STEFAN EVERTS RECOVERING
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en-time motocross world champion Stefan Everts was recently
admitted to a hospital in his home country of Belgium, where
he was diagnosed with malaria, a mosquito-borne disease
caused by a parasite. Everts evidently contracted the disease
a few weeks earlier while participating in a charity event in the
Democratic Republic of the Congo to raise funds for the con-
struction of schools in the area.
His condition quickly deteriorated and was listed in critical
condition. However, his situation has improved. According to a
release from his family," his condition is no longer critical," yet he
remains in intensive care at the University Hospital of Leuven.
As for his recovery, the family stated, "…nothing can be said at
the moment." CN
IN
THE
WIND
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FAITH ANNOUNCES
RETIREMENT
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wo-time Amsoil Arenacross Champion Gavin Faith an-
nounced on Instagram that he has retired from profession-
al racing. A major factor for his decision was the back injury
he suffered in the 2017-'18 Arenacross Championship.
The also two-time Australian Supercross SX2 Champion
wrote: "It's been one hell of a ride but all good things must
come to an end. If you told me I would win four champion-
ships and make a living racing a dirt bike when I was little
I probably wouldn't believe you. It's been a hell of a good
time through the good times and even the bad times!
Looking back I wouldn't have changed a thing. I've met so
many amazing people and made so many life long friends
from all over the world. I was able to travel, have fun and
accomplish so many more things than I ever imagined. I
unfortunately seriously injured my back in March, which
will prevent me from racing professionally. At the end of
the day, I need to take care of myself and do what's best
for me. Even though racing for a living is great there's a lot
more to life than racing. I want to thank everybody that sup-
ported me along the way whether you were family, friend,
fan or sponsor. Not sure what the future holds yet but I look
forward to whatever life has in store for me!" CN
Ten-time MX
world champion
Stefan Everts
is in a Belgium
hospital
recovering from
malaria.
Two-time AMA Arenacross Champion
Gavin Faith announced his retirement
from professional racing.
