AusEnduro Championship preview: Gympie
The Yamaha Australian Enduro Championship presented by MXstore (AusEnduro) arrives in Gympie, Queensland, this weekend, October 11–12, for a blockbuster season finale that promises to test the very limits of Australia’s finest off-road racers. The lush hinterland setting is primed to deliver two days of sprint-style racing where every second will count, and with championship titles on the line, the stakes could not be higher.
The Gympie terrain is as picturesque as it is punishing. Known for its mix of red clay, slick roots, and rutted loam, the course rewards riders who can dance the fine line between caution and all-out aggression. Very hot forecasted conditions will add even more challenges to riders when they take to the course. Fans can expect racing that demands quick adaptation and razor-sharp precision — a fitting backdrop for a season that has delivered twists at every turn.
After the bruising double-header in Kyogle, the championship picture is tighter and more unpredictable than ever. Gympie is where legacies will be defined and rivalries settled, with several titles still up for grabs and a handful of riders entering the weekend with momentum firmly in their favour.
Pro Enduro – The Final Showdown: Milner vs Ruprecht
Gympie will be the stage for a high-stakes duel that could define the 2025 Pro Enduro champion. Wil Ruprecht (Shop Yamaha Off-Road Racing Team) arrives riding the momentum of a flawless Kyogle weekend, where he combined raw speed with tactical mastery to claim back-to-back victories.
Daniel Milner (DM31 KTM Racing Team), the championship leader at 222 points, will need every ounce of experience and composure to withstand Ruprecht’s charge. With McMahon (188) and Dickson (174) also lurking just behind, every root, mud pocket, and tricky climb in Gympie could swing the title. Expect a weekend of edge-of-the-seat battles where strategy is just as crucial as speed.
E1 – Reynders’ Reign on top
Jonte Reynders (DM31 KTM Racing Team) has dominated E1 this season, sitting atop the standings with 240 points after a flawless Kyogle double. However, the consistent Cooper Sheidow (Blu Cru Yamaha) (207), Jett Yarnold (Blu Cru Yamaha) (176), and Fraser Higlett (Blu Cru Yamaha) (173) will all be pushing to spoil Reynders’ coronation.
Gympie’s technical sections will test Reynders’ ability to maintain focus under pressure, while rivals hunt for every opportunity to reduce the gap. The final E1 showdown promises a tactical chess match on two wheels — speed alone won’t guarantee victory.
E2 – Every Point Counts
The E2 title hangs by a thread. Daniel Milner leads on 238 points, but Wil Ruprecht (217) has proven in Kyogle that he can dominate when it matters. William Dennett (Shop Yamaha Off-Road Racing Team) (194) is ready to pounce on any mistakes, while Tom Buxton (148), Max Midwinter (144) and Jeremy Carpentier (143) will battle to resolve who finishes in the top five of E2.
Gympie’s ever-changing surfaces and tricky tests will demand the perfect balance of aggression and caution. This weekend could be the moment that defines the E2 crown, making every stage and every split-second decision critical.
E3 – McMahon vs Dickson: The Rivalry Continues
If E3 has taught us anything, it’s that Korey McMahon (DM31 KTM Racing Team) (244 points) and Jye Dickson (Beta Australia Enduro Team) (224) will never give an inch. Their Kyogle encounters were decided by mere seconds, and Gympie is likely to be another razor-tight battle.
Riley McGillivray (Husqvarna Australia) (182), Max Rikys (166), and Brodie Young (107) remain capable of shaking up the podium, ensuring that no one can take a safe path to victory. Fans should expect thrilling head-to-head racing, where split-second lines and flawless execution will determine the outcome.
EJ – Lock Looks to Seal His Dominance
Kogan Lock (227 points) enters Gympie with flawless momentum, having won every test across Kyogle’s two rounds. But Will McInnes (216) and Fletcher Tucker (169) are closing fast, and Gympie’s technical challenges could level the playing field. Oliver Paterno (159) and Tomas Porto (143) round out a competitive top five.
Expect a weekend that will test nerves, endurance, and throttle control — one mistake could change the EJ leaderboard in an instant.
EW – Gardiner vs Simpson: The Final Duel
The Women’s championship remains one of the tightest battles of the season. Jessica Gardiner (JGR Yamaha Off-Road Racing). (244 points) leads, but Madi Simpson (Monster Energy WBR Yamaha) (210) has repeatedly proven she can challenge for wins, claiming multiple test victories at Kyogle before a costly penalty in Round 10. Ebony Nielsen (Beta Australia Enduro Team) (179), Emelie Karlsson (Triumph Australia) (167), and Jade Chellas (151) remain capable of upsetting the order.
Gympie’s unpredictable footing — from mud pockets to slick roots — could be the factor that decides the title. Fans can expect a tense, thrilling finale, with pride, points, and the championship on the line.
A Finale Worth the Wait
As the Yamaha Australian Enduro Championship presented by MXstore heads into its decisive weekend, Gympie is set to be a crucible where skill, bravery, and strategy collide. The course’s shifting surfaces will test every competitor’s ability to adapt, and with the weight of a season’s effort riding on every twist of the throttle, there will be no room for hesitation.
Fans can expect two days of edge-of-the-seat racing as Australia’s best chase one last shot at glory. When the dust settles on Sunday evening, champions will be crowned and the stories of 2025 will be etched into AusEnduro history.