Team USA have today announced their Motocross of Nations line-up will comprise Cole Seely, Zach Osborne, and Thomas Covington at Matterley Basin on October 1.

With the absence of names like of Blake, Baggett, Eli Tomac and Jason Anderson, the team were forced to bring in three Team USA virgins. Osborne has taken part in the event before, but with Puerto Rico while it had been thought Covington would join Justin Starling in that team.

“This year’s team is immensely talented,” said AMA Director of Racing Kevin Crowther. “Zach, Cole and Thomas are accomplished riders, who have the aptitude and skill to capture the world championship. And they will, undoubtedly, give every ounce of effort to bring home gold.”