In memory of Rene Hofer his 711 number will be retired from MXGP competition
By Infront Moto Racing on 21st Dec 21
In memory of Rene Hofer, his 711 racing number will be retired from the FIM Motocross World Championship and all other classes, Infront Moto Racing and Red Bull KTM has agreed.
Rene Hofer was a 19-year-old Austrian rider who raced for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. He was a multi-time Junior World Champion and became the first Austrian to win a Grand Prix this season, since 1987. Rene will always be remembered for his fun-loving personality and of course his undeniable talent on track.
Infront Moto Racing together with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing wanted to show respect and celebrate the life of Rene by dedicating his racing number #711 to him forever and therefore retiring it from future competition. This means nobody else can use this number in the FIM Motocross World Championship. #711 will forever be Rene's.
KTM has since set up a donation page to support the Wings for Life Foundation in memory of Rene at the request of his family.
You can make a donation here: wingsforlife.com/renehofer
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