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REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 2025 JUNIOR E-MOTOCROSS SERIES!

05.03.2025 News News 2025

Infront Moto Racing and KTM AG are pleased to confirm that registration for the 2025 Junior e-Motocross Series has officially opened. Now entering its fifth year, the pioneering racing series continues to bring together the best young riders from across Europe and further afield, with all five rounds played out alongside selected Grands Prix on the FIM Motocross World Championship calendar. With only 40 spots available, parents and guardians of eager youngsters are urged to sign-up online today to secure one of the coveted places behind the start gate.

The Junior e-Motocross Series introduces budding riders to the world of professional motocross racing at a very young age. The exclusive experience of being inside the MXGP paddock, competing on Grand Prix circuits, and enjoying track walks with elite athletes has been curated to nurture these children into conducting themselves professionally both on and off the racetrack.

The proven racing format of a Time Practice session to determine gate pick followed by two races continues in 2025. With thousands of fans on hand to witness the action at every round, each young rider competing in the Junior e-Motocross Series will soon become accustomed to racing in front of a huge crowd. Then, for the top three overall at each event, they will make their way onto the podium to celebrate their respective achievements.

Open to riders aged between 6-8 years old (with their age taken on January 1, 2025), the Junior e-Motocross Series is expected to reach full capacity within a matter of days. Racers must compete on either a KTM SX-E 5, GASGAS MC-E 5, or Husqvarna EE 5, in addition to holding a valid racing license from their national federation.

Finally, a commitment to contesting at least three rounds is essential to securing a place on the start line with all applications handled based on the date and time they were submitted. Every successful competitor will receive a special care package containing branded merchandise and accessories at round one in France while the overall series winner will receive an exclusive prize at the end of the season.

To register for the 2025 Junior e-Motocross Series, follow this link.

2025 Junior e-Motocross Series Calendar

Round 1: 25 May – MXGP of France, Ernee

Round 2: 1 June – MXGP of Germany, Teutschenthal

Round 3: 22 June – MXGP of Great Britain, Matterley Basin,

Rounds 4 & 5: 26/27 July – MXGP of Czech Republic, Loket

CALENDAR CONFIRMED FOR 2025 JUNIOR E-MOTOCROSS SERIES!

27.02.2025 News News 2025 Press Releases

The highly anticipated calendar for the 2025 Junior e-Motocross Series is now complete with the tour once again taking place alongside five rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship. Returning for its fifth edition, the e-powered racing series begins at the MXGP of France on May 24/25 before travelling to Germany, Great Britain, and then a two-round, double-header event in Loket, Czech Republic brings the season to an exciting conclusion. Registration to take part in the 2025 campaign opens on March 5.

Now entering its fifth year of safely introducing talented young riders to competing on MXGP circuits, the Junior e-Motocross Series continues to grow in popularity with each passing season. Contested over five rounds and featuring a Time Practice session followed by two points-paying races, the series puts aspiring youngsters one step closer to realising their dreams of one day becoming a professional racer.

Following the opening round in Ernee, France, the series continues one week later at a regular stop on the calendar – Teutschenthal in Germany – on June 1. Three weeks later the tour resumes for round three at the popular Matterley Basin circuit in southern England on June 22. Then, after a five-week break, the final two rounds take place in the Czech Republic and draw to a close what’s expected to be another memorable year of racing.

The entry requirements remain the same for 2025. Riders must compete on a KTM SX-E 5, GASGAS MC-E 5, or Husqvarna EE 5, and be aged between 6-8 years old (age taken on January 1, 2025). A valid racing licence from a national federation is also necessary, as well as a commitment to entering at least three rounds of the series. All entrants will receive a special care package consisting of branded merchandise dependent on the bike they register with at the first event they attend.

2025 European Junior e-Motocross Series Calendar

Round 1: 25 May – MXGP of France, Ernee

Round 2: 1 June – MXGP of Germany, Teutschenthal

Round 3: 22 June – MXGP of Great Britain, Matterley Basin,

Rounds 4 & 5: 26/27 July – MXGP of Czech Republic, Loket

Lucas Bos Crowned 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series Champion At Final Round In Switzerland

26.08.2024 News News 2024 Press Releases

Lucas Bos has won the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series at the fifth and final round at the MXGP of Switzerland. The French youngster clinched the title following an impressive season that saw him secure two overall wins and two other podium finishes. At round five, it was Ryan Gabriel who claimed the overall win.

