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Bauman Takes Clutch Victory, Bromley Earns AdventureTrackers Crown at 78th Peoria TT

American Flat Track/Tim Lester]

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 16, 2025) – Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) claimed his third victory at the Peoria Motorcycle Club Race Park in this year’s 78th World Famous Peoria TT to add to his incredible 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. 

 

Bauman now hopes this triumph will pave the way to a third Grand National Championship as he extended his Mission AFT SuperTwins title advantage over rival Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) with just three rounds remaining. 

 

The opening lap of the Main Event actually played out in favor of Daniels with the partisan fans in Peoria, Illinois, cheering on the home state hero. While the holeshot went to Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), Daniels crucially edged Bauman as they negotiated Turn 1. Daniels then immediately looked to place Whale between him and his adversary to gain some early separation.  

 

Instead, Bauman executed off a pair of clutch maneuvers in rapid succession, diving under Daniels and then soaring past Whale over the jump as they powered down the subsequent straight.  

 

While Daniels followed Bauman through on Whale, he was unable to work out a way to reel the Rick Ware Racing star back in. Instead, the gap slowly stacked up to almost two seconds before Daniels finally made a late run to make it somewhat interesting in the end. However, Bauman’s lead was never put in serious jeopardy, and he took the race by 1.204 seconds at the checkered flag. 

 

The victory was Bauman’s seventh of the season and puts Daniels up against the wall in their championship battle. Bauman now leads 266-255, meaning the Estenson Racing ace needs to win out to assure himself the crown. 

 

Bauman said, “I felt really good all day. Once again, huge thanks to Dave (Zanotti) and Michelle (Disalvo). They worked their tails off. I’ve been (tough on them). We have a high standard because Dallas and his team are so darn good. We didn’t really think we’d be here at this stage, so now all the sudden, I’m like, ‘We’ve got to figure this out.’” 

 

After previously finishing inside the top five on five separate occasions at Peoria, Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke) at last got his first podium in the fabled TT by finishing a lonely third. 

 

He was followed home by wild card and Peoria resident Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Mike Butler Racing Mission Foods Yamaha MT-07), who worked his way past Whale to snatch away fourth. 

 

Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) finished sixth, one spot ahead of Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Progressive Insurance Honda Transalp), who had been the story of the race outside of Bauman and Daniels until a mechanical issue spoiled what had been a stirring charge. 

 

Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke), Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S), and Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Luczak Racing Yamaha MT-07) completed the top ten. 

 

AFT AdventureTrackers™ 

 

Dan Bromley (No. 62 Big Momma and Daddy Deep Pockets Suzuki V-Strom 1050) added yet another accolade to his already decorated flat track career by securing the 2025 AFT AdventureTrackers championship. 

 

Bromley came into Peoria with a healthy points advantage after collecting two wins and a runner-up finish during the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. As a result, he only had to keep it smart, safe, and on two wheels to successfully close out his title campaign on Saturday. 

 

And that’s exactly what he did. After rival Jesse Janisch (No. 33 WFOracingonline.com/Öhlins Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) grabbed the holeshot, Bromley momentarily tussled with Danny Eslick (No. 164 Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) for second before thinking better of it.  

 

Instead, he chose to sit safe in third and watch the showdown for the win transpire in front of him.  

 

There, Janisch did everything he could to keep it neat and tidy, while Eslick was happy to do the opposite, sending it over the jump with major air while bucking and sliding his way around the corners in hot pursuit. 

 

Eslick’s aggression put him in position to attempt a last-corner, last-lap pass on Janisch. However, it also saw him run off into the grass in that attempt. Janisch powered to the win while Bromley inherited second. Despite the mishap, Eslick recovered quickly enough to round out the podium. 

 

The victory was Janisch’s fifth overall at Peoria and in his third class (AFT Singles in 2015, 2016, and 2018, Mission Production Twins in 2022, and AFT AdventureTrackers in 2025).  

 

Janisch said, “It was a lot of fun. The track was a little bit nervous after the track prep. I was trying to ride really cautiously, and then I got way too cautious with two to go. Danny decided to send her, but luckily I heard him and saw it coming. I was able to square him up and get the win. Congrats to Dan. It was a little bit of a coulda-woulda-shoulda, but he won it. He was so good in Sturgis, and we just had that little fault.” 

 

Meanwhile, the championship is the second of his Progressive AFT career, adding to his 2017 AFT Singles title. 

“It feels good,” Bromley said. “We had a lot of success (in Sturgis). Me and Jesse were going to come here and fight tooth-and-nail, but unfortunately, he had an issue at the last race. That’s a bummer, but I know he gave it everything he had and he won today. But to be able to win this championship is pretty cool. It’s going to go up on the wall next to my Singles championship. And hopefully, there’s more to come.” 

 

Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro) finished fourth with Henry Wiles (No. 911 Walter Bros. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) rounding out the top five. 

 

AFT Singles presented by KICKER 

 

AFT Singles presented by KICKER title leader Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) closed out a monster day at the Peoria TT with an eight-second-plus blowout victory.  

 

The win checked off a handful of achievements for the Australian, including becoming just the sixth rider in class history to complete the Grand Slam while also equaling his own AFT Singles record for most consecutive podiums at nine. 

 

A huge twist in the fight for today’s checkered flag – as well as the 2025 championship – occurred well before the riders ever gridded up for the Main. ‘24 Peoria TT winner Chase Saathoff (No. 88 RWR/Parts Plus Honda CRF450R) suffered a big crash during qualifying, landing the jump awkwardly and being thrown over the high side of his machine just moments after claiming the top spot on the charts. The RWR star hit the ground hard in the fall and was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation, bringing his day at the track to an early conclusion. 

 

Drane’s path was further cleared when triple champion Kody Kopp (No. 1 Bob Lanphere/KTM/Fastrack Racing KTM 450 SX-F) – who had consistently ranked among the three fastest riders along with Drane and Saathoff throughout practice and qualifying – lost a chain landing the jump on the opening lap of his heat race. That forced him to the back row of the LCQ where he had to claw his way to a similarly disadvantageous starting slot in the Main Event. 

 

In the Main, Drane was momentarily dropped to second by ‘23 Peoria winner Trevor Brunner (No. 21 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R). But the Estenson Racing ace had an answer entering Turn 1 on Lap 2. Once back into the lead, Drane immediately stretched open a gap and continued to rip it open ever wider for the remainder of the contest. 

 

Drane later admitted that his 8.148-second margin of victory could have been even more lopsided if he hadn’t called off the dogs. He said, “Towards the end of that one, I looked back and saw I had a huge gap so I rolled it off a little. I didn’t need to do anything stupid at the end. I can’t thank my whole team enough with all the effort they put in. They had the bike working great all day. It’s been so easy for me just to get on and ride it because they had it set up so good. I hope Chase is doing all right. You don’t like to see that happen to anyone.”  

 

Despite starting from the back row, Kopp made himself a factor with an awesome start that saw him rail around the outside of the pack and slot into sixth coming out of Turn 2. 

 

From there, he quickly made his way up to third but was then stymied by Brunner in his repeated bids to steal away second. Their duel became a three-way scrap with the arrival of Tarren Santero (No. 75 Mission Roof Systems Honda CRF450R), who established himself as the master of the jump. 

 

Kopp and Santero then went back and forth while simultaneously looking for a way into second that never opened up. A bevy of inside and outside moves were executed (including one run through the grass by Santero) in the action-packed melee. In the end, Brunner held on for the runner-up position with Santero third and Kopp fourth. 

 

Just behind, the rolling Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust/ATV’s and More Yamaha YZ450F) closed in and nearly made it a four-way fight before accepting a strong fifth. 

