Coenen Cruise Mode activated with Latvia MXGP rout

The MXGP Grand Prix of Latvia at Kegums saw a commanding performance from the Coenen brothers, Lucas and Sacha, who continued their dominant form in the 2026 FIM MXGP World Championship. Both riders secured flawless 1-1 finishes in their respective MXGP and MX2 classes, marking Lucas’s fourth win of the season and Sacha’s second. Their victories extended their championship leads significantly, with Lucas now 62 points clear in MXGP and Sacha holding a 37-point advantage in MX2. This marked the first time this season that the brothers controlled both classes so comprehensively on race day, having also won their Qualification Heats. The event at Kegums, known for its soft, sandy terrain and relatively flat layout, provided challenging conditions that the Red Bull KTM riders mastered with ease. Lucas Coenen overtook Jeffrey Herlings in the MXGP Qualification Heat and maintained a commanding lead throughout both motos, while Sacha Coenen capitalised on his strong starts to dominate MX2. Other KTM riders had mixed fortunes; Andrea Adamo delivered consistent top-ten finishes in MXGP, whereas Simon Laengenfelder suffered a crash in the second MX2 moto, which hampered his overall result despite a promising start. The Coenen brothers’ success at Kegums adds to Red Bull KTM’s impressive tally this season, with seven wins from four riders across the MXGP and MX2 classes. Their performances underscore KTM’s continued strength in the championship, particularly on sandy tracks that demand technical skill and physical endurance. The Latvian round was part of a demanding triple-header sequence, with the series now entering a brief break before resuming in Italy, Portugal, and South Africa later in the summer. Both Lucas and Sacha expressed satisfaction with their results, highlighting the importance of teamwork and smart racing strategies. Lucas praised the team’s efforts and emphasised controlling the tricky track conditions, while Sacha celebrated his third victory at Kegums and the momentum gained from strong starts. Meanwhile, Simon Laengenfelder remained optimistic about recovery ahead of the next round despite his crash, and Andrea Adamo looked forward to regrouping during the upcoming rest period. Looking ahead, the MXGP championship will next visit Montevarchi in Italy on 21 June, marking a return to the hardpacked course after two decades. The Coenen brothers’ performances in Latvia have set a high benchmark, and the upcoming races will be crucial in determining whether they can maintain their leads and continue their dominant runs in the 2026 season.