The 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series headed to Switzerland for round five, with 36 eager young competitors taking to the start line in Frauenfeld. Saturday saw riders complete a timed practice session and the first of two seven-minute-plus-one-lap races, with the second race contested on Sunday morning.

Heading into the final round with a healthy 24-point lead in the series standings, France’s Lucas Bos made his intentions clear from the off, going fastest in timed practice on his KTM SX-E 5. After his strong performance at round three, Belgium’s Roan Calado Reyes was second, with Austria’s Ryan Gabriel in third.

Race one on Saturday was super competitive, with Ryan Gabriel steering his Husqvarna EE 5 to a commanding 12-second victory after an intense battle with Lucas Bos. Under the blazing Swiss sun, Bos took the lead on lap two, but the young Austrian claimed it back with three laps to go. Rounding out the podium was France’s Mathis Negre, who finished just three seconds behind countryman Bos after battling with Alexander Bihlmann for most of the race.

Sunday morning’s race two saw the weather take a turn for the worse, with heavy rain causing the race to be red-flagged.

Lucas Bos was crowned 2024 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series champion after his second-place finish in race one. Germany’s Alexander Bihlmann had an impressive year in the series on his GASGAS MC-E 5, with a race win and two podiums under his belt, to finish second overall. Taking to the final step of the podium was Frenchman Mathis Negre who earned a well-deserved third place overall.

The Junior e-Motocross Series saw huge success in 2024, with a packed start gate every round and huge crowds drawn to watch each race. Taking on four different MXGP tracks, the series showcased the impressive capability of the KTM, GASGAS, and Husqvarna machines while also inspiring the younger generation of riders.

Lucas Bos: “I’m so happy to have won the series this year, it’s an amazing feeling! I’ve worked really hard all year and so have my family so thank you to everyone that has helped. I’ve loved racing this series!”

Lucas Bos Extends Championship Lead While Ryan Gabriel Claims First Overall Win at Rounds Three and Four of 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series

21.07.2024 News News 2024 Press Releases

Lucas Bos topped the timesheets on Saturday at round three of the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series, steering his KTM SX-E 5 to victory in race two. The Frenchman extended his lead in the overall standings to an impressive 24 points. On Sunday, it was Austrian Ryan Gabriel who came out on top at round four, the second round of the double-header at the MXGP of Czech Republic.

Hosting rounds three and four of the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series, the hard-pack circuit in Loket, Czech Republic, was perfect for the 40 youngsters lining up to compete. Both days saw riders take on a timed practice session, followed by two seven-minute-plus-one-lap-races. In the first timed practice session of the weekend, it was Austria’s Ryan Gabriel who topped the timesheets on his Husqvarna EE 5, with Alexander Bihimann and Lucas Bos coming in second and third.

Saturday’s first race saw Alexander Bihimann dominate, leading the whole race to come out on top aboard his GASGAS MC-E 5. Securing his best result of the series so far, it was Belgium’s Roan Calado Reyes who took second place on the last lap after lying in third for the first two laps. Ryan Gabriel rounded out the top three in race one.

Race two belonged to series leader Lucas Bos, who steered his KTM SX-E 5 to victory in Loket. Taking the lead on the second lap, the French youngster then maintained it for the rest of the race to secure his spot on the top of the podium, taking the overall round three win at the same time. Just three seconds behind Bos was fellow Frenchman Mathis Negre in second, with Austria’s Raphael Edlinger in third.

Sunday morning saw the enthusiastic young riders line up for round four of the Junior e-Motocross Series. Ryan Gabriel put in the fastest time again in the second timed practice of the weekend, making his intentions clear ahead of the upcoming two races.

Lucas Bos, fuelled by his win in race two on Saturday, took control in Sunday’s race one and moved into the lead by lap two, maintaining it until the finish to claim the victory. Ryan Gabriel secured a solid runner-up finish, with current championship runner-up Alexander Bihimann coming home in third.

Race two saw a new victor emerge, with Austria’s Raphael Edlinger claiming his first victory of the series after leading the race from start to finish. Collecting another runner-up finish and proving that consistency is key, Ryan Gabriel put in an excellent ride to secure the overall round four win. Third place went to Denmark’s Vitus Horsebog who finished less than a second behind Gabriel.

