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Cobra MOTO announced the signing of 10‑year‑old Yumena Berning of Pleasanton, California, to its Elite Team program. Berning joins the roster following a standout 2025 season highlighted by multiple podiums at Loretta Lynn’s and the World Mini Grand Prix.
“We’re incredibly honored and excited for Yumena to join the Cobra Elite Team. This has been a goal of hers for many years, and she’s worked hard to earn it,” said her parents.
Berning’s rise began in 2022 with a JS7 Spring Championship win at Freestone Raceway in the 51cc 4–6 class, a moment her family points to as a turning point. In 2025, she earned third overall at Loretta Lynn’s in the 65cc 7–9 class and second overall in 65cc 7–9 Limited. She also captured first overall at the Southwest Regional in 65cc 7–9 Limited.
At the World Mini Grand Prix, Berning added three more podiums: second overall (65cc 7–9), third overall (65cc 8–10), and third overall (65cc 7–11).
“Yumena showed maturity, speed, and consistency all season,” said Clay Elliott, Cobra Elite Team Manager. “She fits our culture and brings the kind of potential we love to develop.”
Looking ahead, Berning will compete primarily in the 65cc 7–9 and 65cc 7–9 Limited classes, with girls’ classes as available. Her schedule includes Mini O’s in Florida, the TX Winter Series, Spring A Ding Ding, the Texas Spring National, and regional qualifiers across the Northwest, Midwest, and Southwest.
Her goals are straightforward: win races and keep building skills with the support of the Cobra Elite Team.
