Sacha Coenen unstoppable for MX2 victory at Trentino MXGP

Sacha Coenen delivered a commanding performance at the Trentino MXGP in northern Italy, securing a dominant 1-1 victory in the MX2 class aboard his KTM 250 SX-F. This marked Coenen’s first win of the 2026 season and extended his unbeaten run on Saturday qualification heats to five consecutive victories, earning him a perfect 50 points from qualifying rounds so far this year. His consistent pace and control over challenging muddy and rutted conditions highlighted his growing status as a key contender in the MX2 championship. The Trentino circuit, known for its hardpacked, tight, and stony layout near Lake Garda, provided a picturesque yet demanding backdrop for the fifth round of the MXGP season. While Sacha Coenen excelled in MX2, his brother Lucas Coenen faced a more challenging day in the premier MXGP class. Despite a crash in the first moto that dropped him to 26th, Lucas fought back to finish 12th and followed with a strong second moto where he briefly led before settling for third. His overall seventh place was enough to maintain a slim four-point lead at the top of the MXGP standings. Other Red Bull KTM riders showed mixed fortunes, with Andrea Adamo achieving a personal best sixth place overall in MXGP despite a difficult second race, and Simon Laengenfelder, the reigning MX2 world champion, missing the podium for the first time this season but still retaining the championship lead. Laengenfelder acknowledged struggles with bike setup and race pace but remained optimistic about future rounds. Meanwhile, Moritz Ernecker continued his dominance in the EXM125 class, winning both motos and leading that championship with an impressive 50% win rate. The weekend’s results underscored the intense competition and fine margins within the 2026 MXGP and MX2 championships, with Red Bull KTM riders maintaining strong positions across categories. The series now takes an extended break before resuming at the French Grand Prix in La Capelle Marival on 23-24 May, where riders will look to build on their current momentum. The Trentino round reinforced KTM’s competitive edge and set the stage for an exciting continuation of the season.