PHIL NICOLETTI | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Despite undergoing numerous unfortunate circumstances thus far this year Phil Nicoletti has remained resilient and focused on the path ahead. The racing canvas in Anaheim (for this occasion) was considerably dry, which was to the delight of many on the starting grid. Nicoletti had shown over the course…

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GARRETT MARCHBANKS | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Though extremely proficient in the mud races thus far of 2023, Garrett Marchbanks aspired to excel on the optimal conditions of Anaheim Two as well, as events came to fruition on Saturday. Many could sense the confidence of the ClubMX Yamaha rider growing with every checkered flag that…

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RYDER DIFRANCESCO | GRIT-238 | 250 SX The TLD GasGas rider had been moving forward with expertise as of late, garnering a plethora of experience on a variety of conditions as the 2023 season progressed. Though the challenges of this season were like few others in the past, California’s own Ryder DiFrancesco managed to constantly…

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JULIEN BEAUMER | GRIT-238 | 250 SX With so-called “normalized” track conditions, rookie Julien Beaumer was ecstatic to show his skills once more inside a stadium in which he excelled in the past. Whether in Supercross Futures of season’s past, or opener for this year, Beaumer flourished within this venue — and continued on that…

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ANTHONY BOURDON | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Suzuki’s Anthony Bourdon had been diligently preparing to continuously move forward throughout the 2023 SX season. And so far, he’d done that; with countless instances of residing inside the top-ten, which were destined to be sustained at Anaheim 2 as well. After hovering at the front of the…

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JORDON SMITH | GRIT-238 | 250 SX The red-plate holder believed that he could carry the previous momentum garnered, and keep the ball rolling per se as the lights of the night show appeared in Anaheim. Returning to Angel Stadium once more for the 250cc West Coast SX Championship, Smith blazed a superb trail across…

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JO SHIMODA | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Seeking to rebound following the problematic mud races that were previously embarked on, Honda’s Jo Shimoda surveyed the track for qualification with unwavering focus. Every line seem to be magnified and his precision with the throttle amongst the transitions seemed to be a catalyst for monstrous leaps of…

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NATE THRASHER | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Following last week’s victory in San Diego, Nate Thrasher was ready to repeat his efforts on the dry terrain of Angel Stadium. Believing that he possessed elite speed, he blitzed the whoops with confidence throughout the myriad of practice sessions; trusting the chassis of his Yamaha to propel…

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RJ HAMPSHIRE | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Knowing that the Triple Crown format was the epitome of consistency and persistence amongst three main events, RJ Hampshire seemed eager to begin the opening race of the night after qualifying well with notable practice time(s). Rocketing from the gate with a timely clutch release for the first…

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LEVI KITCHEN | GRIT-238 | 250 SX Kitchen’s consistency aboard the newfound Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki machine was undeniable — as the Washington native strove for a potential title earning run, via solid performances amongst the first three rounds of the tour. That notion was then carried as well, as practice began in Anaheim;…

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