AFT: Tickets Now On Sale For The 2026 Daytona Short Track

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

AFT: Tickets Now On Sale For The 2026 Daytona Short Track

On the heels of last weekend’s Springfield announcement of Progressive American Flat Track’s first-ever visit to Budd’s Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Md., fans now have another reason to start looking ahead to 2026.

General Admission and Standing Room Only (SRO) tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 DAYTONA Short Track I & II, set for March 5-6, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway. The high-intensity season opener will once again launch the Progressive American Flat Track season with a back-to-back doubleheader under the lights.

2-Day Pass: Buy Now
Thursday, March 5 – DAYTONA Short Track I: Buy Now
Friday, March 6 – DAYTONA Short Track II: Buy Now

Fans who want first crack at the best seats and premium experiences can sign up now for exclusive pre-sale access to all other ticket types: Pre-Sale Sign-Up.

Reserved ticket renewals will be offered first to all 2025 ticketholders before opening to the general public.

Even with the 2025 season still in full swing but coming to an end soon, anticipation is building for what’s to come in 2026. From the brand-new Maryland showdown at Budd’s Creek to the traditional Daytona doubleheader kickoff, the stage is being set for another unforgettable season of bar-banging, dirt-slinging, heart-pounding racing.

Lock in your spot now for the DAYTONA Short Track and get ready to be part of the thunder when the 2026 season roars to life.

But First:

Progressive American Flat Track will conclude an epic 2025 Grand National Championship season with the Arby’s Lake Ozark Short Track presented by Arrowhead Brass at Lake Ozark Speedway in Eldon, Missouri, on Saturday, September 13.

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/lake-ozark-short-track-126438 to purchase your tickets now.

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Sign up now and catch every second of on-track action starting with Practice & Qualifying and ending with the Victory Podium at the end of the night at https://flosports.link/aft.

FOX Sports coverage of the Springfield Mile II presented by Drag Specialties will air this Saturday, September 13, at  10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT).

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

2026 Golden State Mini & SuperMoto Series Coming To California

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

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2026 Golden State Mini & SuperMoto Series Coming To California

A collaboration of noted racers – Hawk Mazzotta, Tyler O’Hara, John Hopkins, and Bronson Pearce – have announced the 2026 Golden State Championship, the premier mini road racing and supermoto championships slated to be held in California in 2026.

The 2026 Golden State Championship will feature four events at four different racetracks in California – Redding Motorsports Park in Redding, Apex Racing Center in Perris, Buttonwillow Raceway Kart Track in Buttonwillow, and Sonoma Raceway Karting Center in Sonoma.

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All four rounds will be qualifying events for the 2026 Mission MotoAmerica Mini Cup National Finals in addition to AMA Supermoto and other showcase and feature classes. The AMA Supermoto series will have unique dirt sections at each round with each round promising something for everyone, even the youngest racers with Stacyc racing classes. The championship will be AMA sanctioned, and every event will feature the same structure, rules, classes, and procedures.

Each of the four rounds will be two-day events (Saturday and Sunday) with some rounds set for Friday practice. There will also be new-racer schools, hosted by Hawk Mazzotta Moto Camp, at every event.

Racer, riding coach, promoter and Hawk Mazzotta Moto Camp owner Hawk Mazzotta and wife Nina, with their kids.

“I have been wanting to host a proper series like this for years, and now it is coming to fruition. I am so heavily submersed and invested in the youth riders and really want to help the movement, this is only going to help the process. California brought up the best racers in the world at one point, I’d like to see that again.

I have partnered with three of the most solid men, as both human beings, and racers. I am confident that together we will do great things for the sport.

