However, due to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, he and Emil Sayfutdinov did not return as all Russian and Belarusian riders had been suspended and were barred from participating in any FIM-sanctioned events.

Bartosz Zmarzlik won the championship, claiming a third world title.

Leon Madsen finished as runner-up, with Maciej Janowski taking the last spot on the podium.

For the 2022 season, there were 15 permanent riders who joined each Grand Prix with one wild card and two track reserves.

[4] Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Discovery Sports Events made the decision to suspend Artem Laguta and Emil Sayfutdinov in line with the FIM's ban on Russian riders.