’Shine. This is a two-stroke show on steroids. Everyone is welcome to bring their machine along whether or not they have an entry. If you own a Honda, check out the @hondaukmotorcycles feed ahead of the event, as they are looking for honda owners who will be at the event.
On Friday evening, we have rider interviews, and then it’s time to tune into your inner rock child as there is live music from Bon Giovi. These guys are the world’s premier tribute act to Bon Jovi and tour worldwide.
Saturday Night, there are more rider interviews followed by live music from The Audio Allstars. This fabulous award-winning party band’s repertoire is current, varied, always engaging, and designed to appeal to guests of all ages. They bring energy, fun and positivity and will have us all dancing the night away and cheering for more.
Foxhill MX Track
Foxhill
Liddington
Swindon
SN4 0DR
NORTHERN IRELAND
Gordon Crockard
Neville Bradshaw
Graeme Irwin
WALES
Shane Carless
Andrew Gillett
Gary Davies
USA
Mike Brown
Zach Osborne
Ryan Villopoto
B&I VINTAGE BELGIUM
Kevin Strijbos
Mike Vanderstraeten
Danny Wauters
GREAT BRITAIN
Kurt Nicoll
Mel Pocock
Brad Anderson
SCOTLAND
Bryan Mackenzie
Gavin Robertson
Rider TBA
FAIRHURST WESSEX
Mark Eastwood
Phil Mercer
Jake Nicolls
GERMANY
Hardy Schadenberg
Michael Roth
Ronny Herlitschke
NORTH OF ENGLAND
Lee Holland
Richard Mason
John Butler
MUNSTER IRELAND
David O’Connor
Hilton Hincks
Garry Sullivan
DENMARK
John Egholm
Mogens Nielsen
Peter Skov Larsen
HOLLAND
Paul Dijkstra
Tom Hemmelder
Peter Bergsma
ULSTER
Trevor Cubitt
Adam Lyons
Philip Loughlin