MXGP of Sweden Report: Key Insights and Upcoming Race Preview
Uddevalla, Sweden — Round 16 of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championships, the MXGP of Sweden, takes place this weekend at the historic Glimminge Motorstadion. The venue, a cornerstone of the motocross calendar since its inception in the 1950s, has witnessed intense battles and notable victories, including Sten Lundin’s 1958 win, and boasts a legacy of producing multiple World Champions.
Current Championship Standings
As the season approaches its final quarter, reigning champion Romain Febvre (Kawasaki Racing Team MXGP) holds a narrow lead in the MXGP standings with 430 points, just nine ahead of Lucas Coenen (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), who clinched his third consecutive GP victory at Lommel last round. Febvre’s previous successes at Uddevalla include a victory in 2015, and he seeks to recapture that form against a strong field that includes Tim Gajser, returning from injury, and home favorites such as Isak Gifting, who showed promise with strong recent results.
MX2 Contenders
In the MX2 category, Simon Längenfelder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) leads with 704 points, maintaining a 38-point cushion over former World Champion Kay de Wolf (Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing). Längenfelder is a podium regular at Uddevalla, while de Wolf aims to capitalize on recent momentum after a perfect performance at Lommel. Filip Olsson is the sole Swedish points scorer in MX2 this season and will look to impress in front of local fans.
EMX250 and Youth Events
The EMX250 European Championship resumes, with Janis Reisulis (Team VHR VRT Yamaha) leading the standings, 28 points clear of Noel Zanocz. The upcoming race marks a critical juncture for all contenders as the season nears its conclusion.
Additionally, the YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup Superfinale will debut in Scandinavia, featuring races for 65cc, 85cc, and 125cc riders, providing a platform for future talent.
Notable Performances and Expectations
Aside from fluctuating standings, key riders such as Glenn Coldenhoff, who has a solid track record at Uddevalla, and Jeffrey Herlings, who seeks to regain his top form, will be closely watched. Meanwhile, Gifting hopes to repeat his impressive showing from last year, igniting the passionate local fan base.
The MXGP of Sweden promises high-stakes racing as the championship race tightens. With unpredictable outcomes and multiple contenders, anticipation builds for a thrilling weekend of motorsport action.
