Polish fans will long remember the opening round of the 2025 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Sport UP Agency ushered in a new chapter in SuperEnduro history at PreZero Arena in Gliwice, highlighted by Olszowy’s spectacular performance.
Anticipation for the new FIM SuperEnduro World Championship season had been building long before the first round. This year, the Gliwice PreZero Arena made a triumphant return as a host venue. Round 1 of the SuperEnduro series broke new ground, featuring the first-ever showdown between electric and combustion motorcycles at a competition of this level. Adding to the excitement, the starting lists in every class were stacked with talent, promising high-octane action
- A fiercely competitive Prestige class lineup.
- The always-thrilling Junior and FIM Europe Cup categories.
- The exciting debut of the all-new Youth class.
The inaugural stop of the 2024/2025 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship delivered in spectacular fashion. A record-breaking 82 riders from 15 countries battled on the track, thrilling fans with their exceptional performances both inside the arena and online via the PlayLive platform.
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A historic electric debut
Electric motorcycles made their first appearance alongside combustion bikes thanks to the efforts of the promoter, FIM, cooperation with the motorcycle industry, including STARK FUTURE.
The debut of electric bikes was highly anticipated, and after a year-long break, Taddy Błażusiak (POL) was cleared to compete on his STARK VARG, but due to certain restrictions, his performance was less fortunate than expected, leaving fans hoping for more.
However, Eddie Karlsson (SWE) impressed with a strong result in SuperPole and consistent performances in the three finals, proving that electric bikes can successfully and safely compete with combustion bikes on a SuperEnduro track.
Prestige Class: Bolt vs. Olszowy
Saturday evening kicked off with the SuperPole race, where four-time FIM SuperEnduro World Champion Billy Bolt (GBR) clocked the fastest lap time. Jonny Walker (GBR) secured second place, while Eddie Karlsson (SWE) impressed with a strong third-place finish.
In the first final of the opening round of the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship, Bolt put on a masterclass, delivering a commanding performance to claim a dominant victory. Jonny Walker followed in second, unable to match Bolt’s blistering pace, while Dominik Olszowy (POL) completed the first final in third.
The second final, however, told a different story. Dominik Olszowy seized his moment. Starting from the second row, he made an incredible charge to the front. With the home crowd’s deafening support behind him, Olszowy held off relentless pressure from Bolt. Despite Bolt’s repeated attempts to overtake – including a few that pushed him off the track –Olszowy remained calm and consistent, earning his first-ever Prestige class moto win in breathtaking style. Jonny Walker finished second again, while Ashton Brightmore (GBR), making his debut in the Prestige class, took an impressive third, with Bolt settling for fourth.
In the third and final race, Bolt reasserted his dominance. With a flawless ride from start to finish, he claimed victory and secured the overall win for the night. Olszowy finished second in the race and earned a well-deserved second place overall. Walker, despite a mishap that saw his chain come off mid-air in the third race, managed to secure third place on the overall podium.
Notably, motivated and eager to compete in the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship, Cooper Abbott (USA) made a strong impression with 4th, 7th, and 6th-place finishes across the three finals, ending up 5th overall. Abbott demonstrated that he can go head-to-head with SuperEnduro’s top riders and is sure to be a serious threat to his rivals as the series progresses.
Junior Class: A New Era
The Junior class delivered incredible excitement. A generational shift was evident as last year’s champion, Ashton Brightmore, moved up to the Prestige class. The young riders brought incredible energy and determination, delivering fierce battles and thrilling moments that kept the standings unpredictable.
In the end, it was the most consistent rider, Toby Shaw (GBR), who emerged victorious. Àlex Puey (ESP) impressed with a dominant ride in the first final and a strong second-place finish in the third, earning him the runner-up spot overall. Marc Fernandez Serra (ESP) also performed consistently to complete the Junior class podium.
Szymon Kuś (POL) showed great pace, battling for the lead twice during the event and demonstrating his potential despite some setbacks. Milan Schmüser (GER) also displayed his fighting spirit, finishing with solid points after challenges in the first two races.
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Youth class – An impressive debut
The debut of the Youth class opened the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship to 125cc motorcycles. Riders aged 14 to 18 showcased incredible skills and thrilling battles in Gliwice. Ramon Godino Gomez (ESP) and Connor Watson (GBR) took top two spots on the podium, respectively, while Polish fans had much to cheer for as Michał Laska (POL) claimed third place overall with two third-place finishes.
FIM Europe Cup – Zsigovits dominates
The FIM Europe Cup also delivered excitement, despite Norbert Zsigovits’s (HUN) dominance. Zsigovits was untouchable in both finals, but the fight for the remaining podium spots was fierce. Intense multi-rider battles saw Fynn Hannemann (GER) and Alessandro Azzalini (ITA) secure the second and third places, respectively.
Do not miss the second round in Riesa!
The second round of the 2024/2025 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship kicks off on 4 January 2025 in Riesa, Germany. Known for its outstanding tracks and electric atmosphere, Riesa is set to deliver another spectacular race you do not want to miss.
Live streaming – Relive the first round in Gliwice!
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Prestige World Championship – Top 5
1. Billy BOLT – 1-4-1, SP1 – 56 points
2. Dominik OLSZOWY – 3-1-2 – 52 points
3. Jonny WALKER –2-2-13, SP2 – 39 points
4. Ashton BRIGHTMORE – 6-3-4 – 38 points
5. Cooper ABBOTT – 4-7-6 – 32 points
Junior World Cup – Top 5
1. Toby SHAW – 2-1-7, 46 points
2. Alex PUEY – 1-8-2, 45 points
3. Marc FERNANDEZ SERRA – 3-2-5, 43 points
4. Roland LISZKA – 4-4-4, 39 points
5. Manuel GOMEZ MARTINEZ – 5-3-6, 36 points
Youth World Cup – Top 5
1. Ramon GODINO GOMEZ – 1-1, 40 points
2. Connor WATSON – 2-4, 30 points
3. Michał LASKA – 3-3, 30 points
4. Fraiser LAMPKIN – 5-2, 28 points
5. Adam KOLLÁR – 7-6, 19 points
FIM Europe Cup – Top 5
1. Norbert ZSIGOVITS – 1-1, 40 points
2. Fynn HANNEMANN – 2-3, 32 points
3. Alessandro AZZALINI – 6-2, 27 points
4. Edward HÜBNER – 3-5, 26 points
5. Grzegorz KARGUL – 5-6, 21 points
For the full results go to >> https://superenduro.org/results/2025-season/
Race Report and Images by Sport UP Agency
