The 2025 season of the EMX65 / EMX85 European Championship reached a thrilling high point this weekend with the much-anticipated Semi Finals. This pivotal stage delivered a spectacular double-header across two distinct venues: Vel’ké Uherce in Slovakia, and Cussac in France. These crucial events not only determined who would advance to the Final in Loket on July 27, but also showcased the very best of Europe’s emerging motocross talent in a weekend packed with emotion, intensity and international rivalry.
The Semi Final between the Central Europe and North Europe zones took place at the renowned motocross track in Vel’ké Uherce, Slovakia, which also hosted the sixth and final round of the EMX Women’s European Championship. The event offered a spectacular showdown of talent, determination, and fair play.
Nestled in the heart of Slovakia, Vel’ké Uherce’s scenic and technically demanding circuit welcomed the top young motocross riders from across Europe. The stakes were high, with the results determining the elite group of competitors advancing to the Grand Finale in Loket, running alongside the prestigious MXGP of the Czech Republic.
The technical level, determination, and fair play shown on track highlighted not only the talent of these young riders but also the sportsmanship and passion that drive the future of continental motocross.
EMX85
In the EMX85 category, it was a flawless display of skill and dominance from Lukas Leok (KTM) of the North Europe zone. The Estonian rider left no room for doubt, winning both races to secure a clean 50-point score and the top step of the podium.
Behind him, a fierce battle unfolded between Brits Brian Gyles (KTM) and Harry Dale (KTM) of the Central Europe zone, who each claimed a second and third place finish, ending the day tied at 42 points.
A diverse mix of talent secured spots in the Final: 5 Estonian, 5 British, 3 Latvian, 3 German, 2 Swedish, 1 New Zealander (competing under a German license) and 1 Slovakian rider will now head to Loket.
Other British Riders were Olly Waters, who was a superb 5th, Harley Marczak was 10th, Casey Lister was 12th, and Archie Stapely was 23rd. Nixon Coppins, Arthur Moore and Archie Butterfield raced but didn’t get into the points.
EMX65
The EMX65 Semi Final saw a commanding performance by Jett Gardiner (KTM) of the Central Europe zone. Entering the round second in his zone’s standings, the British rider delivered back-to-back wins to top the overall standings for the day.
Norwegian Haakon Ronning (Husqvarna), despite being the Central Europe zone leader, had to settle for two second places, while Dutch rider Bas Verspaandonk (GasGas) took third overall with a fifth and third in the motos.
The Final will now feature a truly continental lineup: 5 British, 3 Belgian, 2 Dutch, 2 German, 2 Estonian, and one each from Czechia, Norway, Slovakia, Latvia, Finland, and Poland.
Other Brits were Alfie Cotter in 7th, Tommy Wood in 14th, Max Jones in 16th, and Jack Clark in 20th.
Results
EMX85 – Overall
| Pos | Competitor | Nationality | Total | R1 | R2 |
| 1 | Lucas LEOK | EST | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| 2 | Brian GYLES | GBR | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| 3 | Harry DALE | GBR | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| 4 | Neo NINDELT | GER | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| 5 | Olly WATERS | GBR | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| 6 | Gregor LOOTUS | EST | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| 7 | Martins CIRULIS | LAT | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| 8 | Luca NIERYCHLO | GER | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| 9 | Enri LUSTUS | EST | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| 10 | Harley MARCZAK | GBR | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 11 | Simon HAHN | GER | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 12 | Casey LISTER | VIS | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| 13 | Theo KOLTS | EST | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 14 | Ebbe CALLEMO | SWE | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 15 | Rainers GRASIS | LAT | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 16 | Patriks CIRULIS | LAT | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 17 | Charlie SCHUMAN | SWE | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 18 | Robin Robert MOOSES | EST | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 19 | Jaggar TOWNLEY | NZL | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 20 | Maxim ZIMMERMAN | SVK | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 21 | Elliot LORD | SWE | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 22 | Kenzo JASPERS | NED | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 23 | Archie STAPLEY | GBR | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 24 | Wilmer LOWÉN | SWE | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 25 | Max LINDSTRÖM | SWE | 2 | 1 | 1 |
EMX65 – Overall
| Pos | Competitor | Nationality | Total | R1 | R2 |
| 1 | Jett GARDINER | GBR | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| 2 | Haakon RONNING | NOR | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| 3 | Bas VERSPAANDONK | NED | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| 4 | Matej MASAR | SVK | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| 5 | Rudolfs SPILA | LAT | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| 6 | Jesko LOBERENZ | GER | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| 7 | Alfie COTTER | GBR | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| 8 | Aston KÕIV | EST | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| 9 | Tobe VANDENEYNDE | BEL | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| 10 | Milan RUBES | CZE | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| 11 | Laur KALLIKORM | EST | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| 12 | Cedric FLEERACKERS | BEL | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| 13 | Marlo RACH | GER | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 14 | Tommy WOOD | GBR | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 15 | Felix LIND | FIN | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| 16 | Max JONES | GBR | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| 17 | Tymon ANDRZEJEWSKI | POL | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| 18 | Demy HERMES | NED | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 19 | Oscar GOBLET | BEL | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 20 | Jack CLARK | GBR | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 21 | Vojtech ZENDULKA | CZE | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 22 | Valters JURCENKO | LAT | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 23 | Jooa HAKULINEN | FIN | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 24 | Szymon ŚWIDERSKI | POL | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 25 | Karl Mark KRISTMAN | EST | 1 | 1 | 0 |
