Breaking news from the MXGP of Argentina, as Maxime Grau is set to make his Maddii Honda ABF Italia debut. The Frenchman is filling in countryman Marc-Antoine Rossi, who decided to step away from the sport after a couple of injuries.
Read the full press release:
Team Maddii Honda ABF Italia is thrilled to officially announce the signing of Maxime Grau for the 2026 racing season. The young French talent will defend the team’s colors in the FIM Motocross MX2 World Championship, riding the Honda CRF250R.
Grau’s signature marks a significant step in the growth strategy of the team led by the legendary experience of the Maddii family. Known for his pure speed and aggressive style, Maxime represents the ideal profile to carry forward the tradition of excellence and scouting that has made this Tuscan structure famous on the international stage.
After showing flashes of pure class in past European and World Championship seasons, Grau joins a top-tier technical environment. Here, he can benefit from the direct support of Honda ABF Italia and the know-how of a team that has made motocross history.
«I am really happy to join Team Maddii Honda ABF Italia for this season. It is very exciting for me. For now, I am really enjoying the CRF 250R. Two weeks have passed on this bike and so far we have had excellent training and good tests together with the mechanics and the team, and everything is going in the best possible way. I am having a lot of fun and I am truly enthusiastic about starting this new season and giving my all.»
