Rising Dutch Star Lotte Van Drunen Joins De Baets MXGP Team, Set for Exciting 2024 Season
Lotte Van Drunen has switched from Kawasaki to the De Baets MXGP Team and is set to make a mark in the THOR Mini O's in the USA. The 16-year-old Dutch rider's transition and upcoming challenges were detailed in a recent press release.
Key Takeaways:
Lotte Van Drunen, a promising motocross talent from the Netherlands, announced her departure from her Kawasaki team to join the De Baets MXGP Team, signalling a pivotal step in her career.
Van Drunen is scheduled to compete in the upcoming THOR Mini O's in the USA, backed by the Official Yamaha Factory Amateur NSA Team, showcasing her international aspirations.
In her new alignment with the De Baets team and Yamaha, Van Drunen aims to leverage the strengths of her new team and Yamaha's powerful YZ250F bike to achieve her racing and championship ambitions.
Dutch motocross sensation Lotte Van Drunen has recently made headlines with her announcement of a new deal, beginning in 2024, with the De Baets MXGP Team. At just 16 years old, Van Drunen is leaving her Kawasaki team to embark on a new journey that includes a significant move to the De Baets MXGP Team and a promising future in competitive motocross.
In addition to her team change, Van Drunen is set to compete in the THOR Mini O's in the USA, receiving support from the Official Yamaha Factory Amateur NSA Team.
According to the De Baets MXGP Team's press release, Yamaha Motor Europe is enthusiastic about Van Drunen's addition to the Yamaha family. The young rider will participate in the FIM Women's Motocross World Championship season and beyond, riding the GYTR kitted YZ250F with the support of the De Baets Yamaha Supported MX team. Van Drunen expressed her excitement for this new chapter:
"I am excited for this new challenge and a fresh start in new colours. I know Yamaha has a strong bike and the best program for their young riders, which fits perfectly with me and my goals to win races and championships. I think this is exactly what I need to take my career to the next level, and I’m looking forward to seeing what we can achieve."
Thorsten Lentink, Yamaha Motor Europe MX Racing Coordinator, emphasised their excitement in welcoming Van Drunen to the team. He commented:
"We are thrilled to welcome Lotte Van Drunen to the Yamaha family. Lotte's passion, skill, and determination align perfectly with our core values. After an incredible rookie season in WMX this year, we are excited to reach a multi-year agreement with her. We’re looking forward to seeing what she can achieve aboard our GYTR kitted YZ250F together with the De Baets Yamaha Supported Team in the future. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Yamaha Motor USA and The National Sheriff’s Association Factory Yamaha Amateur Team for their support in facilitating her adventure in the USA later this month.”