Our focus is to provide an extremely professional, safe, fun, confidence inspiring series that is very welcoming to all, and promotes growth in the sport and helps pave the way for our American talent to the next levels.” –Hawk Mazzotta

“I am super excited to be collaborating with the Golden State Championship to host the event at Sonoma Raceway in July for the MotoAmerica Mini Cup qualifier. Last year for our inaugural event it was a huge success and I can’t wait to see everyone at the races.” -Tyler O’Hara

Bronson Pearce (in the middle) — SuperMoto racer Bronson Pearce with his crew

“I’m beyond excited to be a part of running AMA Supermoto. This sport has given me so much throughout my career, from racing in the Supermoto World Championship representing Team USA at the Supermoto of Nations. I know firsthand the dedication, passion, and energy it takes to compete at the highest level, and I am looking forward to using that experience to help grow the series and create opportunities for the next generation of riders.” -Bronson Pearce

John “Hopper” Hopkins during his MotoGP career

“I’m so excited for this new Golden State Series & truly honored to host one of the rounds at my very own circuit Apex Motorsports Park. I’m even more excited for the future of our sport! It’s so awesome to be linked up and working with fellow longtime Pro Racers, world renowned Organizations & brands who are all just as passionate, motivated & willing to put in the work to see this sport excel to all new heights. The trophy alone is so cool that I personally might need to dust off the cobwebs & get back at it…” –John “Hopper” Hopkins

CIV: American Kristian Daniel Jr on The Podium At Imola

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

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CIV: American Kristian Daniel Jr on The Podium At Imola

Podium on Saturday, crash on Sunday for Red Bull Rookies Cup rider in Italian championship wild card.

American rider Kristian Daniel Jr. returned to the CIV Italian Moto3 Championship this past weekend at Imola (September 6–7, 2025), riding for Spanish manufacturer Beon Automotive. The 16-year-old, who competes full-time in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, already knew the Imola circuit well after racing there last year, where he also scored a podium. This time, he picked up right where he left off.

Race 1: Saturday Podium

Kristian started the weekend strong, qualifying 6th and carrying that speed into Saturday’s race. Staying with the front group throughout, he fought hard to claim a well-earned 3rd place finish, adding another Imola podium to his record.

civ moto3 race 1 results

Race 2: Sunday Setback

On Sunday, Kristian was again showing competitive pace, holding 5th place by lap six. Unfortunately, a crash ended his race early. He walked away without injury and was quick to highlight the positives from the weekend despite the disappointment.

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Looking Ahead

The Imola round gave Kristian more valuable mileage in the CIV Moto3 and another chance to work closely with Beon Automotive. With Saturday’s podium and solid speed across the weekend, it was another step forward in his development on the international stage.

Next up, Kristian heads to Misano for the final round of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, where he will find out if he is selected to continue in the championship for a third season.

British Talent Cup: Americans Raymond and Correa Top10 at Donington

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

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British Talent Cup: Americans Raymond and Correa Top10 at Donington

American Julian Correa finished 10th on his Honda – Mortimer Racing during British Talent Cup Race 1 Saturday morning at Donington Park, in England.

Correa placed sixth in Saturday afternoon’s Race 2 and followed it up with a 13th-place finish in Sunday’s Race 3.

Meanwhile, American rider Joshua Raymond Jr. was forced to retire from Race 1 on his Fibretec Honda by Mlav Racing. He bounced back on Saturday afternoon with a strong seventh-place finish, and on Sunday, Raymond secured a spot in the top ten in Race 3.

“Bit of an up and down weekend at Donington Park. Race 1-dnf, Race 2-7, Race 3-P10. Josh was fighting with the lead group until he lost the front. His lap times were on point all weekend. He’s heading to Spain to train and he’ll be ready for assen in two weeks.
The team did an amazing job as always. He can’t wait to see what he can do at Assen.” –Josh Raymond Sr

More from a press release issued by R&G British Talent Cup:

The R&G British Talent Cup returned to Donington Park for Round 6 of the 2025 season, with fans treated to three races across the weekend. Ethan Sparks (Kovara Projects / RS Racing) set the tone in Race 1, converting pole position into a sensational victory by just 0.332s at the chequered flag following a last-lap showdown with Ryan Frost (Fibretec Honda by Mlav Racing). Frost edged out Filip Surowiak (City Lifting Team) for second, with the #75’s lead being reduced to 20 points following a P3 finish.

Sparks made a blistering start from pole, holding firm at Redgate, with Surowiak and Frost in chase. There was drama from the start, with George Bowes (GB | 67 / Edwards Racing) crashing out at Turn 1 and ending hopes of a strong result immediately. The lead group formed quickly, with Harrison Mackay (Kovara Projects / RS Racing) joining the scrap in true British Talent Cup fashion. On Lap 2, Sparks ran wide, opening the door to Frost, who slipped into the lead. Meanwhile, there was extra work to do for Jack Burrows (Burows Engineering / RK Racing), with the #16 being handed a Long Lap.

