Kemer to host 2026 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship round

Kemer, Turkey, will host the Sea to Sky event from October 7-10, serving as the seventh round of the 2026 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. Organized by the Kemer Enduro Motorcycle Club, the race features a unique course that begins at the Mediterranean coast and ascends to the peaks of the Taurus Mountains, reaching altitudes of approximately 2,365 meters.

The event is a critical turning point for the championship standings. German rider Manuel Lettenbichler currently leads the general classification with 150 points, followed by British rider Mitch Brightmore with 126 points. The 24-point gap between the two makes the Kemer stage a decisive factor in the title race. Bulgarian rider Teodor Kabakchiev holds third place with 94 points.

Top international competitors expected to participate include Manuel Lettenbichler, Mitch Brightmore, Teodor Kabakchiev, Ashton Brightmore, Billy Bolt, Wade Young, and Mario Roman. The race is divided into three distinct sections: a Beach Race focusing on speed, a Forest Race testing technical skills, and a Mountain Race covering the ascent from sea level to the summit.