Thrilling Finale in Valmiera: BMX European Championships Unite Generations and Nations

On Sunday, 13 July, the 2025 UEC BMX European Championships concluded at the Māris Štrombergs BMX track in Valmiera with the European Challenge 20” races. Riders from all age groups, starting from 8 years old up to 30+, showcased that BMX is truly a sport for all generations.

It was an action-packed day, with a refreshing summer rain cooling down the heat of the finals. Spectators had the opportunity to witness passionate performances from over 500 athletes fighting for European Champion titles. Riders from France, the Netherlands, and Belgium, as well as Latvia, stood out with exceptional performances, while many other countries also delivered strong and consistent results.

Category Results:
Girls 8/9
Paula Krastiņa (Latvia)
Fenna Theil (Netherlands)
Alicja Kusinska (Poland)

Girls 10
Fem Mulhuyzen (Netherlands)
Betty Wills (Great Britain)
Emma Svalkovska (Latvia)

Girls 11
Kayla Cuche (Switzerland)
Chelsy Barraud (France)
Noélie Carbo (France)

Girls 12
Mia Ayats Kruglova (Spain)
Freya Harries (Great Britain)
Romane Richard (France)

Girls 13
Julie van den Ham (Netherlands)
Jeske Buijtels (Netherlands)
Evelina Likuma (Latvia)

Girls 14
Charlotte Doddema (Netherlands)
Anna Pedraudze (Latvia)
Alina Gagel (Germany)

Girls 17+
Jill Vogelpoel (Netherlands)
Oceane Besnier (France)
Lieke Klaus (Netherlands)

Boys 8
Luke Harms (Germany)
Philemon Köhler (Switzerland)
Stig Coomans (Belgium)

Boys 9
Ewan Manias (France)
Rojs Spore (Latvia)
Kristens Krauja (Latvia)

Boys 10
Ethan Hosatte (France)
Jēkabs Strelis (Latvia)
Louka Lemal (Belgium)

Boys 11
Jirí Luska (Czech Republic)
Tomáš Soucek (Czech Republic)
Jan Ocenášek (Czech Republic)

Boys 12
Sem Van Dijken (Netherlands)
Roberts Spirģis (Latvia)
Gustavs Gigulis (Latvia)

Boys 13
Ethan Simionato Fusztey (France)
Marin Maillet (France)
Leonardo Galassi (Italy)

Boys 14
Ti D-S (Great Britain)
Nick Luethi (Switzerland)
Coby Wrayford (Great Britain)

Men 17–24
Jessy Soede (Netherlands)
Giulio Marchetto (Italy)
Roan Davids (Netherlands)

Men 25–29
Joffrey Wouters (Belgium)
Brynley Savage (Great Britain)
Kevin Elbers (Netherlands)

Men 30+
Matej Chalupný (Czech Republic)
Jonathan Gerard (France)
Kristaps Vekša (Latvia)

Beyond the medals, the event also celebrated the deep connection between sport, place, and people. The legacy of Olympic champion Māris Štrombergs lives on in Valmiera, inspiring a new generation of Latvian riders who proudly reached the podium on the very track that bears his name. For many young athletes, it was an unforgettable chance to race alongside Europe’s top BMX talents, test their limits, and believe in their own potential—fueled by the excitement of the Championship races and the thrill of meeting their BMX heroes.

The final day concluded with an official awards ceremony, where appreciation was extended to the athletes, organisers, volunteers, and supporters.

Missed the action? Catch the full replay at uec.ch.