Team South Africa under the leadership of their captain, Craig Kruger put in a dominant performance to finish on the top step of the podium at the FIM Africa Motocross of Nations (MXOAN) that were held in Marrakesh in Morocco last weekend to retain their title as African Champions. Local Rover Motorcycle Club members Kruger along with Morne Jansen van Rensburg finished in first and second places respectively in the VMX (MX3-Vets) category for riders over the age of 35 years old.

For Kruger it was an extra special achievement as he has now become the first rider ever to win an African Champion title three times in the same class and the fact that he could achieve this accolade while captaining the 18 strong SA Team caps off a good season for the veteran. He was able to use his wealth of experience and share valuable lessons learnt from previous African championship events and provide insight into race strategies, handling pressure, maintaining focus and adapting to unpredictable terrain and climate.  

Kenya will be the next country to host the MXOAN when the 2025 championship will be held there.

The final point’s standings were as follows –

-1^st South Africa – 586 points

-2^nd Uganda – 479 points

-3^rd Morocco – 447 points

-4^th Madagascar – 223 points

-5^th Kenya – 212 points