The Junior e-Motocross series entertained the packed crowds at the MXGP of Czech Republic, showcasing the capability of the Husqvarna, KTM, and GASGAS machines as well as the talent of the next generation of riders. After four exciting rounds of racing, the 2024 Junior e-Motocross series comes to a close in Fraunfeld, Switzerland, on August 24-25 for round five.

Lucas Bos: “I’m so happy to have won on Saturday, and it’s really exciting that I am leading the championship. I’m going to work really hard before Switzerland so hopefully I can win the series there!”

Ryan Gabriel: “I can’t believe I finally got my first overall win at round four! It’s a great feeling and I have enjoyed racing in Loket all weekend. I’m excited for the last round of the series in Switzerland.”

Jonas Moutin Dominates in Germany at Round Two of the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series

02.06.2024 News News 2024

Jonas Moutin has emerged victorious in Teutschenthal at round two of the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series after securing a commanding race win on Saturday. The KTM SX-E 5 mounted French youngster put in an impressive ride in front of a packed crowd at the MXGP of Germany.

Just two weeks on from the season opener, the 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series headed to the valley of Teutschenthal, Germany, one of the most iconic circuits on the MXGP calendar, for round two. The action kicked off with a timed practice session, followed by the first of the weekend’s two scheduled seven-minute-plus-one-lap races. With a full start gate made up of passionate young riders of 12 different nationalities, it made for some exciting racing. As he did in France, Lucas Bos went fastest in timed practice, ahead of fellow Frenchmen Mathis Negre and Jonas Moutin.

Race one saw plenty of exciting battles as the youngsters took on the fan-favourite MXGP circuit. Fuelled by his race win at round one, it was Jonas Moutin who came out on top on his KTM SX-E 5 for the second time this season after battling with Alexander Bihimann in the early stages of the race. GASGAS MC-E 5 mounted Bihimann ultimately secured second place ahead of Vitus Horseborg, despite the Danish rider piling on the pressure in the final few laps.

Unfortunately, following the first race, a meeting was held with Infront Moto Racing, organisers of the FIM MXGP World Championship, and it was decided that the second race would be cancelled due to track conditions following heavy rain on Saturday.

Racing in front of the packed hillsides of fans in Teutchenthal, the Junior e-Motocross Series provided no shortage of entertainment for fans at the MXGP of Germany. The series showcases not only the skill of the future generation of motocross stars, but also the remarkable capability of their electric machines. The 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series heads to Loket, Czech Republic for more action at round three on July 20-21.

Jonas Moutin: “I’m really happy to have got my first overall win! At round one I won one of the races, but not overall, so it’s really exciting to have done that this weekend. Thanks to everyone who helped me get here and I can’t wait for the next round.”

Victory at Home for Lucas Bos at Opening Round of 2024 Junior e-Motocross Series in France

19.05.2024 News News 2024 Press Releases

Lucas Bos has secured the overall win on home soil at the opening round of the 2024 Junior e-Motocross series after winning race one and finishing as runner-up in race two. Competing on a KTM SX-E 5, the young French rider put in a commanding performance all weekend on the hillsides of St Jean d’Angely at the MXGP of France.

The technical St Jean d’Angely circuit in France hosted the 2024 Junior e-Motocross season opener, where a near full gate of riders took to the line. Beginning with a timed practice session on Saturday morning followed by the first of two seven-minute-plus-one-lap races, eager young riders from twelve different countries took on the iconic MXGP track. It was France’s Lucas Bos who topped the timesheets for the first time over the weekend on his KTM SX-E 5, ahead of Mathis Negre and Ryan Gabriel.

The first race of the series provided no shortage of entertainment, with some impressive battles happening throughout. Keeping his momentum from timed practice, Lucas Bos took the lead on lap two and maintained it for the rest of the race to secure his first victory. Just behind Bos, a three-way battle for second place was ongoing between Ryan Gabriel, Alexander Bihimann, and Vitus Horseborg. Ultimately, it was Austria’s Gabriel who clinched second place on the final lap aboard his Husqvarna EE 5, with Alexander Bihimann rounding out the top three on his GASGAS MC-E 5.

Race two saw a new victor emerge as Jonas Moutin took the win over Lucas Bos, also on home soil. The French pair traded places for the duration of the race, but it was Jonas, on his KTM SX-E 5, who took the lead on the final lap, leaving Lucas in second. Denmark’s Vitus Horsebog had an excellent start, going into lap one in fourth, which he managed to one-up by the finish line, going third-fastest in race two just five seconds behind Moutin.

