3x World Motocross Champion – Courtney Duncan has progressed in to a list of Finalists gunning to be awarded the prestigious Hight Performance Sport New Zealand Sportswoman of the Year Halberg Award

Courtney keeps fine company in this category with Sarah Hirini [Olympic Gold Black Ferns Sevens Captain]; Lisa Carrington [Olympic Gold Canoe]; Emma Twigg [Olympic Gold Rowing]; Lydia Ko [Olympic Bronze & Championship Golfer]

General Manager of Motorcycling New Zealand, Mike Kerrisk says ‘This is a very special moment for Courtney and her family. For the sport of Motorcycling to be recognised in this way, through Courtney’s amazing results over several years is a proud moment for Motorcycling New Zealand and our Sport in general – The recognition is well deserved for Courtney and we wish her all the very best of luck’

The Halberg Awards will be held on Wednesday 23rd February and will be screened live on SKY Sport and Prime from 8pm