Round 2 of Extreme XL Lagares 2026 delivered a brutal test of endurance and precision in Peñafiel, where Manuel Lettenbichler once again proved untouchable, but the story of the day was just as much about penalties, strategy, and survival as it was outright speed.

After already taking control in the opening stages, Lettenbichler backed it up with another commanding performance, finishing nearly eight minutes clear of the field in one of the toughest extreme enduro races of the season.

Lettenbichler Controls the Chaos

The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider completed the course in 3:21:58, navigating punishing terrain, technical climbs, and relentless obstacles with trademark consistency.

While others faltered or lost time in key sections, Lettenbichler maintained a relentless pace from start to finish, further underlining why he remains the benchmark in extreme enduro.

His victory builds on the momentum from the opening day, where he first asserted control of the event. You can read the full breakdown of that performance here:

Extreme Lagares Day 1 results and analysis

Battle Behind: Time Gaps Tell the Story

Behind Lettenbichler, the fight for the podium was far closer, and far more unpredictable.

Teodor Kabakchiev secured second place after a strong and consistent ride, finishing just over eight minutes behind the leader. Meanwhile, Spain’s Mario Roman claimed third, giving the home fans something to celebrate after a demanding day.

Margins continued to stretch throughout the field, with riders forced into a balance between risk and survival as fatigue set in during the later stages.

Extreme XL Lagares Round 2 – Results

James Moore received a 3m 30s penalty for leaving the track and gaining an advantage.

Penalty Drama Impacts Final Standings

One of the defining moments of the day came in the battle for the top five, where James Moore was handed a 3 minute 30 second penalty after accidentally leaving the course and gaining an advantage.

In a race where seconds can define positions, that penalty proved costly, reshaping the final standings and highlighting how crucial precision is in extreme enduro competition.

It also served as a reminder that in events like Lagares, staying on the correct line is just as important as outright pace.

British Riders Show Strength

There were strong performances from British riders, with Mitch Brightmore finishing an impressive fifth and continuing to establish himself among the elite.

Meanwhile, Billy Bolt battled through the demanding conditions to secure seventh place, a solid result considering the intensity of the course.

Both riders demonstrated the depth of British talent in extreme enduro, with performances that could have significant implications for the rest of the season.

Survival Over Speed

Unlike traditional enduro events, Round 2 in Peñafiel was defined by survival rather than outright speed.

The combination of technical terrain, physical fatigue, and strategic decision-making meant that riders were constantly forced to weigh up risk versus reward.

For Lettenbichler, the formula was simple, stay clean, stay consistent, and let others make mistakes.

What This Means Going Forward

With back-to-back dominant performances, Lettenbichler has firmly established himself as the rider to beat at Extreme XL Lagares 2026.

However, the battles behind him remain wide open, with Kabakchiev, Roman, and Young all showing they have the pace to challenge if conditions, or mistakes, swing in their favour.

If Round 2 proved anything, it’s that extreme enduro is as much about control and discipline as it is about speed, and with more racing to come, the drama is far from over.