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The almost unbelievable Cold War birth of the modern two stroke!This week on the Racing Back MotoGP podcast, Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are joined by one of motorcycle racing's most respected journalists, former Grand Prix racer and acclaimed author, Mat Oxley.Mat takes Nick and Jules on a fascinating journey through the rich history of the Sachsenring, the remarkable story of East German motorcycle racing, Degner's defection, the legendary MZ marque that helped shape Grand Prix racing and the almost unbelievable Cold War birth of the modern two stroke! Along the way, he shares incredible insights, untold stories and the historical context that makes this one of the most fascinating conversations we've had on Racing Back.With his unique experience as both a racer and journalist, Mat brings the past to life with the passion and knowledge that have made him one of the sport's foremost historians.If you love the history of MotoGP, Grand Prix racing and the stories behind the legends, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Interested in learning more?To find out more about Mat's writing and purchase his books, visit his official website: Mat Oxley – https://matoxley.bigcartel.com/Want even more Racing Back?Become a member of The Racing Back Paddock for just £3.99 per month.Members receive:⚡ Early access to new episodes🏅 Exclusive loyalty badges📣 Member shoutouts on the show🔜 Plus more exclusive perks coming soon!Simply click the JOIN button on the channel and become part of the paddock.Enjoyed the episode?Please Like 👍, Comment 💬 and Subscribe 🔔 to support the channel and help more motorcycle racing fans discover Racing Back.💬 Question for viewers:What's your favourite piece of Grand Prix racing history, and which historic circuit or manufacturer would you like us to explore in a future episode?#MotoGP #MatOxley #Sachsenring #MZ #GrandPrixRacing#MotoGPHistory #RacingBack #NickHarris #JulianRyder#MotoGPPodcast #MotorcycleRacing #Motorsport #BikeRacing#MotoGPLegends #motorcyclehistory Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders, journalists, team managers and paddock insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

The fascinating conversation with Paul Butler continues!
In this episode of Racing Back, Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are once again joined by one of motorcycle racing's most experienced and respected figures.
With over 50 years immersed in the sport, Paul continues to share a remarkable collection of stories from inside the Grand Prix paddock and beyond. From unforgettable personalities and pivotal moments to the evolution of MotoGP over five decades, his memories provide a unique window into the history of motorcycle racing.
Full of humour, insight and anecdotes that only someone with a lifetime in the paddock could tell, this is another essential episode for anyone who loves the rich history of Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

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Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders, team managers, journalists, officials and paddock insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

This week on the Racing Back MotoGP podcast, MotoGP legends Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are joined by renowned Dutch MotoGP commentator and journalist Hans van Loozenoord, leading the pilgrimage to Assen on what will be his 62nd visit to the Dutch TT.Assen is unique in that at has been in the GP calendar since the championship’s inception in 1949. It has changed in places but it is still one of the best tracks there is Hans has reported on most of those races and is uniquely placed to explain the mystique of everyone’s favourite race.The Racing Back PaddockIf you're enjoying Racing Back, you can support the show by joining The Racing Back Paddock on YouTube for £3.99 per month.Members receive early access to episodes, loyalty badges, member shoutouts and more exclusive perks coming soon.Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders, journalists and insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

In this episode of Racing Back, MotoGP commentators Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are once again joined by the ever-insightful Peter Clifford.
This time, Peter takes listeners inside the world of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, revealing exactly how one of the most successful rider development programmes in motorsport operates.
From the selection process and the qualities organisers seek in young talent to the realities of life inside the programme, Peter offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes perspective on what it takes to progress through the ranks of motorcycle racing.
The conversation also highlights the remarkable number of riders who have graduated from the Rookies Cup and gone on to become Grand Prix stars, underlining just how influential the programme has become in shaping the future of MotoGP.
Packed with insight, stories and plenty of surprises, this is another essential listen for anyone passionate about motorcycle racing.

In this episode
• The origins and purpose of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup
• How riders are selected for the programme
• What qualities organisers look for in young talent
• The challenges facing aspiring racers
• Famous graduates of the Rookies Cup
• Why the programme continues to shape the future of MotoGP

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Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders and insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

In this episode of Racing Back, MotoGP commentators Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are once again joined by MotoGP legend Randy Mamola.
One of the sport's most popular personalities returns to the podcast to look ahead to the upcoming challenges of Brno and Assen, offering his unique perspective on the championship.
Packed with Randy's trademark enthusiasm, humour and insight, this episode is another fantastic conversation covering both the present and future of Grand Prix motorcycle racing.
And Randy wants to hear from you — listeners are invited to submit questions for his next appearance on the show.

Looking ahead to Brno and Assen
Listener questions for Randy's next appearance
Randy Mamola's analysis of the current MotoGP world

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Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders and insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.