The Junior e-Motocross series drew plenty of spectators, with the fan-favourite track suiting the enthusiastic young riders and demonstrating the impressive capability of their machines. After a thrilling opening round, the 2024 Junior e-Motocross series continues in two weeks’ time at the MXGP of Germany in Teutschenthal on June 2-3.

Lucas Bos: “I’m really happy to have won overall, especially after winning yesterday. I loved racing in the championship last year so to win now is amazing. Thank you to my family and my sponsors for helping me get here, I can’t wait for the next races.”

Race Weekend Overall:

1. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), 47 points;
2. Jonas Moutin (FRA, KTM), 39 p.;
3. Vitus Horsebog (DEN, GAS), 38 p.;
4. Alexander Bihlmann (GER, GAS), 36 p.;
5. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, HUS), 36 p.;

Timoteï Cez Continues To Dominate The 2023 Junior e-Motocross Series With Another Double Race Victory In Germany

13.06.2023 News News 2023

Maintaining his perfect season of race wins, France’s Timoteï Cez charged to a stunning pair of victories aboard his GASGAS MC-E 5 at round three of the 2023 Junior e-Motocross Series in Germany. Placing second and keeping the pressure on Cez all weekend long was British racer Austin Edwards (KTM) who climbed onto the overall podium for the first time this year with Asan Quesada (KTM) from Spain rounding out the rostrum in third.

Another full line-up of 40 enthusiastic young riders from across Europe made their way to Teutschenthal in Germany for round three of the 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series. The technical circuit offered very similar conditions to those seen at the previous round in France, with deep ruts creating a challenging race track. With the track at its smoothest for Saturday morning’s qualifying session, series leader Cez posted the fastest time ahead of Edwards and Quesada.

Leading every lap of race one, Cez rode faultlessly to take his fifth win from five starts only this time, Edwards matched the Frenchman’s pace throughout the seven-minute-plus-one-lap moto. Crossing the line just over one second from victory, Austin thoroughly enjoyed recording his best result of the season so far. The fight for third was equally as close with Quesada successfully fending off a hard-charging Jordan Cadenel (Husqvarna) from France for the final spot on the podium.

The second moto results mirrored race one with Cez taking the win over Edwards while in another close battle for third, KTM SX-E 5 rider Quesada kept Cadenel at bay for the duration of the moto.

The 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series now heads to Germany for the third stop of the series on the weekend of June 10-11, running alongside the MXGP of Germany at the historic Teuschenthal race track.

Overall, Cez stood on top of the podium and now leads the series by 28 points over the consistent Cadenel with two rounds remaining. Quesada advances from fifth to third following his strong rides in Germany with Camronn Gautier (KTM) and Edwards placed fourth and fifth respectively.

The 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series concludes on the weekend of July 15-16 with a double header event at the Loket circuit in the Czech Republic. The penultimate event takes place on the Saturday with the fifth and decisive final round taking place on Sunday.

Timoteï Cez: “It’s great to win again. The track was similar to France with all the deep ruts and it was really technical. It was close in the first race. Austin was riding really well and he was right behind me the whole time so I had to ride smart and not make any mistakes. I’ve got a nice lead in the series standings but there are still four races to go. I like the track in Loket and I can’t wait to go there and race next month.”

MXe Race 1 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 9:06.975; 2. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), +0:06.348; 3. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), +0:23.425; 4. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:24.822; 5. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +0:32.171; 6. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), +0:35.196; 7. Richard Monzer (GER, KTM), +0:52.936; 8. Mathis Negre (FRA, KTM), +0:58.511; 9. Lenny Adel Menad (FRA, GASGAS), +0:59.893; 10. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, Husqvarna), +1:03.525

MXe Race 2 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 8:54.448; 2. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), +0:01.193; 3. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), +0:14.551; 4. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:15.275; 5. Oskar Walter (GER, KTM), +0:29.784; 6. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), +0:50.036; 7. Leo Veinbergs (LAT, KTM), +0:51.162; 8. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +0:51.902; 9. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), +0:51.922; 10. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, Husqvarna), +0:54.420

MXe Overall – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 50 points; 2. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), 44 p.; 3. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 40 p.; 4. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GAS), 36 p.; 5. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), 30 p.; 6. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 29 p.; 7. Richard Monzer (GER, KTM), 22 p.; 8. Lenny Adel Menad (FRA, GAS), 22 p.; 9. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, HUS), 22 p.; 10. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), 22 p

