Liam Everts has been chosen for the MX2 ride to represent Belgium along with Jeremy Van Horebeek (MXGP), and Brent Van Doninck (Open) at Mantova on September 25-26. The event takes place during the MXGP season, which is why Jago Geerts has opted not to ride as he bids to win the world title.

Everts, who also races in the British championship, is currently an EMX 250 rider on a KTM. His dad Stefan last represented Belgium at the Matterley Nations in 2006, going out with race wins when he famously beat James Stewart.