With just a few days to go until the Dutch MX Season Opener in Lierop on the 1st of March, at the famous old GP circuit of the Herselse Bossen, the entry list continues to grow in both size and strength.

Of course, always the biggest name on the entries is five time world motocross champion, Jeffrey Herlings, who will make his second pre-season appearance, just a week before the opening round of the MXGP world championship in Argentina.

We all remember the legendary races Herlings had at Lierop, and this weekend should be something a little special. With the weather in The Netherlands slowing becoming bearable and sunshine expected on the weekend, you can be sure, thousands will turn out to watch "The Bullet" on his HRC factory machine.

Alongside him will be Kawasaki factory rider and defending MXGP world champion, Romain Febvre and MXGP rookie, Kay De Wolf, along with Dutch favourite, Glenn Coldenhoff, making his debut on his own new team. With all respect to the Dutchies, you would imagine the Frenchman is the favourite, as he has his reputation on being a very good sand rider and he isn't getting used to a new bike or new class.

Fantic Factory MXGP Team, led by Jacky Martens, will also line up in Lierop with Alberto Forato and Brent van Doninck. The duo made a strong impression last weekend during the opening round of the Italian Championship in Alghero and will be in top form when the starting gate drops in Lierop.

Alongside this strong pairing, Roan van de Moosdijk will also take on the deep sand of Lierop. Van de Moosdijk enjoyed an impressive 2025 season, claiming the ADAC Masters title. He also showed strong performances in the Grand Prix races and secured pole position in Lierop last year.

Nico Greutmann of Meuwissen Motorsport and Kevin Brumann of the MX Handel Husqvarna Team will also be present, ready to challenge MXGP stars such as Jeffrey Herlings, Kay de Wolf, Romain Febvre, Glenn Coldenhoff, Jago Geerts, and others.

The MX2 class is shaping up to be just as exciting. Liam Everts had already confirmed his participation in Lierop, and he will now be joined by Kawasaki factory rider Mathis Valin. Scott Smulders, who finished in the top five in Alghero a few weeks ago, will also be competing, as well as the professional German Catmoto Team with Francesco Bellei, Mads Fredsoe, Liam Owens, and Roan Tolsma. Last year, Gyan Doensen delivered a strong performance in Lierop by finishing third in the second moto.

After a solid winter preparation, Doensen is set to begin his second season in the MX2 class. Maxime Grau will also be on the gate, along with talented Belgian rider Douwe van Mechgelen. Riders who still wish to enter are advised to act quickly, as the classes are filling up fast.

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