South African rider Diego de Ponte will continue his European racing campaign after being announced as part of the IUM Motorsports line up for Round 2 of the MotoJunior GP Championship at the Circuito do Estoril in Portugal on 13 and 14 June 2026.

Following a strong start to his 2026 ESBK season, where he has secured four podium finishes from four races, de Ponte will step up as a wildcard entry with the team’s Stock European Championship programme.

His participation marks another opportunity for South African motorsport fans to follow a local rider competing on the international stage as he continues to build valuable experience in European competition.

All eyes will be on Estoril as de Ponte looks to continue his impressive form and add another chapter to a promising 2026 season.

Photo: IUM Motorsports

Motorsport South Africa (MSA) will host a dedicated Motocross Marshal Training Programme on 13 June 2026 at Legends MX Track as part of preparations for the upcoming MXGP of South Africa.

Supported by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), the training forms part of MSA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening motorsport safety standards and ensuring that officials and marshals are equipped with the knowledge and practical experience required to support events at both national and international level.

The comprehensive one day programme will combine classroom based theory with practical trackside training, providing participants with a solid understanding of the roles and responsibilities of motocross marshals.

Key modules will include:

• Flag signalling procedures and trackside communication
• Incident management and rider safety protocols
• Emergency response and fire awareness
• Radio communication and race control procedures
• Marshal positioning and track safety management
• Practical trackside exercises and simulated incident scenarios

“Marshals and officials play a vital role in the successful delivery of every motorsport event. Their commitment, professionalism and dedication are fundamental to ensuring a safe and well managed environment for competitors, teams and spectators,” said MSA CEO, Vic Maharaj.

“With South Africa preparing to host MXGP, it is essential that we continue investing in the development of our officials and marshals. This programme provides both new and experienced volunteers with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and practical experience while contributing to the successful delivery of world class motorsport events.”

The initiative forms part of MSA’s broader strategy to develop and support officials across all disciplines of the sport. Participants who successfully complete the programme will contribute to a growing national network of trained marshals capable of supporting events throughout South Africa.

The training is open to both aspiring new marshals and experienced officials who wish to formalise and expand their knowledge of motocross officiating.

Anyone interested in becoming a marshal or attending the training programme is encouraged to contact Motorsport South Africa by emailing info@motorsport.co.za for further information and booking details.

Event Details
• Date: 13 June 2026
• Venue: Legends MX Track
• Programme: Motocross Marshal Training
• Hosted by: Motorsport South Africa with the support of the FIM

Together, we continue to build a stronger and safer future for South African motorsport.

South African motocross fans can officially mark their calendars as the FIM Motocross World Championship returns to Johannesburg on 5 July 2026 for the South African Grand Prix at the Terra Topia Motocross Track.

The highly anticipated event will bring the world’s top motocross riders back to local soil as the 2026 MXGP season heads into one of its key championship rounds. Fans can expect world class racing across both the MXGP and MX2 categories, with some of the biggest names in international motocross set to line up in Johannesburg.

Current stars including Romain Febvre, Jeffrey Herlings and Tim Gajser are expected to feature as the battle for championship points continues through a packed 19 round calendar. With the level of competition continuing to rise each season, the South African round is expected to play an important role in the title fight.

The return of MXGP to South Africa marks a major moment for local motocross and motorsport fans alike, offering spectators the opportunity to witness international competition at the highest level right here at home.

Supporters can look forward to a full weekend of motocross action, international talent and an electric atmosphere trackside at Terra Topia.

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