MotoSurf Semifinals at The World Games: Czech Riders Lead, Chinese Athletes Make Strong Statement

Chengdu, China – The MotoSurf competition at the World Games entered its semifinal stage on Saturday with high drama across the Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Nations Cup categories. Czech riders confirmed their world-class dominance, while China showed its rapid rise in the sport with several standout performances.

Men’s Semifinals: Zahorský and Feng Shine

Czech star Lukas Zahorský delivered a commanding performance, finishing first overall with 68 points, including three heat victories. Hot on his heels was China’s Feng Zhanghao, who impressed with consistent speed and collected 53 points, securing second place.

Korea’s Kim Down  earns 3rd place with 60 points, while China’s Zhang Maozhu thrilled the crowd with a heat victory and the fastest lap so far, earning 44 points and placing 4th overall despite a costly penalty in his opening race.

Men’s Top 5:

1. Lukas Zahorský (CZE) – 68 pts

2. Feng Zhanghao (CHN) – 53 pts

3. Kim Down (KOR) – 60 pts

4. Zhang Maozhu (CHN) – 44 pts

5. Marek Skamla (SVK) – 36 pts

Women’s Semifinals: Matoušková Leads, Gao in the Mix

In the women’s category, Eliska Matoušková of Czechia proved untouchable, dominating three of her four heats to finish first with 68 points. Slovakia’s Sara Zuborova (2nd, 64 pts) and Emma Strculova (3rd, 60 pts) kept the pressure on.

China’s Gao Jiayin impressed with two early heat wins, finishing 4th overall with 44 points, while her teammate Chai Xin scored consistently to place 6th. Czech rider Mariana Navarová rounded out the top five with 36 points.

Women’s Top 5:

1. Eliska Matoušková (CZE) – 68 pts

2. Sara Zuborova (SVK) – 64 pts

3. Emma Strculova (SVK) – 60 pts

4. Gao Jiayin (CHN) – 44 pts

5. Mariana Navarová (CZE) – 36 pts

Mixed Nations Cup: Czechia on Top, China II Team 4th

The Mixed Nations Cup brought extra excitement as national teams combined their men’s and women’s strength. Czechia dominated with back-to-back heat victories, finishing perfect on 36 points. Slovakia (25 pts) and Poland (22 pts) followed.

China’s Team II delivered a promising result, securing 4th place with 19 points, while the main Chinese team placed 6th (13 pts). This shows the growing depth of MotoSurf talent in the host nation.

Mixed Nations Cup Top 5:

1. Czechia – 36 pts

2. Slovakia – 25 pts

3. Poland – 22 pts

4. China II – 19 pts

5. Korea – 18 pts

Quotes from the Paddock

Chinese head coach: “This is our first truly big international competition, but the team’s dedication and training are paying off. We know no limits, and China is on the way to becoming a world power in MotoSurf.”

Rider Zhang Maozhu: “In my first heat I made a mistake – I missed the white flag and didn’t take the joker lap, which cost me the win. But I refocused in the second heat, took victory, and set the fastest lap so far. That gave me confidence that I can go all the way and fight for the gold medal for China.”

Looking Ahead

The semifinals confirmed Czechia’s strength and highlighted the host nation China’s rapid development in this young global sport. With men, women, and mixed team finalists now determined, the stage is set for Sunday’s finals – where medals and history will be decided.