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NBC Sports
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
RedBud Motocross betting, predictions, lines: Chase Sexton return makes Eli Tomac's odds compelling
The return of Chase Sexton to the lineup for the RedBud Nationals had a ripple effect through the opening odds for Round 6 of the Pro Motocross season in Buchanan, Michigan. Last week at The Wick 338 in Southwick, Massachusetts, Jett Lawrence made two statement rides, easily outperforming the field in both motos. The most likely outcome of that domination would have been that Jett's odds at RedBud would have lengthened, but with Sexton's return and the increased competition, he became slightly more attractive, moving from -380 to minus -307. Wagering $300 for the chance to win $100 is still a risky proposition, but betting odds often provide a unique perspective on the relative strength of the field. Sexton's return also impacted Eli Tomac's odds, making him an attractive bet both in reference to the outright win and to score a podium. Tomac has averaged an opening line of about 5/2 during the past four Nationals, but the traders at Alt Sports Data, the official linemaker for the SuperMotocross Championship, are showing very little faith in the veteran. His outright win odds moved substantially from +242 last week to +833 for RedBud. Tomac also sports positive odds for a podium at +127. While the increased line has as much to do with the traders' opinion that Jett is virtually unbeatable, Tomac fell from being the third-most attractive rider in their eyes to his being fourth. Alt Sports is not quite willing to place Sexton in the second slot this week. That honor goes to Hunter Lawrence (+451), who finished second in both Southwick motos. His steady performance during the past several weeks has awakened the traders to his potential as Hunter had nearly 400 points shaved from his line compared to Southwick's +841. The surprise of the week may well be Sexton landing third on the chart. His odds of +590 provide a lot of upside if Jett makes a mistake and Sexton is truly prepared for his return. After Jett's departure from the lineup last year before the RedBud Nationals, Sexton swept the season and won the Motocross championship. His prospectus against a healthy Jett is not as promising, however, and he finished behind him in every race they have contested with the sole exception of Jett's crash last year at Hangtown. Aaron Plessinger (+1888) is fifth on the chart this week despite failing to score an overall top-five at Southwick. That sandy track did not suit his riding style and he struggled, but that will increase his desire to rebound during the weekend when his teammate, Sexton, returns to the lineup. Few expect Plessinger to win, but with a line of +213 to podium, a modest wager could be made. Another podium bet worth considering is for Jorge Prado (+13414 for outright win) who had a raw opening line of +1786 to stand somewhere on the box. Prado earned his first overall top-five last week at The Wick but he contended for podiums in both races. Justin Cooper (+2733) narrowly kept his top-five streak alive last week. He is the only other rider under 100/1 for the outright win. Bettors who favor a deep strategy might wish to place a modest wager on him. Opening Odds, Outright Overall Win Jett Lawrence, -307 Hunter Lawrence, +451 Chase Sexton, +590 Eli Tomac, +833 Aaron Plessinger, +1888 Justin Cooper, +2733 Cooper Webb, +12246 Jason Anderson, +12246 RJ Hampshire, +12246 Justin Barcia, +13414 Malcolm Stewart, +13414 Jorge Prado, +13414 Joey Savatgy, +13414 Lorenzo Locurcio, +14393 Harri Kullas, +14393 Valentin Guillod, +14393 Benoit Paturel, +14393 Mitchell Harrison, +15285 Derek Drake, +15525 Grant Harlan, +15525 Romain Pape, +15525 Colt Nichols, +15525 Derek Kelley, +15525 Coty Schock, +15525 Opening Odds, Overall Podium Jett Lawrence, -2400 Hunter Lawrence, -163 Chase Sexton, -108 Eli Tomac, +127 Aaron Plessinger, +213 Justin Cooper, +300 RJ Hampshire, +487 Cooper Webb, +569 Jason Anderson, +698 Justin Barcia, +1190 Jorge Prado, +1786 Joey Savatgy, +3446 Malcolm Stewart, +4240 Benoit Paturel, +4240 Harri Kullas, +4240 Coty Schock, +4240 Valentin Guillod, +4240 Grant Harlan, +4240 Colt Nichols, +4240 Lorenzo Locurcio, +4240 Mitchell Harrison, +4240 Romain Pape, +4240 Derek Kelley, +4240 Derek Drake, +4240 More SuperMotocross News Chase Sexton set to return at RedBud Southwick 450 results | 250 results Motocross community mourns the death of Aidan Zingg Jett Lawrence sweeps Southwick for fifth win of 2025 Haiden Deegan earns truly perfect round at Southwick Jett Lawrence runs away from field in Southwick Moto 1 Haiden Deegan wins Southwick Moto 1 by 25 seconds Justin Barcia to return from knee injury in Southwick Drew Adams sidelined with broken finger Jo Shimoda highlights Japanese MXoN team
