19.08.2025

Dust, Podiums, and Wins for Brother Leader Tread KTM in Vryburg

National Cross Country Championship - Round 3 - Vryberg
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The Brother Leader Tread KTM team delivered an outstanding performance at the third round of the National Cross Country Championship this past weekend in dusty Vryburg. With strong results in the Time Trial, the riders set the tone for a successful day of racing.

Scott Heygate lined up second in the Open Class, while Matthew Wilson secured pole in the OR3 Class, and Kerim Fitz-Gerald led the Senior Class from first place. Their efforts put the team in an excellent starting position with a 2, 3, 4 start heading into the main race.

The race unfolded with the KTM riders holding their ground in the challenging dusty conditions and fighting hard for their respective class victories. Heygate wrapped up the day with an impressive second overall and second in the Open Class. 
Scott Heygate shared“Had a fun day battling it out with Dav. Faced a small issue along the way, but massive thanks to the team for sorting it out quickly. We’re making steps in the right direction – the speed is there, the fitness is there, just need to iron out a few little things and we’ll be good. Grateful for everyone in my corner that makes this possible.”

Wilson impressed with his speed and consistency, claiming the OR3 Class victory and finishing fifth overall. Really good day out in the desert’,” Wilson joked. Looking forward to Round 4,” he added.

Fitz-Gerald kept his winning streak alive in the Senior Class taking first place and earning a spot on the overall podium with third. Fitz-Gerald commented,  “It was an awesome weekend in Vryburg. The track was tough and the dust made things tricky, but I felt strong on the bike and it was great to come away with a class win and an overall podium. Big thanks to the team for keeping everything dialledin.

Adding to the celebrations, KTM also took home the Manufacturers Trophy for the day, underlining the brand’s strength across classes. Brother Leader Tread KTM Team Manager, Megan Prinsloo, praised the riders’ performance“It was a fantastic weekend for the team. Scott, Matthew, and Kerimall showed incredible grit in what were very tough, dusty conditions. Each of them delivered results that reflect the hard work being put in behind the scenes, and it was especially rewarding to see KTM walk away with the Manufacturers Trophy. We’re proud of what the team achieved and excited to carry this momentum into the next round in Lesotho.”

The team now turns its focus to the fourth round of the championship, set to take place in Maseru, Lesotho.
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Contact

SOUTH AFRICA - Megan Prinsloo
Megan Prinsloo
KTM MOTORCYCLES SA (PTY) LTD
30 Monte Carlo Crescent
Kyalami Business Park
Midrand, 1684
South Africa
megan.prinsloo@ktm.com