The penultimate round of the 2025 FIM World Supercross Championship arrives in Stockholm, with the world’s best riders setting up camp in the frozen north for a weekend that promises drama, unpredictability and potentially championship-defining moments.
After a whirlwind run through Australia, the series now touches down in one of Europe’s most atmospheric capitals. The Swedish GP will be staged inside the 3Arena.
From the historic Gamla Stan streets to the Christmas markets beginning to glow, the championship finds itself in a striking setting for a pivotal weekend.
Behind the scenes, much of the tension falls not just on riders, but on the team bosses charged with steering them through the pressure cooker.
Quad Lock Honda team principal Yarrive Konsky is experiencing Sweden for the first time, and after the rapid globe-hopping schedule, the country has left an impression.
“It’s beautiful. I’ve never been here before. Unique. We went through the Christmas market and it’s stunning,” he said.
“The architecture is amazing. I would love the opportunity to stay longer, but it’s a whirlwind. Last week everyone was in Australia and today we’re here in Sweden. What a gorgeous city, and it’s an honour to be here.”
Konsky’s team is central to the SX1 title fight, with Christian Craig and Joey Savatgy both in contention. And while many see it as a two-man duel, he warns there is a third danger in the shadows.
“Everyone seems focused on Joey and Christian, but I’m very mindful of the level of competition we’re competing with,” he added.
“I think Jason Anderson is only going to get stronger. He’s had the least amount of time on a new motorcycle. I definitely believe we’re going to see some fire between those three.”
For Stark Future, Sweden feels as close to a home round as the World Supercross calendar offers. With their global headquarters in Barcelona and a strong Scandinavian fanbase, the Stockholm stop is a symbolic moment for the electric-bike pioneers.
The team will also be joined by a sizeable delegation from the factory, adding both excitement and expectation.
“For us, it’s almost hometown. The Stark picture is created by Anton Walsh, who is from Stockholm,” explained Sebastien Tortelli.
“We have 50 people coming from the factory, so that’s a little more pressure. We were able to do some testing after Australia and work on the bike more. We adapted ourselves and got the bike a little better where the requests were from the rider and handling side.
“The track this weekend will be very tricky. A lot of possibilities for mistakes, so we can see some radical changes in position until the last lap.”
With Jorge Zaragoza showing flashes of podium-level pace in Australia before a late mechanical issue hampered him, Sweden represents an opportunity for Stark to deliver the result that has felt on the cards all season.
At GSM Yamaha, boss Serge Guidetty arrives with mixed fortunes: Greg Aranda is injured, while Max Anstie remains undefeated in SX2 and could claim the title in Stockholm.
“He crashed in a corner and his thumb turned down, he has one ligament destroyed. I don’t know if he will be 100%, but in his head, he is 100%,” Guidetty said of Aranda, before sticking with the percentage markers to discuss Anstie’s fine season to date.
“Everything is perfect – it’s a 100% win in all races. He is part of the team. It’s very nice to work with him. I just hope to continue like that.”
