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11-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lawrence and Deegan on the cusp of motocross' next big rivalry
Jett Lawrence and Haiden Deegan have not faced each other on the track, aren't even in the same class, yet they hold the keys to the future of motocross. Lawrence, the former breakdancer-turned-racer, has overpowered the 450cc class since moving up two years ago. Deegan, son of a freestyle motocross icon, has been tearing it up in the 250cc class this year. Advertisement Their dominance puts them on a collision course for the type of rivalry not seen in the sport since a young James Stewart started chasing down Ricky Carmichael in the mid-2000s. 'They have not lined up against each other even once and yet fans are champing at the bit in anticipation of that, which could come next year,' MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs said. The rivalry has yet to blossom, at least on the track, but Lawrence has already taken on a similar path to Carmichael, widely considered the greatest motocross racer of all-time, and Deegan filling the role of the gifted up-and-comer like Stewart. Lawrence is part of a brother tandem that's risen to the top of the motocross world all the way from their native Australia, joining Hunter in becoming the first siblings to go 1-2 at any motocross championship in last year's SuperMotocross run. Advertisement Jett won three 250cc championships before bumping up to 450s and immediately started dominating that class. The 21-year-old joined Carmichael (2002 and 2004), and Stewart (2008) as the only riders to win every race of a motocross season, finishing 22 for 22 after capping his rookie season with the 2023 SuperMotocross championship. He also completed what's now being called the Jett Sweep by becoming the first rookie to sweep the motocross and supercross titles. Lawrence had his 2024 motocross season limited by a thumb injury, yet came back to win a second straight SuperMotocross title. A torn ACL suffered in February cost him 13 Supercross races, but he was back on the bike within four months and picked up where he left off, taking a 51-point lead over his brother heading into this weekend's race in Millville, Minnesota. 'He has a Jordan-esque quality in that he's so talented, we run out of ways to describe him,' Coombs said. Advertisement Deegan's father, Brian, was one of the most decorated athletes in X Games history, an innovator who became a name brand by founding the Metal Mulisha clothing line. Haiden Deegan was naturally drawn to motocross, opting for the racing route over the freestyle path his father blazed. The 19-year-old has already won two 250cc titles and is on his way to a third, leading by 38 points heading into this weekend's FXR Spring Creek National. 'I feel like this year in this offseason, I made like huge gains on my speed, where now I can run a crazy speed comfortable,' Deegan told reporters last month. 'So now, I literally just kind of take my time. I'd rather be smarter, then that speed's more natural to me now.' Lawrence and Deegan are in position to follow the tire tracks of Carmichael and Stewart, yet with differing styles. Advertisement Lawrence is dominating like Carmichael did, but doing it with the flair and air of Stewart. Deegan is the up-and-comer like Stewart was, yet his riding style is similar to the overpowering Carmichael. The Carmichael-Stewart rivalry turned out to be short lived; Carmichael retired two years after Stewart made his 450 debut. The Lawrence-Deegan rivalry is just now budding, putting them in position to push the rising popularity of motocross racing into a new stratosphere. ___ AP sports: John Marshall, The Associated Press
Associated Press
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Lawrence and Deegan on the cusp of motocross' next big rivalry
Jett Lawrence and Haiden Deegan have not faced each other on the track, aren't even in the same class, yet they hold the keys to the future of motocross. Lawrence, the former breakdancer-turned-racer, has overpowered the 450cc class since moving up two years ago. Deegan, son of a freestyle motocross icon, has been tearing it up in the 250cc class this year. Their dominance puts them on a collision course for the type of rivalry not seen in the sport since a young James Stewart started chasing down Ricky Carmichael in the mid-2000s. 'They have not lined up against each other even once and yet fans are champing at the bit in anticipation of that, which could come next year,' MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs said. The rivalry has yet to blossom, at least on the track, but Lawrence has already taken on a similar path to Carmichael, widely considered the greatest motocross racer of all-time, and Deegan filling the role of the gifted up-and-comer like Stewart. Lawrence is part of a brother tandem that's risen to the top of the motocross world all the way from their native Australia, joining Hunter in becoming the first siblings to go 1-2 at any motocross championship in last year's SuperMotocross run. Jett won three 250cc championships before bumping up to 450s and immediately started dominating that class. The 21-year-old joined Carmichael (2002 and 2004), and Stewart (2008) as the only riders to win every race of a motocross season, finishing 22 for 22 after capping his rookie season with the 2023 SuperMotocross championship. He also completed what's now being called the Jett Sweep by becoming the first rookie to sweep the motocross and supercross titles. Lawrence had his 2024 motocross season limited by a thumb injury, yet came back to win a second straight SuperMotocross title. A torn ACL suffered in February cost him 13 Supercross races, but he was back on the bike within four months and picked up where he left off, taking a 51-point lead over his brother heading into this weekend's race in Millville, Minnesota. 'He has a Jordan-esque quality in that he's so talented, we run out of ways to describe him,' Coombs said. Deegan's father, Brian, was one of the most decorated athletes in X Games history, an innovator who became a name brand by founding the Metal Mulisha clothing line. Haiden Deegan was naturally drawn to motocross, opting for the racing route over the freestyle path his father blazed. The 19-year-old has already won two 250cc titles and is on his way to a third, leading by 38 points heading into this weekend's FXR Spring Creek National. 