McLellan Claims Triumph’s First MX2 Win

Coming off their double podium season-opener success, Triumph Factory Racing’s Camden McLellan moved up the top spot for the first time in his career after claiming victory at Round 2 of the 2026 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship in Spain. The South African secured not only his first win, but Triumph’s maiden Grand Prix victory aboard the TF250-X as he chased home race one winner and teammate Guillem Farres in moto one, before charging to victory in race two. McLellan now leads the MX2 World Championship with Farres close behind in third.

In only the British manufacturer’s third season of competition, the Triumph Factory Racing team now gets to add their first Grand Prix overall victory to their tally, after having enjoyed numerous podium finishes and race wins across their three years of competition. For the second outing on the 2026 FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship calendar, the Spanish circuit in Almonte was a new addition to the schedule, and despite having no prior experience at the venue, both riders adapted quickly. McLellan charged to second in the qualifying race, while Guillem Farres finished third.
 
The opening MX2 race saw McLellan start just outside the top five and work his way onto the back wheel of Farres by mid-race. The duo then delivered a masterclass in sand riding while battling for the lead, as they broke away from the chasing pack. Ultimately, McLellan was unable to find a way by his teammate and finished in second, making it a Triumph 1-2.

Camden took advantage of a much-improved start in race two and emerged from the first turn in third. Biding his time as the two leaders set the pace, the 21-year-old began his charge around the halfway point of the race and took control at the front with six laps remaining. McLellan maintained his margin at the front of the field to pick up his second ever moto win and his first overall victory.

Farres also played a large part in the team’s success in Spain. Racing his home Grand Prix couldn’t have gone any better in moto one as he led almost every lap. A rare technical issue in race two ruled him out of contention for securing what may well have been a double podium result for the team. On the day, Farres placed ninth overall, and now sits third in the standings.

In the MXGP class, Dirt Store Triumph Racing’s Ben Watson delivered the best moto result for the brand with eighth in race one aboard the TF450-X. In the same weekend Triumph Factory Racing’s Jordon Smith secured Triumph’s first top ten in AMA Supercross, taking ninth in the main event with the TF450-X.

Camden McLellan: 
“It’s been an incredible GP here in Spain with my first ever overall win, and also a first overall victory for Triumph, which is a really special feeling. I felt solid throughout the whole week and carried that into the weekend, so it all came together when it mattered. I can’t thank the team enough! We’ve got a great bike and a fantastic group of people around us, and this result is a reflection of everyone’s hard work. I’m really happy to now have the red plate and I’m excited for the rest of the season.”

Guillem Farres: 
“Overall, it was a really strong weekend for me. After free practice we made some changes to the bike that made a big difference, and from there I had a good feeling, finishing fifth in time practice and then third in the qualifying race, which gave me a strong gate pick for Sunday. In the first moto I got a good start, quickly moved into second, and after the leader went down, I was able to take over and control the race to the finish. It was a great feeling to win and to be battling with the front guys all the way. Unfortunately, in the second moto we had a small issue that led to a DNF, which is part of racing, but it was a bit frustrating as I felt like we had the chance to leave with the red plate and a solid points lead. Still, there are a lot of positives to take, and I’m happy to be in a position to fight in the championship. Now the focus is on bouncing back in Switzerland and keeping the momentum going.”