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MX Vice
2026-04-18 11:37:28
Aron Katona fastest in EMX250 Group 2, Gyan Doensen third
Summary By: eMotoX
Aron Katona emerged as the fastest rider in the second practice group for the EMX250 class, setting the benchmark time ahead of his competitors. Nicolai Skovberg closely followed with the second-best time, while Gyan Doensen secured third place, demonstrating strong pace early in the event. Dean Gregoire also made a notable appearance by finishing eighth, ensuring his place among the top contenders.
Belgian riders had mixed fortunes in the qualifying session. Douwe van Mechgelen managed to qualify in 15th position, while Roan Tolsma also earned a spot on the starting grid with the 17th-fastest time. However, other Belgian participants, including Ian Ampoorter, Harry Seel, and Thybe Ceulemans, were unable to advance, along with Dutch rider Guus Oomen.
The results from this practice group set the stage for an intense race, with Katona’s pace marking him as a rider to watch. The mix of qualifiers and non-qualifiers highlights the competitive nature of the EMX250 class, where every fraction of a second counts. As the race approaches, attention will be on how these riders translate their practice times into race performance.
