Guillem Farres, a Spanish motocross racer, has decided to make a comeback to the MXGP series after spending the last two and a half seasons in the United States. He will be joining the Factory Triumph Racing Team as a factory rider in the MX2 division. Farres had a promising start to the 2023 Pro Motocross championship with strong performances at Fox Raceway and the Hangtown Motocross Challenge. However, his progress was hindered when he broke his arm during Round 3 at Thunder Valley.
Having previously raced for Husqvarna in 2024, Farres achieved his best points result in the Monster Energy Supercross East division this season, finishing 18th overall. Despite facing some setbacks due to injuries, Farres expressed his excitement about joining the Monster Energy Triumph Factory Racing team, describing it as a dream come true. He praised the team’s performance and competitiveness, expressing confidence in the bike’s capabilities.
Farres commended the team’s base setting and expressed eagerness to begin pre-season testing to customize the bike according to his style. Vincent Bereni, the Triumph Factory Racing Team Manager, highlighted Farres’ talent and potential as a rider, emphasizing the team’s belief in his abilities. Bereni mentioned that Farres has been training on the TF 250-X bike to familiarize himself with it and has shown promising results.
The upcoming 2025 MXGP season will mark Farres’ first attempt at running the full schedule. The team aims to maintain the momentum from the previous season and believes that Farres can contribute significantly to their success. The season is set to kick off on March 2, 2025, in Cordoba, Argentina, with Farres eager to showcase his skills on the track.
In other motorcycle racing news, the 2025 SX schedule, MX schedule, and MXGP Schedule have been released, with tickets already on sale for the upcoming season. Additionally, recent victories by Joey Savatgy and Dean Wilson in the AUSSX opener have stirred up excitement in the racing community. Moreover, notable riders such as Max Anstie and Preston Boespflug have made significant career moves, adding to the anticipation for the upcoming season.
As Farres prepares for the 2025 MXGP season with the Factory Triumph Racing Team, fans and enthusiasts alike are eagerly awaiting his performance on the track. With his talent, determination, and the support of his team, Farres is poised to make a strong comeback to the MXGP series and leave a lasting impression in the world of motocross racing.