Sexton Captures 2024 Pro Motocross 450 Class Title at Ironman with Dominant Performance, KTM Sweeps Finale

In an electrifying climax to a summer brimming with fierce competition, the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship Finals, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, showcased the prowess of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton as he clinched the prestigious 450 Class title with a stunning 1-1 performance at the Tucker Freight Lines Ironman National. The Indianapolis area witnessed a banner day for KTM, further solidified by Frenchman Tom Vialle's triumph in the 250 Class, capping off a sweep for the Austrian brand.

Dominating the 450 Class: Moto 1 Highlights

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Chase Sexton dominated at Ironman to capture the 450 Class title with an emphatic 1-1 effort for his sixth straight victory. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Kicking off the action, Phil Nicoletti of Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX Yamaha grabbed the MotoSport.com Holeshot in his final Pro Motocross race. However, it was Team Honda HRC’s Hunter Lawrence and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Aaron Plessinger who quickly took command. Chase Sexton swiftly advanced to third place, closely trailed by Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac. Plessinger took an early lead, but Sexton’s relentless pursuit paid off as he surged past Lawrence, marking a crucial championship-winning move. Within the race’s initial ten minutes, the top four riders were separated by just seconds, amplifying the intense showdown.

240825 Aaron Plessinger – Second Place 450 Class – Ironman National

Aaron Plessinger finished in the runner-up spot to secure a KTM 1-2 finish. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Sexton adeptly maneuvered into first place, despite persistent pressure from Plessinger and a resurgent Lawrence. Establishing a decisive lead, Sexton clinched his 12th moto win of the season with a gap of 4.8 seconds over Plessinger, ensuring his first 450 Class title with one race still to go.

Moto 2: A Coronation Ride

240825 Eli Tomac – Third Place 450 Class – Ironman National

Eli Tomac grabbed his 72nd career podium in just his second start of the season. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

The final moto saw Justin Cooper of Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing taking the MotoSport.com Holeshot. Sexton showcased his brilliance once again, surging to the front within the opening lap. Cooper settled into third, with Lawrence, Tomac, and Plessinger in hot pursuit. Although Sexton briefly stalled his bike at one point, he quickly regained his lead and never looked back. His flawless ride culminated in another dominant win by 26.1 seconds over Plessinger.

Overall Standings and Reflections

Sexton’s unparalleled consistency culminated in a six-race winning streak, propelling him to the 450 Class title. Plessinger finished second overall, maintaining his impressive form, while Tomac secured third - a commendable comeback after his injury hiatus.

450 Class Overall Results

  1. Chase Sexton (1-1)
  2. Aaron Plessinger (2-2)
  3. Eli Tomac (4-3)

Triumph in the 250 Class: Vialle Seizes Victory

240825 Tom Vialle – First Place 250 Class – Ironman National

Tom Vialle broke through for his first win of the season to give KTM a sweep of the day’s victories. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

In the 250 Class, Tom Vialle wrapped up his season with a remarkable performance. The Frenchman rode his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing bike to his first win of the season, achieving a 1-4 result, to end the season on a high note.

250 Class: Moto 1 Action

Tom Vialle began Moto 1 strongly, securing the MotoSport.com Holeshot and leading from start to finish. Despite challenges from Team Honda HRC’s Chance Hymas and Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Jordon Smith, Vialle maintained a decisive lead. Misfortunes for competitors like Ty Masterpool further cleared Vialle’s path to a 4.4-second victory over Levi Kitchen of Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki.

240825 Chance Hymas – Second Place 250 Class – Ironman National

Chance Hymas ended a four-race podium drought with a runner-up finish. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Moto 2: Battling to the Finish

The last moto mirrored the first, with Vialle once again at the front. This time, despite fierce battles with Hymas and Haiden Deegan, Vialle showcased tactical mastery. As the race progressed, Deegan’s surge saw him clinch the win, but Vialle’s fourth-place finish was enough to secure the overall victory.