 

Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Parts Bros Worldwide/D&D Cycles KTM 450 SX-F), Kage Tadman (No. 288 1st Impressions Racing Husqvarna FC450), Chad Cose (No. 49 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450), Thomas Herrick (No. 314 Davies Motorcycles Husqvarna FC450), and Jared Lowe (No. 63 Big R/Little Debbie Racing Honda CRF450R) finished sixth through tenth, respectively. 

 

As a result of his fifth win of 2025 combined with Saathoff’s DNS, Drane now boasts a commanding championship advantage of 39 points (253-214) with just three rounds remaining. Brunner is third at 195. 

 

Next Up: 

 

Progressive American Flat Track will go from one iconic event to another and not even have to leave the state to do so with the Springfield Mile I & II coming up next, on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31, at the Illinois State Fairgrounds, in Springfield, Illinois. 

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/springfield-mile-1-123252 to purchase your tickets for the Springfield Mile I. 

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/meespromotions/events/springfield-mile-day-2-125375 to purchase your tickets for the Springfield Mile II. 

 

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 78th World Famous Peoria TT, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 30, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT). 

 

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

 

 

American Flat Track/Tim Lester

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 8, 2025) – Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) got his revenge in the form of a convincing victory at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT to close out an epic three-round week for Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, during the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. 

 

Daniels and his Mission AFT SuperTwins title rival Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) appeared set on another collision course at the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club after their high-profile Tuesday clash.  

 

The two were again the riders to beat heading into the Main Event without much between them in terms of lap times. However, the sport’s all-time winningest TT rider, Henry Wiles (No. 911 DL Racing/HYMMC Yamaha MT-07), flashed his old form throughout the day and stood as the ultimate wild card. And that proved true, as he slotted between Daniels and Bauman as the race got underway. 

 

But less than two laps in, Wiles hit a neutral, allowing Bauman to slip past with relatively little effort. 

 

At that point the chase was on. While largely processional, it was still a rather tense affair, with Daniels opening up a couple tenths here and Bauman stealing them back there. Eventually, however, the Estenson Racing star outlasted the RWR title leader’s pursuit and expanded that lead to a massive 5.781-second advantage by the time he took the checkered flag. 

 

After the race, Daniels said, “(After Tuesday), I was just thinking I wanted to get to the next race, and I wanted to win. I knew that this track would kind of be in my wheelhouse; it’s what I grew up on. I felt like on Monday and Tuesday I was riding really good. Things were gelling, and this year we really haven’t been gelling like we did last year. We were starting to find our groove, and… well, everybody knows what happened. I don’t need to sit up here and talk about it. But a great rebound. It’s a good win. I just can’t thank my whole Estenson Racing Monster Energy Yamaha team enough. They stick behind me no matter what.” 

 

Wiles tagged on behind Bauman for a time before fading from that pace to find himself haunted by Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke). Unfortunately for Fisher, he encountered mechanical issues before he could make a move, and his potential podium was transformed into a disappointing 11th. It also cost him a golden opportunity to make up serious ground on third-ranked Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R), who had earlier encountered issues of his own to wind up 12th. 

 

That left Wiles safe in third, and he earned a second premier-class podium this season despite taking part in only half the races to date. 

 

Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke) inherited fourth with Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S) adding yet another top five to his collection. 

 

Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Luczak Racing Yamaha MT-07), Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), James Ott (No. 19 G&G Racing Yamaha MT-07), Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Progressive Insurance Honda Transalp), and Logan McGrane (No. 14 Schaeffer's Motorsport KTM 790 Duke) rounded out the top ten. 

 

Following 12 of 16 rounds, Bauman leads the tightened title chase over Daniels by seven points (243-236). Robinson remains third at 164, followed by Fisher at 148, and VanDerKooi at 142. 

 

AFT AdventureTrackers™ 

 

Dan Bromley (No. 62 Big Momma and Daddy Deep Pockets Suzuki V-Strom 1050) claimed a big win and grabbed a commanding title lead in AFT AdventureTrackers action with just next Saturday’s race in Peoria remaining to determine the championship. 

 

The contest was expected to be another shootout between Bromley and Jesse Janisch (No. 33 WFOracingonline.com/Öhlins Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250), and that’s how the race initially took shape. 

 

While Bromley held down first off the line, Janisch was looking racy in second, repeatedly attempting to square up his rival to steal away first. However, that bid ended in unconventional fashion, with pieces of Janisch’s machine, including the rear seat, falling loose moments before he crashed from contention. 

 

Bromley then cruised on to claim an easy win of some 3.596 seconds. He said, “Not saying there was a lot of development that went into this bike, but there are a lot of great people who came behind (this program). Seat Concepts came through and gave us a tall seat that was a huge help, and Drew Smith at Works Enduro went through the suspension and made sure it wasn’t a pogo stick. Big shout out to those guys, my parents, and my family watching back at home.” 

 

Janisch’s fall put Austin Luczak (No. 188 Memphis Shades/Black Hills Powersports Honda Africa Twin) in second but only momentarily, as he found himself immediately under fire by a big crew of big names.  

 

Ultimately, he gave way, with Danny Eslick (No. 164 Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) working his way through to take second.  

 

Third went to TT legend Henry Wiles (No. 911 Walter Bros. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) after he fought up from the back of the field after crashing early in an incident that brought out the red flag. 

 

Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro) passed up to fourth, while Luczak followed up his first career Progressive AFT podium with a third top five in five days. 

 

Following three of four rounds, Bromley leads Janisch 65-51. Eslick is third at 45, followed closely by Luczak (43), Wiles (42), and Gauthier (41). 

 

AFT Singles presented by KICKER 

 

Chase Saathoff (No. 88 RWR/Parts Plus Honda CRF450R) closed out a bountiful trip to Sturgis with his second AFT Singles presented by KICKER victory this week. 

 

Even better for the Rick Ware Racing runner, his title hopes were further boosted by the efforts of fellow Illinois native Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust/ATV’s and More Yamaha YZ450F), who held off Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) to score his maiden Progressive AFT podium in second. 

 

However, before aiding Saathoff’s championship chances, RoosEvans had proven a huge thorn in his side. The two- and four-wheel ace hounded Saathoff deep into the contest, utilizing some creative lines in an attempt to uncover a path around the leader. 

 

Once it became clear that wasn’t going to happen, RoosEvans did what he needed to in order to keep the hard-charging Drane behind him to the checkered flag. 

 

As a result, Saathoff reduced his title deficit from 23 points to a more manageable 16 (230-214) as he prepares to defend his home turf next weekend at the fabled Peoria TT where he won a year ago. 

 

“It was a tough one,” Saathoff said. “I could feel (RoosEvans) the whole time. I was a little bit slower in (Turns) 1 and 2 in the Short Track (section). I tried not to bobble and that’s about it. I just stayed consistent and held my line. I can’t thank the whole team enough. We started off this day super slow. I got really good starts, which is pretty rare for me. And every time I got in the lead, I just held my line and did what I know how to do.” 

 

Bradon Pfanders (No. 83 Hannum’s HD/Pfanders Racing KTM 450 SX-F) overtook Tarren Santero (No. 75 Mission Roof Systems Honda CRF450R) for fourth just before half-distance and stayed in that position for the duration. 

 

Santero, however, continued to go backwards. Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 D&D Certified Racing KTM 450 SX-F), Trevor Brunner (No. 21 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), Jared Lowe (No. 63 Big R/Little Debbie Racing Honda CRF450R), and Kage Tadman (No. 288 Roof Systems/Old Oak Ranch KTM 450 SX-F) all took advantage of a difficult last couple of laps for Santero (who’d looked like a potential winner earlier in the day) to finish fifth through eighth, respectively. 

