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Recently the Austrian based company released the following: “In 2007 we decided to give support to all registered riders in all in all national and international championships, with the idea to help also organizators and event managers. But from the beginning HSR-Benelli has been receiving pressure from different organizations and federations which have tried to stop our spirit of innovation. So at this point, our position is that there is no possibility of supporting racing now, as there is no straight structure and common understanding. For these reasons, we have taken the decision not to follow with the race support program this year, but we hope in the future we can give again full support to the sport.”

Upstate Watercraft Promotions, in conjunction with the Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau are pleased to announce that the City of Syracuse will be the host site of the 2008 Toyota US Open of Watercross; May 31 – June 1, 2008. The Toyota US Open of Watercross is expected to draw one of the largest gatherings of competitors in the country; participants are expected to travel from all over the country in pursuit of the champion title and a cash purse of over $10,000 dollars. The Toyota US Open is probably personal watertcraft racing’s most prestigious event and winning here means earning a place in watercross history. The Toyota US Open of Watercross will be held on the northern-end of Onondaga Lake in Syracuse NY – this lake has not been without its controversy. Once considered a “dead” lake, Onondaga Lake is a water success story – Onondaga Lake now hosts high school crew team practice and Pro Bass fishermen competitions. Any questions about the water quality can be directed to: Jon Cooley, Onondaga County Parks Department PO Box 146 Liverpool NY 13088 (315) 451-7275 ext. 107 JonCooley@ongov.net

IJSBA World Moto Surf Championship to be held in Australia on May 4, 2008 On Sunday 4th May, some of the worlds best jetski riders will compete in the World Surf Moto, held in Australia for the third year running.This is the first year the surf titles have been held at Kingscliff and organisers are expecting a huge turnout. Riders will battle it out in the biggest and meanest surf in the world. Spectators are more than welcome to come and watch the racing (free entry) with some of the world and Australia’s best ski, runabout & sport riders who will be after a World Title. Riders from New Zealand and America are expected to attend. Past competitors at this event include Dustin Farthing, Chris Fischetti, Jeff Jacobs, Anthony Antees and Victor Sheldon. There will be premium trophies and cash prizes on offer, plus bragging rights to the “World Moto Surf Champion”. Keep an eye out on the website for details. For information and enquiries call Dan Fox on +61 401 679 744 or visit http://www.jscb.org.au/

Steven Dauliach plans to make big changes to his racing career. He plans to work with HSR-Benelli though up to the moment he has not finalized the official statement. Dauliach was shown at the HSR Benelli stand at the Paris Boat Show.

Frenchman Brice Lopez won the GP Ski class at last years World Finals. According to the Austrian company he plans to remain in HSR-Benelli this year and will race in the European Tour as well as the French Championship. Lopez demonstrates his passion for HSR Benelli at the company’s booth among the stuff that HSR-Benelli presented at the Paris Boat Show.

Since the previous World Finals it was known that Rius Racing was no longer supported by Yamaha. Therefore, the young Frenchman came into contact with the Austrian based HSR-Benelli in order to find some means of cooperation. Nicolas Rius is cooperating once again with famous tuner Bill Chapin in order to give a horsepower and handling boost to the HSR S4.

Recently it was announced that this year, the famous race Jet Raid will be held in Peru. The exact days are between the 27th of November and 4th of December, after the World Finals in Havasu. Racers make sure you place a note in your diary since this race is the most prestigious one in offshore racing.