Release from 24.06.2026

Kay de Wolf focused on recovery after MXGP of Italy setback

Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing confirms that Kay de Wolf will miss the upcoming MXGP of Portugal following an ankle injury sustained at the MXGP of Italy in Montevarchi.
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2026 Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Kay de Wolf

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Following further medical evaluations, the decision has been made for the Dutchman to focus on his recovery before returning to competition. As a result, de Wolf will sit out upcoming rounds of the FIM Motocross World Championship while the team continues to monitor his progress.

The injury interrupts what has been an encouraging rookie MXGP campaign for the 21-year-old, who currently sits inside the top five of the championship standings and recently celebrated his second MXGP podium finish of the season in Latvia.

Further updates regarding his return to racing will be communicated in due course.

#74 - Kay de Wolf:
“It’s obviously a real disappointment because the crash was completely out of my control, especially when we had built some good momentum over the last few rounds. Right now, the focus is on recovering properly and making sure everything heals as it should. We still have a few more checks to go through and take some rest. From there, I want to keep building and put myself in a position to fight for a podium at Lommel. I’ll do everything I can to come back fit, healthy and ready to go.”

Rasmus Jorgensen – Team Manager, Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing: "This is a very frustrating situation. Kay had built some great momentum and was learning a lot with every race. Injuries are unfortunately part of this sport, but for it to happen in the way it did makes it even tougher to accept, especially for Kay. As always, we are fully behind him, and together we will do everything in our power to make sure he returns as soon as possible."

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