National Cross Country Championship - Porterville | Round 5

The penultimate round of the Cross Country National Championship that took place near Porterville in the Western Cape this weekend was a bitter sweet one for Husqvarna Racing.

In what was described as a very challenging weekend on many fronts ranging from fuel shortage problems due to longer and faster than expected laps. “It was Brett Swanepoel’s crafty approach and smart race craft that saved the day and he fought back to claim the overall win once again,” said Grant Frerichs from Husqvarna Motorcycles South Africa."We came away from Cape Town National with a good points lead, it was a real challenging day in all aspects but we managed to put up a good fight to the end and bring home the overall," a clearly relieved Swanepoel said. Heading into the final round it bodes well for him to retain the red plate when the championship heads to Virginia trails KZN."Another challenging weekend with a whole host of bad luck but I showed I have the speed in time trial lapping a minute faster than anyone else but the fuel was a problem for us and unfortunately ruined my chance for another overall win but there is 1 more round left for redemption and I will make sure I give myself and the team the best chance possible" commented a despondent Michael Docherty.

NATIONAL ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP, ROUND 3 | BATHURST

The National Enduro Championship travelled to the Eastern Cape town of Bathurst this weekend for the second to last round of the season. Husqvarna Racing secured a significant feat with both riders finishing top of the class as well as sliding into an impressive 1, 2 on the overall results of the day.

The route out at Bathurst is a rider favourite on the National Championship circuit and it was clear that Brett Swanepoel felt the same wringing his FE350 unchallenged to Winterberg’s top spot. “I started off first and managed to stay out in front all day, though I normally struggle to find speed on the first lap but I have been trying to get that sorted and seems to be working” Swanepoel said smilingly.

Swanepoel went on to say: “The track was awesome and definitely one of the best Enduros I've raced, the guys down here are really passionate and there is also a lot of racing heritage at the Winterberg and that shows.”Team mate Kyle Flanagan was also beaming after the event and went as far as saying he even had some gas left in the tank. He continued: “the track was really cool, in CPT we have pretty limited riding places and the terrain doesn’t change too much so to be back in a wet, slippery river bed made me feel at home!”

“I think that kept me going even when I started getting a bit tired on the last 2 laps” he said. He finished by saying: “Overall, the bike was a lot of fun to race, I think the organizers did a good job of putting the event together and it was great to be back banging bars with the boys!”Grant Frerichs, Group Marketing Manager commented: "Winterton was a perfect day for Husqvarna racing. Brett cemented his dominance in the 2022 season by winning once again and extending his championship lead and the fill-in ride for Kyle Flanagan couldn’t have gone any better with a class win and second overall. We are extremely happy with the weekend's results and look forward to the last round of National Enduro where Brett Swanepoel looks to claim his 8th South African championship."

This year’s boat show is taking an interesting twist with Linex Yamaha Randburg, Linex Yamaha Lynnwood and World of Yamaha Sandton joining forces to bring you the biggest boat show in Joburg. 

Taking place on the 2nd to 4th of September 2022 at the World of Yamaha in Johannesburg, the organisers boast that more than 60 boats will be on display, ranging from new and used offshore boats, to imported boats and more with trusted personnel and experts in the leisure industry to provide you with all the information you need. With a day fit for the entire family, children's entertainment will range from various activities including jumping castles, face painters and games for all ages. Guaranteed to be a weekend decked out with numerous sporting activities, MotoGP and Rugby enthusiasts can catch all the sports action broadcast inside World of Yamaha’s state-of-the-art Theatre. Making sure, you never miss a catch in a sea full of fish, renowned angler Mark de la Hey will be on the line-up dishing out all the privileged fishing tips you will ever need. 

Entrance is free with spot prizes on all days. Grab your beer jug, family, and friends because you do not want to miss Joburg’s biggest boat show.