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Lawrence and Deegan Shine in SMX Playoff 2

The SuperMotocross World Championship Finals Playoff 2 at Texas Motor Speedway delivered intense action and dramatic shifts in the championship standings. Team Honda HRC Progressive’s Hunter Lawrence emerged victorious in the 450SMX Class, while Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan continued his dominance in the 250SMX Class.

450SMX Class: A New Leader Emerges

Hunter Lawrence, a rookie in the 450SMX Class, showcased his skills with (1-3) moto scores, earning his first overall win in 450 Class pro racing. The victory propelled Lawrence into the series points lead, setting the stage for an exciting finale in Las Vegas.

Key takeaways from the 450SMX Class:

Hunter Lawrence moved into the series points lead with one round remaining.

Chase Sexton, the AMA Pro Motocross Champion, finished second overall with (4-1) moto scores.

Jett Lawrence, the 2024 Supercross champion, rounded out the podium with (3-2) moto finishes.

    The challenging track conditions at Texas Motor Speedway led to some of the best on-track battles of the postseason, with riders struggling to find the right setup for the hybrid SuperMotocross tracks.

    250SMX Class: Deegan’s Dominance Continues

    Haiden Deegan backed up his win at SuperMotocross Playoff 1 with another dominant performance, securing (1-1) moto scores. This victory extends his points lead heading into the final postseason race.

    Notable performances in the 250SMX Class:

    Tom Vialle (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) finished second overall with (3-2) moto scores.

    Jo Shimoda (Team Honda HRC Progressive) secured third place with (2-3) finishes.

      Deegan attributed his success to hard work, good family support, and perfect starts in both motos.

      Supermini World All-Stars: The Next Generation Shines

      Between the main events, young racers aged 12 to 15 competed in the Supermini World All-Stars race:

      1. Brody Moss (GASGAS) took the win.

      2. Wyatt Duff (KTM) finished second.

      3. Carson Wood (Kawasaki), last year’s champion, recovered from a last-place start to secure third.

        Looking Ahead to the Grand Finale

        The SuperMotocross World Championship will conclude on Saturday, September 21st, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. With a $5.5 million total prize payout on the line, including a one million dollar payday for the 450SMX champion, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

        In the 450SMX Class, Hunter Lawrence, Chase Sexton, and Jett Lawrence are locked in a tight battle for the championship. The 250SMX Class sees Haiden Deegan in a strong position, but with $500,000 on the line and triple points up for grabs, the finale promises to be an unforgettable spectacle in the world of motorcycle racing.

        Photo by Feld Motor Sports, Inc.

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