Davey Todd capped off a commanding week in China by securing his second consecutive victory in the 57th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix, delivering a performance that underlined both his maturity and growing stature on the international road-racing scene. The Zeeco BMW Motorrad Racing rider converted pole position into a lights-to-flag win, controlling the pace from the opening lap and setting the fastest lap of the race—just shy of the benchmark Stuart Easton established during his legendary 2010 run.
Throughout practice and qualifying, Todd had been a step ahead of the field. His rhythm around the notoriously unforgiving 6.2 km Guia Circuit was evident from the outset, and when the race distance arrived, he looked every inch the favourite. Once he launched cleanly from pole, the race effectively settled into his hands.
“It’s a fantastic feeling to win the Macau Grand Prix over race distance,” Todd said afterwards, clearly elated. “Everything has worked perfectly all week. I got a great start and I was able to do my own thing from there. I was hoping to take the lap record as well; it’s definitely possible. I felt I had more to push with but as I had such a good lead, I just held off a little. I’m confident I could post a time of two minutes twenty-two.”
The victory adds another significant milestone to Todd’s fast-rising career, coming off a season in which he has shown increasing form on both short circuits and the roads. His Macau success not only reinforces his growing reputation globally but also gives BMW yet another high-profile win on the demanding street circuit where precision often means more than outright power.
Hickman Completes a Zeeco BMW 1–2 After a Strong Recovery Year
Peter Hickman crossed the line in second, securing a 1–2 finish for the Zeeco BMW outfit. The multiple Isle of Man TT winner had qualified third and started from the outside of the front row, but his opening-lap battle with Erno Kostamo briefly complicated his charge.
At lights out, Hickman appeared to nose ahead into second, though Kostamo immediately fought back at the fast, sweeping Mandarin Bend—a section where bravery often determines position more than slipstream alone. Hickman stayed composed and applied pressure, which paid off two laps later when Kostamo overshot his braking point at the tight, right-hand Lisboa Bend. Hickman slipped through cleanly and from there maintained a controlled and mature pace to bring home the runner-up result.
“It’s a great end to a difficult year for me,” Hickman reflected. “To come here to Macao and be strong is a huge bonus especially after the injuries I’ve suffered. It’s even better that the team has a 1–2 result and now we can look ahead to a strong season in 2026.”
For Hickman—who traditionally excels on technical, high-commitment street circuits like Macau, the TT, and the Northwest 200—the result marks an encouraging rebound after a disrupted season marked by injury setbacks.
Kostamo Recovers to Third After Early Error
Erno Kostamo, the 2022 Macau winner and one of the most experienced non-British riders in modern road racing, completed the podium. His early mistake at Lisboa dropped him briefly to fifth, but once he regained composure, the Finn settled into a strong pace that allowed him to reclaim lost positions and secure third with a margin that kept him comfortably clear of the pack behind.
“It’s been a chaotic week,” Kostamo admitted. “Despite qualifying well, I was very nervous on the opening lap which is why I made the mistake braking into Lisboa and losing second place. From there it was all about damage limitation so I’m happy with the lap time and result.”
Given the competitive depth of this year’s field—bolstered by several TT and BSB regulars—Kostamo’s podium stands as a testament to his resilience and familiarity with Macau’s uniquely technical layout.
Career-Best Finishes for Hodson and Maurer; Bottalico Impresses on Debut
Fourth place went to Rob Hodson aboard the SMT Racing Honda, marking the Englishman’s best-ever Macau result. Hodson has steadily improved his street-circuit pedigree over recent seasons, and his composed ride reflected both pace and discipline on a track that punishes even small errors.
Swiss rider Lukas Maurer (Hoffmann and LM by MRP) achieved his own personal best at the event with a strong fifth-place finish, another sign of his continued growth on the international roads.
One of the standout stories of the race, however, came from Maurizio Bottalico, who brought his Crowe Performance-prepared machine home in sixth. The Italian, competing at Macau for the first time, showed exceptional composure navigating a circuit that many veterans consider one of the most complex and intimidating in the world. For a newcomer to finish inside the top six is rare and noteworthy, putting Bottalico firmly on the radar for future invitations.
A Strong Conclusion to Another Classic Macau Chapter
With Todd’s composed dominance, Hickman’s gritty return, and Kostamo’s fighting recovery, the 57th edition of the Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix delivered another memorable chapter in the event’s storied history. The combination of narrow barriers, blind apexes, and high-speed sweeps continues to make Macau one of the most distinctive and challenging races in global motorsport—and once again, it rewarded the riders who married bravery with precision.
Macau Grand Prix Organizing Committee
