Published On: 19 mei 2026
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HThe De Baets AIT Racing team enjoyed an extremely successful day during the third round of the Dutch Masters of Motocross in Markelo. In the 125cc class, Dex Kooiker claimed the coveted overall victory. At the same time, teammate Torre van Mechgelen also showed strong form with a sixth place in the day's standings, while Vencislav Toshev managed to secure a fine top-ten finish in the 250cc class.

Dex Kooiker to the overall victory

Dex Kooiker wasted no time from the very first moment. The match day began for him. right away convincing when he set the fastest time in his training group. Thereafter He continued that trend in the first heat: he emerged from the opening lap in second place and immediately joined the fierce battle for the lead. After a magnificent fight, he had to finally settle for a still strong second place due to a fall.

The second heat took place on the other hand Even better for the Yamaha rider. Kooiker took the holeshot convincingly and then rode a truly flawless race. He held the lead firmly from start to finish, winning the heat and securing the coveted victory for the day.

Mixed fortunes for Van Mechgelen and Toshev

Torre van Mechgelen started his day at first with a respectable fourth time in the qualifying group. In the first heat, the young Belgian had a dream start; he even came through as the leader after the first lap. Although Although he had to relinquish the lead later in the race, he kept his cool, rode a strong race, and finished a commendable third.

The start of the second heat was also excellent with a fourth place. Unfortunately Bad luck struck during the race: the Yamaha rider crashed a few times, causing him to lose valuable positions and cross the finish line in twelfth place. Thanks to Despite his strong first heat, he still finished in a respectable sixth place overall in the day's standings.

Meanwhile Vencislav Toshev showed what he is capable of in the tough 250cc class. After retiring early in the first heat while riding around fifteenth place, he made a very strong comeback in the second heat. He held his own admirably in the strong field and finished a respectable tenth.

A look at the European Championship and Lacapelle Marival

In the meantime The team is gearing up for the next major challenge on the international calendar. Next week, Dex and Torre will travel to France for the next EMX125 race of the season, which will be held at the Lacapelle Marival circuit. beside Teammate Lotte van Drunen will appear at the starting gate on this same French circuit for the opening of the new WMX season.

Photos: Ilse Hoenson