Alberto Forato and Fantic Secure Top 6 at MXGP of Germany
Alberto Forato finished sixth overall at the MXGP of Germany, with teammate Brent Van doninck achieving a season-best ninth place in race 1.
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What Happened
Alberto Forato put the Fantic XXF 450 sixth overall with a strong showing in tough conditions. There were positives for Brent Van doninck too, with a season-best ninth place in race 1. The MXGP of Germany offered a promising start for the Fantic Factory Racing MXGP team.
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Forato secured this after a strong ride in race 1 and a recovery in race 2.
“Overall, it was definitely a positive weekend here in Germany. The feeling was good from Saturday... We can be pleased with how far we have come so far.”
“I felt like I made a big improvement this weekend. Already on Saturday, I felt better with my riding. Race 1 on Sunday was really positive, finishing ninth. It is a shame to end the weekend like this... Still, we take the positives and try again next week.”
Why this matters
The result shows Fantic's competitive progress in MXGP, moving Forato into the top 10 of the championship standings.
Terms in This Story
- MXGP
- Motocross Grand Prix, the premier international motocross championship.
- Fantic XXF 450
- A 450cc motocross motorcycle manufactured by Fantic.
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