David Philippaerts

David Philippaerts (born 7 December 1983 in Pietrasanta) is an Italian former professional motocross racer of Italian and Belgian descent. He competed in the Motocross World Championships from 2000 to 2014 before returning as a wild card in 2022. His most notable achievement is winning the 2008 MX1 World Championship.

David Philippaerts
Philippaerts in 2008
Nationality Italian
Born7 December 1983 (1983-12-07) (age 40)
Pietrasanta, Italy
Motocross career
Years active2000-2016, 2021-2022
TeamsYamaha
Grands Prix•MX2: 45 •MX1: 137
Championships•2008 MX1
Wins•MX2: 6 •MX1: 6

Philippaerts was the 2008 F.I.M. world champion in the MX-1GP class riding for a Yamaha team run by former motocross world champion Michele Rinaldi.

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