[American Motorcyclist Association] - Slovakia ready to welcome 90th ISDE

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The highly anticipated running of the 90th FIM International Six Days Enduro sees the prestigious event make its home in Kosice, Slovakia, Sept. 7-12 as it returns to Slovakia for the first time since 2005.

The longest running and one of the most important events on the international enduro calendar, this year’s race will again welcome riders from all over the world. With enduro sport in Kosice dating back to the 1960s when the first two enduro clubs were founded, Slovakia is keen to show it’s strong, successful and proud enduro history.

As defending champions, France travel to Slovakia eager to capture their fourth consecutive FIM World Trophy team victory. One of enduro’s leading nations in recent times, the six-strong team of Marc Bourgeois – Yamaha, Anthony Boissiere – Sherco, Loic Larrieu – Sherco, Antoine Basset – Sherco, Jeremy Joly – KTM and Mathias Bellino – Husqvarna start the week-long event with the biggest target on their backs. But unlike in previous years, they will not have the advantage of past ISDE individual winners Pela Renet and Christophe Nambotin to help them lead the way.

Runners-up to France in the Argentina event, the U.S. team arrives in Kosice chasing their debut ISDE win. Coming close to victory during the last few years, they have learned from their previous mistakes and are determined to make 2015 the year they finally stand on the top step of the ISDE podium.

Third overall in 2014, Spain's team was somewhat understated in Argentina. Starting their week quietly, they gradually chipped away at a podium result. With all six riders impressing well in the 2015 FIM Enduro World Championship, Spain has the ability to deliver repeated success this year.

Making the long trip from the Southern Hemisphere, Australia is focused on returning to the ISDE podium in 2015. Led by current FIM Enduro 3 World Champion Matt Phillips – KTM, the Australians, like all competitors, will first have to get their riders to the finish of day six of what is expected to be a tough, but enjoyable event.

Determined to deliver an impressive result on home turf, host nation Slovakia has the ability to shake things up. With local knowledge to their advantage, plus the support of their country behind them, the team will be giving it their all to secure a top five result. With a total of twenty-three nations contesting the FIM World Trophy classification, the fight for top honors is set to become an exciting one.

FIM Junior World Trophy Podium Finishers in 2014. Photo: FIM/g2fmedia.com

In the FIM Junior World Trophy class, USA’s Grant Baylor – Yamaha, Steward Baylor – KTM, Nicholas David – Husqvarna and Michael Layne – Honda start as defending champions. Worthy winners in 2014, the team is focused on repeating that winning result in Slovakia. However, with teams like France, Germany, Australia, Czech Republic, Finland and Great Britain all in the mix, the battle for victory is too close to call.

In the FIM Women’s World Trophy competition, it is Australia who once again looks to be the strongest nation. Simply unbeatable during last year’s race in Argentina, the Australian trio of Jessica Gardiner – Sherco, Tyla Jones – Yamaha and Jemma Wilson – Yamaha remain unchanged for 2015. The United States, Finland, France, Slovakia and Sweden all hope to offer a serious challenge.

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About the FIM
The FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 112 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognized as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country Rallies and Speedway. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994.



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