 

FIM Supermoto ace Bronson Pearce (No.132 A1R Racing, FRA Trust Yamaha YZ450F) finished one position behind Santero to complete the top ten. 

 

Next Up: 

 

Progressive American Flat Track will now travel directly to one of the sport’s most iconic events – the World Famous Peoria TT – on Saturday, August 16, at the Peoria Motorcycle Club in Peoria, Illinois.  

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/peoriamotorcycleclub/events/2025-peoria-tt-129191 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 Jackpine Gypsies Super TT, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, August 24, at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT). 

 

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

 

 

 

78th Peoria TT the Battleground for Pivotal Moment in 2025 Grand National Championship 

American Flat Track / Scott Hunter]

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 12, 2025) – Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will complete a run of four races in less than two weeks with one of its most iconic events: the World Famous Peoria TT on Saturday, August 16, at the Peoria Motorcycle Club in Peoria, Illinois. 

 

The Masters of Peoria 

 

This year marks the 78th edition of the fabled race, one that fans reliably flock to in droves to watch from the hillsides of its spectacular natural amphitheater, as well as one that aspiring dirt trackers from all over the world dream of someday winning. 

 

Despite its long history, the winners list remains shockingly exclusive, as each victory has been jealously guarded by an elite cadre of Peoria TT masters. 

 

In its most recent 38 runnings, there have been just nine different winners. At the top of that list, of course, stands 14-time race winner “King” Henry Wiles, followed closely by Chris Carr, who earned the moniker “The Prince of Peoria” by conquering the prestigious event 13 times. 

 

The most recent certified master of the Peoria TT is JD Beach, who won three straight from 2021-2023. 

 

This trend is not a recent development, not even in a relative sense. Joe Leonard claimed seven wins here from 1954-1961, Bart Markel took six from 1960-1968, and Dick Mann racked up five between 1959-1972. 

 

In fact, this tendency towards the emergence of Peoria dominators pre-dates the Grand National Championship’s initiation as a season-long affair in 1954, as Roger Soderstrom claimed five straight Peoria TT wins from 1949-1953. 

 

Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) is on the cusp of earning his Peoria TT master’s degree. He owns two wins in the race (2019 and 2024) and has finished on the podium every year since the Mission AFT SuperTwins class brought the big bikes back to the track in 2017. 

 

And the Rick Ware Racing hero may actually need to earn that distinction with a third-career Peoria TT victory this weekend if he hopes to secure a third premier-class title in 2025. More on that in a bit. 

 

If Only 

 

And yet, all of the above does not necessarily make Bauman the slam-dunk favorite to win this weekend. 

 

Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) has everything necessary to be a Peoria TT master himself – everything minus the consistent record of results at the venue to back the claim up. 

 

Hailing from nearby Mattoon, Illinois, Daniels was that quintessential kid who daydreamed of Peoria TT glory as he rose up through the ranks. And he got it – in a big way – when he crushed a stacked AFT Singles field in 2019 to score his maiden Progressive AFT victory as a 16-year-old rookie. 

 

Armed with both sublime flat track and road racing skills, Daniels is a proven TT superstar – talents once again put to good use in last Friday’s Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. However, his relationship with the Peoria TT since that initial breakthrough has been decidedly mixed. 

 

If you’ll recall, Daniels returned to the venue in 2021 (there was no Grand National Championship round at Peoria in 2020 due to the global pandemic) with sky high expectations. Instead, the visit turned out to be a nightmare, marred by two huge crashes in the Main Event, resulting in a 16-place finish. 

 

His first attempt in the premier class in 2022 went significantly better – a respectable third. However, despite being the fastest rider throughout qualifying, he suffered from a poor start in the Main that likely prevented him from challenging for the win. 

 

And then In 2023, Daniels crashed out of second place with just over a lap remaining, handing the championship lead over to Jared Mees in the process. 

 

And 2024 was the worst of all… He didn’t even make it to Peoria. Daniels suffered an accident in training while prepping for the TT, which effectively ended his title campaign after having previously built up an imposing championship advantage. 

 

Of all of the visits, however, this one might be the most critical in the Estenson Racing star’s lifelong quest to win the Grand National Championship. 

 

Here’s What’s on the Line 

 

Four races remain to determine this season’s Mission AFT SuperTwins title – this weekend’s Peoria TT, the Springfield Mile I & II, and the Lake Ozark Short Track finale – while just seven points separate Bauman from Daniels at the top of the championship order. 

 

Consider the following: 

 

Daniels’ didn’t just win at the season’s only prior Mile in DuQuoin, he looked to hold a rather significant speed advantage over Bauman while doing so. In fact, come Springfield, Bauman may need to be concerned about more than just Daniels alone. Another Yamaha podium lockout like the one that took place in DuQuoin that could prove catastrophic to his title ambitions. 

 

Springfield I & II Advantage: Daniels 

 

The subsequent Lake Ozark ST finale will mark the season’s ninth Short Track. While Daniels doubled at the DAYTONA ST opener, Bauman will head into the season’s finale race having beaten Daniels at six consecutive Short Tracks (with five wins in those six). 

 

Lake Ozark Short Track Advantage: Bauman 

 

Imagine the very real scenario in which Daniels and Bauman go 1-2 twice at Springfield and 2-1 at Lake Ozark. If that were to happen, setting aside this weekend’s results at Peoria, Bauman will have accumulated 304 points to Daniels 301. 

 

If you factor a Bauman/Daniels Peoria TT 1-2 into that equation, Bauman wins 327-320. 

 

Now if you instead factor in a Daniels/Bauman Peoria TT 1-2, Daniels wins 324-323. 

 

Yeah, this weekend is big. 

 

And Here’s Who Could Make Things Even More Interesting 

 

Of course, the title rivals are not the only riders on track. Others can still play the spoiler, the same way James Ott (No. 19 G&G Racing Yamaha MT-07) and Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Luczak Racing Yamaha MT-07) did in DuQuoin. 

 

And this weekend we have the “King” of all spoilers in attendance: Henry Wiles (No. 911 DL Racing/HYMMC Yamaha MT-07). 

 

Despite being both a part-time racer and shouldering double-duty at Sturgis, Wiles scooped up podiums at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT in both Mission AFT SuperTwins and AFT AdventureTrackers™. 

 

And the 19-time TT winner didn’t just do that, he also looked awfully competitive with Daniels and Bauman while doing so, at least for stretches. Now just imagine how strong he might be in his return to the venue where he built his legend. 

 

Another rider to keep a close eye on is Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke), who has long, albeit somewhat quietly, stood as a very good Peoria TT rider. 

 

“Quiet” only because he has yet to podium at the track since joining the premier class in 2015. However, ‘15 is also the only year of his Mission AFT SuperTwins career in which he finished worse than seventh in the Peoria TT, finishing inside the top five on five occasions with three runs to fourths. 

 

While VDK faces an uphill climb in the attempt to finish the season ranked third in the championship, he does have an opportunity to make serious inroads with a big weekend in Peoria. 

 

VanDerKooi should have an advantage here over third-ranked Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) and fourth-ranked Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke). That said, it’s worth noting that Robinson has steadily improved at Peoria over the years to the point that he finished fifth at the track a season ago, and Fisher was on it at this past week’s Super TT before equipment failure cost him a shot at a podium. 

 

And finally, don’t rule out top-three efforts from Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S) and Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), a pair of riders who have stood on the top of the podium in Peoria before while competing in other classes. 

 

AFT Singles Presented by KICKER 

 

Two years ago, Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) appeared to be well on his way to cruising to a Peoria TT victory. 

 

However, a late-race red flag forced a restart, at which point he got shuffled down to second by then-teammate Trevor Brunner (No. 21 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R). 

