The Motorcycle Roadracing Association (MRA) returned to High Plains Raceway for Round 3 of the 2025 championship season, and the Colorado sun made sure no one would forget it. With temperatures soaring well into high 90’s, riders were tested not just on skill, but on pure stamina and grit—especially following the LegionSBK Endurance races held the day prior.
The relentless heat hovered over the plains of Deer Trail, turning the track into an oven and pushing competitors and their machines to the edge. Hydration and tire management became just as critical as lap times in what would become one of the most physically demanding race weekends of the year.

Fay Myers Race of the Rockies – Hendry in Command

In Sunday’s premier Race of the Rockies feature, Brad Hendry (1) put on a masterclass in both racecraft and resilience. Off the line, Hendry launched with precision, claiming the holeshot and leading the pack into Turn 1 with  Matt Cunha (95) hot on his heels, followed closely by  Justen Behmer (4),  Ken Yee (433), and a hungry field giving chase.

Despite the punishing heat, Hendry settled into a blistering rhythm early, clocking a fastest lap of 1:47.699 and slowly opening a gap on the field. Cunha, not one to back down, kept the pressure consistent and began chipping away at Hendry’s lead by lap 4, narrowing the gap to just 2–3 seconds.

Further back, the battle for the final podium spot began heating up as Behmer defended 3rd from an increasingly aggressive Yee. As the white flag came out, the pressure reached its peak. Yee was hunting for an opening, but Behmer showed his composure and racecraft, holding his line and fending off the challenge to secure a hard-fought 3rd place.

Hendry would hold firm despite Cunha’s valiant efforts, to secure another 1 st place finish
and continue his growing lead through the midway point of the 2025 MRA season.

Final Results – Fay Myers Race of the Rockies

1st – Brad Hendry (1)

2nd – Matt Cunha (95)

3rd – Justen Behmer (4)

Apex Auto Glass Race of the Rockies GTU – A Wild Finish in the Heat

The GTU class brought its own drama to Round 4, with #9 Rizzo rocketing off the line and immediately setting the pace. Determined to create a gap, Rizzo put in a strong early charge, leaving the field behind as he pushed for a dominant win. Behind him,  Tyrel Diekman (724) and Orkun Krand (131) ran consistent laps, keeping each other in check as the race unfolded.

The surprise performance came from Jeremiah Walker (562), who started from hot pit after extreme heat conditions caused delays in getting to grid. Undeterred, Walker put in a relentless charge, reeling in Krand by the halfway point and making a clean pass for 3rd.

But the biggest twist came on the final lap. Rizzo, comfortably leading, pushed just a little too hard into Turn 6. Carrying too much speed and braking deep, he tucked the front and went down—handing the win over to Diekmann, and promoting Walker and Krand to the podium.

Final Results – Apex Auto Glass Race of the Rockies GTU

1st – Tyrel Diekmann (724)

2nd – Jeremiah Walker (562)

3rd – Orkun Krand (131)

Rizzo, who had been leading the GTU championship heading into the weekend, will now face additional pressure going into Round 5 in August, where redemption and title defense will be top priorities.

Rocky View Family Dental Amateur GTO – Boone Breaks Through

In Amateur GTO, the battle at the top of the championship standings took a sharp turn.
Points leader John Evans (154), having won the first two rounds, entered the race with momentum but jumped the start—earning a costly 12-second penalty that opened the door for rivals to capitalize.

At the front, it was Phil Takahashi (807) on his FZ1 who grabbed the holeshot, leading into Turn 1, trailed by Robert Brown (41) and Joseph Boone (99). Takahashi would fend off an early challenge from Brown, who showed him a wheel into Turn 4 on lap two. But the defense wouldn’t last long—Brown made the move stick out of Turn 6, taking over the lead.

Meanwhile, Evans was trying to recover from his penalty, launching an attack into Turn 4 but running wide, losing momentum. That allowed Brown to maintain the lead until Boone stepped up, executing a clean and calculated pass and then putting his head down to stretch a 3-second gap out front.

As Boone built his lead, Vinh Nguyen (118) quietly made his way forward after passing Takahashi. He studied the battle in front of him between Brown and Evans and waited for his moment. When Brown entered Turn 13 in the wrong gear, Nguyen seized the opportunity, powering his Ducati through the drive on the front straight to take 2nd place by only a front wheel. Boone would finish strong and secure his first ever win with the MRA.

Final Results – Rocky View Family Dental Amateur GTO

1st – Joseph Boone (99)

2nd – Vinh Nguyen (118)

3rd – Robert Brown (41)

The shakeup in GTO means the championship is now tighter than ever heading into
Round 4. Evans will need a strong response in August to protect his early-season lead
against Brown who is showing he is hungry for the title.

With the searing conditions testing every rider’s limits, Round 3 at High Plains Raceway will go down as a weekend where endurance, precision, and mental toughness proved just as important as raw speed. The MRA’s 2025 season continues to build momentum—and the championship battles are far from over.

While the headlining Race of the Rockies battles always draw attention, every race throughout the day played a vital role in shaping championship points and showcasing the incredible depth of talent across all classes. From novices gaining experience to veterans defending titles, Round 3 highlighted just how competitive and passionate the MRA racing community is.

Be sure to check out the full official race results on the MRA website to see how your favorite racers performed and how the standings are shaping up.

Join us for Round 4 at Pueblo Motorsports Park – August 17th

Mark your calendars and get ready for another weekend of action-packed racing!