Conrad Mewse steps up to MXGP with fill-in ride for Thomas Kjer Olsen

By Team TMX on 15th Jul 22

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Conrad Mewse has been given the opportunity to compete in the MXGP class on the DIGA Procross KTM Racing Team's KTM 450 SX-F.

Mewse, who has already shown his skills several times in the MX2 World Championship and until recently competed with his own team in the MX2 World Championship, will compete for the German DIGA Procross KTM Team in the MXGP class from the MXGP of the Czech Republic.

The 23-year-old Briton has done several tests on KTM SX-F 450s over the last few weeks to prepare himself as well as possible for the challenge.

Justin Amian: "We have been considering for a long time whether to sign a replacement for Thomas Kjer Olsen for the rest of the season. With Conrad Mewse, we were able to win over a young and talented athlete and are looking forward to working together."

Conrad Mewse's reaction to the fill-in ride that will keep him in the MXGP class for the remaining rounds of the season: "I'm excited to take on a new challenge with the DIGA Procross KTM racing team this weekend in Loket. I have kindly been given a great opportunity to ride a very strong bike for such a professional team for the remaining GPs of 2022. I can't thank Anthony at Stebbings for allowing me to take this opportunity, as well as all my other personal sponsors for their loyalty and support. Many thanks to Justin Amian and all parties involved for believing in me."

After a serious crash in the qualifying race for the MXGP of Latvia in Kegums, DIGA Procross KTM Racing athlete Thomas Kjer Olsen is on the road to recovery. But due to the severity of the injury and the lengthy rehabilitation, TKO will unfortunately not be able to take part in any more races this year.

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