TEAM AUSTRALIA DEFENDS MXON TITLE

Team Australia has cemented their place in motocross history by defending their title and winning their second consecutive Motocross of Nations (MXoN) at the iconic Ironman Raceway in the United States. The defending champions, and pre-race favourites, dominated with all three race wins collected by Jett and Hunter Lawrence as the brothers carved up the world’s best between them. The duo also went on to win the MXGP and Open classes respectively, while MX2 rider Kyle Webster recovered from two early-race incidents to finish fifth overall in class.  

The Honda-backed trio’s win makes them the first team to achieve back-to-back victories since France a decade ago, and their final winning margin was emphatic. Australia defeated the host nation America by 14pts (19 to 33), with France (33pts) third on a countback from Belgium (43pts) and Slovenia (57pts).

Jett Lawrence:
“The first moto was tough, I was on the ground way too much, more than I have been all year, but we cleaned it up in the last one. It feels amazing. I’m so thankful for everyone behind us, for the incredible support from Australia and the fans here in America. My boys, Kyle [Webster] and Jett [Lawrence] were unreal all weekend. I’m beyond stoked, so proud, and just grateful to share this moment with everyone.”

Hunter Lawrence:
“I’m at a loss for words right now. Come check with me later and I will have a lot to say. I am so proud of the team. Kyle rode his heart out, but got put on the ground in both first turns and charged back. Jett had an unreal first moto. Australia: we did it baby, back-to-back.”

Jett set the tone for the day with a commanding MXGP win in the opening moto, taking the lead early and controlling the race from the front. Not to be outdone, Hunter was in a class of his own, storming to victory in the Open class moto and MXoN-ending MXGP/Open motos.

The final moto became a Lawrence brothers showcase. Hunter seized the lead early and checked out, while Jett recovered from an early crash to slice his way back through the field to a podium position, securing the points needed to clinch the overall victory.

Hunter’s 1-1 and Jett’s 1-3 sensational scorecards helped shape Australia’s total, while completing the golden triangle was the reigning Aus ProMX champion Webster (13-15) whose contribution was defined by grit and resilience. After being taken down in the first turn of both his motos, Webster charged through the pack and scored crucial points to keep Australia in the hunt.

Peter Doyle, CEO of Motorcycling Australia:
“This is a landmark moment for Australian motorcycling. To see our teams simultaneously win the two premier team world championships in motocross and speedway in the same weekend is simply phenomenal. The back-to-back Motocross of Nations victory, achieved against the toughest competition on American soil, speaks volumes about the talent, dedication, and world-class professionalism of Jett, Hunter and Kyle. Coupled with our speedway successes in Poland, we are sending a clear message to the world: Australia is the nation to beat in motorcycle racing. This is a golden age for our sport, and these achievements will inspire a new generation of Australian champions.”

The MXoN victory completed a remarkable weekend for motorcycle racing talent from Down Under, with Australia finishing first and third respectively in the Speedway of Nations and Speedway of Nations2 crowns in Poland.

Nations Classification – Top 10:

1.     Australia – 19 pts
2.     USA – 33 pts
3.     France – 33 pts
4.     Belgium – 43 pts
5.     Slovenia – 57 pts
6.     Italy – 58 pts
7.     Sweden – 84 pts
8.     Switzerland – 86 pts
9.     Latvia – 88 pts
10.  Spain – 89 pts