 

Consequently, Drane is still seeking his first TT win – something of an upset considering his roadracing bonafides. 

 

The Australian now ranks third all-time with 15 career AFT Singles victories. Adding that TT win this weekend would leave him just three wins shy of Shayna Texter-Bauman for second on that list while making him just the sixth rider in history to hit the AFT Singles Grand Slam. 

 

It would also prove a huge step towards his first class crown, as we’ll explain momentarily. 

 

Saathoff Still (Barely) In Control of His Own Destiny 

 

Chase Saathoff (No. 88 RWR/Parts Plus Honda CRF450R) is one of the five riders to have won a Mile, Half-Mile, TT, and Short Track in AFT Singles action. Saathoff’s first TT triumph, of course, came here in his home state one year ago. 

 

He added a second TT win this past Friday at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. There Saathoff was given a little bit of championship help by his fellow Illinois native, Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust/ATV’s and More Yamaha YZ450F), who kept Drane at bay in third. 

 

As a result, Saathoff moved to within 16 points of Drane in the title chase (230-214) – a critical margin with four races to go. 

 

The gap is near enough that if Saathoff were to go on a tear and win from here out, he would be the 2025 AFT Singles Champion, even if Drane managed to finish second in all of those races (in that case, producing a tie at 306 with Saathoff getting the nod via tiebreaker with seven hypothetical wins to Drane’s four). 

 

While demanding that Saathoff win five races in a row to close out the ‘25 season is a mighty big ask (only Dallas Daniels’ six-race win streak in 2020 is longer in class history), it may prove necessary considering Drane’s consistent excellence. 

 

From the end of the ‘24 season to the early stages of the ‘25 campaign, the Estenson Racing pilot assembled the longest podium streak in class history, which finally concluded at nine when he finished fourth at the Ventura Short Track.  

 

He’s since gone on to stack up the second longest such streak ever, which now stands at eight at counting.  

 

That said, Saathoff has been similarly strong week-in and week-out, as he’s actively working a historically significant seven-race podium streak of his own. 

 

The X Factor 

 

Of course, another rather significant variable has been added to that championship equation this weekend in the form of reigning triple AFT Singles champion Kody Kopp (No. 1 Bob Lanphere/KTM/Fastrack Racing KTM 450 SX-F). 

 

Kopp is a late addition to this weekend’s entry list, and his presence will most certainly be felt. While he’s spent the bulk of his 2025 season focused on his roadracing aspirations, Kopp did make a guest appearance at the DAYTONA Short Track double opener and promptly swept both races. 

 

While he’s accomplished just about everything one can do in the class – Kopp boasts more titles and race wins than any other rider in AFT Singles history for starters – he has yet to win the Peoria TT. He’s come close, however, finishing on the podium and mere fractions of a second behind the winner in each of his last two attempts. 

 

But even if he’s just trying to take care of some unfinished business, that business could have massive championship implications for Drane and Saathoff. Kopp poses both a threat and an opportunity to the title fighters – a rider with the potential to steal vital points away from them, their opponent, or both, depending on the order in which they cross the stripe. 

 

Brunner and Company 

 

Other than the aforementioned Brunner, no other rider is in even mathematical contention for the ‘25 title. As for Brunner – his chances are effectively mathematical and mathematical only, as he trails Drane by a massive 54-point margin. 

 

But he (and the rest of the crew) can still play a role in determining who wins. As we mentioned before, Brunner has proven he can beat the likes of Drane and Saathoff in Peoria, and he’s got little to prevent him from going for broke this weekend. 

 

The same is true for RoosEvans – fresh off his maiden Progressive AFT podium – who would love to add another in front of his home fans. 

 

Meanwhile, Tarren Santero (No. 75 Mission Roof Systems Honda CRF450R), Evan Renshaw (No. 65 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450), and Jared Lowe (No. 63 Big R/Little Debbie Racing Honda CRF450R) finished fourth through sixth, here a year ago. 

 

And  up-and-comers Kage Tadman (No. 288 Roof Systems/Old Oak Ranch KTM 450 SX-F), Bradon Pfanders (No. 83 Hannum’s HD/Pfanders Racing KTM 450 SX-F), and Evan Kelleher (No. 31 Schaeffer's Motorsports KTM 450 SX-F) are capable of springing an upset at any moment. 

 

Amped for a Day of Racing Theatrics at the Amphitheater 

 

There will be plenty beyond just the race action for fans to enjoy throughout the day on Saturday, including numerous vendors, expansive food and beverage options, and dedicated motorcycle parking. 

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets are just $30 (kids 12 and under free with a paid adult General Admission ticket). 

 

For $125 (all ages), fans can purchase a VIP ticket, which includes admission to the Turn 1 VIP lounge – located in an air conditioned building that overlooks the entire track – food and beverage, a swag bag, and VIP parking. 

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/peoriamotorcycleclub/events/2025-peoria-tt-129191 to secure your tickets today. 

 

Gates will open at 9:00 a.m. ET/6:00 a.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT. 

 

How to Watch 

 

FloRacing 

 

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast. 

 

FS1 

 

FOX Sports coverage of the 78th World Famous Peoria TT, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 30, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT). 

 

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

 

american Flat Track / Scott Hunter]

 

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 11, 2025) – 13 days, four races, one national championship. On the heels of three highly entertaining races held during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the 2025 AFT AdventureTrackers™ title will be decided this Saturday, August 16, when Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, returns to the World Famous Peoria TT at the Peoria Motorcycle Club in Peoria, Illinois. 

 

Bromley in Command 

 

Thanks to two wins and a second in Sturgis, Dan Bromley (No. 62 Big Momma and Daddy Deep Pockets Suzuki V-Strom 1050) comes into the 78th Peoria TT the heavy favorite to claim the AFT AdventureTrackers crown. 

 

The tall and lanky Bromley hustled and muscled the 500-pound Suzuki V-Strom around both the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club’s diminutive Short Track and its hybrid Super TT circuit with plenty of style and apparent ease. 

 

And he did so in impressively rapid fashion, pushing the near stock (enough so, in fact, that Bromley rode the bike down Main Street between races) to lap times not too far off those posted in the premier class. 

 

With a 14-point advantage, all Bromley needs to do is finish eighth or better and the title is his no matter what anyone else does. 

 

It would be yet another career accomplishment for the decorated Bromley, who already boasts an AFT Singles title, a Mission Production Twins race win, and multiple Mission AFT SuperTwins top fives. 

 

In fact, the on-form Bromley is threatening to collect a number of milestones yet this season. He’s seeking not just the AFT AdventureTrackers title, but to secure his first career Mission AFT SuperTwins podium (he’s finished fifth or better five times this season, highlighted by a pair of fours along with a Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge win), and take Suzuki to its first twin-cylinder premier-class podium Briar Bauman earned his first in the class aboard a Suzuki SV1000 way back in 2013. 

 

Pulling off that trifecta would put a much deserved spotlight on the sometimes underappreciated Bromley. 

 

In Search of Redemption 

 

The hope for a head-to-head showdown between Bromley and Jesse Janisch (No. 33 WFOracingonline.com/Öhlins Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) fell to pieces when Janisch’s bike broke and he slid to the grid while pushing his rival for the win at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. 

 

In contrast to Bromley’s deceptively smooth style on the big AFT AdventureTracker bike, Janisch is all action, sliding and powering his Harley around with aplomb.  

 

While he’ll need a lot of help to steal the title away from Bromley at this point, the best way he can help himself is by winning this weekend. 

 

Janisch has proven his prodigious Peoria potential repeatedly over the years, winning three times at the circuit in AFT Singles action (2015, 207, and 2018), and then again on a Mission Production Twins machine in 2022, that time by more than 12 seconds. 

