Title race intensifies after electrifying Round 5 of National Motocross Championship

The Mountain Dew National Motocross Championship hit a thrilling milestone with the conclusion of its fifth round at the packed E-Villas Racing Park in Kaliisizo, Greater Masaka.

Thousands of fans turned out to witness the high-octane action as riders battled fiercely across multiple categories. With only three rounds remaining, the championship race is heating up, and every point counts.

50cc Category

Ronieta Ssebuguzi delivered a standout performance, clinching the top spot with 55 points across three heats. Harvey Kiggundu followed closely with 50 points, while Corey Kayiira secured third with 45 points. The tight margins among the top three highlight the intensity of the competition.

Miguel Katende in action

MX 50cc Senior

Hellena Birungi dominated the senior division, winning all three heats to earn a perfect 60 points. Abigail Katende finished second with 51 points, and Israel Mpuuga rounded out the podium with 47 points. Birungi’s flawless run sets a formidable benchmark for her rivals.

65cc Category

Larry Sekamwa proved unstoppable, sweeping all three heats to score a perfect 60 points. Ethan Musedde came in second with 47 points, while Ashraf Mbabazi claimed third with 45 points.
85cc Category

Miguel Katende showcased his prowess with a commanding performance, earning 60 points to take the win. His brother, Jonathan Katende, followed in second with 51 points, and Ethan Jassa Katek secured third with 43 points. The Katende brothers’ strong showing was a highlight of the day.

125cc Category

Malcolm Gift Ssebuguzi was in a class of his own, winning all three heats to finish with 60 points. Dan Mitima took second with 51 points, while Jeromy Mubiru and Jason Barrows placed third and fourth with 45 and 41 points, respectively. Ssebuguzi’s consistency cements his status as a title favorite.

MX2 Category

Omar Waleed made a triumphant return to the podium, winning the MX2 class with 57 points. Milton Akaki followed closely with 54 points, and Habib Kiggundu secured third with 45 points. Swaswi Sambo finished fourth with 39 points.
MX1 Category

Omar Wazir made only his second appearance of the season but left a lasting impression, winning all three heats to collect 60 points. Isma Mukiibi finished second with 49 points, while Fatu Kiggundu made his first podium appearance of the season with 43 points.

Veterans’ Category

Rogers Ssebunnya led the veterans with a dominant 54-point performance. Malik Sseruwugge followed with 48 points, Ashraf Mbabazi took third with 47 points, and John Baptist Achal placed fourth with 39 points.

With just three rounds to go, the championship is poised for a dramatic finish. The fierce competition and standout performances in Kaliisizo have set the stage for an electrifying conclusion to the season.