'I feel like this year in this offseason, I made like huge gains on my speed, where now I can run a crazy speed comfortable,' Deegan told reporters last month. 'So now, I literally just kind of take my time. I'd rather be smarter, then that speed's more natural to me now.' Lawrence and Deegan are in position to follow the tire tracks of Carmichael and Stewart, yet with differing styles. Lawrence is dominating like Carmichael did, but doing it with the flair and air of Stewart. Deegan is the up-and-comer like Stewart was, yet his riding style is similar to the overpowering Carmichael. The Carmichael-Stewart rivalry turned out to be short lived; Carmichael retired two years after Stewart made his 450 debut. The Lawrence-Deegan rivalry is just now budding, putting them in position to push the rising popularity of motocross racing into a new stratosphere. ___ AP sports:
USA Today
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
Rising Motocross star Aidan Zingg dies following mid-race accident
Motocross prodigy Aidan Zingg has died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident during the Mammoth Mountain MX event in California on Saturday, June 28. According to industry website Zingg, 16, "went down in a corner" during an 250 B class race and was run over by multiple bikes while he remained unconscious on the track. Other motocross outlets, including MX Sports and also confirmed Zingg's death. Motocross journalist Donn Maeda was among those to pay tribute to Zingg online, calling him "one of those kids that made an impression on you from the moment you met him." Zingg had recently joined Kawasaki's Team Green, a national support program for the brand's drivers, and had sponsorships with Oakley, Bell and more. A native of Hemet, California, Zingg had just qualified for his seventh consecutive AMA Amateur Motocross National Championship, to held next month at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Prayers Pouring In After Motocross Star Dies At 16
Prayers Pouring In After Motocross Star Dies At 16 originally appeared on The Spun. Prayers are pouring in after a motocross star died in an accident at 16 years old this weekend. Aidan Zingg, a 16-year-old racer from California, died in a race on Saturday, June 28. MX Sports confirmed the tragic news over the weekend. The amateur motocross community suffered a devastating loss this past weekend on Saturday, June 28, and the entire MX Sports racing family is extremely saddened by the loss of Aidan Zingg, age 16, from Hemet, California. Recently, Aidan had qualified for his seventh-straight year to compete in the most prestigious amateur motocross event in the world, the AMA Amateur Motocross National Championship, held at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Aidan first competed at The Ranch in 2019, and every year since then. In 2024 Aidan earned his first-ever AMA National Championship in the Supermini 2 (13-16) class and earned second in the Supermini 1 (12-15) class. Aidan, who has been known for his determination and outstanding talent, had just signed with Team Green Kawasaki for the 2025 racing season and was set to make a major impact as he made the move to the 'B' classes and Schoolboy 2 class at Loretta's. Tributes for Zingg are pouring in on social media over the weekend. "This sport can be so cruel sometimes… My heart is broken for the Zingg family upon hearing such awful news. I've known Aidan since he was on 50s. He was a young man with a lot of talent and dedication. My prayers go out to your family. Too young, too soon. 2009-2025 🕊️," one fan wrote. "Our deepest condolences go out to the Zingg family following the tragic loss of Aidan Zingg, a talented young Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Green amateur prospect. Godspeed, Aidan Zingg | 2009–2025 🙏," one fan added. "Honestly at a loss for words hearing about Aidan Zingg passing today. It took me out of it here at Southwick as soon as I heard and I still just can't believe it. My heart hurts for his family and friends. The moto community lost a genuinely good kid. May he rest in peace 🙏," one fan added. Our thoughts are with his friends and family members during this difficult time. Prayers Pouring In After Motocross Star Dies At 16 first appeared on The Spun on Jun 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Motocross Star Dead In 'Horrific' Accident At 16
Motocross Star Dead In 'Horrific' Accident At 16 originally appeared on The Spun. The motocross community is mourning the loss of a rising star on Sunday. Team Green Kawasaki and AMA Amateur Motocross are mourning the loss of 16-year-old racer Aidan Zingg. The 16-year-old motocross star has died after crashing in the Mammoth Motocross in Mammoth Lakes, California. Advertisement The 16-year-old motocross star reportedly crashed during the race and was struck by multiple bikes. News of his death was first reported by MX Sports. The amateur motocross community suffered a devastating loss this past weekend on Saturday, June 28, and the entire MX Sports racing family is extremely saddened by the loss of Aidan Zingg, age 16, from Hemet, California. Recently, Aidan had qualified for his seventh-straight year to compete in the most prestigious amateur motocross event in the world, the AMA Amateur Motocross National Championship, held at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Aidan first competed at The Ranch in 2019, and every year since then. In 2024 Aidan earned his first-ever AMA National Championship in the Supermini 2 (13-16) class and earned second in the Supermini 1 (12-15) class. Kawasaki Racing confirmed the tragic news. "It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Kawasaki Team Green rider Aidan Zingg Zingg lost his life following injuries sustained during a crash at Mammoth Motocross in Mammoth Lakes, California. Zingg's dedication and kind demeanor will forever be remembered," they announced. Our thoughts are with his friends and family members following this difficult time. May the former motocross star rest in peace. Advertisement Motocross Star Dead In 'Horrific' Accident At 16 first appeared on The Spun on Jun 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