MXe Championship – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 150 points; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, HUS), 122 p.; 3. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 102 p.; 4. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 95 p.; 5. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), 91 p.; 6. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), 86 p.; 7. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), 65 p.; 8. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), 58 p.; 9. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, HUS), 53 p.; 10. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GAS), 51 p

French Star Timoteï Cez Maintains Winning Ways To Top Second Round of 2023 Junior e-Motocross Series

22.05.2023 News News 2023

Racing in front of his home crowd for round two of the 2023 Junior e-Motocross Series, Timoteï Cez was once again unbeatable aboard his GASGAS MC-E 5 as the young French racer won both races to extend his series lead. Second overall was fellow Frenchman Jordan Cadenel (Husqvarna) with Spaniard Adan Quesada (KTM) stepping onto the overall podium for the first time this year in third.

The deeply rutted and incredibly technical circuit of Villars sous Ecot was the venue for round two of the 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series. Held two weeks after the successful season-opener in Spain, another full line-up of 40 youngsters made the trip to the east of France for the second round to compete at what was a new venue for the series. Setting the pace around the slightly shortened circuit in qualifying was early points leader Timoteï Cez, ahead of last year’s series runner-up, Austin Edwards (KTM) from Great Britain.

Spanish racer Quesada aboard his KTM SX-E 5 led the way early on in race one ahead of Cez and Cadenel, before Cez found a way by to take the lead on lap two. From there Cez would build up a comfortable margin and go on to take victory from Quesada in second, who secured his best race result of the series so far. Third would go to Cadenel with the top three riders well ahead of the chasing pack.

Race two was much closer at the finish with the top three riders separated by less than four seconds! Leading from the start and looking to take two wins from two races was Cez. Close behind was Cadenel and the fast-starting Edwards with both riders vying for their first race win of the year. Remaining calm at the front and spurred on by his home fans, Cez would ultimately claim his fourth straight race win of the year by the narrowest of margins ahead of Cadenel in second with Edwards in third.

With two race wins, the overall went to Cez who extends his series lead to 14 points over Cadenel. Lucas Bos (GASGAS), who placed third overall in Spain, maintains third in the standings with the top five rounded out by Camronn Gautier (KTM) in fourth and Quesada in fifth.

Timoteï Cez: “It’s been another great weekend! Winning at my home race is really special but it wasn’t easy. Race one was really good as I was able to ride quite comfortably up front but in race two, it was really hard work. It was such a close race with Jordan and Austin and I gave it everything I had to take the win. So far, it’s been a great season and I’m looking forward to round three in Germany.”

MXe Race 1 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 9:30.118; 2. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), +0:15.103; 3. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:25.557; 4. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GASGAS), +0:56.160; 5. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +1:09.912; 6. Lucas Bos (FRA, GASGAS), +1:13.443; 7. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), +1:23.929; 8. Jonas Moutin (FRA, KTM), +1:26.755; 9. Leo Veinbergs (LAT, KTM), +1:42.004; 10. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, Husqvarna), -1 lap(s)

MXe Race 2 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 9:36.713; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:00.522; 3. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), +0:03.974; 4. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), +0:17.679; 5. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +0:24.407; 6. Lucas Bos (FRA, GASGAS), +0:31.770; 7. Leo Veinbergs (LAT, KTM), +0:56.429; 8. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), +1:01.814; 9. Oskar Walter (GER, KTM), +1:02.994; 10. Alexander Bihlmann (GER, GASGAS), +1:03.063

MXe Overall – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 50 points; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GAS), 42 p.; 3. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 40 p.; 4. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), 34 p.; 5. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 32 p.; 6. Lucas Bos (FRA, GAS), 30 p.; 7. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GAS), 28 p.; 8. Leo Veinbergs (LAT, KTM), 26 p.; 9. Richard Monzer (GER, KTM), 16 p.; 10. Jonas Moutin (FRA, KTM), 16 p

MXe Championship – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 100 points; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GAS), 86 p.; 3. Lucas Bos (FRA, GAS), 70 p.; 4. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 66 p.; 5. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 62 p.; 6. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GAS), 51 p.; 7. Austin Edwards (GBR, KTM), 47 p.; 8. Enzo Garrido Barrios (ESP, GAS), 36 p.; 9. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), 36 p.; 10. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), 35 p

Timoteï Cez Dominates Opening Round of the 2023 Junior e-Motocross Series in Spain

09.05.2023 News News 2023

Reigning Junior e-Motocross Series Champion Timoteï Cez has raced to a stunning pair of moto wins at round one of the 2023 series to claim overall victory in Spain. The young French rider, competing on a GASGAS MC-E 5 for his title defence, was simply unstoppable on Spanish soil and began the new championship with a winning start. Rounding out the podium were fellow French racers Jordan Cadenel (GASGAS) in second with Lucas Bos (KTM) in third.

