SMX Rider Comments – Spring Creek

Hear what the top three from the 450cc and 250cc overalls at Spring Creek had to say below for the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

Chase Sexton, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (1-1)
“These last two races I’ve been wanting to capitalize on. I’ve been sluggish in the middle of the season [previously] so I’ve been focusing on turning that around. I got a decent start [in Moto 2] and the track was in better shape, and that allowed me to get a really good flow. It’s been fun and I want to keep this going.”
 
Hunter Lawrence, Team Honda HRC (2-2)
“I was [tired] and Chase [Sexton] has been riding unreal all day today. I tried to make it tough on him, but he was like a freight train. It’s been a tough day today and we’re working through it. It’s my job to give 100% and that’s what I did today.”
 
Justin Cooper, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing (5-3)
“We put on a paddle tire for Moto 2 and that made the difference [on the start]. I sprinted as hard as I could through halfway, but those guys got me. I settled down a bit and made another run at the end and was able to get close to Hunter [Lawrence]. We’ll take the podium and move forward.”

Levi Kitchen, Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki (1-1)
“It’s been a bit of a struggle [to start the season] and people quickly forget when you’re not up there [battling for wins]. I’ve been working really hard and trying to get back to where I belong. The last moto was fun because you could really ride around on the track and just had to be patient. It feels great to get this done.”
 
Haiden Deegan, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing (3-4)
“Chance [Hymas] came down and tried to get the edge off the start, next thing I know I flipped over and had to kick my exhaust back into place. This was the time to show I got that dog in me. I sent that all the way to the end. P2 and I’m pretty stoked about that.”
 
Casey Cochran, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing (9-2)
“I can’t explain the feelings right now. I got a great holeshot [in Moto 2] and got a good lead. I’m just shocked. I crossed the finish in second and I’m stoked that I got third overall. It’s just an unreal feeling.”

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