Monday August 18, 2025 at 7:44pm
The 2025 European Individual Grass Track Championship reached its thrilling conclusion in the Dutch town of Eenrum, where 3,000 passionate fans gathered to witness an afternoon of high-speed racing, dramatic twists, and the crowning of a new champion.
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Eighteen riders from six European federations, who had earned their places through two fiercely contested Semi Finals in St. Macaire, France, and Werlte, Germany, lined up for the big showdown. Following the drama of the earlier rounds, including Chris Harris’ opening victory in France and Dutch star Dave Meijerink’s dominant display in Werlte, anticipation was high for a spectacular Final.
The day did not disappoint. Early heats provided close, hard-fought battles, though track conditions caused some delays. Dust management required repeated watering, and the cancellation of scheduled motocross support races sparked a rider protest before racing resumed. Once underway, the pace quickened and the tension steadily built toward the decisive finals.
When the qualifying heats concluded, the competition could not have been tighter. Meijerink, Denmark’s Kenneth Kruse Hansen, and Britain’s Zach Wajtknecht finished level on points, forcing a ballot to determine starting positions for the A Final. Meanwhile, the B Final delivered its own drama, with seasoned British duo Chris Harris and Andrew Appleton claiming the last two spots on the six-man grid for the title decider.
As the crowd rose to its feet for the A Final, the atmosphere was electric. At the drop of the tapes, Kruse Hansen exploded from the start, seizing the lead with trademark precision. Meijerink and fellow Dane Jacob Bukhave gave chase, while Harris fought his way past Bukhave into third. Despite mounting pressure, Kruse Hansen held firm at the front, executing a flawless ride that secured him victory, and with it, the title of 2025 European Individual Grass Track Champion.
Behind him, Meijerink celebrated a well-earned second place, adding to his breakout season after triumphing in Werlte, while Harris’ third place ensured another podium finish in a memorable campaign.
For Kruse Hansen, the win marked a career milestone and cemented his status as one of Europe’s elite Grass Track riders.
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