Lommel Sandstorm: De Wolf’s Masterclass Reignites MX2 Title Chase.
Kay de Wolf delivered a dominant performance in the deep Lommel sand, taking a perfect 1-1-1 to bolster his MX2 title bid and close the gap to 38 points.
Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing delivered a statement weekend at round fifteen of the 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, as Kay de Wolf completed a masterclass performance to win every session and race at the MXGP of Flanders in Lommel.
The Dutchman’s perfect 1-1-1 scorecard marked a pivotal moment in his title campaign-catapulting him back into second in the championship standings and reigniting the chase for the red plate.
Set in the heart of Belgium’s motocross heartland, Lommel has long been revered as the ultimate test of rider and machine. The 1850-metre track-featuring 53 metres of elevation and infamous for its bottomless sand-was made even more demanding by heavy rain on Friday, deepening the ruts and sharpening the bumps.
As a recognised sand specialist, de Wolf arrived with confidence. Coming into the weekend third in the standings with 641 points – just one behind rival Andrea Adamo – de Wolf knew Lommel could be a turning point. From the first lap of timed practice, that mindset was clear. The Dutch rider topped the session on his final lap, edging out Sacha Coenen by just over three tenths.
Saturday’s qualifying race saw de Wolf play his cards to perfection. Moving into the lead on lap six, he controlled the race with precision-eventually taking the win by nearly five seconds and adding 10 valuable points to his tally.
On Sunday, de Wolf raised the bar again. In the opening moto, he was simply untouchable. From the opening lap, de Wolf launched into the lead and never looked back. A fastest lap of 2:03.779 on lap two set the tone, and with average speeds approaching 52 km/h through the brutal sand, he opened a commanding gap. After 14 laps of pure class, he crossed the line with a staggering 28.9-second advantage-his 24th career moto win.
Race two brought more humid conditions, but equally no let-up in intensity. After charging into second on the opening lap, de Wolf took the lead by lap two seconds and began stretching away. Coenen briefly threatened mid-moto, trimming the lead to just over seven seconds, but de Wolf responded with composure. As the remaining laps ticked down, he extended his advantage again, eventually sealing victory by 11.4 seconds and securing his 25th career race win in style.
With 60 points scored-the maximum available-de Wolf climbed to second in the MX2 standings on 666 points, just 38 behind series leader Simon Längenfelder. His ninth moto victory of the season and 35th career MX2 podium arrived at a crucial time, with just six rounds remaining.
Liam Everts, still recovering from injury, was not racing at the MXGP of Flanders. The Belgian rider remains seventh in the championship and continues to focus on rehabilitation, with hopes of a return in the coming rounds.
Next up is the MXGP of Sweden in Uddevalla on 17–18 August, where the series transitions back to hard-pack terrain.
#1 – Kay de Wolf: “Lommel is a special place for me. It’s one of the most demanding tracks on the calendar, but I felt at home straight away. From the first lap on Saturday, everything just clicked – I found my rhythm early and focused on staying smooth and consistent. From the first lap on Saturday, I felt super comfortable. I found my rhythm and just focused on keeping consistent. The team gave me the perfect bike for this kind of track – I could use my height and style to really ride the sand well. This was exactly the weekend we needed in the championship fight. The season’s far from over, and we’re going to keep pushing all the way.”
#72 – Liam Everts: “I always look forward to Lommel – it’s close to home for me – but this time, I’ve had to watch from the sidelines. It’s tough not being out there, especially when the team is doing so well. I’m focused on recovery and doing everything I can to get back on the bike soon. Massive congratulations to Kay and the whole Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing Team.”
Results – 2025 FIM Motocross World Championship, Round Fifteen:
MX2 – Overall:
1. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 50pts; 2. Camden McLellan (Triumph) 42pts; 3. Sacha Coenen (KTM) 40pts; 4. Andrea Adamo (KTM) 33pts; 5. Simon Längenfelder (KTM) 32pts; DNS. Liam Everts (Husqvarna);
MX2 – Moto One:
1. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 36:25.125; 2. Camden McLellan (Triumph) 36:53.876; 3. Andrea Adamo (KTM) 37:09.262; 4. Sacha Coenen (KTM) 37:20.426; 7. Simon Längenfelder (KTM) 37:44.219; DNS. Liam Everts (Husqvarna)
MX2 – Moto Two:
1. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 36:32.079; 2. Sacha Coenen (KTM) 36:43.484; 3. Camden McLellan (Triumph) 36:48.618; 4. Simon Längenfelder (KTM) 36:51.007; 8. Andrea Adamo (KTM) 37:59.393;DNS. Liam Everts (Husqvarna)
MX2 – Standings:
1. Simon Längenfelder (KTM) 686pts; 2. Kay de Wolf (Husqvarna) 666pts; 3. Andrea Adamo (KTM) 655pts; 4. Sacha Coenen (KTM) 559pts; 7. Liam Everts (Husqvarna) 464pts; 37. Marc-Antoine Rossi (KTM) 6pts;
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