Peter Willis (WM Racing) began carving his way forward, working his way from the edge of the top 10 towards the leaders. Up front, Sparks regrouped, launching his attack on Lap 5 – regaining control of Race 1. There would soon be further drama, with Joshua Raymond Jnr (Fibretec Honda by Mlav Racing) crashing out at the final corner, setting sights on Race 2 redemption. The tension continued to brew, with positions continuing to shuffle as Mackay slipped from second to fourth in the space of two corners.

Frost briefly snatched the lead again, with Sparks searching for his opportunity to attack. The chance arrived on Lap 12, with Sparks reclaiming the advantage, setting the stage for a dramatic fight for the podium places. Meanwhile, Surowiak was beginning to show incredible pace, firing in the last lap of the race. It was elbows out action as Frost sent a sensational move at the penultimate corner, slotting into second position at the chequered flag.

Sparks held firm at the line, clinching victory by just 0.332s and banking further championship points. Frost followed closely in second, edging out Surowiak as the title battle tightened once again. Mackay took fourth, narrowly missing out on the podium, while Willis capped off a brilliant ride to complete the top five. Mason Foster (Mortimer Racing) claimed sixth, finishing ahead of Jack Dunabie (Kovara Projects / RS Racing) and Clayton Edmunds (City Lifting Team). Further back, Burrows fought his way to ninth, with the experienced Julian Correa (Mortimer Racing) closing out Race1’s top 10!

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Sparks clinches the Donington double

Ethan Sparks made it two from two at Donington Park, storming to another stunning victory in another 14-lap dash on Saturday. The #62 held his nerve, scoring a crucial 25 points, closing the gap to his title rival Filip Surowiak, who continues to head the standings and is in search of his seventh victory of the season. Behind them, Jack Dunabie capitalised on late drama, earning his first podium since Brands Hatch.

Harrison Mackay grabbed the holeshot at Turn 1, but it wasn’t long before Surowiak responded as he entered P1 following an impressive start. The opening lap delivered classic British Talent Cup action, with Ethan Sparks working his way from the second row to slot into second. Another fierce scrap was unfolding further down the field, with Mason Foster determined for a strong result, and Clayton Edmunds lighting up the timing screens, clocking purple times.

Further back, Blake Wilson led the second group of riders in an intense battle for the remaining places inside the top 10. Meanwhile, there was drama on Lap 6 for Lily Rhodes (Wilson Racing), who crashed out and ended her Race 2 early. Up front, five riders went head-to-head as the BTC provided sensational action once again for the Donington Park crowd. Sparks faced relentless pressure, showing maturity and holding firm in P1 as the #62 soaked up the pressure.

Ryan Frost launched several attacks throughout Race 2, unable to find a way past Sparks and was eventually shuffled back to third by Surowiak. The race built to a classic BTC finale, with Sparks leading the field onto the pivotal 14th lap. Surowiak initially pounced at McLeans, bringing final lap fireworks before everything changed at the Fogarty Esses when both Frost and Mackay crashed out, costing them vital championship points.

Sparks sealed his second win of the weekend with a decisive move at the penultimate corner, while Surowiak chased behind. Meanwhile, Dunabie earned a late podium in another strong day for the Kovara Projects / RS Racing squad. Edmunds took fourth, setting the fastest lap of the race in the process, edging Peter Willis, who completed the top five. Julian Correa took the flag in sixth ahead of Joshua Raymond Jnr, Scott McPhee (SMP Racing) and Blake Wilson (BWR Racing), with Jack Burrows rounding out the top 10. There was also late heartbreak for Mason Foster, who crashed out at the Melbourne Hairpin.

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Frost ends Sparks’ reign in Race 3

The R&G British Talent Cup served up a thrilling finale at Donington Park, with Ryan Frost striking back on Sunday, claiming victory by just 0.251s. Frost worked hard in Race 3, clawing back some crucial championship points which were lost earlier in the weekend. Ethan Sparks charged to second, narrowly missing out on his third victory of the weekend at Donington Park. Elsewhere, Filip Surowiak stood on another podium as the #75’s championship lead comes down to just 18 points.

