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A stunning Autumn morning in one of Brisbane’s leafier suburbs saw 39 XSR’s gather for the second annual Queensland XSR Owner’s Ride. Read More

The 2023 QLD Ténéré 700 Rally was a big hit with the owners of Yamaha’s 689cc twin cylinder ADV bike. Read More

Ténéré 700 Rally participants were faced with dry and dusty conditions on their five-day 2000km inaugural 2023 event recently. Read More

Yamaha desert racer and Ténéré 700 owner Rodney Faggotter is joining the QLD Ténéré 700 Rally this year. Read More

Australian motocross and supercross legend and Hunter Valley hero, Craig Anderson, will be the special guest of the CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team this weekend at round four of the ProMX Championship in Maitland, NSW. Read More

Yamaha MX legend and committed ADV rider Stephen Gall is joining the RideADV crew on the QLD Ténéré 700 Rally this year. Read More

Yamaha pioneered and developed the Power Assist System in 1993, thereby creating the world's first electrically power-assisted bicycle. Fast forward 30 years and Yamaha is still the only e-Bike manufacturer that offers its own motor and frame package. Having close control over both elements of the Moro range gives Yamaha a unique advantage. Read More

YMA is proud to support women on two wheels and to facilitate a range of women only events. In celebration of International Women’s Day on 8 March and in anticipation of International Female Ride Day on 6 May, YMA announces support for female off-road riders and events. Read More

Another successful women only adventure ride took place on 18-19 Feb starting in Mittagong in the NSW Southern Highlands and overnighting in the Central Tablelands town of Oberon. Read More

The Serco Yamaha team enters the 2023 season armed with two experienced and professional contenders and a determination to win the ProMX MX2 championship. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia in conjunction with Motorcycling Australia is pleased to announce the return of the popular one model junior MX experience – the YZ65 Cup. Read More

Owners of Yamaha’s 689cc ADV twin are encouraged not to miss out on Australia’s first Ténéré 700 Rally event for 2023. Read More

For first time riders or those crossing over from the tar to dirt, adventure riding can be a daunting task. Piloting a heavy, high powered motorcycle on rocky, technical terrain for the first time is not for the faint hearted. But help is at hand – thanks to RideADV’s Introduction to Adventure riding events. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia is pleased to reveal the 2022 YFZ450R, Raptor 700 and YXZ1000R SS XT-R. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia is thrilled to be back at the 2023 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, and this year, we're bringing our A-game! Read More

Yamaha Marine has launched into 2023 with the announcement of exciting new models. Increasing on a commitment to fully integrated powerplants for modern boating, Yamaha has announced new F150, F175 and F200 models featuring innovative integrated steering and sleek new design. Yamaha also adds to the powerful XTO Offshore line-up with the addition of a new 450 horsepower model to complement the existing XTO 425. The XTO 450 delivers new features to round out one of the most comprehensive high hor

Yamaha Motor Co will unveil a host of new releases and concept models at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, being held in Tokyo from 26 October. Read More

As Father's Day approaches like a runaway freight train, the quest to find a gift that resonates with your dad’s passion becomes an epic mission of love, it's the annual challenge to find something for the person who seems to have everything. Fear not, we have you covered. Read More

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Yamaha's flagship YZF-R1. Since its unveiling in 1998, when the first generation YZF-R1 had pundits searching for new superlatives, Yamaha and the R1 have continued to push the boundaries of performance and innovation.   We look back on the technological advancements that have kept the YZF-R1 at the head of the pack. Read More

Yamaha is excited to announce the 2024 WaveRunner lineup which sees more power, more colour and more choice than ever before.  Yamaha WaveRunners continue to lead the pack when it comes to big displacement marine engines, with the release of the industry’s first 1.9 Litre naturally aspirated high output engine, delivering quicker acceleration and higher top-end speed in HO models across the FX, GP and VX range.   Read More

