Elsa Andersson Löf has officially joined Yamaha Scandinavia and the ATV Racing Team for the 2026 season. The Swedish rider, already a two-time EMX Women 125 European Champion, is stepping up to the highly competitive 250 4-stroke class.
We eagerly awaited this final motocross race in the Girls (11-16) category to close out the 2025 Mini O's series.
The final women’s motocross race of the week at Mini O’s delivered exactly what everyone was waiting for: a showdown between some of the best female riders on the amateur scene and a chance to complete a perfect week for Lotte van Drunen.
The WMX World Championship calendar is changing. Infront Moto Racing has just released a new version of the 2026 calendar.
As the day drew to a close at Mini O’s, the country’s best young female riders lined up for the first motocross race in the Girls (11–16) class, showcasing some of the brightest future stars of women’s motocross.
In the world of women's motocross and off-road racing, prize money is rare. Used for national championships, it doesn't exist at the world championships. How do the riders manage to support themselves during their season? Do they receive any money?
After the supercross, it was time for motocross in Florida at Mini O’s. The 68 riders were divided into two groups.
The Girls (11–16) Supercross final at Mini O’s delivered one of the most exciting moments of the day as riders battled for their last SX crown before the motocross program begins.
Katherine Prumm, now Katherine Oberlin-Brown, was among the first global stars to elevate women’s motocross before the official WMX World Championship began in 2008. At just 18 years old, she dominated European and American tracks, claiming back-to-back FIM Women’s World Cup titles in 2006 and 2007. Yet her meteoric rise was cut short by a series of devastating injuries that nearly ended her life and dashed her dreams of a triple world crown.
The Women’s Supercross final at Mini O’s delivered intense action this afternoon, with Lotte van Drunen securing yet another major victory on American soil—her third U.S. title.
Women's motocross and enduro have been continuously growing over recent years. Despite this progress, the role of brands remains crucial, not only through sponsorship but also by providing equipment specifically designed for female riders. Which brands are truly committed? What challenges still need to be overcome? Here are the key aspects highlighting brand influence in women's motorsports.
FX Action, promoter of the Italian Motocross Championship, has officially revealed the calendar for the 2026 season. The announcement comes shortly after another remarkable year in which Kiara Fontanesi reaffirmed her dominance, securing the 2025 title ahead of Danée Gelissen and Giorgia Montini.
KL Racing Team, a Danish structure present in the MXGP and WMX paddock for the past two years, has announced that it will put its racing program on hold for the 2026 season. The team—managed by Kristoffer Larsen—welcomed Danish rider Malou Jakobsen this season, supporting her full-time in the WMX World Championship.
British WMX rider Lucy Barker is set to travel to the United States to compete at the prestigious Mini O’s in Florida, taking place from November 22nd to 29th. The event, known as one of the biggest amateur races in America, attracts top talent from around the world. Barker will line up alongside two riders she knows well: Lotte van Drunen and Elena Kapsamer.
Spanish WMX rider Jana Sanchez has officially announced the end of her collaboration with the RFME Mequitec Racing National Team. Sanchez had joined the structure at the start of the season alongside teammate Daniela Guillén, with the shared goal of competing in the Women’s Motocross World Championship (WMX) and was getting closer to the Top 10.
Swedish motocross rider Nellie Fransson will continue her journey with JK Racing Yamaha for the 2026 Women’s Motocross World Championship (WMX). The Italian team, known for its long-term support of female racers, is once again placing its trust in the young and talented Swede.
In women’s motocross, time seems to run faster. While many male riders stay on the world stage well into their thirties, most WMX careers shine brightly — and end far too soon. Few women make it past their thirties in the sport, even when their talent is undeniable. Some step away after injuries. Others simply run out of support, funding, or opportunity. But behind this pattern lies a deeper truth: it’s not about a lack of determination or skill. It’s about structure.
It's now official: Lotte van Drunen and De Baets MX Team will continue their partnership for the 2026 season. After two successful years with two WMX World Championship titles, the goal will be to secure a third consecutive title. There will be no change of manufacturer, as Yamaha will continue to provide support.
After announcing her departure from the Van Venrooy KTM Racing team, Lynn Valk has joined DVS Junior Racing. The Dutch rider will compete in the WMX World Championship on a TM 250. She will also participate in the Dutch Masters and several other races.
The French MXF Championship is one of the first championships to unveil its calendar. The 2026 edition features seven races from March to June. Amandine Verstappen secured her seventh consecutive title this year, equaling Livia Lancelot’s record. The Belgian rider from the New Bike Yamaha team will attempt to break this record by winning another title.
Lotte van Drunen is set to make her return to the United States to compete in the 2025 edition of the Mini O’s, held from November 22–29 in Florida.
After three seasons together, Taylah McCutcheon and Empire Kawasaki have officially parted ways, marking the end of a significant chapter in the Australian rider’s professional motocross career.
After surprising many with her comeback to racing at the start of the 2025 season, Irish motocross rider Natalie Kane has confirmed that she will continue competing in 2026 — and this time, on new machinery.
The grand finale of the Spanish Women’s Motocross Championship took place this weekend in Morón de la Frontera, bringing an end to an exciting 2025 season filled with intense battles and standout performances.
