Triumph Achieves Brand's First 1-2 Finish with TF 250-X at MX2 World Championship Grand Prix

Triumph Motorcycles Japan K.K. (Headquarters: Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Yosuke Onuki) is pleased to announce that Triumph Factory Racing's Guillem Farres and Camden McLellan achieved the brand's first-ever 1-2 finish at a Grand Prix, riding the TF 250-X at the MXGP of France.

Triumph Factory Racing achieved a historic feat at the MXGP of France. Guillem Farres dominated the field on his TF 250-X, taking the overall victory with a perfect 1-1 score across both heats. Furthermore, his teammate Camden McLellan finished second overall, marking Triumph's first-ever 1-2 finish at a Grand Prix in just their third year of competing in the FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship.

Despite a minor crash in the qualifying race, Guillem Farres delivered an almost perfect performance throughout the French round, which resumed after a four-week break. In the first heat, he started from third place and took the lead within just a few laps. After that, he skillfully handled the TF 250-X, dominating the race with overwhelming speed and consistent pacing, keeping his rivals at bay.

The second heat was even more spectacular. Farres started from third again, this time chasing his teammate McLellan, who was running in second. The 23-year-old Farres passed McLellan on the second lap to move into second place, calmly waiting for an opportunity behind the race leader. With three laps remaining, he successfully took the lead. Although he faced intense pressure from McLellan until the final corner, he brilliantly took the checkered flag in first place. With this, Farres achieved a perfect '1-1' score, winning both heats to claim the overall victory, marking the first Grand Prix win of his career.

McLellan also put on a spectacular performance in France, matching Farres. In the first heat, he didn't get a good start and was forced to push hard to catch up, eventually finishing in third place. However, in the second heat, with the possibility of an overall podium finish still alive, he vastly improved his start. He positioned himself well from the beginning of the race and closely followed Farres throughout the heat. McLellan managed to pull alongside his teammate twice but fell just short of taking the lead. Nevertheless, by taking the checkered flag in second place, he secured second overall, realizing a historic 1-2 finish for Triumph Factory Racing and standing on the second step of the podium.

Since Triumph entered the highly competitive FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship in 2024, the team has steadily developed and refined the TF 250-X, building the competitiveness to consistently fight at the front. In their debut year, Mikkel Haarup achieved an incredible podium finish in Triumph Factory Racing's debut race in Patagonia, Argentina. A few rounds later in Sardinia, McLellan recorded the team's second podium finish.

For the 2025 season, with Mikkel Haarup moving to the US due to the MX2 class age limit, Guillem Farres joined Camden McLellan. This new duo both achieved podium finishes, with McLellan securing Triumph's and the TF 250-X's first heat win at the fifth round in Trentino, Italy. Farres also showed momentum, recording his first heat win at the tenth round in Teutschenthal, Germany. Both riders strongly supported the growth of Triumph's MX2 project.

This season, McLellan achieved Triumph's first-ever overall Grand Prix victory at the second round in Andalucia, Spain. This was a monumental achievement for the British manufacturer, but the joy was amplified last weekend in France when Farres and McLellan secured a historic 1-2 finish on the TF 250-X. After six rounds, Triumph has already recorded seven podium finishes this season, including two overall victories. Furthermore, they have stood on the podium in all but one race held so far, demonstrating overwhelming consistency and competitiveness.

▼ Guillem Farres

'It was a truly amazing day to finally achieve my first overall Grand Prix victory! Winning both heats made it even more special. The whole team has worked so hard for this moment, and I am truly happy that we could achieve this result together.

In the first heat, I got a decent start and quickly passed a few riders to move up to second. When the leader crashed, I took advantage of the opportunity and went on to win. In the second heat, I got a good start again and moved up to second. I was looking for a chance to attack for the lead, but overtaking was difficult on this track, so I focused on keeping the pressure on and forcing a mistake. With about 5 minutes left, I made a successful pass and took the heat win. It was a truly wonderful day.'

▼ Camden McLellan

'Overall, it was a good day this weekend in Lacapelle-Marival. I got decent starts in both heats. In the first heat, I had to work my way up from a bit further back, but I steadily improved my position and eventually finished third.

In the second heat, I got an even better start and had a very good opening lap, maintaining second place until Guillem passed me. After that, I chased him for most of the race and made a move in the final few laps. As a result, it was a close battle for the win right to the finish line. With a 3rd and 2nd place, I secured 2nd overall. Looking back at the whole weekend, I think it was a very positive result.'

▼ Vincent Bereni: Triumph Factory Racing Team Manager

'Coming into this weekend after a four-week break, there were honestly some unknowns. It's rare to have such a long break during the World Championship season, but we took an approach similar to the winter off-season. We didn't race, but focused on areas to improve, working with the riders and continuing the development of the machine.

And this weekend, it was proven that our efforts definitely paid off. Both riders showed fantastic riding, and we already felt great potential on Saturday. For Guillem to take the overall win with a 1-1 and Camden to take 2nd overall with a 3-2, achieving a 1-2 finish as a team is a truly amazing accomplishment. We made a little piece of history here, and it's a very proud moment for the whole team. This result is also a testament to the hard work of everyone behind the scenes, including office staff and truck drivers, not just the trackside crew. The whole team did a fantastic job, and the results of that effort are showing now.

We must maintain our focus, continue to work hard, and keep this momentum going. Because now, we are right back in the middle of the championship fight.'

▼ Ian Kimber: Head of Global Racing Programmes, Triumph Motorcycles

'This is a truly fantastic result for the riders and everyone involved in this project. I am incredibly proud that Guillem achieved wins in both heats (1-1) and that the team secured 1st and 2nd overall. It's a truly unbelievable achievement. Seeing our two riders on the top steps of the podium is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team. Without that accumulation of effort, we wouldn't be in the strong position we are in today. I am confident that this result is just the beginning of many more great achievements to come.'

TF 250-X Now Available at Authorized Dealers Nationwide

The TF 250-X is currently available at authorized Triumph Motocross/Enduro dealers (Triumph Tokyo Bay, Triumph Hamamatsu, Triumph Fukuoka, Triumph Kagoshima).

Price: 1,099,000 yen (tax included)

Developed in collaboration with off-road racing legends such as Ricky Carmichael and Ivan Cervantes, the TF 250-X delivers a maximum output of 47.3 PS at 13,750 rpm. Furthermore, by adopting a race-proven ultra-lightweight chassis, it achieves a power-to-weight ratio that surpasses its rivals, providing outstanding agility and balance.

The TF 250-X comes standard with class-leading KYB suspension, Brembo brakes, ProTaper handlebars, and D.I.D wheels. It is also equipped with advanced race-spec electronic control systems, including launch control, traction control, a quickshifter, and dual engine maps.

In addition, the refined bodywork and Triumph Performance Yellow graphics create an aggressive styling that stands out at the starting gate.

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