Kiara Fontanesi dominates opening WMX moto in Lacapelle-Marival

Kiara Fontanesi delivered a commanding performance in the opening WMX moto at Lacapelle-Marival, securing a decisive victory with a margin exceeding ten seconds. The Italian star demonstrated clear dominance throughout the race, finishing well ahead of Daniela Guillen, who took second place. April Franzoni completed the podium in third, while Malou Jakobsen and Lynn Valk rounded out the top five, with Valk being the highest-placed Dutch competitor. The race saw a dramatic moment for reigning world champion Lotte van Drunen, who crashed near the end of the first lap while running third. Despite the setback, van Drunen mounted a remarkable recovery, climbing back through the field from 40th to finish eighth. Other notable Dutch riders included Shana van der Vlist and Danee Gelissen, who finished ninth and tenth respectively, showcasing the depth of talent in the Dutch contingent. Belgian riders had mixed fortunes, with Amandine Verstappen achieving a solid sixth place, while Maxime Breugelmans and Britt van Muylem struggled further down the order, finishing 31st and 36th. Amber Simons and Kyshara Das also faced challenges, ending the race in sixteenth and 28th positions. The results set the tone for what promises to be a competitive WMX season, with Fontanesi establishing herself as the rider to beat in the early stages.