After a hard-fought weekend in France, the Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP and MX2 teams are eager to bounce back as they head to Teutschenthal, Germany, for round seven of the FIM Motocross World Championship.

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The MXGP of Germany returns to the iconic Talkessel Circuit, a venue steeped in motocross history. Sprawling across the Teutschenthal hillside, this classic hard-pack track is a brutal test of man and machine, characterized by its deep ruts and unforgiving, square-edged bumps. Known for its elevation changes and technical complexity, the circuit demands absolute precision and favours a smooth, calculated riding style. Having hosted its first Grand Prix in 1971, Teutschenthal has become a legendary staple of the calendar, hosting 29 Grands Prix over the last 32 years.

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Maxime Renaux arrives with a point to prove. After feeling slightly off the pace at his home Grand Prix, the Frenchman has wasted no time refocusing, putting in extra hours of testing this week with a specific emphasis on his starts. Renaux holds fond memories of the tight, technical German circuit, having clinched a memorable MX2 GP victory there in 2021—a significant confidence boost as he targets a return to the podium this weekend.

At the same time, Tim Gajser is doing everything in his power to be back on the gate this weekend following the right-knee impact sustained in the chaotic first-turn pile-up in France. The five-time World Champion has an incredible track record at the German venue, having stood on the podium eight times, including four overall Grand Prix victories. Determined to add to that tally, Gajser has spent the week working closely with specialists to fast-track his recovery, maintaining a positive outlook as he evaluates his fitness. Known for his incredible toughness, the Slovenian remains focused on his championship goals and will make a final decision alongside his team on Friday.

In MX2, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2’s Janis Reisulis arrives in Teutschenthal ready to translate his blistering raw speed into a podium result. The young Latvian showed flashes of brilliance in France, delivering a breakthrough performance where he led all but two laps of the second race. With his confidence at an all-time high, J.Reisulis is poised to be a front-runner once again in Germany.

Joining him is his older brother, Karlis, who approaches the weekend with quiet determination and a desire to bounce back from a challenging French GP. The 20-year-old Latvian has fond memories of the Talkessel circuit, having secured his career-first EMX125 round win at this very venue—a milestone that provides an extra boost of confidence heading into the weekend. Having maintained a disciplined training block this week to ensure he is in peak condition, the hungry ‘47’ is focused on finding his flow early in the weekend to ensure he rides to his full potential.

Adding to the excitement of the Germany Grand Prix, De Baets Yamaha Supported MX Team’s Lotte van Drunen returns to the gate for the second round of the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship. Van Drunen showcased incredible resilience during a tough season opener, salvaging critical points to finish fourth overall. Now, the reigning World Champion turns her focus to the German soil, where she aims to reclaim the top step of the podium and assert her dominance in the title chase.

Finally, the EMX250 Championship resumes for round five. While VHR Yamaha Official EMX250’s Mano Faure continues his recovery from a broken leg sustained in Trentino, the team is thrilled to welcome back Jarne Bervoets. After a solid period of recovery following a heavy fall in Sardinia, Bervoets is ready to make his return to European competition and regain his race rhythm.

"I’m doing everything I can to be back on the gate this weekend. After the crash in France, I’ve been working closely with specialists all week to recover as fast as I can. We'll make the final decision later this week, but I'm feeling positive. I really like Teutschenthal, it's a nice track. I've had many wins and podiums there in the past, so I have a lot of good memories. I hope to line up, ready to enjoy the weekend, and make some more good memories."

— Tim Gajser, 4th MXGP Championship Standings, 223-points

"I’m feeling okay. It was a bit disappointing to miss the podium in France, but we’ll turn the page and move forward. My plan for this week is to ride once, and focus specifically on my starts. I really enjoy the Teutschenthal; it’s always technical with deep ruts and provides a great challenge. After the conditions at Lacapelle last weekend, I feel well-prepared for another technical GP. I also have great memories from this place, especially winning the GP here in MX2 back in 2021."

— Maxime Renaux, 6th MXGP Championship Standings, 218-points

"I’m feeling really good. I’ve recovered well and even put some more time on the bike. I did quite well in France, so I’m excited to go racing again this weekend. The plan is to do a bit of school work and also keep training to keep the body active while maintaining that fresh feeling to be 100% for the race. The track is nice there; I like the long lines, especially if there’s more than one in the corner. The fans in Teutschenthal always keep the atmosphere good, and I remember winning the EMX125 round there, which is probably my best memory of the place."

— Janis Reisulis, 7th MX2 Championship Standings, 209-points

"I’m feeling a bit disappointed about what happened in France, but I won’t let that bother me. The plan is to continue training and have some nice bike time. It’s one of the better MXGP tracks if they don’t change the layout more. My first race win in EMX125 was there, so I have good memories of the place."

— Karlis Reisulis, 8th MX2 Championship Standings, 167-points