240825 RJ Hampshire – Third Place 250 Class – Ironman National

RJ Hampshire landed on the overall podium in just his second race of the season. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Reflections from the Podium

250 Class Overall Results

  1. Tom Vialle (1-4)
  2. Chance Hymas (6-2)
  3. RJ Hampshire (4-3)

As the season concludes, all eyes now turn to the SuperMotocross World Championship Finals, set to commence on September 7th at Charlotte Motor Speedway. With fresh titles on their belts, Sexton and Deegan lead the charge in what promises to be another exhilarating chapter in motocross history.

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RedBud Roars with Moto Mayhem: Sexton Captures Hometown Win, Hymas Earns First Career Victory

The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship reached its halfway point in dramatic fashion at legendary RedBud MX for Round 6. With defending champion Jett Lawrence sidelined by injury, the stage was set for a new story to unfold.

Sexton Dominates at Home

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Chase Sexton (1-1) captured a big win at his home race and took over the points lead. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Red Bull KTM's Chase Sexton stole the show, sweeping both motos for his second win of the season and the series lead. This victory held special significance as RedBud is Sexton's home track. He patiently stalked early leader Hunter Lawrence in Moto 1, capitalizing on a late-race mishap to take the lead and the win. Moto 2 followed a similar script, with Sexton overtaking early leader Anderson before cruising to a dominant victory.

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Aaron Plessinger (4-2) finished runner-up in a 1-2 sweep for KTM. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

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Hunter Lawrence (2-4) secured his sixth straight podium result in third. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Hymas Breaks Through in 250 Class

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Chance Hymas (4-1) broke through for his maiden professional victory. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

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Ty Masterpool (1-5) earned his second career podium with a runner-up finish. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Team Honda HRC's Chance Hymas finally broke through for his first career professional victory in the 250 Class. Hymas displayed impressive aggression in Moto 1, grabbing the lead early and holding off a hard-charging Ty Masterpool for the win. He mirrored this performance in Moto 2, leading until the final lap where teammate Jo Shimoda closed the gap. A penalty assessed to Hymas for a jump start violation in Moto 1 negated his overall win, but he still holds onto second place in the championship standings.

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Jo Shimoda (5-2) finished third and has back-to-back podium results. Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Championship Battles Heat Up

With Jett Lawrence out, the championship battles across both classes have become wide open. Sexton's dominant performance has him leading the 450 Class by a narrow margin over Lawrence, while Haiden Deegan maintains a slim lead over Hymas in the 250 Class.

Next Up: Spring Creek National

The Pro Motocross Championship continues next Saturday at Spring Creek MX Park in Minnesota. Don't miss the action as the championship battles heat up!

High Point Recap: Lawrence Brothers Battle, Pro Circuit Hits Milestone

The roar of engines echoed through Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania this past weekend as the Pro Motocross Championship rolled into High Point Raceway for Round 4. Picture-perfect weather greeted riders and fans alike, with an "ever-changing racetrack" providing an exciting challenge for the 450 and 250 class competitors.

450 Class: Jett Lawrence Doubles Up

Jett Lawrence – First 450 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Jett Lawrence (1-1) earned his third win in four rounds
with his second moto sweep of the season.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Jett Lawrence continued his dominance in the premier class, securing his third win in four rounds with a perfect 1-1 moto finish. His brother, Hunter Lawrence, wasn't far behind, putting together a strong showing with a 2-3 finish to maintain his series points lead. However, Jett wasn't the only one making headlines. Chase Sexton kept the pressure on the Lawrences, finishing runner-up overall with a 3-2 moto score.

Chase Sexton – Second 450 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc

Chase Sexton (3-2) finished in the runner-up spot
and chipped away at his deficit in the championship.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Hunter Lawrence – Third 450 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc

Hunter Lawrence (2-3) maintained his points lead
with a fourth straight podium effort.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

250 Class: Masterpool Makes History

Ty Masterpool – First 250 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc

Ty Masterpool’s (2-1) margin of victory for his first career win was a mere 0.3 seconds.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

The 250 class saw a storybook ending for Ty Masterpool. After years of battling through highs and lows, Masterpool finally clinched his first career overall win with a thrilling 2-1 moto performance. This wasn't just a personal victory – it marked a monumental achievement for the Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki team. Masterpool's win became the team's 300th victory in Pro Motocross history, solidifying their position as one of the most successful outfits in the sport.

