If there was a prize for most passes made in yesterday’s MX2 qualifying race at round one of the FIM Motocross Word Championship in Argentina then Team HRC’s Calvin Vlaanderen has to be a candidate.
The 21-year-old South African was boxed in around the first turn and was only 15th after the opening lap but fought his way back up the field, making a pass stick for fifth with one lap to go.
“Overall it was a good day,” he said. “I’m happy with the result of the qualifying race. We worked well as a team and we were able to make some good steps forward between the two practice sessions and the qualifying race.
“There’s always excitement and a bit of nerves too before the first GP but I’m happy we got the day out of the way smoothly and safely. We did what we have to do and we have a good gate pick so I’m feeling good.
“The bike works well and I hope we can get a better start in the races and get in the mix at the front of the field.”