Top 10 Finish for the Team Venum BUD RACING Kawasaki at the MX2 World Championship Round in France at Lacapelle

The 2026 World Supercross Championship kicked off this weekend in Calgary, Canada, on a track made particularly demanding by the high altitude. Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki lined up Mitchell Harrison and Luke Clout in SX1, alongside Jack Chambers and Henry Miller in SX2.

SX1: Mitchell Harrison narrowly misses the podium

After a great start in the opening race, Mitchell Harrison quickly moved into the lead and controlled the race for a large part of the moto. The American remained firmly in the leading group throughout, before eventually crossing the finish line in fourth after losing one position in the final corner.

The second race was another strong performance, with Mitchell once again getting a great start and battling at the sharp end of the field. Running second in the closing stages, Mitchell was passed again in the final corner and eventually finished sixth. A high-level performance that saw him wrap up the opening round of the season with an excellent fifth place overall, tied on points with fourth.
His performance was also rewarded with the SX1 “Rider of the Night” award.

Luke Clout, meanwhile, never really managed to find his rhythm on this unusual track. The Australian struggled with the effects of the altitude and had to deal with difficult physical conditions throughout the day. He finished 15th and 13th in the first two races before the third was cancelled due to the storm.

SX2: A promising Supercross debut for Jack Chambers

Called up to replace Jake Cannon for the opening round, Jack Chambers had completed just five days of Supercross training before arriving in Canada. Despite the limited preparation, the Australian showed plenty of promise throughout the weekend.

With 12th, 7th and 10th-place finishes, Jack came close to grabbing the holeshot in the second race and was involved in several strong battles throughout the night. He eventually secured 11th overall in the SX2 standings.

It was a tougher night for Henry Miller. After injuring his ribs during training the previous week, he gritted his teeth and pushed through the entire event. A false neutral resulted in a heavy crash during the opening race, but he showed great determination to continue and claimed two 13th-place finishes in the following races. He ended the night with a DNF-13-13 scorecard. Results well below the American rider’s true potential, as he is normally a consistent top 6/8 contender in US Supercross.

Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki now has two months to continue working and preparing ahead of the second round of the championship, which will take place in the United Kingdom.
In the meantime, the team will be back in action next weekend in Sweden for another round of the EMX250 European Championship.

And to experience the opening round of the World Supercross Championship in Canada from inside the team, don’t miss our weekend vlog now available on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Fp3a2r59OD4?si=tu74D5Gk18lTcUNs

Top 10 Finish for the Team Venum BUD RACING Kawasaki at the MX2 World Championship Round in France at Lacapelle

This weekend, the Team Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki competed at the MXGP of France in Lacapelle-Marival, a round of the MX2 World Championship held in front of a massive French crowd despite extremely hot conditions. It was an intense and highly valuable experience for our two riders, Francisco Garcia and Jake Cannon, who usually race in the European Championship and were making their debut at the highest level of MX2 world competition.

Right from Saturday’s qualifying sessions, both riders showed impressive potential against the best riders in the world. Francisco Garcia delivered a strong 8th place finish, battling hard with the front runners and proving both his speed and his ability to compete with the world elite. Jake Cannon, despite a difficult start, put together an impressive charge through the field to finish 12th with outstanding pace.

On Sunday, Francisco continued his momentum in Race 1, running consistently between 6th and 8th position for much of the moto before a small crash eventually dropped him back to 10th place. On the other side, Jake Cannon faced a more difficult race after crashing at the start and again on the opening lap, but still managed to finish 17th and score valuable championship points.

In Race 2, both riders quickly found themselves around 13th and 14th positions following an average start from Jake and a first-lap incident involving Francisco. Despite the fatigue and the extremely demanding conditions, both riders fought back strongly to finish 10th and 13th respectively in the moto.

In the overall classification for the weekend, Francisco Garcia secured 10th overall while Jake Cannon finished 15th overall. An extremely positive experience for the two young riders, only 18 and 19 years old, and for the entire Bud Racing team, which continues to develop young talent for the highest level of international racing.

The team now heads to Germany for the next round of the EMX250 European Championship, where Francisco Garcia currently leads the championship standings while Jake Cannon sits in 3rd position.

