MXGP of Türkiye: Preview and Key Insights
Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye – The 2025 FIM Motocross World Championships enters a critical phase with the MXGP of Türkiye, marking the 18th round of the series. This event, hosted at the Afyon Sports Centre, is pivotal as the championship landscape hangs in the balance.
This marks the ninth MXGP in Türkiye, with the first occurring in 2009 near Istanbul. Since 2018, the event has been primarily held at Afyon, excluding the 2020 season. Jeffrey Herlings leads with the most wins at this venue, securing his first four for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, while Tim Gajser claimed victories in subsequent years for Honda HRC. Jorge Prado won the 2024 MXGP, and Lucas Coenen dominated the MX2 class with two race wins.
Championship Standings
MXGP Class: Romain Febvre of Kawasaki Racing Team holds a narrow lead, despite a challenging last round as Lucas Coenen approaches, now just 31 points behind after a strong showing in the Netherlands. This weekend’s battle will be critical for both riders.
MX2 Class: Reigning champion Kay de Wolf from Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing secured his first home GP win, narrowing the gap to championship leader Simon Längenfelder of Red Bull KTM to 15 points. Andrea Adamo, also from Red Bull KTM, trails De Wolf by 23 points. The competition remains tightly contested as the season nears its conclusion.
FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship: Defending champion Lotte Van Drunen leads with a 20-point advantage over six-time champion Kiara Fontanesi. Daniela Guillen is only one point behind Fontanesi, heightening the stakes as the riders head into the penultimate round.
EMX250 European Championship: Janis Reisulis of Team VHR VRT Yamaha has a commanding 38-point lead. An eighth-place finish in the opening race would secure his championship title.
Technical Insights
The Afyon Sports Centre is known for its demanding hardpack conditions, which could favor certain riders while challenging others. Last year’s winner, Herlings, aims to capitalize on his prior successes, having secured multiple wins at this circuit, while riders like Tim Gajser and Jeremy Seewer, both familiar with the terrain, will seek strong finishes to solidify their standing.
Key Quotes
- Romain Febvre: “Every point is crucial now; I have to focus on riding smart and consistent.”
- Kay de Wolf: “The momentum is on my side, and I’m ready to battle for every inch.”
With just three rounds remaining, the MXGP of Türkiye promises intense competition as riders vie for critical points heading into the final stretch of the championship season.
