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MINI SR. (12-15) LIMITED
KILPATRICK
MYLES GILMORE
To come from foreign land, into a territory that’s unbeknownst to both you and fam- ily, is a task within itself. To travel far and wide, into the opponent’s backyard, looking to take victory? That’s a challenge that’s rarely ever accepted, and to come away with the prize, is a true rarity. But when you talk to riders like Myles Gilmore, you see that he has confidence, like no other. His predecessor’s that have came before him, foreign riders of all kinds, whether it be Ken Roczen, or Chad Reed, you can tell he truly believes the notion of, “if they can do it, so can I.” He took a chance on coming to this land, leaving the comforts of his home, to explore and chase dreams, pushing
fear to the wayside. He wants to become
a professional champion, and what better place to start than here, at the 2017 Winter Olympics of motocross. The first moto,
was taken over by Caden Braswell, as the number 222 machine looked to make his way to the front of the field and charge away from the pack. He did just that, hit- ting all triples with exquisite precision, and letting the KTM scream through the rollers. Jack Chambers, trailing Braswell, would come across second, and Larry Reyes third. Where was Gilmore you ask? 17th. A very disappointing finish for the young man, but luckily in Supercross, the first moto is
a wash; it was now time for redemption. And how do you start off a championship run? By taking the holeshot, and bursting off the launchpad. He did just that, making his presence known to Larry Reyes Jr.
and Jack Chambers, who sat second and third respectively. With his team pointing forward from the mechanics area, Gilmore knew their was no time to waste, and every second he was off the throttle, was another his opponent would gain. Reyes was liter- ally all over the backside of Gilmore, but the Cairo, GA transplant was beyond stingy with his leading antics. There was just
no way he was giving up this win. Hitting the final anthill, he scrubbed with all his might, and shifted up towards the finish. He then crossed the checkered flag, throw-
ing his hands in the air. He’d done it, for both himself and his team. This what he’s worked for, day in and day out; to see it
all blossom, is beyond his wildest dreams. Way to go champ!
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