Stefan Everts inducted into the FIM Hall of Fame: Five legends honoured

On Friday (13 November), leading figures from the world of international motorcycling gathered at the FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum in Mies, Switzerland, for a special ceremony. Five outstanding individuals were inducted into the FIM Hall of Fame in recognition of their exceptional achievements and contributions:

Stefan Everts was honoured alongside speedway legend Tony Rickardsson (S), trial pioneer Jordi Tarrés (E), record-breaking Dakar Rally winner Stéphane Peterhansel (F) and road racer Ángel Nieto (E), who passed away in 2017.

Between 1969 and 1984, Ángel Nieto won a total of 13 world championship titles in the smaller Grand Prix classes: six in the 50cc category and seven in the 125cc class. Out of superstition, however, the Spaniard avoided the number 13 and always spoke of his ‘twelve plus one’ titles. This particular phrase was also immortalised on his commemorative plaque. At the ceremony, the champion, who passed away in 2017, was represented by his son Gelete.

Stefan Everts follows in his father Harry’s footsteps

For Stefan Everts, the induction held special family significance. Just last year, his father Harry Everts – himself a four-time Motocross World Champion – had been inducted into the FIM Hall of Fame. “It may sound like a cliché, but it’s a great honour to be here,” said Stefan Everts. “I’m proud of what I’ve achieved in motocross and of the role I’ve played in the sport. I’m very happy to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.” He was particularly moved by the connection to his father: “My father was here last year and I’m delighted to be following in his footsteps.”

Handprints for eternity

FIM President Jorge Viegas opened the ceremonial event. Each of the five honourees was introduced with a video of their own and received an individually numbered watch from the manufacturer BRM Chronographes. The handprints of the motor racing legends were then taken. These will be displayed in the museum’s garden, where the handprints of Giacomo Agostini, Sammy Miller, Carmelo Ezpeleta and Harry Everts – who were inducted in 2025 – are already on display.

Stefan Everts (links) in der FIM Hall of Fame in Mies

Foto: FIM

FIM President Jorge Viegas paid tribute to the five legends as exceptional figures who had had a decisive influence on motorcycling and whose achievements would also inspire future generations. With Stefan and Harry Everts, two generations of one of the most successful families in motocross history are now immortalised in the FIM Hall of Fame.