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1. Jett Lawrence 2. Hunter Lawrence 3. Eli Tomac

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Hand injury rules Sexton out of final SMX moto

The KTM rider's bid for the championship ended on lap one of the first moto.

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Red Bull KTM’s Chase Sexton is out for the rest of the SuperMotocross World Championship final due to a hand injury sustained from being landed on in the first moto of the night.

The incident happened when Sexton attempted to roll to the inside of the rhythm section on the opening lap of the first moto, only to be landed on by Troy Lee Designs Red Bull GasGas’ Justin Barcia. Sexton came to a stop and held his hand for several moments before continuing on and pulling off the track at the tail end of the first lap.

With Sexton now out of the final moto of the night, his bid for the SMX Championship is now over and it also raises concerns over his health heading into the Motocross of Nations in two weeks.

Further updates will be made available on the condition of his hand once made available from the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team.

Jett Again at SMX

Back-to-back 450SMX Titles for Jett Lawrence

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The Honda rider sweeps the finale to repeat as champion.

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With an emphatic 1-1 sweep at the Las Vegas finale, Jett Lawrence repeated as 450SMX World Champion. Lawrence would tie on points with his brother Hunter, but Jett claimed the title due to the better result at the final round.

Lawrence had to catch and pass Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac in the first moto to take the win, and it put the pressure on his brother to perform in moto two. Hunter Lawrence needed to win with Jett getting third or worse to win the overall and secure the title. Hunter would follow Jett the whole moto but ended up P2 in the moto, the overall, and the championship.

The night was somewhat marred by Red Bull KTM’s Chase Sexton pulling out for the night after being landed on in the first moto. No information is available on the extent of Sexton’s injury at this time and further news will be posted at a later date.

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac rounded out the podium on the night going 2-3 just behind Hunter. Tomac was just a tick off in both motos from having the speed to win, but ultimately landed on the podium at all three rounds of SMX in his first ever go at the series.

Fourth place on the night was Red Bull KTM’s Aaron Plessinger who went 4-4 and looked back to himself after some crashes at the beginning of SMX. Rounding out the top five was Star Racing’s Cooper Webb who went 6-5.

Behind them, it was Star Racing Yamaha’s Justin Cooper in sixth, Progressive Ecstar Suzuki’s Ken Roczen in seventh, Troy Lee Designs Red Bull GasGas’ Justin Barcia in eighth, Harri Kullas in ninth, and Maddparts.com Kawasaki’s Shane McElrath in 10^th.

Jett Lawrence walks away with $1,000,000 at the end of the night while Hunter Lawrence added $500,000 to his bank account. Ultimately, it was an all-Lawrence brothers night in Las Vegas

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Hunter vs Jett for SMX Title

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2025 Team Triumph Grows

As we approach the 2025 Supercross season, one of the biggest stories is Austin Forkner move to Triumph. After receiving an offer from Pro Circuit’s Mitch Payton, Forkner ultimately chose Triumph, signing a two- to three-year deal. This move signals a major step for both Forkner and the growing Triumph team.

Forkner, who has spent his entire professional career with Pro Circuit, is seeking a fresh start. Despite his immense talent, injuries have kept him from completing a full season. Triumph’s long-term offer reflects their belief in Forkner’s potential to lead them to Supercross success. The goal? A Supercross championship in the 250 class before transitioning to the 450 class as their flagship rider.

However, Forkner’s history of injuries poses a risk. His recent head injuries, including brain surgery, have raised concerns, but Triumph is willing to take that gamble, hoping he can stay healthy and deliver wins.

Forkner isn’t the only talent Triumph is banking on. Jordon Smith and Stilez Robertson will also ride for the team. Smith, known for his raw speed and potential to win races, is expected to grab podium finishes in 2025. Though consistency has been an issue for Smith, on his best days, he’s a top contender.

Stilez Robertson, who has battled injuries in recent years, took time off in 2024 to heal. Now healthy, Robertson is set to surprise fans. If he can stay fit, Robertson could be a solid top-five threat, adding depth to Triumph’s roster.

With Forkner, Smith, and Robertson, Triumph is setting itself up for a strong presence in 2025. Their team’s leadership, known for rider development and strong support, makes them one to watch. If Forkner stays healthy, this could be a breakthrough year not only for him but for Triumph as a serious contender in the Supercross world.

Expect big things from Triumph as they charge into the 2025 season, aiming for wins and podium finishes across the board.

McAdoo officially extends at Pro Circuit Kawasaki into 2025

Staying on for sixth year together entering the next season.

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Cameron McAdoo will continue at Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki for 2025 after landing a contract extension, the pair entering their sixth season together.

McAdoo has been in Monster Energy Supercross 250SX East title contention this year until sustaining a broken shoulder in Nashville.

Prior to that, the 26-year-old had taken five podiums, including a victory at Indianapolis. He missed the Pro Motocross season altogether, but has been back on track in the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) post-season, finishing P8 in both Charlotte and Fort Worth.

“It’s a dream come true for me to be part of this team even for one year, but to think that this will be my sixth year on the team is pretty crazy,” McAdoo commented.

“If you’d told me that when I was a kid, I would have never imagined. I’m really excited to continue working together with the team and it’s felt like home to me ever since I started, so I’m really looking forward to next year.”

Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki confirmed last week that Ty Masterpool had re-signed for a full season in 2025, with he and McAdoo to be teamed alongside Levi Kitchen – who is currently on a two-year deal – as well as Garrett Marchbanks, and Seth Hammaker is expected to continue.

Team USA drafts Webb in as Hymas MXoN replacement

Team Honda HRC rider forced to withdraw from MX2 position.

Scheduled knee surgery for Chance Hymas has resulted in him withdrawing from the 2024 Motocross of Nations (MXoN), with Cooper Webb drafted in onboard a YZ250F as Team USA’s MX2 entry.

Hymas aggravated an existing knee injury during Charlotte’s opening round of the SuperMotocross postseason and will have his ACL injury operated on later this month.

“I’m absolutely gutted,” Hymas said. “I have waited for the opportunity to represent my country at MXoN since I was a kid. I was proud and excited to wear the red, white and blue. I was doing everything in my power to be ready for MXoN, but I’ve been battling issues with my knee this entire season.

“The team and myself decided the stakes are too high to take chances at the MXoN, and I need to get my knee fixed for the future. My sole focus now is getting back to top form and being prepared to compete for championships in 2025. I want to say thank you to Cooper for stepping up and taking my place. I’ll be rooting for him and Team USA from back home. Thank you!”

Webb will join Chase Sexton (MXGP) and Aaron Plessinger (Open) at Matterley Basin in the UK on October 4-6. He last contested MXoN in 2016 at Maggiora, Italy, as Team USA’s MXGP entry, finishing fifth in class as the American team earned the bronze medal overall. That same season was his final year in the 250 class, winning the 250MX and 250SX West titles with Star Racing.

“I’m so excited to be headed to MXoN,” Webb commented. “It’s a fire drill situation and decision, but I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity. I was asked to ride a 250, so I spun some laps on Haiden [Deegan]’s bike and remembered how good the YZ250F is.

“I haven’t raced one since 2016, but I felt right at home with the few laps that I did. I will be all in on 250 prep after Vegas SMX and I’m excited for the opportunity to represent my country. Let’s do this!”