Although Clayton Edmunds started from pole on Sunday, it was Ryan Frost who grabbed the holeshot in Race 3, leading the pack through Turn 1. The opening laps were electric, with Sparks clawing his way through the order, soon entering the podium places after a third-row start. The #62 was on the attack, stunning the field to enter the lead for the first time on Lap 2. Title leader Surowiak had a lot of work to do in the opening stages, defending from a star-studded group in third position.

Sparks and Frost edged into the distance, extending their cushion to one second over the rest of the field. However, the cards remained in Sparks’ hands, holding a sixth-tenth gap over Frost behind. Further back, there was drama for Aeziah Divine (Fibretec Honda by Mlav Racing), who brought an early end to the weekend following a crash at the end of Lap 11. Things soon began to change in the closing laps, with Frost chipping away, as he began to close the gap to under half a second – setting up a grand finale on Sunday.

After several attempts, Frost entered the headlines, launching his decisive move at the Fogarty Esses on the final lap. It was a brave move to steal P1, and after navigating some traffic, the Fibretec Honda by Mlav Racing rider secured his first victory of the weekend, at Donington Park in dramatic fashion – ending Sparks’ dominance this weekend.

It was a crucial moment in Frost’s title race, bringing home the maximum 25 points available. Sparks and Surowiak completed the podium, with the #75’s lead in the standings being reduced to just 18 points, leaving Donington. Mason Foster and Harrison Mackay rounded out the top five, leaving Jack Burrows to finish P6 on Sunday. Jack Dunabie ended his weekend in seventh, while Scott McPhee, Clayton Edmunds and Joshua Raymond Jnr completed the top 10.

With just two rounds remaining in 2025, the R&G British Talent Cup now prepares to head to the iconic TT Circuit Assen. The championship battle shows no signs of stopping, and with 50 points in store, make sure you join us for Round 7 of the season from September 19-21 in the Netherlands!

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AHRMA: Race Results from Nelson Ledges Road Course

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

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AHRMA: Race Results from Nelson Ledges Road Course

Complete race results from the 2025 AHRMA Roadracing Series presented by Motobilia event held September 6-7 at Nelson Ledges Road Course, Garrettsville, OH.

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33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

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33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19 Part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla – For the second consecutive year, the 33rd annual Biketoberfest. motorcycle rally in the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County on Oct. 16-19 is a part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour.

With more than 100 years of history, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is a celebration of the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling. With 10 total events in 2025 aimed at bringing like-minded riders together, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is one of the longest-running motorcycle series in the country. At each individual event, AMA members can collect official AMA National Gypsy Tour pins to show they attended.

AMA Gypsy Tour pins, as well as other materials that highlight the history of the AMA and American motorcycling, will be distributed at the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Official Biketoberfest. Welcome Center located trackside at Daytona International Speedway’s Fall Cycle Scene display area.

“AMA National Gypsy Tours have more than 100 years of history at the American Motorcyclist Association,” said AMA Director of Marketing & Communications Joy Burgess, “and we’re proud to once again welcome Biketoberfest as an AMA National Gypsy Tour partner for the second year running. Gypsy Tours celebrate the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling, and Biketoberfest does that in a huge way in Daytona Beach each year.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with the American Motorcyclist Association and be included on the 2025 AMA Gypsy Tour schedule, which brings increased awareness and promotion to the Biketoberfest motorcycle rally,” said Lori Campbell Baker, Executive Director for the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. “We look forward to welcoming motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world to the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County to experience four days of live music, scenic rides, amazing bikes, and the Florida sunshine.”

Among the many highlights of the Biketoberfest rally include live music, industry’s top vendors, bike shows, motorcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street and the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop.

For more information on the 2025 Biketoberfest. event, visit www.daytonabeach.com/biketoberfest/.

Wayne Rainey: Grateful For Ride To The Races Support

John Ulrich

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September 8, 2025

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Wayne Rainey: Grateful For Ride To The Races Support

Rainey’s Ride to the Races: Grateful for Your Support

By Wayne Rainey

This year marked the fifth running of “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” at Laguna Seca, and it was another incredible success. Together we raised $142,000 for the Roadracing World Action Fund, bringing our five-year total to over $650,000. That’s something we can all be proud of.

