For Jeremy Seewer, the 2026 season hasn’t opened on the strongest footing. A rider known for his technical skill and consistency at the highest level of motocross, Seewer now finds himself navigating a challenging phase—one that tests not just his performance on the bike, but his mindset away from it. Speaking candidly to Lisa Leyland, the Swiss rider offers a raw and honest look at where he stands, what he’s facing, and why he remains confident in a return to form.
Reflecting on the early rounds, Seewer doesn’t shy away from the reality of his struggles.
“I mean, we’ve been weak in the sand last year and this season started off with two races pretty sandy, sketchy tracks and that’s where our weakest point is. It’s not nice to start like this, but I try to stay positive. I know where the problems are. I’m fit and I’m in the best conditions I’ve ever been in physically so it’s not on that side and for the rest, let’s see. I hope it falls in place better on tracks like this.”
While the physical side of his preparation is stronger than ever, Seewer admits that the real challenge lies elsewhere. The mental side of racing—especially when results don’t match expectations—has proven to be the toughest battle.
“I mean, it’s mentally tougher than actually competing for winning. That’s a mental game also just to be sharp and be ready to win. But now, except like losing in a way which is happening right now, it’s like I somehow almost need to protect myself from not going complete into depression. It’s tough, but I think it will make me stronger, and I will I know already the day is going to be there that I’m back up front. I just need patience because I don’t know when it will be happening.”
Despite outside opinions suggesting otherwise, Seewer firmly believes he is far from past his peak.
“Some people say you are old; you are doing this and that. But I completely disagree. I mean, I feel better than ever physically, mentally, where I’m at with myself, with my life and everything. There is no reason I shouldn’t be competing up front and I know that. I will be back and I hope I can show some of it this weekend, you know.”
Being back in Switzerland provides a rare sense of comfort and perspective.
“We are in Switzerland, not far from home and I can sleep in my own bed, so that’s good. I mean, it could be way worse. Like I said, I’m fit, I’m ready so I mean, any kind of injury or stuff like this, that’s way more negative. That’s harder to fix than a bike, I assume. But yeah, we keep working.”
Seewer has clearly been preparing mentally for this phase, ensuring he stays grounded despite the results.
“I don’t go into depression. I kind of worked it out mentally those last few weeks, even in the winter, to be ready for what is going on now. I’m also busy with my comeback and it will be somewhere for sure. I’ve got positive memories from last year. That was amazing. I mean, sure, there was some luck involved, but I made it happen and that’s what counts. You know, nobody cares about that, especially now, one year later. But yeah, that was crazy. Being on the box in front of all my fans, that’s something I would have never dreamed of in the MXGP class. That’s a memory which will always be in my head and I try to remember that this weekend and try to get a lot of positives out of it.”
Within the team, stability and strong relationships continue to play a positive role – he’s happy to have Andrea Bonacorsi as a teammate.
“The dynamics within the team are pretty good. We understand each other well, especially me and Andrea (Bonacorsi). We have a good friendship since actually longer because I remember him on a 125cc as a kid. We did some things together already back then so it’s nice to have him as a teammate. Unfortunately, he’s not here now, but the dynamic is good and nothing to complain about there.”
Returning to familiar surroundings adds another layer of motivation for Seewer, whose roots are close to this very track.
“I grew up 25 minutes from here so that’s where I’m staying. I mean, it’s my parents’ house because I’m never in Switzerland. My parents stay actually at the track on the camper so I can stay at home. But it’s 25 minutes so it’s really, really, really close. Even in the past, when I did Swiss championship races, this one was like the home race so it’s cool. I just came half an hour ago. I’m never home and the last time I’ve been home was Christmas, so I had to make some appointments when I’m here. I just came back on Thursday, so I went to the dentist this morning just to do a checkup because I had no time for the last year.”
Jeremy Seewer’s current chapter is one defined not by results, but by resilience. Through honest reflection, he reveals the realities of elite sport—the pressure, the doubt, and the constant fight to stay mentally strong. Yet through it all, his belief remains unshaken. With his fitness at an all-time high, the comfort of home fuelling his motivation, Seewer is clear about one thing: this is not the end of his story. It’s simply a challenging stretch on the road back to the front.