 

While Janisch’s record and desperation may give him an edge, Bromley is strong at Peoria as well, as evidenced by his 2021 win at the venue over Janisch and co. in Mission Production Twins duty. 

 

The Wiles Card 

 

As notable as they are, neither Bromley nor Janisch (nor anyone else in the history of motorcycle dirt track racing) can boast a career record at the Peoria TT that measures up to that of Henry Wiles (No. 911 Walter Bros. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250). 

Wiles famously owns 14 premier-class wins in the race (coming in 14 successive attempts between 2004 and 2018). He also added a 15th in AFT Singles competition in 2021 only to have that win later stripped via disqualification. 

 

While Wiles has already been eliminated from championship contention, he could get that 15th victory back and further his legend in the fabled event. 

 

He’s already demonstrated plenty of aptitude on the AFT AdventureTrackers machine, scoring one podium and losing out on another due to a last-lap mechanical mishap in Sturgis. 

 

Last Chance for Glory 

 

The season finale presents one last shot at AFT AdventureTrackers glory. 

 

Austin Luczak (No. 188 Memphis Shades/Black Hills Powersports Honda Africa Twin) already claimed his share of that when he garnered his first-career Progressive AFT podium with a third-place finish at the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II. 

 

Luczak, whose previous claim to Progressive AFT fame was a fifth-place run in AFT Singles at the 2012 Lima Half-Mile, could really make his mark by scoring a maiden pro win. 

 

Doing so would also assure him of at least third in the final standings. He’s currently a close fourth and embroiled in a tight fight for the honor with four-time Daytona 200 Danny Eslick (No. 164 Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250), Wiles, and 2019 AFT Single champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro).  

 

That’s some pretty impressive company Luczak is currently keeping, isn’t it? 

 

Beam Me Up Hunter 

 

Four different makes have featured on the AFT AdventureTrackers podium in just three races this season: Suzuki, Harley-Davidson, Honda, and Triumph. 

 

It might be up to Hunter Bauer (No. 24 Vinson Construction/Memphis Shades/Corbin BMW F 900 GS) to make it five in four. 

 

The Canadian is capable – he finished on the podium in AFT Singles in 2022 and has twice finished fourth in the class this season. While his best finish in AFT AdventureTrackers is a seventh, he’s shown the potential for more on the BMW, registering fourth-place qualifying performances at both the Short Track and Super TT last week. 

 

Amped for a Day of Racing Theatrics at the Amphitheater 

 

There will be plenty beyond just the race action for fans to enjoy throughout the day on Saturday, including numerous vendors, expansive food and beverage options, and dedicated motorcycle parking. 

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets are just $30 (kids 12 and under free with a paid adult General Admission ticket). 

 

For $125 (all ages), fans can purchase a VIP ticket, which includes admission to the Turn 1 VIP lounge – located in an air conditioned building that overlooks the entire track – food and beverage, a swag bag, and VIP parking. 

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/peoriamotorcycleclub/events/2025-peoria-tt-129191 to secure your tickets today. 

 

Gates will open at  9:00 a.m. ET/6:00 a.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT. 

 

How to Watch 

 

FloRacing 

 

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast. 

 

FS1 

 

FOX Sports coverage of the 78th World Famous Peoria TT, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 30, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT). 

 

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

 

 

Electric Grand National Championship Fight Resumes with Jackpine Gypsies Super TT 

American Flat Track/Tim Lester]

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 7, 2025) – There’s no time to rest at the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. With the dirt barely settled following this week’s dramatic Short Track doubleheader, the 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, resumes tomorrow with the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT at the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club in Sturgis, South Dakota, on Friday, August 8. 

 

As a result, there’s been almost no time for the tension to dissipate after the intensity of an already red-hot Grand National Championship battle was ratcheted up significantly at the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II. 

 

It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s… Super TT! 

 

By definition, TTs tend to spice things up by adding a righthand corner and a jump in contrast to the series’ more conventional oval races. A “Super TT” uses that base as a starting point and adds from there.  

 

Friday’s race marks the fourth race in Progressive AFT history to get the Super TT moniker. The three prior – the 2019 Arizona Super TT, 2021 Atlanta Super TT, and 2023 Arizona Super TT – set themselves apart by adding either extra jumps or rights or via the inclusion of pavement sections. 

 

A couple of other TTs could have easily been adorned with the “Super” prefix (think the DAYTONA TT that incorporated the track’s high banks or last year’s Sturgis TT, which wove through downtown), so we won’t attempt to get overly scientific with our labeling. But just understand that it means this week’s track will not feature a run-of-the-mill layout by anyone’s definition. 

 

Pavement sections, multiple righthanders, and a wide variety of corner radii will put the world’s elite motorcycle dirt trackers to the test. 

 

All three prior Super TTs were won by JD Beach, who ranks as among history’s greatest TTers with an ideal blend of flat track and roadracing expertise. 

 

While Beach will be an observer this time around, Super TTs also happen to be right in the wheelhouse of this year’s Mission AFT SuperTwins title fighters.  

 

But really, what tracks aren’t? 

 

Bauman vs. Daniels 

 

At various points in the sport’s past, the TTs provided non-championship contenders a chance to step forward and shine. Versatile riders hailing from other two-wheeled disciplines, armed with serious experience negotiating righthand turns and passing under brakes, could sometimes steal the spotlight. 

 

This is not one of the points. 

 

The series’ leading oval racers also happen to be its most well rounded. 

 

In the three prior Super TTs, championship leader Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) logged finishes of second, third, and third.  

 

Meanwhile, second-ranked Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) finished as runner-up to teammate Beach at the ‘23 Arizona Super TT – his only attempt in the category as a premier-class pilot. 

 

The ‘19 Arizona Super TT took place before he had turned 16. However, Daniels was able to properly showcase the skills that earned him both the 2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track and Road Race Horizon Awards at the ‘21 Atlanta Super TT. There the Estenson Racing star doubled up with wins in AFT Singles presented by KICKER and Mission Production Twins. 

 

This week’s circuit also includes pavement sections, a fact that could make him tough to beat. 

 

Head-to-head, Bauman and Daniels have proven well matched at TTs – just as they have virtually everywhere else. 

 

Since Daniels stepped up to the premier class in 2022, he has the edge over Bauman in terms of wins (1-0) when pit against one another in direct TT competition. Bauman, meanwhile, owns the advantage in terms of podiums (4-3). Daniels missed both of last year’s TTs due to injury, and while he was away, Bauman snared 1-2 results. 

 

Already considered the clear co-favorites who were likely to do battle at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT, that likelihood carries all the more significance following their hugely consequential clash on Tuesday, which left Daniels with an expanded championship deficit to contend with and in serious need of turning the tables back in his favor. 

 

Spoiler Alert 

 

Just because Bauman and Daniels stand as the firm favorites, that doesn’t eliminate the possibility of a spoiler or two springing a surprise. 

 

During the aforementioned span (2022-present), Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke) is the only other rider competing this weekend in the premier class to have earned a TT podium (third at last year’s pavement-centric Sturgis TT). VDK has been a consistently strong TT contender, finishing in the top five on five occasions over that time period. 

 

Of course, the field also includes the sport’s all-time winningest TT rider. Henry Wiles (No. 911 DL Racing/HYMMC Yamaha MT-06) boasts 19 career TT wins, albeit the vast majority coming at Peoria and the most recent of those seven years back. But Wiles was on the Mission AFT SuperTwins podium earlier this season and finished 4th in the 2023 Castle Rock TT, so there’s plenty of evidence to suggest he could be a player come Friday. 

 

While not generally considered a TT standout, Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke) did finish fourth in last year’s Sturgis TT. 

