Racerviews made a visit to TT Assen over the weekend for the return of the International Dutch Supercross. The last Dutch Supercross event took place in 2019 in Zuidbroek, meaning fans had to wait seven years for its return.
Now, in 2026, Supercross is back for its 10th edition, with a new home at the Expo Hal, right next door to the iconic TT Circuit Assen. A welcome return for a much-loved event!
Friday: Regional racing opens the Assen weekend
The opening day on Friday, 30 October, was all about getting the event underway and introducing the new venue to competitors and spectators.
Friday focused on regional racing, youth classes and demonstrations from the SX1 and SX2 international riders.
The programme included 65cc, 85cc and regional 125cc/SX2 competition, alongside practice and timed sessions. The evening programme brought further racing and demonstrations, giving spectators an early opportunity to see the international machinery and riders in action.
It was an important opening day for an event returning after a lengthy break. The combination of regional competitors, youth racing and professional demonstrations helped establish the atmosphere before the main international competition began on Saturday.
The organisers also added an entertainment programme, with live music from De Esperando’s on Friday evening.
Friday was therefore less about deciding the overall international honours and more about building momentum for the weekend’s main attraction.
Saturday: Jordi Tixier makes the first SX1 statement
The paddock featured a strong field of riders representing nine nationalities, with France particularly well represented. Among the leading names were former MX2 World Champion Jordi Tixier, American Arenacross champion Ryan Breece, Maxime Desprey, Justin Starling and a number of experienced European supercross specialists.
The first major SX1 final produced an impressive performance from Tixier.
The Frenchman started strongly, initially following compatriot Brice Maylin before taking control of the race. Once in front, Tixier established a comfortable advantage and maintained his pace to take the victory.
American rider Ryan Breece finished second, 4.894 seconds behind, while German rider Nico Koch secured third.
Saturday SX1 final results
- Jordi Tixier – 7:21.982
- Ryan Breece – +4.894
- Nico Koch – +8.587
- Adrien Escoffier – +11.451
- Brice Maylin – +15.845
- Paul Haberland – +17.955
- Jeremy Hand – +18.263
- Maxime Desprey – +18.513
The result immediately established Tixier as a serious contender for the weekend’s honours. Breece also demonstrated that his American Arenacross experience translated well to the compact indoor circuit.
Desprey, meanwhile, had work to do after finishing eighth. Although he was unable to challenge for the opening-night podium, his speed would become increasingly important as the weekend progressed.
Sunday: Desprey answers back with a dominant SX1 victory
Sunday, 1 November, was the decisive day of the 2026 Dutch Supercross.
With the international riders returning for their final races, attention turned to whether Tixier could repeat his Saturday success or whether Breece and Desprey could turn the tables.
The morning programme featured track walks, practice and timed qualifying sessions before the afternoon racing began.
In SX1, the Superpole session provided an early indication of the speed at the front. Tixier again demonstrated his pace, setting the fastest lap in 27.642 seconds, narrowly ahead of Nico Koch and Desprey.
However, it was Desprey who delivered when it mattered most.The Frenchman produced a superb start in the final, emerging from the opening lap in the lead. From there, he controlled the race across the 15-lap contest, refusing to give Tixier or Breece an opportunity to mount a serious challenge.
Desprey’s pace was particularly impressive. He recorded the fastest lap of the final at 27.777 seconds and steadily built his advantage over Breece.
The American finished second, 4.018 seconds behind, while Tixier secured third at 6.021 seconds.
For Desprey, it was an emphatic response to Saturday’s eighth-place finish and a fitting way to conclude the weekend.
Tixier fights back to the podium
Although Tixier had started the weekend with a victory and topped Sunday’s Superpole, he had to work hard for his final podium appearance.
The former MX2 World Champion came through the opening lap in fifth position. Rather than forcing the issue immediately, he gradually worked his way forward.
First, he moved past Brice Maylin before setting his sights on Nico Koch, who had occupied third position for much of the race.
Tixier eventually completed the move and secured third place, ensuring that his Saturday victory was followed by another podium finish.
Breece once again proved his consistency, taking second place for the second consecutive night.
Fonvieille produces one of Sunday’s strongest rides
One of the notable performances came from Calvin Fonvieille.
The Frenchman was down in 12th position after the opening lap but produced an impressive recovery to finish sixth.
His ability to work through the field was one of the highlights of the final, particularly as he eventually passed Adrien Escoffier to take sixth place.
German rider Nico Koch also enjoyed a strong weekend, following his Saturday podium with fourth place on Sunday.
Dutch fans had home representation through Boris Blanken, who finished 14th in the Sunday SX1 final.
Sunday SX1 final results
- Maxime Desprey – 7:13.287
- Ryan Breece – +4.018
- Jordi Tixier – +6.021
- Nico Koch – +8.374
- Brice Maylin – +9.913
- Calvin Fonvieille – +13.717
- Adrien Escoffier – +15.679
- Jeremy Hand – +18.133
- Adrien Malaval – +21.235
- Charles Lefrançois – +22.415
- Ludovic Macler – +23.333
- Paul Haberland – +23.567
- Lucas Imbert – +1 lap
- Boris Blanken – +1 lap
After three days of regional racing, international competition and entertainment, the tenth edition of the Dutch Supercross closed with a deserving winner and an encouraging return for the event.
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