For me, this one was personal. To pull on my leathers and ride a few laps at Laguna Seca–for the first time in 34 years–was a feeling I wasn’t sure I’d ever experience. Riding on a specially prepared Yamaha XSR900GP alongside nine legends of our sport made it unforgettable. Laguna has always been special to me, and that day was filled with emotions I’ll carry forever.

I’m deeply thankful to everyone who came to Laguna Seca for the MotoAmerica races and supported Rainey’s Ride. What started five years ago has grown into something far bigger than I imagined. The ride now has a life of its own, and that’s because of the people who support it year after year.

A huge thanks to the legends who joined in–Kenny Roberts, Eddie Lawson, Bubba Shobert, Freddie Spencer, Kenny Roberts Jr., Rick Johnson, Doug Chandler, Ben Spies, Bud Aksland, Kel Carruthers, and Erv Kanemoto. Their time and commitment help make this event what it is.

At the heart of it all, the goal remains the same: Raising money for the Roadracing World Action Fund charity to purchase Airfence and Alpina soft barriers to protect our riders. No one can put a price on safety, and I’m grateful to everyone who’s donated through the ride and in so many other ways.

I also want to thank the California Highway Patrol for keeping us safe on the road, Gordon McCall for leading the ride, Baja Cantina for hosting the start of the ride, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and the entire MotoAmerica team for their support in making this possible.

See you all next year!

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, Super Hooligan National Championship, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com, and MotoAmerica’s social platforms on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on-demand service, MotoAmerica Live+

About The Roadracing World Action Fund

The Roadracing World Action Fund, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to motorcycle racing safety education. Its mission is to help save lives and prevent injuries on the racetrack by encouraging and facilitating soft barrier deployment at racetracks across the U.S.

To learn more visit https://www.roadracingworld.com/actionfund/news/

MotoAmerica: Video Of Wayne Rainey’s Ride At Laguna Seca

ASBK: Supersport Riders Put On a Show at Phillip Island

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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ASBK: Supersport Riders Put On a Show at Phillip Island

Round six of the 2025 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul (ASBK) at Phillip Island on September 7 was a wonderfully unpredictable spectacle after a band of late morning rain turned race strategies on their head.

Conditions eventually eased – in Phillip Island’s very unique way – for the final wave of races across all classes, but not before championship aspirations were solidified for some and relegated to a knife-edge for others.

We’ve already reviewed the race-winning deeds of Josh Waters and Anthony West in SW-Motech Superbike, so let’s now delve into what transpired in the Kawasaki Supersport and Race and Road Supersport 300 classes.

Round six of the Australian Superbike Championship is supported by the Victorian Government via its Significant Sporting Events Program.

The Kawasaki Supersport overall top three: (L to R) Farnsworth, Simpson and Nelson. Photo RbMotoLens

Kawasaki Supersport and Supersport Next Gen

It was a massive power shift in Kawasaki Supersport from Saturday to Sunday.

After Archie McDonald’s sensational record-breaking performance in qualifying on the Stop and Seal Yamaha – and bike geometry woes for teammate and championship leader Jack Mahaffy – the prevailing view was “how far” for the Albury dasher in Sunday’s two 10-lap races.

But Mother Nature doesn’t always follow the script, with the first spots of rain appearing at the start of race one with riders on slicks.

Front row starter Jake Farnsworth (Yamaha) immediately sensed his opportunity, bolting from the start in an all-the-way triumph. It was his first victory in the category, and he was understandably elated: “I knew I had to get to the front and build into the race. It’s been so much hard work to get here, so this one’s special.”

Olly Simpson (BCperformance Kawasaki) was second ahead of Mahaffy and McDonald, who adopted a more cautious approach at the start before finding some late speed.

Tom Bramich (Yamaha) and Hayden Nelson (BCperformance Kawasaki) were fifth and sixth, while Tom Toparis (Stop and Seal Ducati) was the first Supersport Next Gen rider ahead of Luca Durning (DesmoSport Ducati) – a feat he would replicate in race two.

