Kyle Kock fights for glory at Zwartkops – the last sprint of the GR Cup
CAR Magazine – 22 Oct 2025
The 2025 National Extreme Festival has rolled back into Zwartkops, the hallowed mud‑track of Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGR SA), for the season‑ending round of the GR Cup. With the event’s three class titles already sealed in the penultimate weekend at Killarney, the focus now shifts to the remaining drivers who are scrambling for the final podium spots. Yet the champions still have plenty to prove.
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CAR’s Kyle Kock chasing AutoTrader’s Lawrence Minnie at Zwartkops.
The race to the finish
In the Media Challenge, Nabil Abdool stands as the 2025 champion. The Dealer Challenge crown sits with Mario de Sousa, while Jason Coetzee has already claimed the Development Academy title. None of the winners are sitting behind the wheel and letting the competition glide past—they’re ready to defend every point on the final lap.
The GR Cup, run under the banner of Toyota GR, is the ultimate proving ground for motorists who crave raw performance and tire‑shaking power. Over the weekend, competitors will fight for class positions that can define careers and brand futures.
With the season’s final round in sight, fans can expect another day of high‑octane action, drama, and the relentless determination that makes Zwartkops The Big Z. Stay tuned as Kyle Kock and his rivals battle for the top spot in the most intense race of the year.