 

A similar caveat can be made regarding Tuesday winner Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R). TTs have long been considered the weak point in his otherwise championship-caliber game, however, Robinson has steadily improved in the discipline over the years to the point that he managed to break into the top five at last year’s race in Peoria. 

 

And don’t forget about Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) and Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S), a pair of riders who demonstrated strong TT skills prior to stepping up to the premier-class ranks. 

 

AFT Singles Presented by KICKER 

 

Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) continued his assault on the AFT Singles record books with an inspiring come-from-behind victory in Tuesday’s Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II despite competing while under the weather. 

 

The Australian, who has opened up a rather commanding championship advantage – already ranks third in career class wins, fourth in Short Track wins, and has followed up the longest podium streak in AFT Singles history (eight) with another (six and counting) that stands third best all-time. 

 

Besides the #1 plate, one of the few major accomplishments yet eluding Drane is his inclusion among the class’ Grand Slammers. He could rectify that as early as Friday, and his road racing background makes him a huge threat to do precisely that at the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. 

 

Standing In His Path… 

 

If Drane succeeds in that achievement, he’ll become just the sixth rider to ever do it. 

 

Looking to prevent him from joining the list is a field that includes more than half the riders to have already completed the AFT Singles Grand Slam: second-ranked Chase Saathoff (No. 88 RWR/Parts Plus Honda CRF450R), third-ranked Trevor Brunner (No. 21 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), and 2019 class champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Parts Bros Worldwide/D&D Cycles KTM 450 SX-F). 

 

They are far from the only riders who could make things difficult for Drane on Friday. Tarren Santero (No. 75 Mission Roof Systems Honda CRF450R), has shown himself to be an excellent TT rider, and Friday’s track should play to the strengths of Supermoto ace Bronson Pearce (No. 132 Mike Helm/Scott Cason Yamaha YZ450F). 

 

And who knows what to expect from this year’s breakout crop of rookies, led by two-time winner and four-time podium finisher Kage Tadman (No. 288 Roof Systems/Old Oak Ranch KTM 450 SX-F)? 

 

We will find out soon enough. 

 

AFT AdventureTrackers™ 

 

Don’t look now, but the 2025 AFT AdventureTrackers championship race that only just left the starting blocks and is already halfway complete. 

 

The title fight now comes down to two decisive TTs. 

 

That’s good news for co-championship leader Dan Bromley (No. 62 Big Momma and Daddy Deep Pockets Suzuki V-Strom 1050) – a fine TTer – and even better news for the rider he’s tied with, Jesse Janisch (No. 33 WFOracingonline.com/Öhlins Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250), who stands as among the best TT riders to come up through the ranks in recent memory. 

 

Despite their credentials, this is unlikely to be a two-rider show. The AFT AdventureTrackers field is loaded with certified and potential TT aces. 

 

Right on their heels is third-ranked Austin Luczak (No. 188 Memphis Shades/Black Hills Powersports Honda Africa Twin), who backed up an impressive fourth on Monday by scoring his first-career Progressive AFT podium in third on Tuesday. 

 

And as already stated, no one has won more TTs in the sport’s history than Henry Wiles (No. 911 Walter Bros. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250), while Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro) has proven he has the goods as well. 

 

Meanwhile, Danny Eslick (No. 164 Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250) and Brandon Paasch (No. 196 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro) might just have an edge on pavement and on the brakes due to their extensive roadracing backgrounds. 

 

However it shakes out, with the spotlight shining down on 500+ pounds of versatile big-bore Dual Adventure equipment, it’s destined to be very interesting and highly entertaining. 

 

There Ain’t No Party Like a Sturgis Party… 

 

The 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has already delivered, and Friday’s action at the track will only add to what’s been an incredible week of festivities.  

 

Once again, the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club will host a Fan Party – complete with a Rider Q&A session – leading up to Opening Ceremonies each night. Friday’s spectators will also be treated to big-screen coverage of all the race action, DJ’d music to maintain the energy all day and night, numerous vendors, designated motorcycle parking, a variety of food and beverage options, and fireworks. 

 

And don’t miss the Ride-In Bike Show hosted by V-Twin Daily. Show off your bike and see if you can’t claim some of the $2500 in cash put for grabs courtesy of Bell Helmets, with awards going out for Best of Show, Best Paint, Best Bagger, Best Clubstyle, and AFT Best Tracker. 

 

Get Your Tickets Now 

 

H.O.G. members can purchase a H.O.G. Membership Ticket for $45 (all ages), which grants access to both a dedicated parking area and reserved seating, along with a special event lanyard and H.O.G. “Championship Bell.” 

 

Fans also have the option to select Portable Stadium Chair Seating for $70 (all ages), which includes a complimentary stadium chair complete with the event logo that can be used in a tiered seating area along the front stretch of the track. 

 

Finally, the VIP Ticket ($99 all ages) provides access to a tented area that overlooks the track, complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, beer for purchase, and Reserved Grandstand seating. 

 

Click HERE to secure your tickets today. 

 

Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT. 

 

How to Watch 

 

FloRacing 

 

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast. 

 

FS1 

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, August 24, at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT). 

 

Bauman, Saathoff Step Up the Challenge & Janisch Gets Adventurous at Jackpine Gypsies ST I 

 

 

American Flat Track/Tim Lester]

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 4, 2025) – They say good things come in threes. That is certainly the case at the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, as this week in Sturgis, South Dakota, includes three Progressive American Flat Track rounds, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. And the first of those three – tonight’s Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I – both featured the Mission Triple Challenge format and added a third class to the mix with the much anticipated return of the AFT AdventureTrackers™. 

 

Meanwhile, two-time Grand National Champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) is currently on a mission to up his Mission AFT SuperTwins title tally to match the #3 on his number plate. 

 

He took another step in that direction with his sixth victory of the season, which came following a(nother) knock-down, drag-out battle with chief rival Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT). 

 

Main Event 1 

 

For the second time this season, the series used the new-for-‘25 Mission Triple Challenge format. Three successive Main Events – a 10-lap sprint, a 15-lapper that paid double points, and a final 20-lap Main which concluded the night with triple the points – determined the evening’s overall winner. 

 

All of this action was somehow contained by the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club’s ultra-tight Short Track, which at 1/5-mile is claimed to be the shortest ever negotiated by twin-cylinders throughout the long history of the Grand National Championship. 

 

The first Main Event barely gave the combatants a chance to breathe, taking just over two minutes to complete. But despite the diminutive track and short duration, Bauman still had enough room and time to deliver a relative blowout. The RWR ace grabbed the holeshot and immediately pulled clear of the frantic melee behind. 

 

Daniels found himself an early fourth, overtaken at launch by ST master Henry Wiles (No. 911 DL Racing/HYMMC Yamaha MT-07) and Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R). 

 

It took Daniels just two laps to drive up the inside of both, but by then Bauman was nearly a second out in front. 

 

But even with clear air in front of Daniels, Bauman would eventually work that advantage up to 1.329 seconds by the time he took the checkered flag. 

 

Robinson came home third, followed by a charging Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) and Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke). 

 

Main Event 2 

 

Daniels nearly pulled off the holeshot, but that merely put him in a position for Bauman to push him wide and allow a resourceful Robinson through into second. Undeterred, the Estenson Racing pilot quickly regrouped and powered under Robinson to close right in on Bauman’s rear wheel. 

 

Before he could attempt a strike, however, the race was red-flagged as a result of a crash on the part of Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Luczak Racing Yamaha MT-07). 

 

While Bauman and Daniels picked their battle back up after the restart, Whale joined the party with the impressive utilization of an high-risk, high-reward, high line. But before the shootout could really take shape, another red was shown, this time due to a crash that involved Bender (again) and Fisher. 