World Ocean Day is celebrated internationally on 8 June each year. The day is used to raise awareness about overfishing of our oceans and the importance of protecting our waterways. It’s also a day that Yamaha Motor Australia renews its commitment to supporting Yamaha Motor Corporation's goals for a sustainable society. Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that it has reviewed the CO2 emission reduction targets in the Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050 (hereinafter referred to as ”Environmental Plan 2050”) first formulated in 2018, and has set a new goal of aiming for carbon neutrality throughout all of its business activities, including across the life cycles of its products,* by 2050. Read More

Help us celebrate Yamaha’s 66th birthday for your chance to WIN Read More

"I thought I’d made the worst decision in the world. It got on top of me both physically and mentally." Despite tackling some of the fastest and fiercest racing circuits in the world, behind the wheel of a V8 Supercar,  Grant Denyer, admitted that the Simpson Desert nearly broke him.  Read More

The number 22 was certainly a lucky one for  Australia's Yamaha Racing teams in 2022. That’s how many national championships were won by local Yamaha riders in in an ultra-successful year for the bLU cRU in all racing disciplines.  Read More

From the Yamaha Family to your family, we wish you a safe & united 2023. Read More

With support from Yamaha Motor Australia through its Rightwaters Initiative, Outback Cleanups Australia is now removing more rubbish than ever from some of Australia’s most important remote areas and waterways.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia was proud to recently take part in a unique White Ribbon Day event held on the waters of the iconic Sydney Harbour. The event, that included Yamaha WaveRunners and Yamaha Motor Australia staff members, was used to raise funds and awareness for the White Ribbon Charity.  Read More

Reflecting a commitment to its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as its Long Term Vision - ART for Human Possibilities - Yamaha Motor Australia is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2022 Maritime RobotX Challenge.  Read More

Motor Life Passion recently caught up with a very satisfied Yamaha YZF-R7 owner at Sydney Motorsport Park. Following years of working towards putting a big green tick next to Do A Motorcycle Track Day on his bucket list, 21 year old Yamaha-fanatic Ryan Wilson’s recent decision to purchase a sparkling new Yamaha YZF-R7 finally provided him the motivation and the right bike to do it.  Read More

Yamaha Motor announced that the target date for achieving carbon neutrality at its domestic and international factories--a goal in the Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050 revised in July 2021--has been accelerated to 2035. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia staff and their family members have become the stars of the recently released #UnitedByYamaha brand campaign film, revealing hidden talents beyond the capabilities displayed in their day-to-day roles.  Read More

The Yamaha Motor Australia IT department knows the important role technology plays in keeping people connected when they cannot physically meet. Educational applications and day-to-day convenience make a personal computer an important tool for any household.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. conducted an early-stage test flight of a prototype small aircraft at Fujikawa Gliding Field in Shizuoka Prefecture on September 21. Read More

The successful applications for Yamaha's Helm Master® EX boat control system continues to expand. It is now further improving on-water safety and providing peace of mind for Brisbane’s recreational boaters.  Read More

The 2022 MotoGP season has passed the halfway point, and while the void created by the retirement of Valentino Rossi left Yamaha fans with a sense of something missing when the season got underway in Qatar, there has still been plenty to cheer about.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia is proud to announce the release of its United By Yamaha brand campaign. Read More

Various parts of Australia are facing damage to local biodiversity and agriculture due to invasive ants introduced from overseas, and Norfolk Island, a small but beautiful island located in the South Pacific Ocean, is one of these places.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia is proud to announce the launch of Motor Life Passion, a new blog-style web page at yamaha-motor.com.au Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce it is accelerating its carbon neutrality goal for its factories—including those overseas—to 2035. This revision represents a 15-year jump forward from the original target year of 2050. Read More

Yamaha Day 2022 celebrates the 67th birthday of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Join in the celebrations to win! Read More

Help us celebrate Yamaha’s 67th birthday for your chance to WIN! Read More

The only Lithium-Ion powered golf car with independent rear suspension. Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced its decision today to donate USD$700,000 dollars toward humanitarian aid for Ukraine and its surrounding regions. Read More

Yamaha Motor announced today that it will supply Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) with electric motor units for their STI E-RA EV that STI is developing for future motorsport. Read More