Haiden Deegan Extends Points Lead

Haiden Deegan – Second 250 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc

Haiden Deegan (1-2) was impressive with a pair of come-from-behind
climbs through the field en route to a runner-up finish.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's Haiden Deegan continued to impress in the 250 class, showcasing his impressive comeback skills with a pair of come-from-behind rides to finish second overall (1-2). Despite some early setbacks, Deegan managed to extend his championship points lead to a comfortable 32 points.

Chance Hymas – Third 250 Class - High Point National - Photo Credit- MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc

Chance Hymas (4-3) now has back-to-back podiums
and sole possession of second in points.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Looking Ahead: The Sands of Southwick

The Pro Motocross Championship takes a short break before returning to action on June 29th for the legendary Southwick National. This notoriously grueling race, held on the "sands of Southwick," promises another thrilling chapter in the 2024 season. Will Jett Lawrence continue his winning streak? Can Masterpool build on his momentum? Tune in to Peacock on race day to find out!

Jett Lawrence Bounces Back to Win at Thunder Valley, Haiden Deegan Extends Lead

The Pro Motocross Championship stormed into the Rocky Mountains for a thrilling Round 3 at Thunder Valley Motocross Park. The high-altitude test saw a variety of weather conditions, but one thing remained constant: intense racing action.

450 Class

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Jett Lawrence (2-1) returned to the top step of the podium in Colorado.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Jett Lawrence (Team Honda HRC) rebounded from a crash last week to capture a dramatic win and reassert himself in the title fight. His brother, Hunter Lawrence (Team Honda HRC), nearly stole the show with a first-moto victory, but Jett edged him out in the second moto for the overall win. Justin Cooper (Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing) rode consistently to secure his first career 450 Class podium finish in third place overall.

Moto 1

Hunter Lawrence - Thunder Valley National

Hunter Lawrence (1-2) just missed out on his first 450 Class victory
but now sits atop the championship standings.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Hunter Lawrence took the early lead with Jett close behind. The brothers battled for the top spot throughout the moto, ultimately with Hunter claiming victory by eight seconds. Cooper followed in third, while Justin Barcia (Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing) and Aaron Plessinger (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) rounded out the top five.

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Justin Cooper (3-3) spent most of the afternoon out front
and earned his first career 450 Class podium result.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Moto 2

Cooper grabbed the holeshot again, but a determined Chase Sexton (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) charged through the field to take second. Sexton then challenged Cooper for the lead, but a mistake forced him back. Jett Lawrence capitalized, passing his brother Hunter for the win. The Lawrence brothers finished 1-2, with Cooper a close third.

Jett Lawrence spoke about his win: "Going into the second moto, my legs were shot, but I dug deep and just kept telling myself to stay there. I capitalized on a mistake by Hunter and kept going after JCoop. I didn't necessarily expect to be up here, but it feels awesome after last weekend."

Overall: The identical moto finishes resulted in a tie for points, but Jett's second-moto win gave him the tiebreaker over Hunter. This marks Jett's 13th career win.

250 Class

Haiden Deegan - Thunder Valley National

Haiden Deegan (1-2) captured his third straight win of the season.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Haiden Deegan (Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing) continued his dominant run, extending his points lead with a third consecutive overall victory. Chance Hymas (Team Honda HRC) enjoyed a breakout day, grabbing his first career podium finish with a runner-up effort. Tom Vialle (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) rounded out the top three.

Moto 1

Deegan battled Vialle for the lead, ultimately reclaiming the top spot after a brief slip-up by Vialle. Levi Kitchen (Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki) finished third.

Moto 2

Chance Hymas - Thunder Valley National

Chance Hymas (4-1) enjoyed a breakout afternoon with a runner-up effort.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Hymas surprised everyone with a commanding wire-to-wire victory. Deegan followed closely in second, with Jo Shimoda (Team Honda HRC) securing third.

