Anstie On The Podium In Latvia
By TMX Archives on 2nd May 16
Showing impressive form around a fast and challenging Kegums track, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racings Max Anstie wrapped up round six of the Motocross World Championship with a second place overall MX2 class result.
Powering his FC 250 to the holeshot in the opening MX2 moto the Brit put in a convincing performance to earn the runner-up spot behind Jeffrey Herlings. Following another good start in moto two Anstie battled his way from fourth at the end of lap one to second at the chequered flag.
Standing in for injured MX2 rider Thomas Covington, 16-year-old Conrad Mewse made his World Championship debut fighting his way to 23rd overall. Unable to get good starts in any of the two motos the Brit had to battle from the back of the pack to 20/24 results.
Max Anstie: "It's been an awesome weekend for myself and my team. I've worked really hard to build my speed and race consistency so it's rewarding to find myself on the MX2 podium.
"I've delivered some strong rides during the last few races but things didn't seem to go our way up until now. It was nice to finally be able to put two solid motos together and that was my goal for this GP. I felt like I rode two strong races and made some good passes. We've come a long way in the season so now I can be positive for the GPs to come.”
