Newly-crowned Aprilia Superteen Champion Max Cook has already taken the next step forward in his career after signing with the Repli-Cst Racing squad for next year’s British Motostar Championship.

Cook dominated this year’s ThundersportGB-run tiddler class and has also been invited to take part in the Red Bull Rookies selection event at the end of the year. He replaces the departing Charlie Nesbitt in Gary Dawson’s team who were involved in Cook’s Superteen effort.

“I am really happy and excited to be riding for Repli-Cast UK Racing next year in the Moto3 class.  I’ve known Gary and the team for a couple of years, as they’ve helped with my racing and have already made me feel like part of the family.  I’ve also known my team-mate TJ Toms since I started racing and we’re great mates, so the team atmosphere will be brill and loads of fun,” said Cook.

“I hope this winter break is a quick one, as I can’t wait to get my hands on the Moto3 bike and race against some of the best riders in Europe.  I’m so grateful Gary is giving me this opportunity and I’ll do my absolute best and listen to the team as I’ve got a lot to learn next year, which I hope will mean I’ll progress well in my rookie year.  I’d also like to thank my old team, KJD Racing, who helped and supported me loads last year in getting me to this point.”