Extended Coverage to Follow Final Moto of Hangtown Motocross Classic
MORGANTOWN, WV – September 11, 2021 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – With two of the deepest fields of talent in the history of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, the 2021 season of the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series has been one to remember. As the world returned to a sense of normalcy, the passionate motocross fanbase eagerly returned to the Nationals in droves throughout the summer, while hundreds of thousands of viewers watched from home on MAVTV Motorsports Network, NBC, and NBC Sports Network, or on their mobile device through Peacock. As a result, some of the biggest audiences in series history witnessed the fastest riders on the planet provide incredible competition on the track in pursuit of the Edison Dye Cup in the 450 Class and the Gary Jones Cup in the 250 Class.
As the season prepares to come to a dramatic conclusion with the legendary Hangtown Motocross Classic, where a new champion will be crowned in the 250 Class, a highly anticipated celebration of the season awaits. To commemorate this incredible summer of racing, Peacock will present exclusive extended coverage for its subscribers once the final checkered flag flies in Northern California.
The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Postseason Special, presented by MotoSport.com, will kick off at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET, only on Peacock, and will put the finishing touches on the 2021 campaign with a 30-minute livestream wrap-up. Featuring the broadcast team of Ashley Reynard, Jason Weigandt, and Jeff Emig, this special presentation will look back at the 12 rounds of racing that comprised this compelling season. From a run through of the summer’s biggest and most memorable moments, to interviews with American motocross’ newest champions and the newly crowned Marty Smith Rookie of the Year, the Postseason Special will provide a rare opportunity to go in-depth with the athletes who laid it all on the line in pursuit of the sport’s most prestigious titles.
In addition to the livestream following the conclusion of the Hangtown Motocross Classic, Peacock subscribers will also have on-demand access to the Postseason Special through the Peacock Video-On-Demand (VOD) library.
For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit ProMotocross.com and be sure to follow all of the Pro Motocross social media channels for exclusive content and additional information on the latest news:
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Now available for download for both Apple and Android devices is the official Pro Motocross App. Fans of American motocross can have access to the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series right at their fingertips on their mobile devices. Developed by AMA Pro Racing, the Pro Motocross App provides users with the most important information surrounding the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, from series news to schedule and ticket information, as well as broadcast schedule details and live timing & scoring. Download it now via the App Store or Google Play.
Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship
The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, features the world’s fastest outdoor motocross racers, competing aboard homologated bikes from one of seven competing manufacturers on a collection of the roughest, toughest tracks on the planet. Racing takes place each Saturday afternoon, with competition divided into two classes: one for 250cc machines, and one for 450cc machines. MX Sports Pro Racing, the industry leader in off-road powersports event production, manages the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship. The title sponsor is Lucas Oil, a leading producer of premium oils, greases, and problem solving additives, all made in America. More information can be found at www.ProMotocross.com.
NBC Sports & Peacock
NBC Sports and Peacock will provide coverage of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship season across all 12 rounds, including every practice session, qualifier, Moto 1 race and Moto 2 race. The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship is part of NBC Sports’ “Home of Motorsports” programming throughout 2021, spanning NASCAR, INDYCAR, IMSA, Mecum Auctions, Monster Energy Supercross, MotoGP, Progressive American Flat Track, Monster Jam, Dakar Rally, and more.
Lucas Oil Products, Inc.
Lucas Oil Products was founded by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Since its inception, Lucas has steadfastly adhered to this corporate objective. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as the top selling additive line in the United States. Additionally, Lucas Oil offers a premium line of motor oils, greases, fuel treatments, industrial lubricants, and problem-solving additives to help firmly establish Lucas Oil as a prominent figure in the marketplace. For more information, visit www.LucasOil.com.
MAVTV Motorsports Network
MAVTV Motorsports Network is the only television network in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to motorsports. MAVTV offers an unparalleled line-up of exclusive and unique events. MAVTV goes beyond the national mainstream motorsports events to include grassroots racing from across the globe: drag racing, pro motocross, sprint boats, rally cars, short course off-road truck racing, sprint cars, pro pulling, drifting, ice racing, and everything in between. MAVTV knows you don’t have to be a race fan to be an automotive enthusiast, which is why we have developed a package of automotive reality and custom build shows that are truly second-to-none. From 24/7 automotive and motorsports content on MAVTV Motorsports Network to the free and exclusive content available on MAVTV Select and the on-demand streaming service of MAVTV Plus, if it has a motor, it’s probably on MAVTV – The Motorsports Network!
Source: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.
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