Gozo vs Sicily motocross with Gozitan, Maltese and Sicilian riders

by Gozo News · November 5, 2019

Gozo vs Sicily – Part II took place on Sunday, at Ta Xhajma Motocross Track. Organised by the Gozo Motocross Association, the afternoon proved to be a huge success, with a large crowd turning out to watch the races between Gozitan, Maltese and Sicilian riders.

The GMA said that it was truly a fun day as veterans and young athletes participated in this unique event.

The youngest riders, 13 year old Antoine Muscat and 14 year old Mark Camilleri, put on a great show, while the veteran class was just as exciting with the participation of Antonino Muscolino, who is the second eldest active motocross rider in Sicily at the age of 71.

Peppe Cernuto, coordinator of the Sicilian riders said that he had enjoyed his time here in Gozo. Saying he had received the warmest of welcomes and praised the Gozitan organisation.

Cernuto added that he loved riding Ta Xhajma track and together with the GMA president Frank Xuereb, promised to continue this collaboration between the two islands next year.

Female riders Nicole Cutajar and Emma Xuereb also participated in Class D.

Here are the results of the day:

Class A:

1- Kyle Camilleri, 2- Steve Xuereb, 3- Garry Debono

Class B:

1- Daniel Portelli, 2: Robert Spiteri, 3: Jorn Stellini

Class C:

1- Sylvan Caruana, 2- Peppe Cernuto, 3- Anthony Fenech

Class D:

1- Michael Sant, 2- Steve Cassar, 3- Mark Attard

Veteran Class

1- Frank Xuereb, 2- Antonino Muscolino, 3- Mark Camilleri

This event was fuelled by Enemed and also supported by Ravenol. The Ministry for Gozo and the Gozo Sports Board also supported this fantastic event.

President Frank Xuereb presented trophies to the winners and distributed Ravenol merchandise to the riders.

Round 2 of the Gozo Motocross Championship 2019-20, will be held next Sunday, the 10th of November, races start at 1pm

Greek motocross rider Dimitris Keramidas, three times East European Champion and Greek title holder for the last 30 years, will be joining the riders on Sunday for this event. Do not miss it!

To keep up to date with information please see the GMA facebook page.