Talviku, Sebastian Leok and Lucas Leok win the season opener in MX Masters Estonia

The opening round of the MX Masters Estonia, held in Põlva, delivered an action-packed start to the Estonian motocross season, featuring intense competition across multiple classes. Jörgen-Matthias Talviku of Yamaha and Pärnu Motoclub emerged as the standout performer in the MX Open and Superfinal races, overcoming challenging starts to claim victory. Despite initial setbacks, Talviku demonstrated resilience and skill, moving up from mid-pack positions to take the lead in the Superfinal, where he praised the technical track and event organisation. Talviku’s performance was marked by strategic overtaking and consistent pace, particularly notable in the Superfinal where he passed early leader Markuss Kokins of Latvia’s GasGas team. The track, used for the first time in the Estonian Championships series, was commended for its design that encouraged competitive racing without any rider dominating outright. Other highlights included Kaarel Tilk’s commanding win in the first MX Open race and Tanel Leok’s strong showing on a borrowed bike, underscoring the depth of talent present. In the MX2 category, Sebastian Leok of Husqvarna and Sõmerpalu MK asserted clear dominance by winning both qualifying and race heats. Despite a poor start in the first race, Leok quickly regained control and finished comfortably ahead of Finnish rider Onni Jaakonsaari and Richard Paat. His sixth-place finish in the Superfinal also marked him as the fastest MX2 competitor, holding his own against riders from the higher MX Open class. The event also showcased emerging talent in the MX125 and younger classes, with Lucas Leok securing double victories in the MX125 category. The 85cc and 65cc classes featured large fields of 34 riders each, with Latvia’s Patriks Cirulis taking the 85cc win. These results reflect a strong and competitive grassroots scene, promising an exciting season ahead for Estonian motocross. Overall, the MX Masters Estonia season opener provided a compelling mix of experienced riders and rising stars, with well-prepared tracks and close racing setting a high standard for the championship. Riders and organisers alike expressed satisfaction with the event’s smooth execution and challenging conditions, indicating positive momentum as the series progresses.