Dunlop Sweeps 2024 250 MX and 450 MX Pro Motocross Champships

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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – August 26, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – The Tucker Freight Lines National at Ironman Raceway, located just outside of Indianapolis, Indiana, marked the eleventh and final round of the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. Continuing a streak that dates back to 2010, Dunlop riders once again swept both the 2024 250 MX and 450 MX Pro Motocross Championships, extending their reign to an impressive 15 consecutive years. The dominance of Dunlop was evident across the championship standings, with Dunlop riders securing the top nine positions in the premier 450 MX class and the top twenty-nine spots in the 250 MX class. With victories in all AMA Pro titles in 2024, Dunlop riders have achieved a remarkable total of 183 AMA Pro Motocross and Supercross Championships.

While the 450 title battle we were all hoping for between Chase Sexton, Jett Lawrence, and Eli Tomac didn’t quite happen due to injuries, we were still presented with a fantastic championship battle that came down to the last race. Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton just needed to beat Team Honda HRC’s Hunter Lawrence by one point in the first moto to secure the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship. The Team Dunlop Elite alum rose to the occasion and grabbed his first premier-class motocross championship!

The 250 title was wrapped up at the penultimate round in Budds Creek, Maryland. The seven-time Loretta Lynn Amateur National Champion, Haiden Deegan, started the series on a hot streak with three consecutive overall wins and secured the championship with one race remaining in the series. Haiden, on his Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing machine, consistently finished in the top three with only a few motos outside the top five. This Team Dunlop Elite alum is one to look out for in the future!

“The 2024 AMA Pro Motocross season has proven that the new generation is here to stay! For an incredible fifteenth consecutive year, Dunlop riders dominated the field, taking home both the 250 MX and 450 MX titles and locking in every podium finish across all eleven rounds of the series.,” stated Broc Glover, Senior Manager of Off-Road Motorcycles at Dunlop. “This isn’t just a streak; it’s a testament to the brand’s resilience, our products’ excellence, and the Dunlop team’s unwavering commitment. In addition to our well-regarded MX14 soft terrain “scoop” tire, the Geomax MX34 soft/intermediate tire showcased its true potential, providing excellent options for these top-level riders. Tires make a difference in motocross, and we extend our profound appreciation to all the teams and riders who entrusted Dunlop for their racing endeavors.”

For the first time in MX history, both champions worked their way through the amateur ranks, being supported as Team Dunlop Elite members. Chase and Haiden join the ranks of Team Dunlop Elite alums such as Eli Tomac, Blake Baggett, Justin Barcia, Adam Cianciarulo, Aaron Plessinger, Ashley Fiolek, Justin Hill, Colt Nichols, and Justin Bogle, all of whom have won pro championships. This proves Dunlop’s unwavering support of amateurs and pros alike to help grow the sport of motocross is a success!

“We’ve watched Chase and Haiden progress as amateurs, then hit the pro ranks at full speed,” said Rob Fox, Amateur Motocross Support Manager. “We are extremely proud of them and all the other Team Dunlop Elite riders who chased their dream of winning a professional championship. For Dunlop, supporting that dream is what it’s all about.”

Dunlop is proud to have each Dunlop rider as a part of the Dunlop Family. Now it’s time to regroup and focus on the SuperMotocross World Championship finals!

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