Stefan Everts was ruled out of contention of the 250 world championship before the series got under way with a serious knee injury. This left the championship wide open, long term 250 campaigners Bolley, Bierer and Bervoets were pre season favourites, with Hughs joining the championship from the USA and Vuillemin from the 125 series. Bolley, Bervoets and Bierer had all lead the series before stage fright set in. Everts rejoined the series in the closing stages to show he had lost none of his ability or speed.