Farnsworth made the Supersport opener his own. Photo RbMotoLens.

The second outing saw riders on wet tyres on a drying track, making tyre management critical.

Toparis and Simpson immediately settled into a nice rhythm, and were 1-2 across the finish line ahead of Nelson, Farnsworth, McDonald, Mahaffy and Mitch Simpson (Yamaha).

Simpson (199pts) is now second in the standings, moving past McDonald (195pts), while Mahaffy (220pts) still leads. Nelson (165pts), Bramich (155pts) and Farnsworth (147pts) fill positions 4-6.

Race and Road Supersport 300

Three very different scenarios for the Race and Road Supersport 300 field, with race one held on a wet track, race two in drying conditions and race three on dry asphalt.

Through it all, championship leader Scott Nicholson (Kawasaki) showed the most composure with a 2-1-3 scorecard to claim the overall from Tyler King (Kawasaki, 1-15-2), Jordy Simpson (Yamaha, 4-9-5), Tara Morrison (Kawasaki, 3-DNF-1) and Phoenix O’Brien (Yamaha, 5-2-14).

Meanwhile, surprise polesitter Ghage Plowman (Yamaha) elected to sit out the races, instead focussing on his BLU CRU Oceania Junior Cup commitments.

Attrition was its highest in race one, with 17 riders going down – including Morrison and three others on the sighting lap. The first attempt at the race was red-flagged after Riley Nauta (Kawasaki) crashed at turn six and required medical assistance. He was okay, and returned for the balance of the program.

With an imposing lead of 67pts over Morrison (292 to 225), it’s now Nicholson’s championship to lose. Simpson (208pts), Jake Paige (Kawasaki, 190pts), King (190pts) and Hudson Thompson (Yamaha, 186pts) are next, with Simpson making the biggest inroads at Phillip Island – up from fifth to third.

Round six of the ASBK Championship will be held at One Raceway in Goulburn from October 3-5. To purchase tickets, click here.

For more information on the 2025 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul:

CIV: American Fernandez Scores Double P2

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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CIV: American Fernandez Scores Double P2

Front-row start (P3), two podiums, and cool-headed race craft set up a winner-takes-all finale at Mugello (Oct 4–5).

It was the kind of weekend you build championships on. From Thursday through Sunday Imola delivered perfect conditions—dry track and ~28°C (~82°F) ambient—and Jayden Fernandez put together a precise, professional performance on a circuit universally regarded as one of the trickiest to master on a motorcycle.

Qualifying

Seeing Imola for the first time, Fernandez adapted fast and qualified P3, securing a front-row start for both races.

Race 1 (Saturday)

A lightning launch put Fernandez in the lead within the opening corners. A three-rider group formed (Fernandez–Mattei–Benetti) and traded blows until an error dropped Benetti out of contention with five laps to go. Fernandez and Mattei then ran a relentless pace to the flag, with Fernandez finishing P2 after a hard, clean fight.

Race 1

Race 2 (Sunday)

Same script off the line: Fernandez holeshot to P1, while Mattei’s slow start left him back in sixth. Fernandez and Benetti broke away, lapping in the low 1:59s and opening clear air to the chasers. Mid-race the pace escalated: both riders set their fastest laps of the weekend— Benetti 1:58.0, Fernandez 1:58.2—six to eight tenths quicker than their qualifying times. Jayden controlled the race until the final lap, when Benetti slipped by at Rivazza 1. Fernandez tried to repay the move at the final chicane but couldn’t quite make it stick— another strong P2.

Race 2

With the Imola results, Fernandez now leads the standings by 12 points over Mattei. The title will be decided at the Mugello finale on October 4–5.

Jayden Fernandez on the podium after getting P2 at Imola. Photo courtesy Fernandez Racing.

Jayden Fernandez — rider quote:

“It was a very positive weekend and I’m happy with my performances—especially because I gained a few more points on my main rival. I arrive at Mugello ready to manage the 12-point lead, but I won’t change my approach. No ‘cruising’—I’ll keep building the weekend step by step with the goal to improve and be the fastest every time I go out. Big thanks to my parents for their incredible support, to my sister, and to the whole Team MMR for the great work we did together.”

