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The 2025 FIM World Supercross Championship reached its climax at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town, where both individual and team titles were decided in an enthralling season finale. Jason Anderson emerged as the 2025 SX1 World Supercross Champion after a decisive performance in South Africa, Max Anstie secured the SX2 crown.
In the closely contested SX1 title fight, Jason Anderson delivered under pressure to claim his first World Supercross Championship. Facing rivals Joey Savatgy and Christian Craig – who entered the South African GP separated by just a single point – Anderson showed consistency and pace throughout the night. He won both sprint races and secured victory in the final main event, keeping the lead when it mattered most and finishing the season ahead of Savatgy by five points in the overall standings.
Jason Anderson
The SX2 championship was confirmed for British rider Max Anstie, who rounded out a dominant campaign in the 250cc class. While Shane McElrath took multiple race wins on the night in Cape Town, Anstie’s season-long consistency and solid finishes were enough to secure his second SX2 world title. Anstie finished the night as runner-up behind McElrath, a performance that solidified his place at the top of the final standings.
Max Anstie
The team championship concluded with Quad Lock Honda taking the title, continuing its strong performance throughout the 2025 season. The Australian-based outfit accumulated key points thanks to competitive outings from riders in both SX1 and SX2 classes, including regular podium finishes and overall consistency.
The South African GP also marked the first World Supercross event held in Africa, bringing the series to a new audience and closing the 2025 season on a high note. Fans inside DHL Stadium witnessed competitive racing, tight battles for position and the culmination of championship aspirations across all classes.
