KAY DE WOLF IN FINE FORM IN FINLAND

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing experienced a weekend of extremes at Round 13 of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, as Kay de Wolf delivered a sensational clean sweep in the MX2 class at the all-new KymiRing circuit in Finland. Teammate Liam Everts was ruled out of action following a heavy crash in Saturday’s qualifying race.

For de Wolf, the weekend marked a statement of intent. After a difficult run of form across the past month, the Dutch rider arrived in Finland refocused and rejuvenated. During the two-week break following the MXGP of Great Britain, he doubled down on training and preparation – determined to turn the tide. The results spoke for themselves. Across three races, the reigning MX2 champion was untouchable, claiming a perfect 1-1-1 scorecard and the maximum 60 points on offer.

Located in southern Finland, the new KymiRing track made its MXGP debut with a challenging 1620-metre layout carved through gravelly, variable-depth sand. Hot and humid weather followed a huge overnight storm into Sunday, transforming the brand-new venue into a technical and physically demanding test for even the most seasoned sand specialists.

Saturday’s qualifying began positively for both riders, with Everts showing blistering pace from the outset – leading the session and looking settled on the soft terrain. But disaster struck on lap

seven, when the Belgian suffered a heavy crash through the wave section while running out front. Thrown over the bars, he managed to remount and return to the paddock under his own power, but later medical checks revealed a sacral fracture. Everts was withdrawn from competition on Saturday evening and has since returned home for further evaluation.

Meanwhile, de Wolf powered to victory in the qualifying race – his second of the season – setting the tone for what would become a career-highlight performance on Sunday.

In race one, he slipped to sixth briefly at the start but was up to third by the end of lap one. By lap four, he’d picked off both Benistant and Adamo, and once again took the lead. De Wolf’s smooth riding style proved perfectly suited to the shifting KymiRing surface. De Wolf controlled the race from the front, maintaining calm under pressure and extending his lead lap after lap – eventually crossing the line more than eight seconds clear of P2.

Race two showcased more of the same. Despite another tough launch, de Wolf wasted no time and came from outside the top five to the lead in just eleven laps. Once out front, he pulled away and commanded an 11-second lead before the flag. With one win on Saturday and two on Sunday, de Wolf completed the perfect weekend – securing his fourth Grand Prix victory of the season, twelfth career GP win, and 35th career podium.

Next up, is the MXGP of the Czech Republic at Loket on the 27th July.

Kay de Wolf: 
“It’s great to be back on the top step – that was the goal this weekend: to take 60 points from the round after the break. After Matterley, we sat down and made a plan – I skipped my holiday and went straight back to work. I think I managed my rhythm really well this weekend. Together with the team, we stuck to the plan and did exactly what we needed to do: go 1-1-1. All the hard work paid off – I couldn’t have done it without this team. My mechanics drove hours and hours so I could get in the right training over the last two weeks. My family, my girlfriend – everyone behind me – they’ve all put in so much. This one feels emotional. To deliver this result after everything we put into it… it means a lot.”

Liam Everts: 
“It’s frustrating, of course, especially because I felt great on the bike and was leading the race when it happened. But this is part of the sport. I’ve had checks and confirmed it’s a sacral fracture, so I’m heading home now to rest and begin the recovery process. Thanks to the team and everyone for the support – we’ll be back.”