FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TANNER WARD SELECTED TO REPRESENT TEAM CANADA IN MXGP CLASS FOR 2026 MOTOCROSS of NATIONS IN ERNÉE,

Team Canada Management are proud to announce that Tanner Ward has been called upon to represent Team Canada in the premier MXGP class at the 2026 Motocross des Nations (MXON) in Ernée, France.

Ward steps into the lineup on short notice, bringing a proven track record of incredible strength, grit, and adaptability. Having previously represented Canada at MXON, Ward returns to the world stage with valuable international experience. Armed with that prior experience, he enters this year’s event with absolute confidence and a strong vision to perform at the highest level against the world’s best riders.

In a critical strategic move leading up to the main event, Ward will line up to race in England the weekend prior to MXON. This intensive European race appearance is a vital component of his preparation, giving him crucial seat time and allowing him to rigorously test setup configurations in authentic, high-stakes race conditions directly on European soil before heading to France.

“Team Canada Management are extremely proud to have Tanner on the roster,” said Team Canada Manager, Kourtney Lloyd. “Answering the call on such short notice demonstrates his elite mindset and unwavering commitment to representing our country. Securing competitive race time in England the weekend prior gives him a major operational advantage—ensuring he is razor-sharp and fully dialled in before gate drop in Ernée.”

This last-minute effort was made possible through extraordinary industry collaboration. Team Canada extends its sincere gratitude to Priority MX, Team Owners Peter & Wendy Knoop, and Team Manager Justin Roney for their immediate flexibility and support in putting this effort together under tight time constraints. Special thanks also go to SC Sporthomes Husqvarna for rapidly mobilizing to secure top-tier equipment for Tanner.