The entire Bud Racing team would like to warmly thank all partners, customers, and French supporters who were present throughout the weekend for their exceptional support during this MXGP of France in Lacapelle-Marival.

Jake Cannon and Francisco Garcia are heading to USA with Bud Racing

The Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki Team is pleased to announce that its teenagers riders, Jake Cannon and Francisco Garcia, will compete in the AMA Pro Motocross round at Southwick in the 250 class.

This special appearance in the United States is a reward for the incredible begin of season both riders have had so far on the international scene.

Francisco Garcia is currently having a remarkable season in the EMX250 European Championship, where he currently leads the standings. Meanwhile, Jake Cannon is living up to his potential, actually 3rd in the championship with a first victory a few weeks ago.
To recognize their performance, dedication, and progress throughout the season, Team Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki has decided to give its two young riders the opportunity to experience one of the legendary events in American motocross: Southwick, an iconic race on the AMA Pro Motocross calendar.

In keeping with the team’s DNA and history, Bud Racing remains committed to helping its young riders reach the highest international level, whether in the MX2 World Championship—as will soon be the case at Lacapelle-Marival—or through prestigious competitions in the United States. In the past, riders such as Marvin Musquin and Dylan Ferrandis also benefited from Bud Racing’s experience before going on to brilliant international and American careers.

This new adventure will provide a unique opportunity for Francisco and Jake to continue their athletic development in an environment that is as prestigious as it is demanding.

The entire team is looking forward to this American adventure alongside its riders and thanks all of its partners for their ongoing support.

See you in Southwick to follow this new stage of their season!

DOUBLE PODIUM AND FIRST VICTORY OF JAKE CANNON IN ITALY

The fourth round of the EMX250 European Championship took place in the stunning setting of Arco di Trento, Italy, providing a spectacular backdrop for a weekend full of excitement and impressive performances.

The team shone, securing a double podium finish.

Jake Cannon secured the first victory of his career following a remarkable weekend. In the first race, he staged a spectacular comeback from outside the top 15, capped off by a decisive pass in the final turn to claim second place. He built on that performance in the second race by finishing second again, allowing him to take the overall race win. Thanks to this result, he now sits in third place in the championship, just a few points behind the second.

For his part, Francisco Garcia made a name for himself right from the first race, claiming a commanding victory. The second race proved more challenging: after experiencing a mechanical issue on the starting grid, he was forced to start nearly 45 seconds behind the rest of the field, from 40th position. Nevertheless, he staged an impressive comeback to finish in 12th place, securing third place in the overall standings.

In addition, Francisco Garcia retains the red leader’s jersey, underscoring the team’s strength and consistency at the highest level of European competition.

The team is now looking ahead to the next round of the French Championship, which will take place in Romagné.

Check out the weekend vlog here:

One more 1-2 finish in French Elite Championship

Bud Racing delivers again with a dominant 1-2 finish in Saint-Jean-d’Angély

The Bud Racing Team continues to set the pace at the start of the 2026 season.

This Sunday, April 6th, the iconic Saint-Jean-d’Angély track (France), a true benchmark in international motocross, hosted the second round of the French Elite Championship. In a highly competitive field, Bud Racing riders once again stepped up… in style.

In the MX2 (250cc) class, Francisco Garcia (#29) and Jake Cannon (#3) secured another impressive 1-2 finish.
After setting the second fastest time in qualifying, Francisco Garcia bounced back perfectly by winning both motos, taking the overall victory. Right behind him, Jake Cannon confirmed his consistency and strength with two second-place finishes, capping off a strong weekend for the team.

In front of a large crowd and under perfect weather conditions, both riders delivered solid and committed performances, perfectly reflecting the team’s current momentum.

Another standout result came from Tim Lopes, Bud Racing support rider competing in the Espoirs category, who leaves Saint-Jean-d’Angély with the red plate as the French Championship leader.

This weekend also marks a historic milestone for Team Bud Racing. For the first time since its creation in 2007, the team is leading both championships it is competing in — in France and across Europe. An achievement further highlighted by an impressive streak of four consecutive 1-2 finishes.

While the season is still long and anything can happen, these results clearly underline the team’s ambitions and potential for 2026.

Next stop is already set for next weekend, with the European Championship heading to the sandy track of Riola Sardo, Sardinia.
No time to rest — Bud Racing riders are already back on the gas.

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