From the Yamaha Family to you family, we wish you a safe & united 2022. Read More

Even as free movement between countries remains difficult today, we are still working every day with our colleagues in our thoughts, of our families, friends, customers, and the future that awaits us... Read More

As the company that invented the world’s first Electrically Power Assisted Cycle (EPAC) nearly 30 years ago, Yamaha Motor is recognised as one of the world’s leading innovators in eBike technology.  Read More

Celebrated annually on 5 June, World Environment Day (WED) encourages awareness and action for protecting the environment. The theme for World Environment Day 2023 is Solutions To Plastic Pollution. Yamaha Motor Australia would like to recognise the endeavours of the organisations and initiatives it supports for a cleaner future. Read More

About 250 km northwest of Kenya’s capital of Nairobi, on the shores of Lake Victoria, sits a small village. Newly constructed on its junior high school grounds is a Yamaha Clean Water Supply System, a small-scale water purification facility that cleans water through natural filtration methods.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia's marine division enjoyed another successful year as a major sponsor of Australia's biggest family fishing festival, the Boyne Tannum HookUp. The annual event, held on and around the picturesque Boyne Island on Queensland's Central Coast, is a must-do fishing event for anglers of all skill levels, and the 2023 event attracted more than 3000 entries.  Read More

Kawasaki Motors, Ltd, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Honda Motor Co., Ltd, and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. have jointly announced that they have received approval from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry to form a technological research association called HySE (Hydrogen Small mobility & Engine technology) for developing hydrogen-powered engines for small mobility.*  Read More

The #UnitedByYamaha Brand Campaign has been awarded the inaugural Yamaha Motor Australia Group Award. Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd has succeeded in developing a high-quality and environmentally friendly recycled polypropylene (PP) material that can be used for the main exterior bodywork for motorcycles. Yamaha Motor will begin using the new raw material with the main 2023 commuter models for ASEAN markets. Read More

Yamaha’s TY-E 2.0 electric trials bike and its NEO’S electric scooter (with removable battery) have both received the globally prestigious Red Dot Award: Product Design 2023. This marks the twelfth consecutive year that Yamaha Motor has won a Red Dot Award for its products. Read More

In an exciting move designed to provide Yamaha staff with a deeper understanding of the passion that drives our customer base, five Yamaha Motor Australia staff members from the Brisbane-based Marine department will participate in the 2023 Women’s Fishing Classic proudly sponsored by Yamaha Marine dealer, Wynnum Marine. Read More

Yamaha has set a target to reduce the number of fatal motorcycle accidents to zero by 2050, through Technology, Skills, and Connectivity. The announcement of its Jin-Ki Kanno x Jin-Ki Anzen Safety Vision is another step towards creating a world without motorcycle accidents.  Read More

Yamaha Genuine Parts and Accessories has released its Yamaha Lifestyle range, an all-new apparel and merchandise collection available from your local Yamaha dealer or online at ShopYamaha.  Read More

As Yamaha launches into an exciting new era with its e-mountain bike range, the Yamaha Genuine Parts and Accessories department has released a range of ladies and gents riding apparel to suit both mountain bike and road bike riders.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia would like to wish a happy International Woman's Day to all the women who deliver inspiration and guidance to others. First observed in 1911, and now celebrated annually on 8 March, International Women's Day is a global celebration that casts a spotlight on the social, business, cultural, sporting, and political achievements of women from all walks of life. Read More

Australia's queen of off-road racing, Jess Gardiner, has claimed just about every major title she pursued, now the 29-year-old has her sights set on guiding the next generation of off-road riders, and winning a few more titles. Read More

Danielle Gardner is cut from a different cloth to most of her friends, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. The 19-year-old from Sydney has always been a motorcycle devotee, a passion fostered by like-minded parents, two brothers and one sister, and a family farm in country NSW that served as a regular riding outpost. Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has reached an agreement with an aluminium ingot supplier for the procurement of green aluminium.  Use of the green aluminium, which is refined using renewable energy, was included in the production of some Yamaha motorcycles from February.  Read More

