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a step back to acknowledge the present day. After surveying the track, and getting a vibe for the event, he would flip the switch to “all systems go” leaving everyone in the field
on notice, and them wondering who in the world this new rider was. Competing on the two-stroke only, he would sign up for both Schoolboy classes, in the realms of SX and MX. Accruing spectacular heat race finishes to begin the SX week, he proved both to himself and the competition, that his speed was imminent. However, after encountering
sponsors throughout the likes of South Africa were very impressed with his performance and were curious to see if he could continue in his time left within the states.
JETT LAWRENCE
If you’ve been keeping track of any type of social media, motocross forum, or indus- try chatter, you know the likes of Hunter Lawrence, and what the young man from Australia can do. But on the cusp of what is older brother is presenting, younger brother
Jett is making a name for him- self as well. Aboard the Honda, displaying the number 49 num- ber, he would go on to leave a lasting impression on the entire Gatorback facility, and every- one who was in attendance
for the 2018 Winter Olympic Nationals. Moving stateside and calling Corona, California home, he’d been practicing on a variety of courses throughout the duration of the present season. So upon arrival to the event, he would truly feel ac- climated and at home with the right crew around him. Starting off with absolutely blazing speed, a seventh in the first race of 450 A would only be bettered as he climbed aboard the smaller, 250F machines. He would then tally up multiple runner-up positions, where his
confidence would continue to grow. He knew the talent and speed he possessed, and now the fans and industry of the Mini O’s were noticing it too. Absolutely blistering around these specific bowl turns
and mogul sections, there were times when he was simply a red blur, blitzing around this tight SX course. He would
go on to solidify his best position of the SX por- tion in 250 A, where a fourth would put him in a remarkable fourth overall. Everything would then fall into place for the number 49, as he rolled onto the rough and rugged mo- tocross track. A seventh to begin on the 450, he would continue to climb with fourth, and second moto finishes respective- ly. With their seemingly being so many guys con-
a bit of trouble, he would look forward to
the motocross stage; a place where he felt comfortable and hoped to contend for strong finishes. He would do just that, coming out of the gate like a banshee, and taking aim
at the leaders of the division. Battling tooth and nail in the top five, he wanted to keep moving forward in these rather short heat races. With enough time left on the clock,
he would cement himself into fourth place, for both races respectively. It was a hard fought effort, but definitely well deserved. He would come back harder than ever for the second round, where the talks of a podium finish would dwell deep within his brain. He wanted to make these efforts a reality, and would do so! Taking a third in the 125 class, his finishes would be tallied together, and placed him in the category of fourth overall. But in last moto of the week, he would etch his name into the record books. Residing
in a second place for the checkered flag,
his scores, once placed together, would be second overall! He would go onto to garner much attention from the likes of American fans and industry alike. All of his current
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tending for the wins in this class, it was truly a matter of getting yourself in a solid starting position, and being able to ride mistake free laps. And that’s exactly what Jett tried to do, battling with the likes of Halpain and Brown, among countless others. A ninth in the last moto of 250 Pro Sport, would have him landing in fifth overall. Next would be 450 A, where he would finally feel at home on the bigger machine, taking second, putting him into fourth overall. The second place effort of his final 250 A outing, would help him earn the best overall of the week, where he would finish in third.
KAEDEN KNIFFING
With the absolutely devastating forest fires hitting the state of California with an enor- mous amount of destruction, many in the region were forced to withdraw and evacuate their homes. With smoke feeling the air,
and many places burnt to rubble, there
was hardly anything discussed or thought about, other than a process of rebuilding, and rightfully so. However, Kaeden Kniffing aspired to take his mind off things, retreating to the place where he felt most comfortable. And by doing that, it would take him from his home in Escondido, to the likes of Gaines- ville, Florida, for the 2018 Winter Olympics at Gatorback Cycle Park. Pondering many things on this long drive across the country, he wanted to show the field at the event his outright speed, along with the integrity he possessed as he’s climbed the ranks over the years. Being both accustomed to Super- cross and outdoor formats, he was ready for whatever this particular facility would throw at him. Venturing into the ultra competitive Schoolboy and 250/450 B divisions, he
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