Brigden, ON (July 10, 2024) – What a day of sand surfing at the Dunes! A beautiful day greeted us Sunday morning at the pristine Gopher Dunes facility in Courtland, Ontario, for Round 4 of the Triple Crown Series.
KTM Canada Red Bull’s Josiah Natzke clinched the overall victory with 1-3 results in the 450 class. At the same time, his teammate Jess Pettis secured 3rd position at the end of the day after finishing 10th in the first moto due to a mechanical issue and winning the second one.
In the 250 class, Kawasaki USA’s Drew Adams dominated the day. KTM Canada Red Bull’s Kaven Benoit worked hard to secure 2nd overall and keep his red plates for the next round.
The first moto of the 250 class saw newcomer Kawasaki USA/Team Green/WLTN Kawasaki’s Krystian Janik quickly jump to the lead, which he held for the first half of the race until a mid-moto crash allowed Kawasaki USA’s Drew Adams to take over. The bobble by Janik also allowed Kaven Benoit to pass through to 2nd. At the checkered flag, Adams, Beniot, and Janik finished in that order.
In the second 250 moto, a large crash collected many riders at the front pack, allowing Adams and Beniot to jump to the lead. Returning to action was Honda Canada GDR Fox Racing’s Tyler Medaglia, who held the pace with the leaders early on and then fended off a late charge by Kawasaki’s Dylan Rempel. Adams dominated the moto from start to finish, earning him and his KX250 a 54-second lead over second place.
In the 450 class, KTM’s Jess Pettis jumped out early and set a blistering pace over his teammate Josiah Natzke. However, late in the moto, Pettis suffered a mechanical issue while leading, ending his lead and earning a 10th-place finish. WLTN Kawasaki’s Tanner Ward also encountered mechanical problems, and Sky Racing’s Julien Benek crashed out while running a career-best 5th place. American rider Tristan Lane capitalized on these incidents, finishing 2nd in moto one behind Josiah Natzke. Reigning national champion Dylan Wright from Honda Canada GDR Fox Racing secured 3rd place despite a painful shoulder injury that had kept him off the bike for almost three weeks.
In Moto 2, Tanner Ward jumped into 3rd at the first corner and took advantage of two tip-overs by Pettis and Natzke to lead early. Eventually, Pettis passed for the lead while Natzke rode a quiet race to finish in 3rd. Natzke’s performance earned him a 3-1 moto score, securing his second 450 overall win in Canada. Ward maintained his speed for the duration of the moto, finishing in a commanding second.
Tristan Lane battled from the back of the pack in Moto 2 to finish 5th, earning 3rd overall on the day—his best career finish in the 450 class.
In FXR Premix competition, it was Sam Gaynor (2-1) who took home the win over Jonathon Bergeron (4-2) and Brandon Gourlay (3-3). Gopher Dunes marked Gaynor’s return to racing after a long recovery from injuries sustained last year.
In the Thor WMX action, KTM Canada Red Bull’s Eve Brodeur led the way to score perfect results all day, starting off her East Coast championship with a 6-point lead coming into Round 2 at SDL. Jamie Astudillo went (2-2), and Sky Racing Kayle Kayer rounded out the podium with a (3-3).
The series heads to Sand Del Lee in Ottawa, Ontario, on July 14, 2024.