The Yamaha Racing Team finished the 2023 Australian Superbike Championship on a positive note with Cru Halliday and Mike Jones finishing second and third for the round respectively and Halliday taking third in the championship with Jones just a few points behind in fifth. Read More

Yamaha Racing won all four of the support categories at the 2023 Australian Superbike Championship as the championship drew to a conclusion over the weekend. Read More

CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team racer, Luke Clout, uncorked a special performance at the third and final round of the Australian Supercross Championship to claim a sensational round victory onboard his Yamaha YZ450F. Read More

Serco Yamaha’s Cole Thompson rounded out the Australian Supercross Championship with a third-place finish in the SX2 (250cc)  final at the last round of the championship, held at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. Read More

The CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team rebounded impressively from a slow start to the Australian Supercross Championship in Adelaide, with a strong performance at round two of the series at Newcastle with Josh Hill and Luke Clout finishing second and third on the night. Read More

Yamalube Yamaha Racing’s Kaleb Barham made his first podium appearance at a national supercross race with a third-place finish in the SX2 class at the Newcastle round of the championship, over the weekend. Read More

Yamaha Racing Team’s Cru Halliday made a welcome return to the podium taking a second place finish at round six of the Australian Superbike Championship, held at Phillip Island over the weekend. Read More

The CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team has gone straight for the top shelf of Australian motocross in their pursuit of the 2024 ProMX Championship. Read More

Jess Gardiner and Danielle McDonald have made it back to back AORC championships after both won their respective classes at the final round of 2023 competition in Dungog, over the weekend. Read More

The star pairing of Kyron Bacon and Josh Green at the ShopYamaha Off-Road Racing Team finished the 2023 season strongly with another impressive weekend at the final round of the Australian Off-Road Championship in Dungog. Read More

It was a grandstand finish for Yamaha supported riders and teams at the final weekend of racing for the 2023 Australian Off-Road Championships (AORC) with the bLU cRU taking home seven championships in a climatic finish to the season. Read More

It was a CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team formation finish at round one of the Australian Supercross Championship with the team riders of Josh Hill, Luke Clout and Aaron Tanti finishing fourth, fifth and sixth respectively in the SX1 main event. Read More

US based Supercross racer, Robbie Wageman, led the WBR Yamaha Bulk Nutrients team, to an impressive showing at round one of the Australian Supercross Championship, on Saturday night. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia is pleased to announce the YZ65 Cup will be returning in November at the Australian round of the World Supercross Championship in Melbourne. Read More

The dynamic duo Jess Gardiner and Danielle McDonald continued on their winning ways, dominating proceeding at rounds nine and ten of the Australian Off-Road Championships with another near perfect weekend. Read More

ShopYamaha Off-Road racer, Kyron Bacon, spearheaded a successful weekend for bLU CRU riders at rounds nine and ten of the Australian Off Road Championship (AORC), held at Kyogle, on the weekend. Read More

The JGR Yamaha Ballard’s Off-Road team of Jess Gardiner, Danielle McDonald and Jeremy Carpentier reeled off a stunning weekend of results at rounds seven and eight of the Australian Off Road Championship (AORC), held over the weekend. Read More

The ShopYamaha Off Road team was back to full strength and back on the pace as rounds seven and eight of the Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC) kicked into gear at Keyneton, South Australia. Read More

CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team rider, Aaron Tanti, finished the 2023 ProMX championship in fourth place after a frustrating final round which has typified his title defence season. Read More

Yamaha Racing has retained the prestigious ProMX MX1 (450cc) and WMX (Women’s) Championships after the final round of the series was completed at the Coolum Pines Circuit, on the Sunshine Coast. Again Yamaha can lay claim to having the fastest man and woman on dirt in Australia for another season. Read More

Round five of the Australian Superbike Championship proved to be another successful round for Yamaha riders and teams filling the podium across most classes contested at Morgan Park, over the weekend. Read More

