Rider Reflections: 2026 Ironman Pro Motocross
Catch the latest reactions from top riders after an action-packed AMA Pro Motocross round at Ironman.
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Jorge Prado: “It was a perfect day. Fastest in qualifying and P1 in both motos. We made so much progress the past few weeks, and we’re in such a good place with the bike. I’m so happy with all the hard work from the team. This is why I came here to the United States, to win.”
RJ Hampshire: “This is awesome [to be on the podium]. Just a solid day. I didn't do anything special. I got decent starts and made it happen. Huge thanks to the team at Rockstar Energy Husqvarna, what a way to go out.”
Cooper Webb: “This is a dream ending to a racing career at my last ever National. I got called up to Team USA earlier this week and ended a Cinderella weekend on the podium. I couldn't have asked for anything better. This feels like a win. What a dream come true to be up here one last time.”
Hunter Lawrence: “I can’t even [put it into words]. I just knew I had to finish behind Jett [in Moto 2]. Most of my work was done in the first moto. It was a tough day for the Lawrences, as you can see, a pretty uncharacteristic day. Thank you to the team, my brother, my family, everyone that supports us. We’re living the American dream and couldn’t do this anywhere else.”
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Julien Beaumer: “It’s been a bit of a rough stretch the last few rounds, but that [second moto] was me. I felt amazing and the bike was perfect. I couldn’t be happier. Buckle up, it’s SMX [Playoffs] time. I’m fired up, let’s go.”
Chance Hymas: “Earlier in the season I’d be super stoked to be in this position [in second], but today I’m bummed. I rode my butt off in the second moto. If it wasn’t for that mistake. I’ve got to ride that roller coaster [of emotion] and in the grand scheme of things, I’m doing alright.”
Ryder DiFrancesco: “I’ve got a real shot at the Playoffs. I need to lock in these next few weeks and try to fight for it. Given all the experience I have now I think I can keep the momentum going and carry it into that. I’m looking forward to it.”
Cole Davies: “I expected nothing less than holding this [#1] plate at the end of the year. Man, what a journey it’s been. I worked my whole life to be where I am now. It was an up and down season, but it was all worth it, and to do it on my birthday is unreal.”
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