The technical intu Xanadú circuit in Spain played host to round one of the 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series. A full line-up of 40 young riders from across the world made the trip to the season-opener and their weekend began with a qualifying session on Saturday morning to decide the starting order for the two seven-minute-plus-one-lap races. Posting a lap time almost five seconds faster than his closest competition, Timoteï Cez would lead the enthusiastic young riders to the line in both motos.

Leading from start to finish, Cez dominated race one to win by a staggering 46 seconds and add 25 points to his series tally. Behind the 2022 champion, Cadenel completed lap one in seventh before charging forwards and moving into second on the penultimate lap to claim his hard-fought runner-up finish. Another rider on the move in moto one was Bos on his KTM SX-E 5. Starting from outside the top 10, the French racer made two passes on the final lap to secure third.

In race two, Cez matched his moto one result, this time with a margin of victory of 20 seconds. With his nearest rivals from race one, Cadenel and Bos, rounding the first turn up front, they did all they could to stay with the fast-starting Frenchman. As they worked their way past another rising French star, Camronn Gautier, who held second until the halfway point of the race, the duo gave it everything they had but would ultimately equal their moto one results with Cadenel second and Bos in third.

With the dust now settled on an exciting opening round, the 2023 European Junior e-Motocross Series continues in two weeks’ time at the MXGP of France on May 20-21. With French riders filling the top four spots in the series standings, Cez, Cadenel, Bos, and Gautier will be eager and excited to race in front of their home crowd at the hillside circuit of Villars sous Ecot.

Timoteï Cez: “It’s amazing to start the new season with a win! The race on Saturday was really good and the track was quite technical. I got a great start and just stayed out of trouble and won with a nice margin. The second race was good as well and to win the overall is amazing. I had great starts in both races, which is really important. Up next is my home GP in France so I’m looking forward to that one!”

MXe Race 1 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 9:00.408; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:45.958; 3. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), +0:48.447; 4. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +0:49.813; 5. Víctor Moratilla Moreno (ESP, Husqvarna), +0:53.910; 6. Pepe Badiella (ESP, GASGAS), +0:55.395; 7. Mathis Negre (FRA, KTM), +1:03.912; 8. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GASGAS), +1:05.938; 9. Enzo Garrido Barrios (ESP, GASGAS), +1:11.853; 10. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), +1:13.144;

MXe Race 2 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GASGAS), 9:03.710; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GASGAS), +0:19.959; 3. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), +0:27.408; 4. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), +0:38.741; 5. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), +0:47.173; 6. Víctor Moratilla Moreno (ESP, Husqvarna), +0:51.957; 7. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), +0:53.466; 8. Ryan Gabriel (AUT, Husqvarna), +0:58.533; 9. Enzo Garrido Barrios (ESP, GASGAS), +1:02.836; 10. Alejandro Mellado Palomino (ESP, KTM), +1:06.565;

MXe Overall – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 50 points; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GAS), 44 p.; 3. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), 40 p.; 4. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 34 p.; 5. Víctor Moratilla Moreno (ESP, HUS), 31 p.; 6. Enzo Garrido Barrios (ESP, GAS), 24 p.; 7. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GAS), 23 p.; 8. Mathis Negre (FRA, KTM), 23 p.; 9. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 22 p.; 10. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), 22 p.;

MXe Championship – Top 10 Classification: 1. Timoteï Cez (FRA, GAS), 50 points; 2. Jordan Cadenel (FRA, GAS), 44 p.; 3. Lucas Bos (FRA, KTM), 40 p.; 4. Camronn Gautier (FRA, KTM), 34 p.; 5. Víctor Moratilla Moreno (ESP, HUS), 31 p.; 6. Enzo Garrido Barrios (ESP, GAS), 24 p.; 7. Riccardo Galia (ITA, GAS), 23 p.; 8. Mathis Negre (FRA, KTM), 23 p.; 9. Adan Quesada (ESP, KTM), 22 p.; 10. Eddi Haustein (GER, KTM), 22 p.;