Haiden Deegan commented on his win: "We had the overall and now we have three [wins] in a row. The hard work is paying off."

Hymas was emotional after his breakout performance: "I'm speechless right now. There was a point in time where I didn't think this was possible. I'm just grateful to be here."

Tom Vialle - Thunder Valley National

Tom Vialle (2-4) finished on the podium for the third time this season.
Photo Credit: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.

Next Up

The Pro Motocross Championship heads to legendary High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania for Round 4 on June 15th. Catch all the live streaming action on Peacock. Purchase tickets today at www.MOTO.events

Broadcasts of 2022 Scouting Moto Combine Set to Hit the Airwaves on MAVTV Motorsports Network

Premiere Episode from RedBud Airs February 28 at 7:00 p.m. ET;
Ironman and Fox Raceway Doubleheader Scheduled for March 7

MORGANTOWN, WV – February 27, 2023 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – MX Sports Pro Racing has announced that the trio of 30-minute highlight broadcasts featuring the 2022 Scouting Moto Combine, presented by U.S. Air Force Special Warfare, will air on MAVTV Motorsports Network, starting tomorrow. The premiere episode from the RedBud National over the Independence Day holiday weekend last July will air on Tuesday, February 28, at 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET on MAVTV.

The remaining broadcasts from last August’s Ironman National and last September’s Fox Raceway II National will air back-to-back during a one-hour block on Tuesday, March 7,beginning at 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET. The Combine shows will serve as centerpieces of MAVTV’s weekly “Two Wheel Tuesday” lineup that puts the spotlight on motorcycle racing.

“One of the most important elements of the Scouting Moto Combine pertains to television and the built-in exposure that accompanies the professional level of the sport,” said Jim Perry, Program Director for the Scouting Moto Combine. “The broadcasts on MAVTV serve as an extension of the broadcast component of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship and offer insight into the program and its purpose to foster the sport’s next generation. Most importantly, these shows will allow fans of our sport, and motorsports as a whole, to learn the names and faces of motocross’ bright future.”

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The Scouting Moto Combine has quickly become a proving ground
for the sport’s most coveted amateur prospects.
Photo: Align Media

Three different racers emerged triumphant at the Scouting Moto Combines in 2022, all of whom enjoyed dominant 1-1 performances en route to victory. At RedBud, Haiden Deegan prevailed to set the tone for a successful final season of amateur competition that has led to an already impressive start at the pro level with Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing. At Ironman it was Team Honda HRC’s Chance Hymas, who put the finishing touch on a stellar amateur career and now races alongside his new teammates Hunter and Jett Lawrence in the pros. The summer concluded with SLR Honda’s Noah Viney leading the way at Fox Raceway, which capped off one of the biggest ascensions by any rider in amateur motocross last season.

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Chance Hymas (Ironman)

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(Top to Bottom) Haiden Deegan (RedBud), Chance Hymas (Ironman), and
Noah Viney (Fox Raceway) emerged as Combine winners during the 2022 season.
Photos: Align Media

The Scouting Moto Combine will return for the program’s third year in 2023 and will coincide with two rounds of this summer’s AMA Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The first invitational gathering is scheduled for the season’s halfway point, with another visit to the RedBud National on Friday, June 30, followed by a third visit to the Ironman National as part of the season finale on Friday, August 25.

230227 Combine graduates Ryder DiFrancesco (523), Chance Hymas (832), and Haiden Deegan (438) will all battle for Rookie of the Year honors

Combine graduates Ryder DiFrancesco (523), Chance Hymas (832), and
Haiden Deegan (438) will all battle for Rookie of the Year honors this summer.
Photo: Michael Lindsay / Vital MX

Additional details of the 2023 MX Sports Pro Racing Scouting Moto Combine, presented by U.S. Air Force Special Warfare, will be announced in the coming weeks, including which amateur prospects will represent their respective manufacturer this summer.

