Britain’s Max Anstie has secured a ride with the Honda Genuine Honda Racing team for the inaugural World Supercross series, lining up in the 250 class.

Anstie, a 10-year-plus powerhouse of motocross, is currently on a three-race stint in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series and recently posted an impressive sixth-place finish at the Southwick National aboard the teamā€™s CRF450R.

As he continues to build his racing resume, Anstie is sure to be a formidable 250cc competitor in the SX2 class. Born in Newbury, England, the FIM World Supercross Championshipā€™s first Grand Prix is in Anstieā€™s backyard giving him additional motivation as he competes for a podium in front of thousands of fans watching in stadium and millions watching worldwide.

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“Iā€™m very excited to be racing for Yarrive, Martin and the Honda Genuine Honda Racing team competing for an FIM-sanctioned world championship. Itā€™s the chance of a lifetime, and Iā€™m thrilled to be a part of a race team with a rich history in the sport,” said Anstie.

“Growing up in England, I dreamt of competing in front of my friends, family and thousands of die-hard supercross fans, and now I have that opportunity in Cardiff, so Iā€™ll be ready to take advantage and am looking forward to competing.”