Glenn Coldenhoff capped off an impressive 2025 season by securing third place in the MXGP World Championship standings. The Dutch rider delivered one of the strongest campaigns of his career, showing consistency, speed and determination throughout the year – but while he leaves with a bronze medal, his future in the sport remains uncertain.
Looking back on his results, Coldenhoff admitted that finishing inside the top three was always the target, but achieving it was far from straightforward.
“Straight away, I would sign for it (to finish third in the championship). I mean, obviously it was definitely the goal, but it’s a very high goal, especially with all the champions in our class. It’s definitely tough, but I know I’m always consistent, I’m always there, and that’s what I showed this year as well. I had six podiums, a moto win, I’m a bit bummed I didn’t get a GP win. But anyway, I think we can’t complain, and I’m very proud of the team, they’ve done an incredible job, they stepped it up big time and had a lot of fun this year. I’m really happy having the bronze medal now, it’s been a good year.”
At 34 years old, Coldenhoff also acknowledged his experienced status in the paddock and took pride in how both experienced riders and the next generation of talent performed this season.
“It’s quite funny, I’m the oldest of the class, and Romain is following me there and of course there’s some young talent as well. It’s always good when the young talents come up but still the old guys did well this year.”
Despite reaching a career highlight, the Dutchman dropped an update regarding his future, admitting that 2025 could mark the end of his time in MXGP – meaning Darwin could be the final GP of his career – it also marked his 252nd GP.
“I think I won’t be there (in MXGP) next year to be honest. It’s my 10th season this year, I think, it’s the same as Romain. It looks like I will not continue in MXGP next year, so I’m not too sure what is going on for next year for me, I’m still trying to figure things out. I’m trying hard to get the outdoor season in the US but until this moment, nothing is sure yet. I hope within the two weeks, I will have some news. I mean, it’s not nice, finishing third in the championship, having such an incredible season and not having anything for the year after, it’s kind of crazy. But it is what it is and I have got to live with it. I’ve had an incredible season, I think my best season of my career and I can look back and be proud.”
For now, Coldenhoff can celebrate what he describes as his best season to date, but the uncertainty surrounding his future casts a shadow over the achievement. Whether he stays in Europe or makes the jump to the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, one thing is clear – 2025 has cemented Glenn Coldenhoff’s reputation as one of the most consistent and respected riders of his era.