For information about the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please visit ProMotocross.com and be sure to follow all of the Pro Motocross social media channels for exclusive content and additional information on the latest news:

Available for download for both Apple and Android devices is the official Pro Motocross App. Fans of American motocross can have access to the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series right at their fingertips on their mobile devices. Developed by AMA Pro Racing, the Pro Motocross App provides users with the most important information surrounding the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, from series news to schedule and ticket information, as well as broadcast schedule details and live timing & scoring. Download it now via the App Store or Google Play.

AMA Pro Motocross Championship

The AMA Pro Motocross Championship features the world’s fastest outdoor motocross racers, competing aboard homologated bikes from one of seven competing manufacturers on a collection of the roughest, toughest tracks on the planet. Racing takes place each Saturday afternoon, with competition divided into two classes: one for 250cc machines, and one for 450cc machines. MX Sports Pro Racing, the industry leader in off-road powersports event production, manages the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, while sanctioning comes from AMA Pro Racing.

More information can be found at www.ProMotocross.com.

SuperMotocross World Championship

The SuperMotocross World Championship™ is the premier off-road motorcycle racing series that combines the technical precision of stadium racing with the all-out speed and endurance of outdoor racing. Created in 2022, the SuperMotocross World Championship combines the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship into a 31-event series that culminates in a season-ending two round playoff and SuperMotocross World Championship Final.

Visit SuperMotocross.com for more information.

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Wiseco Support Expanded to Complete Honda HRC Roster for 2023

Factory Honda 450SX and 250SX Riders are Wiseco-Backed for ‘23 SX and MX

MENTOR, OH – January 10, 2023 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – After five incredible seasons building its partnership with Team Honda HRC, Wiseco Performance Productsis proud to expand its relationship to include collaboration with Honda’s 250SX program in addition to its existing 450SX relationship. This technical partnership focuses on piston development for the 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross and Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship seasons, which have joined forces to create the 2023 SuperMotocross World Championship.

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With over eight decades of performance and racing experience, Wiseco’s first-hand knowledge designing, developing, and manufacturing USA-made performance is a powerful complement to Team Honda HRC’s elite legacy in Supercross and Motocross racing. Wiseco will continue to work closely with the team on piston and engine package research and development services, now expanded to both the Honda CRF450RWE and CRF250R platforms for 2023.

“Team Honda HRC are very excited and proud to have Wiseco become a ‘complete’ team sponsor to include the 250 program as well the 450. Together we have had many successful years already on the 450, and we are ready to take that same success to the 250 class, where a high-performance, high-quality piston is extremely important.”

Coming off a pair of 2022 championships in AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross, now three-time title earner Jett Lawrence is campaigning the 250SX West Class while his brother, Hunter Lawrence will be campaigning the 250SX East Class, where each will be hunting for number one plates aboard their CRF250R machines. Additionally, proven amateur rider, Chance Hymas, will be campaigning select AMA Supercross 250SX West region rounds before competing in his first AMA Pro Motocross season.

Team Honda HRC’s 450SX class efforts are led by Chase Sexton, who has entered his third AMA Supercross season aboard the CRF450RWE and is coming off a season filled with championship-contending performances, as well as riding for the winning Team USA effort in the 2022 Motocross of Nations. Also backed by Wiseco, alongside Sexton, will be 2021 250SX East Region Champion Colt Nichols, making his debut in the premier class aboard his number 45 Honda.

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“Wiseco is thrilled to be evolving our relationship with Team Honda HRC entering the 2023 season,” explained Wiseco’s Director of Marketing, Scott Highland. “It’s an honor to combine resources for piston development with one of the most recognizable teams in the global powersports industry. Last season showed great success in mutual development with the CRF450R platform, and we are looking forward to building upon that with the CRF250R platform as well.”

The gate drops at the second round of the 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series in Oakland on January 14. Find the complete 2023 Supercross schedule here, and check out Team Honda HRC’s official announcement here.