BSB: Ryde Celebrates Triple Win At Donington Park

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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BSB: Ryde Celebrates Triple Win At Donington Park

Defending champion Kyle Ryde celebrated a career first treble victory in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at his home round of Donington Park, celebrating a hat trick of wins for Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha to hold the advantage in the title standings ahead of the Showdown, which kicks off at the TT Circuit Assen.

Ryde’s treble means the reigning champion takes a 28-point lead into the final three round Showdown as his closest rival Bradley Ray had his toughest weekend of the season, scoring a single podium finish in race three. The Raceways Yamaha team now prepare for the fight back as the points’ value ramps up for the final nine races of the title fight.

Scott Redding had been victorious in the first of the four races yesterday, but Ryde started the triple-header Sunday by striking back against the Hager PBM Ducati rider, holding off an attack on the penultimate lap to return to the top step of the podium for Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha.

Redding had launched off the line into the lead, but Ryde grabbed the advantage and the pair were inseparable throughout the 12-lap contest. The Hager PBM Ducati rider though was determined to try to make it a second victory with a move at Melbourne on the penultimate lap, but he ran wide and Ryde was straight back into the lead.

Meanwhile as Ryde returned to winning ways ahead of Redding, Rory Skinner added another podium finish to the tally for Cheshire Mouldings Ducati, breaking the pack behind him led by Ray who was fighting to regain ground after a nine place in yesterday’s opening race.

Podium picture from race 4 at Donington Park with, from left to right, Rory Skinner, Kyle Ryde and Scott Redding. Photo courtesy BSB.

Ryde then delivered a decisive second victory of the day, holding off both Ray and Redding after an intense battle for supremacy.

Redding had initially led the pack for Hager PBM Ducati ahead of Ryde and Christian Iddon with Ray holding fourth. The leading trio were in the battle with Ray making a move into third at Redgate.

The BMW Safety Car was deployed when Andrew Irwin crashed at the Fogarty Esses, leaving the stricken Honda in the track. Danny Kent then crashed in a separate incident during the Safety Car period. He was declared unfit for race four and following a CT scan on his right hand at hospital, the McAMS Racing Yamaha rider will be visiting a specialist tomorrow.

On the restart, Redding was leading the pack from Ryde, Ray, Iddon, Skinner and Tommy Bridewell. On lap seven, the defending champion was on the attack again and he took the lead into the Melbourne Hairpin on the brakes, but ran wide and his Hager PBM Ducati rival moved back ahead.

Ryde made a brave move on the inside at Craner Curves for the lead on lap eight, but Redding fought back at the Old Hairpin, before the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha rider reclaimed the position at Starkeys and claimed his second win of the day. Ray had taken advantage of the pair dicing, moving into second, and then held off Redding to the chequered flag to make a podium return.

Ryde’s dream Donington Park performance continued in the final race, taking the lead on the penultimate lap of race four from Skinner to increase his advantage to 28-points.

Ray launched into the lead ahead of Ryde at the start, but the race started with disaster for Redding as he dropped to fifth and then ran on at the Fogarty Esses to rejoin in seventh place.

Ryde was determined and seized the advantage making a move on Ray at Starkeys on the second lap, and the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha rider was holding the edge until lap four when he had a huge moment out of the seat on the exit of the Fogarty Esses.

Ryde dropped to third with the moment as Ray recaptured the lead and Skinner took the advantage to move second into the Melbourne Hairpin. The Cheshire Mouldings Ducati rider was then targeting Ray and a lap later, he moved into the front with a move at the Old Hairpin, with Ryde relegating Ray further into third at Starkeys on the same lap.

The group of four then included Leon Haslam as the Moto Rapido Ducati Racing rider closed the leading trio, but the BMW Safety Car was deployed when Richard Kerr had a heavy crash on the start line.

The pack had regrouped and then when the race resumed, Skinner was leading from Ryde, Ray, Haslam, Josh Brookes, Redding and Bridewell. However, Haslam was instantly on the attack, moving into third place at Redgate to ease Ray back to fourth and a lap later, Redding also moved ahead of the title contender.

Ryde made his strike for the lead on the penultimate lap with his hallmark overtake at Starkeys on Skinner. The defending champion was then able to hold him off to the chequered flag to complete a perfect day for the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha team.

