Press Release: 2027 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations Announcement
ERNÉE (France), 4 October 2026 – The journey to the 2027 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations has officially commenced, with Assen, The Netherlands, confirmed as the host for the event scheduled on 8, 9, and 10 October 2027.
Highlights from Ernée
The announcement took place during the current edition of the ‘Nations’ in Ernée, where Dutch organizers showcased their ambitions with a standout display, including a traditional windmill—a symbol of The Netherlands—at the press conference. This setup aims to establish a remarkable atmosphere that characterizes the Motocross of Nations as nations prepare to compete for the Chamberlain Trophy in 2027.
A Historic Return to Assen
The 2027 edition signifies a return to Assen, which last hosted the event in 2019, marking a historic moment as Team Netherlands, led by Jeffrey Herlings, Glenn Coldenhoff, and Calvin Vlaanderen, secured the nation’s first-ever Motocross of Nations victory before an enthusiastic Dutch crowd.
Key Quotes
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David Luongo, President & CEO, Infront Moto Racing:
“It is a great honour to be back in Assen for the Motocross of Nations… There is no better place than Assen, known worldwide as the Cathedral of Speed and the heart of motorsport in northern Europe.”
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Jorge Viegas, FIM President:
“The Motocross of Nations is one of the most prestigious events on our calendar… I am sure the Motocross of Nations in Assen will be a tremendous success.”
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Lee van Dam, Assen Organizer:
“We can’t wait to welcome the teams, riders and fans back to Assen for the 2027 Motocross of Nations… We are working on a new track layout to make 2027 even more exciting.”
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Marco Out, Mayor of Assen:
“This organization is doing a great job… Having the Motocross of Nations back strengthens our position as the motorsport capital of the Netherlands.”
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Wim Mulder, KNMV President:
“We have a fantastic venue… We will do our best to have the best possible team, and I trust this is only the beginning of a fantastic event.”
Ticket Sales
Stay tuned as the official ticketing link will be shared on MXGP.com and across all social media channels when sales open on Sunday, 4 October at 17:00 CEST.
