Marklund adds X Games to schedule

World Rallycross Championship driver Anton Marklund will take a break from the series after the AUTOSPORT-backed round at Lydden Hill to contest the Summer X Games in America.

Marklund competed at the X Games last year, but crashed out at the first corner of the Last Chance Qualifier.

"I am thrilled to race at Austin X Games this June," said the former RallycrossRX TouringCar champion.

"It is an honour to compete against such a talented group of racers. I'm hopeful that my progress will get me a place on the podium."

Marklund will join fellow Volkswagen-backed drivers Tanner Foust and Scott Speed in the field for the X Games.