Skinner was second as he completed a strong weekend to move back into third in the overall standings ahead of the Showdown, whilst Redding was able to steal the final podium position from Haslam on the final lap with a move at the Melbourne Hairpin, elevating himself from 12th to ninth in the overall standings.

BSB Race start at Donington Park. Photo courtesy BSB.

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 2 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +0.201s
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +3.826s
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) +5.379s
Andrew Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +8.301s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +8.400s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +9.284s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +9.747s
Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +12.642s
Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +12.888s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 3 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 1.222s
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +2.069s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 3.479s
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +4.310s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +4.663s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +5.086s
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +5.776s
Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +11.162s
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +11.735s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 4 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +0.444s
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +1.030s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +1.293s
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +2.622s
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +3.280s
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 3.948s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +4.190s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +4.373s
Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +4.868s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship standings:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) 354
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 326
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) 235
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) 231
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 207
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) 200
Danny Kent (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 200
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 172
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) 169
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) 156

For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com

KYLE RYDE – NITROUS COMPETITIONS RACING YAMAHA

“This is the best Sunday I’ve ever had in BSB – I’ve never done the triple before, so it feels great to get that one ticked off the list.

“Achieving these kind of results isn’t easy, so I’m proud of what the team and I have managed to achieve.

“I had a great feeling on the Yamaha R1 this weekend, and the team worked hard to make it even better.

“If Kyles-berg did Sundays, this is what they would be!

“I am excited to get to Assen in a couple of weeks’ time and aim for more of the same, but I have never ridden a big bike around there!”

AFT: Tickets Now On Sale For The 2026 Daytona Short Track

September 9, 2025

Mission AFT SuperTwins riders Dallas Daniels (32), Henry Wiles (911), Briar Bauman (3), Davis Fisher (67), and others race during the Round Two Main Event at the 2025 Daytona Short Track II. Photo by Tim Lester / courtesy American Flat Track.

On the heels of last weekend’s Springfield announcement of Progressive American Flat Track’s first-ever visit to Budd’s Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Md., fans now have another reason to start looking ahead to 2026.

General Admission and Standing Room Only (SRO) tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 DAYTONA Short Track I & II, set for March 5-6, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway. The high-intensity season opener will once again launch the Progressive American Flat Track season with a back-to-back doubleheader under the lights.

2-Day Pass: Buy Now
Thursday, March 5 – DAYTONA Short Track I: Buy Now
Friday, March 6 – DAYTONA Short Track II: Buy Now

Fans who want first crack at the best seats and premium experiences can sign up now for exclusive pre-sale access to all other ticket types: Pre-Sale Sign-Up.

Reserved ticket renewals will be offered first to all 2025 ticketholders before opening to the general public.

Even with the 2025 season still in full swing but coming to an end soon, anticipation is building for what’s to come in 2026. From the brand-new Maryland showdown at Budd’s Creek to the traditional Daytona doubleheader kickoff, the stage is being set for another unforgettable season of bar-banging, dirt-slinging, heart-pounding racing.

Lock in your spot now for the DAYTONA Short Track and get ready to be part of the thunder when the 2026 season roars to life.

But First:

Progressive American Flat Track will conclude an epic 2025 Grand National Championship season with the Arby’s Lake Ozark Short Track presented by Arrowhead Brass at Lake Ozark Speedway in Eldon, Missouri, on Saturday, September 13.

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/lake-ozark-short-track-126438 to purchase your tickets now.

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Sign up now and catch every second of on-track action starting with Practice & Qualifying and ending with the Victory Podium at the end of the night at https://flosports.link/aft.

FOX Sports coverage of the Springfield Mile II presented by Drag Specialties will air this Saturday, September 13, at  10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT).

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

2026 Golden State Mini & SuperMoto Series Coming To California

September 9, 2025

A Pro Supermoto start during an event run at Sonoma in July 2025 by the organizers of the new AMA-sanctioned Golden State Championship, with Bronson Pearce (132) leading AFM Champion Brenden Ketelsen (44), Adrain Sanchez (38), Sebastiao Ferreira (73) and the rest. Photo by Max Klein/Oxymoron photography/courtesy Tyler O'Hara.