The 2025 National Cross Country Championship came to a thrilling close at The Carousel in the North West this past weekend, where the Brother Leader Tread KTM team delivered a flawless final round. Scott Heygate, Matthew Wilson, and Kerim Fitz-Gerald each stormed to victory in their classes. with Matthew and Kerim securing their championship titles in the process.
Adding to the orange glory, KTM also claimed the National Cross Country Manufacturer’s Title, sealing a powerhouse season in true Orange style.
Scott Heygate set the pace for the weekend with a controlled and confident ride that placed him firmly at the front of the race. Reflecting on his win, he said, “It was the perfect way to close out the season. My bike felt incredible from the start, and the team had everything dialled in for the conditions. I had a lot of fun out there! Huge thanks to the Brother Leader Tread KTM crew for the support throughout the year, ending the season with a win feels unreal.”
For Matthew Wilson, the final round was the ideal end to a standout year. He shared, “The final round was an absolute blast! I got a good time trial on Friday which set me up for a great race on Saturday. An amazing track was set out by GXCC and the team consisting of everything, the rain started to come down which made it even better! Thank you to everyone for such an amazing year, it wouldn’t be possible without all your support KTM South Africa and Uncle Kev! That’s the end of the 2025 season, looking forward to a good 2026 year!”
Kerim Fitz-Gerald wrapped up his season in dominant fashion, securing his championship title with another polished performance. He commented, “What a way to finish off the championship! The layout at The Carousel suited me perfectly, and once I found my pace, everything just clicked. The team has been unbelievable all season as usual, their effort behind the scenes makes days like this possible. I’m proud to bring the title home for KTM and extremely grateful for everyone who plays a part in getting us to the line each round.”
Team Manager Fitz-Gerald expressed immense pride in the squad’s all-round effort, saying, “This team has delivered something special this season. Every rider, every mechanic, and every person behind the scenes has played a part in making days like this possible. To walk away with race wins, championship titles, and the Manufacturer’s Championship is a massive achievement. The riders showed incredible focus today, and everyone behind the scenes backed them every step of the way. A huge thank-you to our sponsors and supporters, this success belongs to all of us! ”
A powerhouse season comes to a proud finish as KTM secures the top step. Built on passion, performance, and a united team, the 2025 campaign ends on the highest of highs. The Brother Leader Tread KTM team extends sincere thanks to all supporters, families, and partners who made this journey possible.
