Kempton Park riders shine at 2025 BMX SA Championships
The races were intense, with riders facing falls and minor injuries throughout the motos. Some riders were able to get back up and finish.
Riders arrived at the 2025 BMX SA Championships ready to claim their South African plates, reflecting months of hard work and dedication
The race, open only to South African riders, created an electric atmosphere for all participants.
The competition kicked off with a heated Moto 1, where riders battled fiercely to prove they deserved the number one SA plate.
While only a limited number of plates were available, every rider gave their all on the track.
Photo by: Masego Mashilo
Kempton Park BMX Club’s Matthew Sears claimed first place in the 10 expert boys division. He also races in the 12 expert boys division.
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Racing on his home track, Sears described the championships as the best of his career.
“Finishing first feels great because I have trained very hard all year. Last year I finished second. Balancing racing and real life isn’t hard if you put in the work. My motivation is to be the best, so I give it my all,” Sears said.
The races were intense, with riders facing falls and minor injuries throughout the motos. Some riders were able to get back up and finish, while others could not complete their races.
Despite the challenges, competitors like Miyanda Maseti, Matthew Sears, and Gianna Edgcumbe consistently finished their motos in first place.
Photo by: Masego Mashilo
In the elite men category, it was a close battle between Alex Limberg and Alex Whitehead.
By Moto 3, nerves were high as riders prepared for the final. Supporters watched anxiously as competitors pushed themselves to the limit.
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In the final race, Limberg defended his title, while Gianna Edgcumbe secured top position to earn her SA 5 plate, an improvement from 2024.
Photo by: Masego Mashilo
Edgcumbe, who races in the 10 to 13 expert girls division, shared her excitement: “The SA Champs were fun and challenging.
“I am proud of myself, my parents, team, and coach. This year’s performance was my best. Racing against boys on club level and in Gauteng races has made me faster and tougher, so I am not intimidated when I race against girls,” she said.