Yamaha Racing Team rider, Mike Jones, scorched around the Morgan Park circuit on the weekend, setting a new qualifying lap record and a new race lap record on his way to a second-place finish during another enthralling round of the Australian Superbike Championships (ASBK). Read More

When looking for inspiration for the retro themed round of the 2023 ProMX championship, Serco Yamaha went back into their own archives and selected one of their own championship winning bikes from yesteryear. Read More

Yamaha Racing Team's, Mike Jones, piloted his Yamaha R1M to a third-place finish at a dramatic fourth round of the Australian Superbike Championship, held at Darwin’s Hidden Valley. Read More

The CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team will hit this year’s Australian Supercross Championship, starting in November, with an impressive three rider line up and are out to add more championships to their already long list of achievements. Read More

The weekend proved to be another successful one for Yamaha supported Australia racers, with Jay Wilson claiming another round win in the Japanese Motocross Championships, while Jess Gardiner landed on the podium at the Swiss round of the World Enduro Championships.Read More

Don’t miss your chance to join Yamaha as a guest at the 2023 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix - Phillip Island from 20 to 22 October. Read More

It was a consistent, yet uneventful weekend for the Serco Yamaha Team as they contested round five of the ProMX, held at the Gilman Circuit, in South Australia. Read More

Australia might be seeing the formation of the next motocross family dynasty forming in front of our eyes, as the brother and sister combination of Jake and Charli Cannon both won their respective classes at round five of the ProMX in South Australia, over the weekend.Read More

It was a productive weekend for the CDR Yamaha Monster Energy Team at round five of the ProMX championship with Aaron Tanti and Luke Clout both producing confidence boosting rides, as they claw their way back into the championship hunt after five rounds have been completed. Read More

Staff members of the Yamaha Motor Australia group came together this morning to show their support for White Ribbon Day 2023.  Read More

Drumroll, please! Our “Win a TT-R110E with Yamaha Racing” competition winners are here! Read More

The seventh edition of the annual WR250R Rally took place in stellar conditions on NSW’s mid-north coast area on the weekend of 25-27 Nov. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia enjoyed a great return to the Melbourne Boat Show on 26-29 October, showcasing its range of cutting-edge marine technologies, both on-water and within the Expo arena.  Read More

Anglers from across Australia, young and old, experienced and inexperienced, are gearing up for the Lake Mulwala Cod Classic.  Read More

The fourth and final Ténéré 700 Rally for 2024 was a ripper with 20 riders of the 689cc twin joining special guests from Yamaha Motor Australia including legendary ambassador Stephen Gall in the Vic High Country. Read More

YMA is pleased to announce cool new colours and graphics for a wide range of MY24 road models. Read More

The new 2024 MT-09SP features all the updates that the standard model receives - with some key upgrades unique to this model. Quite literally, because the SP model is now equipped with remote smart key operation. Read More

For 2024, Yamaha has taken the MT-09 to the next level by combining intelligence and style to further pursue the Dark Side of Japan. Read More

The Yamaha Training Academy team recently held its inaugural Immersion Day at Yamaha Motor Australia, and a group of Year 10 students from St Gregory’s Boys College at Campbelltown, NSW, were the first to experience the new program.  Read More

Every once in a while you’ll be lucky enough to meet a unique talent. A creative genius who simply sees things differently. Someone who can take your half-baked idea and deliver something epic. That person was Mark Toia, a film maker who put Yamaha on the map. Read More

Racing is in Yamaha's DNA. Our rich history on the track is headlined by riders like ‘King’ Kenny Roberts who piloted his YZR500 to a third consecutive title in 1980. Read More

Ténéré 700 owners enjoyed the third of four events for 2023 specifically tailored for them. This edition was centred around the mid-west NSW town of Orange. Read More

Yamaha Motor Australia will make a show stopping return to the Melbourne Boat Show on 26-29 October, showcasing its range of cutting-edge marine technologies on-water and within the Expo arena.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has announced the establishment of Tuning Fork Bio Inc. in Delaware, USA. The new company will analyse the antibodies in blood to better visualise people’s health conditions through its antibody profiling business.  Read More

