Hunter Lawrence Opens 2026 Pro Motocross Championship With Fox Raceway Victory
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Hunter Lawrence Opens 2026 Pro Motocross Championship With Overall Victory
Pala, California — Round 1 of the 2026 Pro Motocross Championship
The gates have officially dropped on the 2026 Pro Motocross Championship, and after an offseason full of anticipation, it was Honda HRC Progressive’s Hunter Lawrence who emerged victorious at Fox Raceway to claim the first overall win of the season.
In front of a packed Southern California crowd, the defending outdoor stars and championship contenders wasted no time establishing themselves as the riders to beat heading into the summer.
Hunter Strikes First
Hunter Lawrence delivered one of the most consistent performances of the day, putting together a perfect 1-1 moto score to secure the overall victory and leave Fox Raceway with the championship points lead.
Hunter’s smooth riding style proved especially effective on Fox Raceway’s rough and demanding layout, allowing him to control both motos and establish an early advantage in the title chase.
Jorge Prado Makes A Statement
Jorge Prado finished second overall with a strong 2-2 performance, immediately inserting himself into the championship conversation.
Jett Remains In The Hunt
Jett Lawrence finished third overall with a 4-3 moto score, keeping himself firmly within striking distance heading into Round 2.
Deegan Opens With A Top Five
Haiden Deegan delivered a solid opening round, finishing fifth overall and showing flashes of the speed and aggression that have made him one of motocross’ fastest-rising stars.
Top 10 Championship Standings
| Pos | Rider | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hunter Lawrence | 50 |
| 2 | Jorge Prado | 44 |
| 3 | Jett Lawrence | 38 |
| 4 | Justin Cooper | 36 |
| 5 | Haiden Deegan | 35 |
| 6 | Chase Sexton | 32 |
| 7 | RJ Hampshire | 31 |
| 8 | Aaron Plessinger | 27 |
| 9 | Dylan Ferrandis | 25 |
| 10 | Christian Craig | 22 |
Championship Outlook
Round 1 delivered exactly what fans hoped for: Hunter Lawrence looks championship-ready, Jorge Prado is immediately a contender, Jett Lawrence remains firmly in the hunt, and Haiden Deegan continues his rise.
With Fox Raceway now in the books, the focus shifts to Hangtown, where the championship picture will begin to take shape and early-season momentum could prove critical in the battle for the 2026 Pro Motocross crown.
Next Up: Hangtown National
The next stop of the 2026 Pro Motocross Championship is the Hangtown National on June 6, 2026.