Official: Cas Valk and TM part ways

Cas Valk and TM Moto have officially ended their partnership by mutual consent, despite the rider having signed a two-year contract. Valk competed in the first five rounds of the MX2 World Championship with TM, but the Dutch rider will now pursue a different path, with his future plans expected to be announced shortly. The split comes as a surprise given Valk’s promising start to the season, including a podium finish at the Internazionali d’Italia MX. The decision to part ways was reportedly influenced by growing differences in opinion between Valk and the team as the world championship progressed. TM Moto acknowledged the positive beginning to their collaboration but indicated that these disagreements ultimately made it untenable to continue together. Both parties expressed goodwill, with TM wishing Valk success in his ongoing sporting career. Looking ahead, TM Moto is actively exploring options to replace Valk for the remainder of the 2026 MX2 World Championship season. The team remains committed to maintaining a strong presence in the series and is expected to announce a new rider in due course. This development signals a shift for TM as they seek to recalibrate their strategy and continue competing at the highest level of MX2 racing.