About Wiseco Performance Products

Born over 80 years ago from the passion for racing, Wiseco is a world leader in manufacturing high-performance, forged pistons for the motorcycle, automotive, ATV, snowmobile, personal watercraft, and outboard marine markets. The Wiseco crew shares the same level of dedication to motorsports as their customers and are focused on continually refining the quality and practices it takes to exceed expectations. Engineered, forged, and machined on cutting-edge equipment in the U.S. at Wiseco’s Mentor, Ohio manufacturing facility, Wiseco pistons are the undisputed leader in quality and performance. Wiseco Performance Products, built for racers, by racers.

About American Honda

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and Side-by-Sides in the United States. American Honda’s Powersports Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through independent authorized Honda retail dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to powersports.honda.com.

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Team Honda HRC Presents Lineup Ahead of 2023 Season

Team Honda HRC Lineup Ahead of the 2023 Season, including riders, management, and technicians to the media during a special event.

MURRIETA, CA – December 10, 2022 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) –

  • Riders expected to fight for titles in both classes
  • Team to campaign 2023 CRF450RWE, CRF250R

With the racing season fast approaching, Team Honda HRC presented its 2023 roster, including riders, management and technicians, to the media during a special event held today at Southern California’s Blackmore Ranch. This will mark the 50th anniversary in motocross for American Honda, which approaches the ’23 AMA Supercross season with a powerful rider lineup comprising Chase Sexton, Colt Nichols, and Hunter and Jett Lawrence, along with Chance Hymas.

The squad’s 450 effort will be led by Chase Sexton, who embarks on his third AMA Supercross season aboard the factory CRF450RWE. A two-time AMA Supercross 250SX East Region Champion, the Illinois native took a big step forward this past season, regularly posting podium results indoors, finishing a close second in the AMA Pro Motocross final standings, and riding for the winning Team USA effort in his Motocross of Nations debut. As previously announced, Sexton is joined for the 2023 indoor series by 2021 AMA Supercross 250SX East Region Champion Colt Nichols, who moves to Honda and the premier class after a successful career aboard quarter-liter machinery.

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For the third year in a row, Team Honda HRC’s 250 effort is headed up by Australian brothers Hunter and Jett Lawrence, both campaigning the CRF250R. This past season saw Jett not only successfully defend his AMA Pro Motocross 250 title, but also earn the AMA Supercross 250SX East Region crown, while Hunter was second in the West Region and third outdoors. For 2023, the brothers are swapping supercross regions, with Jett riding West and Hunter racing East. Meanwhile, Chance Hymas advances from the amateur ranks to join Hunter in selected East Region appearances.

In addition to his 250 efforts, Jett intends to switch to the CRF450RWE fulltime for AMA Pro Motocross. At that point, Hymas will fill his 250 spot fulltime alongside Hunter Lawrence.

Following a successful debut year as Team Manager, Lars Lindstrom continues at the helm for 2023, once again joined by 450 and 250 Crew Chiefs Shane Drew and Grant Hutcheson, respectively. Brandon Zimmerman is Sexton’s mechanic, while Nichols’ technician is Jordan Troxell. Christien Ducharme and Cameron Camera continue as mechanics for Jett and Hunter Lawrence, and Thomas Harris is spinning wrenches for Hymas.

“The 2023 season will mark 50 years of motocross for American Honda, and we’re excited to get started,” said Brandon Wilson, Manager of Sports & Experiential at American Honda. “We experienced some good success in 2022, including indoor and outdoor championships in the 250 class, but we’re hungry for more. We’ve got a great lineup of riders aboard competitive machinery, and talented crew and management behind them. Honda has compiled an impressive motocross and supercross heritage over the past half-century, but we’re focused on adding to it as we head into the next 50 years.”

The 2023 season features a new format, with the 17-round AMA Supercross series commencing January 7 in Anaheim, California; the 11-round AMA Pro Motocross series kicking off May 27 in Pala, California; and the new three-round SuperMotocross World Championship starting September 9 in a yet-to-be-announced location.

About American Honda

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides in the United States. American Honda’s Power Sports & Products division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through independent authorized Honda retail dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to 
powersports.honda.com.

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