The 2025 MX2 World Championship has started with a bang, delivering drama, unpredictability, and top-tier racing at every round. Heading into the season, reigning world champion Kay de Wolf was widely tipped to be the rider to beat—and while he currently holds the red plate heading into round five after claiming two GP victories, it’s been far from a walk in the park for the Dutchman.
De Wolf hadn’t quite looked like his dominant self until the second moto in Riola Sardo, where he delivered an epic ride, hunting down and passing Andrea Adamo to go 1-1 on the day. If he can replicate that kind of form in varying conditions, he’ll be a tough man to stop.
There have been two other GP winners so far this year—and both stories have added rich layers to this developing season. Liam Everts’ return to the front after a serious injury in 2024 has been incredible. At one point, it wasn’t even certain he’d be fit for the opening round, but he’s made huge strides in a short time. Joining the Nestaan Husqvarna setup appears to have done wonders, and while he’s still finding a bit of intensity for the full race distance, his pace and race craft are clear. Despite a limited winter prep, he’s already made a step forward in 2025—and there’s surely more to come.
Andrea Adamo, the 2023 MX2 world champion, looks revitalised and right back at his best. His GP win in France—just the third of his career—was one of the races of the year so far. Considering he suffered a DNF in the first moto of the season, the fact that he’s only 14 points behind the championship lead is impressive. With Arco di Trento coming up this weekend, expect Adamo to be fired up. The factory KTM machine also looks to be much improved this year, which will only help his cause.
Simon Längenfelder might not have taken a GP win yet in 2025, but he’s been right there. A heat-affected ride in Argentina played it’s part in him not taking the win, and in France, he was sensational in the first moto. Perhaps a lack of intensity in moto two cost him the overall there, but his speed and consistency have been strong. He also looked good in Riola, though poor starts held him back. There seems to be more of an edge to the German this year—he’s hungry for wins, and with just eight points separating him from de Wolf, he’s firmly in the title mix.
And then there’s Sacha Coenen. The Belgian teenage sensation is simply box office. His starts are explosive, no surprise given his size. Jorge Prado is one of the best starters we’ll ever see but Coenen is quickly following in his footsteps. But it’s what he does from there that’s got fans talking. In Riola, he went from dead last to fourth in moto two, finishing just 11 seconds off the win. His raw speed is jaw-dropping, but crashes remain his Achilles’ heel. Paul Malin has started to refer to him as “rubber man,” and it’s not hard to see why. If Coenen can cut down on mistakes and stay upright, he could become a serious threat as the season goes on.
Thibault Benistant has had an up-and-down start to the season. With 2025 being his final year in the MX2 class due to the age rule, the pressure is on. A podium in France was a big boost, especially under home expectations, but things went south in Riola, where he lost valuable points. Arco di Trento, a track that suits his style, could be the perfect place to bounce back.
Camden McLellan and Ferruccio Zanchi also grabbed podium finishes, adding further depth to the competition. Meanwhile, exciting rookies like Cas Valk, Valerio Lata, and Mathis Valin (currently sidelined with injury but expected to return soon) have all shown flashes of what they can do, adding more spice to an already electric championship.
With so many fast riders, unpredictable races, and tight points at the top, the 2025 MX2 World Championship has already delivered in spades. Let’s hope the main contenders can stay healthy—because if they do, hopefully there’s an exciting championship fight in store!