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chase Sexton set to return to Pro Motocross at RedBud
Chase Sexton will return to racing this weekend in the RedBud Nationals in Buchanan, Michigan, according to reports from RacerXOnline. Sexton has been sidelined since injuring his shoulder in the season-opener at Fox Raceway in Pala, California. Sexton crashed in the first moto and failed to line up for the second race. He failed to earn any points in that round. Advertisement While Sexton was listed as 'banged up' in reports from the team, he indicated he would not return until he was 100 percent. The reigning Pro Motocross champion won last year's RedBud Nationals after Jett Lawrence was forced out of competition due to a practice crash earlier in the week. Sexton would sweep the final six rounds, making him and Jett the only two winners in the outdoor season in the past two years. Sexton also stood on the podium in 2022 and 2023 at RedBud. In the first five rounds of the 2025 season, Jett has won every overall and three riders, including Eli Tomac and Hunter Lawrence, have dominated the podium. Sexton's entry makes for fourth solid contender to stand on the box with opening odds from Alt Sports, the official handicapper of SuperMotocross, listed as third-best +590. By comparison, Tomac opened at +833. More SuperMotocross News Southwick 450 Results | 250 Results Motocross community mourns the death of Aidan Zingg Advertisement Jett Lawrence sweeps Southwick for fifth win of 2025 Haiden Deegan earns truly perfect round at Southwick Jett Lawrence runs away from field in Southwick Moto 1 Haiden Deegan wins Southwick Moto 1 by 25 seconds Southwick 450 Qualification | 250 Qualification Justin Barcia to return from knee injury in Southwick Drew Adams sidelined with broken finger Jo Shimoda highlights Japanese MXoN team Southwick Preview | Betting odds
NBC Sports
02-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Chase Sexton set to return to Pro Motocross at RedBud
Chase Sexton will return to racing this weekend in the RedBud Nationals in Buchanan, Michigan, according to reports from RacerXOnline. Sexton has been sidelined since injuring his shoulder in the season-opener at Fox Raceway in Pala, California. Sexton crashed in the first moto and failed to line up for the second race. He failed to earn any points in that round. While Sexton was listed as 'banged up' in reports from the team, he indicated he would not return until he was 100 percent. The reigning Pro Motocross champion won last year's RedBud Nationals after Jett Lawrence was forced out of competition due to a practice crash earlier in the week. Sexton would sweep the final six rounds, making him and Jett the only two winners in the outdoor season in the past two years. Sexton also stood on the podium in 2022 and 2023 at RedBud. In the first five rounds of the 2025 season, Jett has won every overall and three riders, including Eli Tomac and Hunter Lawrence, have dominated the podium. Sexton's entry makes for fourth solid contender to stand on the box with opening odds from Alt Sports, the official handicapper of SuperMotocross, listed as third-best +590. By comparison, Tomac opened at +833. More SuperMotocross News Southwick 450 Results | 250 Results Motocross community mourns the death of Aidan Zingg Jett Lawrence sweeps Southwick for fifth win of 2025 Haiden Deegan earns truly perfect round at Southwick Jett Lawrence runs away from field in Southwick Moto 1 Haiden Deegan wins Southwick Moto 1 by 25 seconds Southwick 450 Qualification | 250 Qualification Justin Barcia to return from knee injury in Southwick Drew Adams sidelined with broken finger Jo Shimoda highlights Japanese MXoN team Southwick Preview | Betting odds
