The 2026 EMX250 European Championship came to a close in Turkey this weekend, with the Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki Team ending the season in the best possible way by securing a superb 1-2 overall finish thanks to Francisco Garcia and Jake Cannon, who finished first and second respectively in Turkey.

Having already been crowned European Champion at the previous round in the Netherlands, Francisco Garcia once again demonstrated his dominance by winning both races and claiming his seventh Grand Prix victory of the season. It was the perfect conclusion for the Spaniard, who ends the year with 17 race wins from 22 starts — a record in the EMX250 class — along with seven Grand Prix victories, all secured with perfect 1-1 scores.

Jake Cannon also delivered an outstanding performance at the season finale in Turkey, taking second overall after finishing runner-up in both races, just a few seconds behind his teammate. With two Grand Prix victories and several podium finishes throughout the season, the Australian completes the championship in a superb third place after consistently establishing himself as one of the fastest riders in the class.

Ending the season with a 1-2 finish in Turkey, after opening the championship with another 1-2 in Spain, perfectly sums up an incredible 2026 season for the Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki Team.

A huge thank you to every member of the team, to our partners for their trust and support throughout this exceptional season, and also to our fans for following and supporting us every weekend.

Watch the vlog from the race weekend here: https://youtu.be/e9p611gn8tY?si=Po7DgxPMbnVZ1kiz

Francisco Garcia: “This season has been incredible for me. Before joining Bud Racing, I had only achieved one podium finish in EMX250 and had never even stood on the podium in EMX125. I have made huge progress over the past two years and, honestly, they have flown by. I have had so much fun on the bike, but also away from the track thanks to the entire team. I would like to thank everyone in the team and all those who have supported me throughout this journey.”

Jake Cannon: “I’m really happy to finish the season like this, with two second-place finishes in the races. It’s my best result from these two years. Now it’s time to focus on the World Supercross Championship. I can’t wait, and I’ll see you in Birmingham on 10 October.”

Stephane DASSE: “I’m extremely proud of my riders and, above all, of the entire team, who have worked incredibly hard. Finishing with two riders on the overall EMX250 Championship podium is something we have never achieved before in the team’s 20-year history. We will do everything we can to repeat it next year, even though we know that seasons like this don’t come around every year.”

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.

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!

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:

The Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki team got off to a perfect start to the 2026 season at the Spanish Grand Prix, the opening round of the EMX250 European Championship, securing a resounding one-two finish with Francisco Garcia and Jake Cannon taking first and second place, respectively.

Garcia dominates at home
Hailing from a region just two hours away from the Grand Prix, Francisco Garcia delivered a flawless performance throughout the weekend in front of a raucous crowd. The Spanish rider dominated the field, setting the fastest time in qualifying before winning both races in commanding fashion.

In the first race, Francisco Garcia got off to a strong start, quickly took the lead, and was never challenged, controlling the race like a true champion. In the second race, despite a more difficult start, he used his speed and racing intelligence to gradually catch up to his rivals and secure another victory.

This perfect weekend (1-1) allowed him to leave with the red leader’s plate, confirming a momentum already seen last season, where he consistently won and made a strong impression right from the start of the championship.

Cannon confirms its growth
For his part, Jake Cannon also made a strong impression with his best performance yet in the EMX250 class, confirming the progress he’s made over the offseason.

In the first race, the Australian showed excellent speed and made several passes to secure a solid second-place finish. In the second race, after crashing in the pack, he restarted around 12th position. Faster than his competitors, he mounted an impressive charge up to fifth place.

Thanks to his consistency and fighting spirit, Jake Cannon secured second place in the overall standings for the event, as well as in the championship after this first round.
An ideal start to the season

With this one-two finish, the Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki team has made a strong statement right from the start and established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the EMX250 field. This overall result confirms the potential of both riders in the title race this season.

See you next weekend for the second round of the EMX250 European Championship in Switzerland, but before that, check out the Inside vlog from the weekend here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wi1pQJnJqt0

Jake Cannon: “I’m happy to show that I have the potential to compete at the front this season. It was an incredible weekend for the team, and I feel ready to deliver this for them as often as possible.”

Francisco Garcia: “It was probably the best race of my life; winning everything in front of my home crowd will be unforgettable. The season is off to a great start, and I’m going to give it my all to keep it going.”