The French Federation today announced its selection for the 2017 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations at Matterley Basin on October 1, just a few days after Marvin Musquin ruled himself out as he’s due to have knee surgery.

Husqvarna Gautier Paulin (MXGP) is team captain, Yamaha Romain Febvre will race in the Open Class and in MX2 will be Star Racing Yamaha’s Dylan Ferrandis. Yamaha’s Benoit Paturel is reserve for the reigning champions.