2025 Supercross Round 2: San Diego
250SX West
The 250SX West Main Event at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego delivered an electrifying race, as Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Julien Beaumer captured his first career Supercross victory. The young KTM rider displayed patience, consistency, and racecraft well beyond his years, emerging as a new contender in the championship battle.
1. Beaumer Breaks Through for First Career Win
After finishing fourth at the Anaheim 1 opener, Beaumer entered San Diego looking to improve and establish himself among the top contenders. Off the gate, it was Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Cole Davies who grabbed the holeshot, leading the early laps and showing impressive speed. However, Beaumer stayed close behind, methodically studying Davies’ lines before making his move six and a half minutes into the race.
Once in the lead, Beaumer managed the race masterfully, maintaining a comfortable gap over his challengers. With clean execution through the rhythm sections and a flawless performance under pressure, he rode away to his first-ever AMA Supercross victory, marking a significant milestone for both himself and KTM.
2. Jordon Smith Charges to Second
Veteran Jordon Smith of Triumph Racing put in an impressive ride to claim second place, bouncing back after finishing fifth at Anaheim 1. Smith, who has shown flashes of brilliance throughout his career, looked comfortable on the technical San Diego track.
After battling through the field, he positioned himself firmly in podium contention midway through the race. Though he could not reel in Beaumer, his consistent lap times and calculated approach secured him a well-earned runner-up finish—his first podium of the season.
3. Jo Shimoda Absolutely Flying
Jo Shimoda rounded out the podium with a third-place finish, backing up his win at Anaheim 1. Jo found himself in an early battle with Levi Kitchen and RJ Hampshire, forcing him to fight for every position.
Despite minor struggles in the opening laps, Shimoda once again proved his aggressive racecraft and ability to recover, passing key rivals to cement another top-three finish. While he fell just short of challenging for the win, his consistency in the first two rounds keeps him firmly in the title race heading into Anaheim 2.
Notable Performances & Struggles
- Levi Kitchen (Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki) – The Anaheim 1 winner had a tough night, finishing just outside the podium after minor mistakes in key moments.
- Haiden Deegan (Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha) - A crowd favorite no doubt Deegan still find himself fighting for the top 5, we all know he will "click" at some point, could it be next week in San Diego? If so, everyone else needs to watch out.
- RJ Hampshire (Rockstar Energy Husqvarna) – A podium favorite, Hampshire couldn’t find his rhythm and lost valuable points after finishing outside the top three.
- Cole Davies (Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki) – After leading early, Davies dropped back but still put in an impressive ride, showcasing his potential as a future front-runner. This kid is special, every week my confidence grows.
450SX
The 450SX class delivered another action-packed night of racing at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, as Eli Tomac of Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing made history with a dominant victory. The two-time Supercross champion bounced back in a big way after a fourth-place finish at Anaheim 1, securing his 53rd career win and taking the championship lead in the process. Let's talk about the podium.
1. Eli Tomac's Historic Win
After a tough opening round in Anaheim, Eli Tomac came into San Diego with something to prove. The Yamaha rider got a great start, positioning himself inside the top three early before methodically working his way into the lead.
Tomac’s race-winning move came after an intense battle with Jett Lawrence and Cooper Webb, where his experience and smooth riding helped him capitalize on mistakes from his competitors. Once he grabbed the lead, Tomac controlled the pace for the remainder of the race, showcasing the consistency and precision that made him a two-time Supercross champion.
With this victory, Tomac **becomes the first rider in Supercross history to win at least one race in eleven consecutive seasons, further cementing his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
2. Jett Lawrence Bounces Back with a Runner-Up Finish
After an eventful 12th-place finish at Anaheim 1, Team Honda HRC’s Jett Lawrence needed a strong result to get his championship campaign back on track. The rookie 450SX contender did exactly that, finishing in second place and proving he has what it takes to compete with the class veterans.
Lawrence looked comfortable on the technical San Diego track, riding with a mix of patience and aggression that allowed him to navigate the early-race battles with ease. He stayed within striking distance of Tomac for much of the race but couldn’t quite match the Yamaha rider’s race pace in the closing laps.
While he didn’t get the win, Lawrence’s runner-up finish puts him back in the conversation as a legitimate title threat. If he continues to adapt quickly, it won’t be long before he claims his first 450SX victory.
3. Cooper Webb Finishes Third Despite Illness
Cooper Webb of Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing put in a gritty performance to secure third place, overcoming both early race battles and illness to land on the podium.
Webb grabbed the holeshot and led the opening laps of the 450SX Main Event, showing his trademark aggressive style while fending off attacks from Tomac and Lawrence. However, as the race progressed, Webb’s pace started to fade, allowing Tomac and Lawrence to get by.
Despite feeling under the weather, Webb held strong in the closing laps to keep Ken Roczen at bay and lock in another podium finish. While he may not have had the energy to fight for the win, his resilience and racecraft kept him firmly in the title hunt.
Notable Performances & Struggles
- Ken Roczen (Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki) – Roczen looked strong all night but couldn’t quite break into the podium battle, finishing just outside in fourth.
- Chase Sexton (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – The Anaheim 1 winner struggled to replicate his opening-round success, finishing outside the top five after an off night.
- Jason Anderson (Monster Energy Kawasaki) – Anderson showed speed early in the race but couldn’t maintain his momentum, finishing mid-pack.
- Aaron Plessinger (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – Plessinger continues to improve, securing a solid top-six finish and keeping himself in the mix for future podiums.
Points Standings
250SX West
- Julien Beaumer – 47 points
- Jordan Smith: -5 points
- Jo Shimoda: -7 points
- Haiden Deegan: -10 points
- Ryder Difrancesco: -12 points
450SX
- Eli Tomac: 42 points
- Chase Sexton: -1 point
- Ken Roczen: -2 points
- Cooper Webb: -4 points
- Jett Lawrence: -10 points