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COLE TOMPKINS
Years ago, there was a california kid who came into the Loretta Lynn’s Amateur National championship’s unknown and competing in the 125 c class. It was his first appearance at the Dude Ranch, and little recognition was given to him after his 1-1-2 moto scores. That man went
on to become the greatest Supercross rider of all time, and his name was Jeremy McGrath.
Cole Tompkins has a few similarities to the King, as they’re both native Californian’s and have both chose the C class on their
first stop to professional stardom. It’s a path that hasn’t been selected by many, but it makes for all the more interesting story if
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and when he gets to the climactic point. Judging by the results he’s put in so far this year, this young man could be well on his
way to making a name for himself at all levels.
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34 MPG • MAY 2016