To achieve greater diversity and inclusion so that a cosmopolitan and driven workforce takes to their jobs daily, Yamaha Motor’s manufacturing and production sites are engaging in various efforts to create easier work environments.  Read More

Yamaha Marine dealers from across Australia recently gathered in Hobart, TAS, for the 2023 Outboard Dealer Reunion. The event celebrated the past year’s achievements and provided an opportunity to discuss new ideas for the year ahead. Read More

In order to stay at the top of the high performance enduro sector, WR450F receives a full makeover for 2024, while WR250F continues with the same great features and benefits as MY23. Read More

Yamaha Motor is developing low-speed electric mobility solutions to address transportation challenges arising from Japan's aging population and urban migration. The adaptable platform is designed for various applications, including first- and last-mile transportation for residents and industrial use. Read More

The Yamaha Training Academy recently visited CathWest Innovation College in the Western Sydney suburb of Mt Druitt as part of its popular Try a Trade Program. The aim was to give students practical insight into what a Yamaha motorcycle or marine technician career could entail if they decide to pursue an apprenticeship in that field.  Read More

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd has announced it has adopted the use of plant-derived cellulose nanofiber (CNF) reinforced resin for parts in its 2024 models of WaveRunner personal watercraft and sports boats being sold in North America.  Read More

The much-awaited Sydney International Boat Show is back at Darling Harbour from Thursday, 3 August, until Sunday, 7 August, and this year, maritime enthusiasts are in for a treat as Yamaha Motor Australia makes its return to the event for the first time in three years, presenting a wide range of Yamaha products from across the company. Read More

YMA is pleased to announce the YZ range of VictorYZone machines for 2024. One of the most popular bikes on the MX start gate - YZ250F - receives a wide range of upgrades for 2024. Read More

Whether it’s a weekend break or an ambitious long distance tour, the TRACER 9 GT+ has the performance, comfort and versatility to satisfy every rider’s lust for travel. Read More

For the past three years, the Yamaha Motor Australia External Training Academy has been making remarkable strides in connecting with high school students through its innovative in-schools program. With a clear objective of introducing the next generation of school leavers with the prospects of a career as a Yamaha technician, these school visits are yielding great results. Read More

In Japan, Yamaha Motor conducts regular classes and workshops for children and young teenagers to convey the joy of Monozukuri. The word Monozukuri refers to creating products with an emphasis on craftsmanship and excellence. It is an expression of skill, technique and spirit, and the foundation from which Yamaha Motor Craftsmanship continues to be passed on to future generations. Read More

The latest addition to the hugely popular LEGO Technic series is the big daddy of Yamaha’s Hyper Naked MT Range, the MT-10SP. Made up of 1478 pieces, LEGO set 42159 is a must-have for fans of Yamaha's motorcycle range.  Read More

This year marks the 40-year anniversary of the iconic Ténéré. Since its inception in 1983 with the XT600Z, the Ténéré has captivated the hearts and minds of adventure enthusiasts around the globe. Read More

In recent years the global demand for e-Bikes has expanded dramatically as bike manufacturers have fully embraced the latest drive unit technology and introduced stylish new models offering increased range and performance. Read More

To celebrate the achievements of Yamaha YZ VictorYZone riders around the globe, YMA is pleased to announce a promotion offering up to $1000 rebate on selected MY23 YZ models. Read More

The seventh edition of the annual WR250R Rally took place in stellar conditions on NSW’s mid-north coast area on the weekend of 25-27 Nov. Read More

YMA is pleased to announce cool new colours and graphics for a wide range of MY24 road models. Read More

The new 2024 MT-09SP features all the updates that the standard model receives - with some key upgrades unique to this model. Quite literally, because the SP model is now equipped with remote smart key operation. Read More

For 2024, Yamaha has taken the MT-09 to the next level by combining intelligence and style to further pursue the Dark Side of Japan. Read More

Racing is in Yamaha's DNA. Our rich history on the track is headlined by riders like ‘King’ Kenny Roberts who piloted his YZR500 to a third consecutive title in 1980. Read More