2026 SA Motocross Nationals Round 4 Results Report – Bloemfontein
Round 4 of the South African National Motocross Championship took place at the demanding BORC MX Track in Bloemfontein, where riders faced another stern test in their pursuit of the coveted 2026 #1 plate.
The Free State delivered exactly what fans and competitors expected—fast racing, challenging conditions, and championship-defining moments. As the season reaches its halfway point, the battle for national honours has become more competitive than ever, with several classes seeing dramatic shifts in momentum.
Bloemfontein Shakes Up the Championship
After the mud of Terra Topia, the flowing terrain of Thunder Valley, and the deep sand of Zone 7, Round 4 presented another unique challenge. The BORC circuit rewarded consistency, fitness, and racecraft, producing some of the closest racing seen all season.
The result was a championship fight that remains wide open heading into the second half of the campaign.
MX1: Durow and Smith Continue Their Duel
The premier MX1 category once again belonged to Cameron Durow, who secured another crucial victory ahead of rival Slade Smith.
The pair have now split victories throughout the opening four rounds, establishing themselves as the leading contenders for the championship crown. A notable addition to the podium was Maddy Malan, who delivered an impressive third-place finish.
MX1 Results
- Cameron Durow
- Slade Smith
- Maddy Malan
- Jayden Proctor
- Ethan Hoffman
- Calum Marriott
- Johan Vogelesang
- Mark Carty
- Kade Van Deventer
MX2: Trey Cox Strengthens His Grip
In MX2, Trey Cox continued his remarkable consistency by securing another overall victory.
After finishing second at Round 1 and winning Rounds 2 and 3, Cox now has three consecutive victories and appears to be building a serious championship advantage. Slade Smith and Luke Grundy completed the podium.
MX2 Results
- Trey Cox
- Slade Smith
- Luke Grundy
- Jayden Proctor
- Trent Valsecchi
- Cameron Durow
- Tristan Durow
- Mark Carty
- Ashton Martin
- Damien Venter
MX3: Wheeler Returns to Winning Ways
Following Jan Ryan‘s victory in Cape Town, Brandon Wheeler returned to the top step in Bloemfontein.
His third victory in four rounds re-establishes him as the rider to beat in MX3.
MX3 Results
- Brandon Wheeler
- Warrick Van Schalkwyk
- Matthew Lockhart-Ross
- Keegan Du Plooy
- Jonathan Du Plooy
- Warrick Peeters
Ladies: Bam Back on Top
After Leah Heygate interrupted her winning streak in Round 3, Mackenzie Bam responded perfectly in Bloemfontein by reclaiming victory.
Her third win in four rounds keeps her firmly in championship contention heading into the second half of the season.
Ladies Results
- Mackenzie Bam
- Kelly Beetge
- Zoe Botha
- Jessica Osner
- Caitlin Parkes
- Marlinka Zurich
- Genevieve Edwards
- Misha Bukes
- Chloe Odendaal
- Zoe Waldschmidt
Junior Classes Continue to Impress
The junior divisions once again delivered outstanding racing, highlighting the future stars of South African motocross.
125 High School
- Trent Valsecchi
- Evan Frost
- Trenton Kretzmann
- Cruz Martin
- Reinier van der Merwe
85cc
- Brody Bircher
- Cassie van Zyl
- Aiden Retief
- Rayden Woolls
- Ross Mackenzie
65cc
- Richard Smith
- Trey Dean
- Riley Geldenhuys
- Coby Kretzmann
- Joshua-Zion Naude
50cc
- Nate Small
- Gianno Ferreira
- Casper De Mist Krüger
- Logan Fulton
- Garry Hamer
Round 1 vs Round 2 vs Round 3 vs Round 4
MX1 Championship Story
- Round 1 (Terra Topia): Slade Smith wins
- Round 2 (Thunder Valley): Cameron Durow wins
- Round 3 (Zone 7): Slade Smith wins
- Round 4 (BORC MX): Cameron Durow wins
The MX1 championship has become a two-rider showdown. Smith and Durow have split victories evenly through four rounds, making this one of the closest title battles in recent years.
MX2 Championship Story
- Round 1: Cameron Durow
- Round 2: Trey Cox
- Round 3: Trey Cox
- Round 4: Trey Cox
Trey Cox has emerged as the standout rider of the season. Three consecutive victories have transformed him from challenger to championship favourite.
MX3 Championship Story
- Round 1: Brandon Wheeler
- Round 2: Brandon Wheeler
- Round 3: Jan Ryan
- Round 4: Brandon Wheeler
Wheeler remains the dominant force in MX3, winning three of the opening four rounds.
Ladies Championship Story
- Round 1: Mackenzie Bam
- Round 2: Mackenzie Bam
- Round 3: Leah Heygate
- Round 4: Mackenzie Bam
Bam continues to set the benchmark in the Ladies division with three victories from four rounds.
Junior Championship Trends
- Brody Bircher remains one of the most consistent riders in the 85cc class.
- Richard Smith has emerged as a major force in the 65cc category.
- Nate Small continues to build momentum in the 50cc division.
- Trent Valsecchi is becoming a serious contender in the 125 High School championship.
Looking Ahead
With four rounds complete, the championship enters its second half with several classes still too close to call. The title fights in MX1, MX2, Ladies, and the junior categories remain highly competitive, ensuring fans can expect even more drama in the rounds ahead.
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The Free State delivered another unforgettable chapter in the 2026 season, and with the championship race tighter than ever, every point will matter as South Africa’s best motocross riders continue their pursuit of the #1 plate.
