Matt Phillips will compete on the world stage for Husqvarna in 2013.

Husqvarna’s newest recruit Matt Phillips has won on debut at round one of the Husqvarna Sprint Series at Conondale near Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Consistent rain in south east Queensland left the course slick in some sections with some challenging water crossings, but for the most part the course was in prime condition for the competitors to do battle on.

The race was the first outing for new 2013 Husqvarna team members, Phillips and Lachlan Stanford both on Husqvarna TE 310 R’s combining with Husqvarna team captain Glenn Kearney on his TE 250 R.

Phillips reveled in the conditions to take victory ahead of his teammates Kearney, and Stanford, who finished second and third respectively, delivering a clean sweep of the podium for the Husqvarna squad.

“I had a good time on the TE 310 R. I’m really impressed with the bike and the performance,” said Phillips. “It is the best capacity bike for Off-road races and to get a win at my first race on a Husqvarna, it is remarkable.

“To be on a TE 310 R here in Australia will also help me in the Junior Enduro World Championship. I would like to thank Husqvarna, the Paul Feeney Group and the 2013 season sponsors.”

Paul Feeney, owner of the Paul Feeney Group, is impressed with his riders efforts and feels that this was a dream result.

“Special thanks go to Matt, Glenn and Lachlan for the great effort at the first Round of the Husqvarna Sprint Series and a dream one, two, three result,” said Feeney. “The excellent result has provided a strong base moving into the AORC opening rounds.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsor Link International for their continued support and supply of Motul Oils, Pirelli tyres, RK chains, Ferodo brake pads, JT Sprockets, Arrow exhaust systems, Vortex handlebars, Polisport products and Excel rims.”

Phillips’ promising form is coming at a perfect time as he prepares to kick off his 2013 Enduro World Championship campaign in Chile on 15 March.