MXGP Race Report: Fantic’s Coldenhoff Clinches Maiden Victory Amidst Competitive Showdown
In a thrilling weekend of racing, Glenn Coldenhoff secured his first-ever career win at the MXGP of Great Britain, marking a significant milestone for Fantic as a manufacturer. The race unfolded with intense battles, notably involving Jeffrey Herlings, who suffered a mishap on Lap 13, slipping from second to fourth after a misjudged quad jump.
Race Highlights
Race 1: Coldenhoff demonstrated exceptional skill, successfully defending his lead against emerging talent Kaedence Coenen. The Dutch rider’s victory not only marks his inaugural win for Fantic but also serves as a reminder of his 2013 MX2 Grand Prix win at the same venue.
Race 2: The conditions were challenging, with strong winds affecting rider performance on big jumps. Romain Febvre secured his fourth Fox Holeshot Award this season, asserting his dominance early on. Despite a strong challenge from Coenen and Herlings, Febvre maintained his lead, showcasing consistency and control.
Results Overview
- Febvre finished first in both races, achieving his 25th career GP victory and extending his championship lead to 32 points over Coenen, who continues to impress with his sustained performance.
- Coldenhoff’s second-place finish in Race 2 earned him a podium for the first time since April.
- Herlings, despite showing formidable pace, completed both races in fourth, resulting in a fifth overall finish for the day.
Championship Standings
With this round complete, Febvre leads the championship standings, followed by Coenen in second and Coldenhoff in third. Maxime Renaux remains absent due to injury, allowing Fernández to advance to fourth position. Herlings has slipped to sixth in the overall standings.
The championship now has a two-week break before the MXGP of Finland on July 12th and 13th, where riders will face a new circuit, adding an unpredictable element to the competition.
As the season progresses, fans and teams alike anticipate who will rise to the occasion in Finland.