250 Pro Overall
- Drew Adams (KAW) 1-1
- Kaven Benoit (KTM) 2-2
- Tyler Medaglia (HON) 5-3
- Sebastien Racine (YAM) 4-5
- Krystian Janick (KAW) 3-7
- Dylan Rempel (KAW) 9-4
- Wyatt Kerr (KTM) 6-6
- Quinn Amyotte (KAW) 8-9
- Kyle Murdoch (HON) 10-8
- Tiger Wood (HON) 12-10
250 Series Standings
- Kaven Benoit (172)
- Drew Adams (168)
- Sebastien Racine (130)
- Gage Lineville (120)
- Wyatt Kerr (117)
- Quinn Amyotte (107)
- Tiger Wood (96)
- Tanner Scott (77)
- Evan Stice (76)
- Austin Jones (69)
450 Pro Overall
- Josiah Natzke (KTM) 1-3
- Tristan Lane (KTM) 2-5
- Jess Pettis (KTM) 10-1
- Dylan Wright (HON) 3-6
- Preston Kilroy (YAM) 5-4
- Aaron Tanti (KAW) 4-7
- Mitchell Harrison (KAW) 7-8
- Daniel Elmore (YAM) 6-9
- Parker Eales (KTM) 8-10
- Tanner Ward (KAW) 22-2
450 Series Standings
- Jess Pettis (172)
- Josiah Natzke (168)
- Preston Kilroy (140)
- Aaron Tanti (135)
- Dylan Wright (133)
- Mitchell Harrison (117)
- Tanner Ward (111)
- Daniel Elmore (92)
- Julien Benek (91)
- Parker Eales (90)
FXR PreMix Overall Sunday
- Sam Gaynor (GAS) 1-1
- Jonathan Bergeron (YAM) 4-2
- Brandon Gourlay (TM) 3-3
- Benjamin Mistelbacher (KTM) 2-4
- Blair Nauta (GAS) 5-6
- Thor Giesbrecht (YAM) 6-7
- Mason Snively (YAM) 9-5
- Noah Larkin (KTM) 7-10
- Cooper Wallis (YAM) 10-8
- Braxton Becker (KTM) 11-11
FXR PreMix Overall Championship
- Sam Gaynor (55)
- Jonathan Bergeron (40)
- Brandon Gourlay (40)
- Benjamin Mistelbacher (40)
- Blair Nauta (31)
- Thor Giesbrecht (29)
- Mason Snively (28)
- Noah Larkin (25)
- Cooper Wallis (24)
- Braxton Becker (20)
THOR WMX Overall Sunday
- Eve Brodeur (KTM) 1-1
- Jamie Astudillo (KTM) 2-2
- Kaylie Kayer (HQV) 3-3
- Brittani Majcher (HON) 4-4
- Amelie Croteau (HON) 5-5
- Katrine Ferguson (HQV) 6-6
- Brandy McLarty (KTM) 8-7
- Kiana Kurtz (HQV) 7-8
- Brook Greenlaw (KTM) 9-9
- Bella Morgan (KAW) 10-11
THOR WMX West Overall Championship
- Eve Brodeur (50)
- Jamie Astudillo (44)
- Kaylie Kayer (40)
- Brittani Majcher (36)
- Amelie Croteau (32)
- Katrine Ferguson (30)
- Brandy McLarty (27)
- Kiana Kurtz (27)
- Brook Greenlaw (24)
- Bella Morgan (21)
2024 Canadian Pro National Motocross Schedule:
- June 2, 2024 – Calgary, AB MXTOUR
- June 9, 2024 – Raymond, AB MXTOUR
- June 16, 2024 – Pilot Mound, MB MXTOUR
- July 7, 2024 – Gopher Dunes, ON MXTOUR
- July 14, 2024 – Sand Del Lee, ON MXTOUR
- July 21, 2024 – Riverglade, NS MXTOUR
- July 28, 2024 – Deschambault, QC ECAN/MXTOUR
- August 11, 2024 – Walton TransCan GNC
The series will traverse the country, starting with three intense MXTOUR rounds in Alberta and Manitoba. These opening rounds will set the stage for the fierce competition and dramatic battles. As the series progresses, riders will face the demanding sands of Gopher Dunes in Ontario, the technical tracks of Sand Del Lee, and the historic Riverglade in Nova Scotia. Riders and fans alike will be thrilled by the spectacle at Deschambault, Quebec, which will host the ECAN/MXTOUR, a series highlight with its unique blend of amateur and professional races. The grand finale will take place at the Walton TransCan GNC on August 11, 2024, where champions will be crowned, and legacies will be made.
Exciting Live Coverage on RydeTV This year, fans can catch every moment of the action live on RydeTV.com. The series will be hosted by motocross luminaries David Pingree and US Supercross Champion Jeff Emig, with special guest motocross legend Rick Johnson. Adding to the excitement, Ryan Gauld will be on-site, delivering interviews and behind-the-scenes reporting for which he has become famous. This comprehensive coverage ensures that fans won’t miss a second of the high-octane thrills and spills.
Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready to experience the roar of the engines, the thrill of the jumps, and the relentless pursuit of the Triple Crown. Join us in Calgary and across Canada to witness motocross at its finest!
2024 Canadian Pro National Motocross Schedule:
- June 2: Calgary, AB MXTOUR
- June 9: Raymond, AB WCAN/MXTOUR
- June 16: Pilot Mound, MB MXTOUR
- July 7: Courtland, ON MXTOUR
- July 14: Ottawa, ON MXTOUR
- July 21: Moncton, NS MXTOUR
- July 28: Deschambault, QC ECAN/MXTOUR
- August 11: Walton TransCan GNC/MXTOUR
About the Triple Crown Series:
The Canadian National Motocross Triple Crown Series is the premier motocross competition in Canada. It brings together the best riders nationwide to compete in races that test their skill, speed, and endurance. The series aims to promote motocross and provide a platform for Canadian riders to showcase their talent nationally.