 

While Bauman grabbed the lead off the start for a third time, he got extremely loose and Daniels instantly pounced. 

 

Bauman would go on to survive scares in the same corner on the subsequent two laps as well, allowing his rival to earn the win with more than a half second to spare. 

 

Despite the repeated bobbles, Bauman maintained second, followed by Whale, Robinson, and Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke). 

 

Main Event 3 

 

Bauman and Daniels saved the best for last, going back and forth down to the final lap. 

 

The two swapped first place multiple times on the opening handful of laps before Daniels finally established himself in first and locked down the inside. 

 

Unlike the earlier fights, the title fighters didn’t have this one all to themselves with Robinson, Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Progressive Insurance Honda Transalp), and Whale in close contention, eagerly awaiting any mistake that would allow them to potentially pull off an upset. 

 

And that opportunity seemed almost likely, with Bauman riding on the ragged edge in hopes of finding a way – any way – past Daniels.  

 

But rather than make a mistake, Bauman made it happen, ripping through with six to go. Robinson followed him past Daniels, but the Yamaha rider put himself right back into second and looked to turn the tables once again. 

 

However, try as he might, Daniels couldn’t work out a path to the win and was forced to watch from close behind as Bauman claimed his sixth overall win of the year. 

 

Bauman said, “Dallas took me to school in the second Main Event. To come back and get him… he usually just builds momentum and gets better throughout the night. My Rick Ware Racing/Part Plus/Latus Motors team worked really, really hard. We changed quite a bit of stuff even though we’ve been fast all day… Dallas is so good. I’ve never been this stressed out all the time, but we’re out here, baby, and we’re working for it.” 

 

Robinson finished third in Main Event 3 and the overall results. Lowe finished fourth in Main Event 3 to move up to sixth in the final round results, while Whale took fifth in the race and fourth overall. 

 

Wiles was awarded fifth overall following his 7-6-6 night. 

 

Bauman now leads the Mission AFT SuperTwins championship fight over Daniels by just eight points (208-200). Robinson is a distant third at 135. 

 

AFT Singles presented by KICKER 

 

The Mission Triple Challenge delivered another barnburner in AFT Singles presented by KICKER action, with three different riders earning a win, including the round’s overall victor, Chase Saathoff (No. 88 RWR/Parts Plus Honda CRF450R). 

 

Main Event 1 

 

The night’s first Main Event saw Trevor Brunner (No. 21 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R) overcome a determined challenge from Saathoff, who stormed by at one point only to be quickly dropped back to second. 

 

Saathoff made another last-lap stab at the win, but Brunner held strong to grab the win by 0.230 seconds. 

 

Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust/ATV’s and More Yamaha YZ450F) slipped free from the big pack behind him to earn a fairly safe third a little over a second back of the win. 

 

Rising stars Kage Tadman (No. 288 Roof Systems/Rice's Rapid Motorsports KTM 450 SX-F) and Walker Porter (No. 100 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R) came home fourth and fifth, with Tadman fighting past his fellow rookie on the final circulation. 

 

Meanwhile, title leader Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F), who was feeling under the weather throughout the day, could only manage a sixth-place result 

 

Main Event 2 

 

Under the weather or not, Main Event 2 saw Drane revert to his more typical form, blasting up to second off the start and then sailing past Brunner to capture the lead just two laps in. 

 

With the Australian walking off at the front, Brunner turned his attention to locking down second with Saathoff and Tadman in hot pursuit. That is until the race was red-flagged due to a bizarre crash that saw RoosEvans yanked clear of his bike when his left leg was somehow snared by the machine of Bradon Pfanders (No. 83 Hannum’s HD/Pfanders Racing KTM 450 SX-F). 

 

Following the staggered restart, Drane resumed his position at the front. However, this time he found himself under serious fire from Tadman. The rookie tapped back into his California style, railing around the outside of both Saathoff and Brunner to zero in on Drane. 

 

While he even nosed ahead at one point, Tadman couldn’t quite make a move stick and Drane went on to claim the victory. 

 

Brunner finished third ahead of Saathoff, while Tarren Santero (No. 75 Mission Roof Systems Honda CRF450R) – who made his way into the Main Event program via the LCQ – finished fifth. 

 

Main Event 3 

 

After twice being denied, Saathoff pulled it all together when it mattered the most. The RWR pilot switched up his tactics to employ a Tadman-like high line and used it to work his way past Brunner, Tadman himself, and, soon enough, Drane to grab the lead. 

 

Even when all alone in the lead, Saathoff continued to ride high, moving more than a second out in front of archrival Drane in the process. 

 

Behind, Tadman and Brunner went back-and-forth for several laps while contesting third before up-and-comer Tadman finally established himself in the position. 

 

A late charge from Drane saw him pull back alongside Saathoff with just two laps to go. However, Saathoff simply refused to allow him through as the two waged yet another epic final-lap clash. 

 

Tadman came home in third followed by Brunner and RoosEvans. 

 

The overall podium mirrored that of Main Event 3, with Saathoff earning his second win of the season, Drane scoring his sixth consecutive podium, and Tadman picking up the third podium of his stellar rookie season. 

 

Brunner finished fourth in the race as well as the overall results, while RoosEvans was fifth in Main Event 3 and sixth overall. Fifth place overall went to Pfanders thanks to the combined points added up from his 8-6-6 evening. 

 

Saathoff said, “This is very meaningful. I took a chance in that race off the start, and I just rolled with it. Man, I didn’t want to have to close the door on Tom that hard, but I was there for the win, and I wasn’t giving it up on the last lap. Hats off to my whole team. I can’t thank everybody enough. I’m so happy to have done it here.” 

 

Despite suffering the narrow defeat, Drane continues to lead the title fight quite comfortably, boasting 191 points to Saathoff’s 172. Brunner is third at 151. 

 

AFT AdventureTrackers™ 

 

While the Mission AFT SuperTwins and AFT Singles utilized the Mission Triple Challenge format, the AFT AdventureTrackers determined its first winner of the season in a single 10-lap Main Event, with 500-pound, near-stock Dual Adventure bikes going bar-to-bar in a two-wheeled cage match.  

 

The sky-high capabilities of these versatile bikes – some of which were either ridden on the streets or sourced from dealer showroom floors as recently as yesterday – was expertly demonstrated by a field stacked with elite racers.  

 

None did so more effectively than Jesse Janisch (No. 33 WFOracingonline.com/Öhlins Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250). The 2022 Mission Production Twins champion leveraged a low line to cut under early leader Dan Bromley (No. 62 Big Momma and Daddy Deep Pockets Suzuki V-Strom 1050) with eight laps remaining. 

 

2018 AFT Singles champ Bromley spent the remainder of the race muscling his bike around in a fruitless bid to square up Janisch. 

 

Afterward, Janisch said, “We’ve been having a blast. I got to ride the thing all day yesterday out in the hills, enjoying the scenic views of Sturgis, which was amazing. I’ve got to thank everyone who helped us out. I had a good battle with Dan, and I’m stoked to get the first one.” 

 

2019 AFT Singles champion Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Triumph Racing Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro) claimed the final spot on the box following a three-way scrap that also included fourth-place finisher Hunter Bauer (No. 24 Vinson Construction/Memphis Shades BMW F 900 GS) and fifth-place finisher Henry Wiles (No. 911 Walter Bros. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250). 

 

In fact, Wiles appeared to have third all but sewn up, however, a mechanical issue on the final lap allowed Gauthier to steal back the position at the last possible moment. 

 

Next Up: 

 

The stars of Progressive American Flat Track will be back in action tomorrow as the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II concludes this early-week ST doubleheader on Tuesday, August 5. 

 

To purchase Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II tickets, visit: https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2025-jackpine-gypsies-short-track-ii-144071. 

