The Muc-Off/ClubMX/FXR/Yamaha team announced the signing of amateur standout Alex Fedortsov. He will make his professional debut at round one of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Fox Raceway.
The 18-year-old Russian rider recently won the SMX Next Championship in Pittsburgh and will sport the number 784 in honor of Jeffrey Herlings.
“I really have nothing more to prove to myself in the amateur ranks, and I feel I can do a good job for the team starting with the outdoor season this year,” said Fedortsov. “It’s a bit of a risk, but one I am willing to take at this point in my career. The Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX team has always been supportive of my decisions, and I am very thankful for their support into the pros. It is actually a dream come true for me; it is what every kid dreams about, and now I get to actually do it. I would like to thank Donnie Luce and Yamaha, too. They allowed me to participate in the SMX Next program, and they support my transition to the pros.”
“It is rare to have talents in both Motocross and Supercross at such a young age,” said team owner Brandon Haas. “Alex impressed me every step of the way, and bringing home the SMX Next Championship was icing on the cake.” CN
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