The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship delivered another thrilling chapter at the historic Hangtown Motocross Classic, leaving fans buzzing and the championship battle wide open. Under scorching California sun, Chase Sexton (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) stole the show in the 450 Class, while Haiden Deegan (Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing) extended his lead in the 250 Class.
Chase Sexton made an emphatic statement with a memorable 1-1 performance.
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The 450 Class saw Jett Lawrence's (Team Honda HRC) perfect record come to an end after a first-moto crash. However, the day belonged to Sexton, who showcased incredible grit and determination. After starting fifth in the first moto, he fought his way through the pack, capitalizing on mistakes and eventually overtaking Hunter Lawrence (Team Honda HRC) for a stunning victory.
Hunter Lawrence earned a second straight runner-up finish (2-4).
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The second moto saw Justin Cooper (Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing) grab the holeshot, but Aaron Plessinger (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) quickly took the lead. Sexton, despite falling early, mounted an impressive comeback, passing Hunter Lawrence and Cooper before a dramatic final lap saw him overtake teammate Plessinger for a remarkable 1-1 moto sweep and the overall win.
Aaron Plessinger (7) led almost the entirety of Moto 2 en route to third overall (5-2).
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This marks Sexton's first victory since the 2022 season and ends a 49-race winless streak for KTM. He now leads the 450 Class championship by eight points over Hunter Lawrence, with Plessinger in third.
Haiden Deegan has opened the season with back-to-back wins (1-2).
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In the 250 Class, Haiden Deegan continued his impressive run, overcoming a crash in the second moto to secure the overall win with consistent 1-2 finishes. Tom Vialle (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) put in a strong performance to finish second, while Levi Kitchen (Monster Energy Kawasaki) rounded out the podium. Deegan now leads the 250 Class championship by 13 points over Kitchen, with Vialle in third.
Tom Vialle’s second moto win vaulted him to a runner-up finish (4-1).
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Levi Kitchen enjoyed a solid 3-3 effort for third overall.
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The Pro Motocross Championship continues next Saturday, June 8th, with the third round at Thunder Valley Motocross Park in Lakewood, Colorado. Get your tickets today!
