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MX Vice
2026-05-23 12:45:01
Kay de Wolf fastest in MXGP timed practice, Jeffrey Herlings 4th
Summary By: eMotoX
Kay de Wolf emerged as the fastest rider in the MXGP timed practice session at Lacapelle-Marival, narrowly edging out Tim Gajser by just 0.096 seconds. His performance set the tone for the session, highlighting his strong form ahead of the main event. Lucas Coenen secured the third fastest time, closely followed by the renowned Jeffrey Herlings in fourth place.
The session saw Maxime Renaux rounding out the top five, demonstrating the competitive nature of the field. Another Dutch contender, Calvin Vlaanderen, managed to place tenth, maintaining a solid position among the leading riders. The Belgian contingent had a more modest showing, with Jago Geerts and Brent Van Doninck finishing fifteenth and twentieth respectively.
These results provide an early indication of the riders to watch as the MXGP weekend unfolds. De Wolf’s pace suggests he could be a significant contender for podium finishes, while Herlings and Gajser will be looking to improve upon their practice times. The close margins between the top riders underline the intensity and unpredictability of the MXGP championship moving forward.