 

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 Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 16, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT), with the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II set to air the following day, Sunday, August 17, at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). 

 

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

 

 

Triumph Motorcycles Named Official OEM Partner of Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I & II and Super TT 

Joshua Winders / Triumph Motorcycles]

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 4, 2025) – Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is excited to announce that Triumph Motorcycles has been named an Official OEM Partner of this week’s Jackpine Gypsies ST I & II and Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. 

 

Triumph Racing comes into the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally looking to build upon the history it made here one year ago. In last year’s inaugural AFT AdventureTrackers™ race held at the Sturgis TT, the brand went 1-2 while claiming four positions inside the top five. 

 

Triumph now aims to follow up that initial spectacular success by securing the 2025 class crown, fielding the talented duo of 2019 AFT Singles presented by KICKER champion Dalton Gauthier and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch, each armed with a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro. 

 

Adam VanderVeen, Marketing Director for Triumph Motorcycles America, said, “The AdventureTrackers series continues to be an exciting platform to demonstrate the real-world performance of our adventure motorcycles. With Brandon and Dalton piloting the 2025 Tiger 900 GT Pro, we’re confident in our ability to compete at the highest level and show fans just how capable these bikes are – straight from the showroom floor." 

 

The legendary marque is renowned for its ability to simultaneously celebrate its glorious past through iconic design and boldly charge into the future via continued innovation, delivering the perfect ride for legions of enthusiasts. 

 

Racing has long been an integral component of its core mission, and Triumph stands as a force across numerous prestigious series, including the Moto2 World Championship, the FIM Supersport World Championship, the SuperMotocross World Championship, and MXGP. AFT AdventureTrackers, which serves as a showcase for near-stock Dual Adventure bikes, presents yet another ideal arena for Triumph to prove itself in competition. 

 

Click HERE to reserve your seats for the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I.  

 

Click HERE  to reserve your seats for the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II.  

 

Click HERE to take advantage of a discounted rate by purchasing tickets for the Jackpine Gypsies ST I & II together. 

 

And click HERE to reserve your seats for the Jackpine Gypsies Super TT. 

 

Gates will open for fans at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT at all three events with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT.  

 

How to Watch  

 

FloRacing  

 

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast.  

 

FS1  

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 16, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT), with the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II set to air the following day, Sunday, August 17, at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). The Jackpine Gypsies Super TT will air on FS1 on Sunday, August 24, at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT). 

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Pivotal Week Awaits Grand National Championship at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 

American Flat Track/Tim Lester]

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 30, 2025) – The superstars of Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, are preparing to undertake a full-scale invasion of the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, with three rounds to be contested in a five-day span. The first two of those three come in the form of the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I & II doubleheader, which will take place at the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club in Sturgis, South Dakota on Monday, August 4, and Tuesday, August 5. 

 

History Lesson 

 

Over the decades, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has grown to become a cultural phenomenon of global proportions, attracting some half-million two-wheeled enthusiasts on an annual basis. Somewhat obscured in that rise, however, is the rally's intrinsic, founding relationship to racing.  

 

Progressive AFT has done much to reconnect the rally to those roots in recent years, and reconnecting with the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club is an important step in furthering that mission. 

 

The rally was first launched in 1938 by local racer, dealer, and race promoter J.C. "Pappy" Hoel by way of the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club which he’d founded just a couple years prior. The rally was based around a Half-Mile dirt track race that was won by Johnny Spiegelhoff, who would later go on to win the Daytona 200 and earn himself a slot in the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.  

 

Approximately two hundred people attended that first year, which was enough to convince Hoel and the Jackpine Gypsies that it was an event worth continuing.  

 

The Grand National Championship too, has important historical ties to Sturgis. The series raced in Sturgis in its first two years as a season-long endeavor. The victory in ‘54 was taken by six-time Grand National race winner Al Gunter on a BSA, while Bob Tindall rode his Harley-Davidson to the ‘55 win – the first and only triumph of his premier-class career. 

 

Of course, there was much racing history made between 1938 and 1954, with even more added since, especially in recent years.  

 

Who will be the next to add their name to Sturgis racing immortality? 

 

Moving Triple Time 

 

Don’t forget, this week’s Sturgis triple will kick off with the second-ever Mission Triple Challenge, which will be featured in the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I.  

 

The format – which ramps up the intensity, pressure, and drama via three increasingly lengthy and important Main Events to determine the night’s ultimate victor – proved a smashing success in its Lima debut. 

 

Can you imagine just how intense it’ll be when utilized in the close confines of a Short Track?  

 

Well, we won’t have to imagine for much longer. 

 

Standing Tall at Short Tracks 

 

Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R) comes into the week with a narrow Mission AFT SuperTwins title lead built in large part on his Short Track prowess. 

 

Bauman has stated that Rick Ware Racing elected to field the Harley-Davidson XR750R in 2025 in part due to their estimation that it would prove a strong mount for this year’s Short Track-heavy calendar. They’ve been proven prescient in that regard, with the team racking up four ST victories already this season. 

 

Those wins have shot Bauman’s career tally up to nine Short Track wins (earned at seven different venues, by the way), putting him equal with ST masters Chris Carr, Henry Wiles, and Jared Mees for most all time in the discipline. 

 

Considering his current form and the fact that he has two cracks at it in Sturgis, it would almost be an upset if Bauman leaves this year’s rally not standing alone atop that particular career leaderboard. 

 

While career achievements are nice, Bauman’s focus is obviously on the championship fight at hand. Fortunately, those two go hand-in-hand, as the three-race run in Sturgis will no doubt have massive title implications.  

 

And if he doesn’t take those wins, it’s a pretty strong bet they’ll instead go to the rider currently four points behind him. 

 

Roller Reversal 

 

Between them, Bauman and Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) have accounted for all nine wins in 2025. 

 

The most recent went to Bauman by 0.329 seconds over Daniels, although that short summary does a poor job of conveying how things actually played out at Lucas Oil Speedway. 

 

Over the past two-and-a half-seasons, it’s been Bauman who has endured more than his fair share of roller-coaster days, struggling to find pace only to pull it all together at the last minute and salvage whatever he might in the Main Event (note: he’s salvaged outright victory on more than one of those occasions). 

 

Daniels, meanwhile, has traditionally been historically steady, at or near the front throughout. On his good days, he wins. On his bad days, he finishes second, or… (gasp…) third, with little indication the result will be anything less than that in the lead up to the Main. 

 

In fact, almost all of his race-related drama took place out of sight when a training accident most likely cost him the 2024 Grand National Championship. 

 

Ignoring the races missed to injury, he’s racked up a nearly unthinkable 22-race podium streak. 

 

Even if you don’t like being charitable and consider that streak null and void due to the rounds him missed while healing up, it still splits into a ten-race streak (which would rank as the fifth longest of the reunification era (2010-present)), and an active twelve-race streak (which would be third best and just two short of Mees’ alt-history record of 14). 

 

However, Daniels saw that streak (whichever one you view as legitimate, 22 or 12) put in serious jeopardy at Lucas Oil Speedway. There he was well off his usual pace, hovering around tenth throughout qualifying, finishing fifth in his heat, and opening the Main Event from Row 3. 

 

Daniels pulled a Bauman, however, slicing and dicing his way to the front and very nearly running Bauman down at the checkered flag. 

 

While he’d likely want to avoid a repeat of that day, he also probably feels comforted knowing that he and his Estenson Racing crew can pull it off if necessary. 

 

As he said after the race, “The way I look at it is, we took a day where we should have been probably 9th or 10th, and we put it on the podium. That's what teams like ours do.” 

 

H.O.G. Wild 

 

The once-maligned Harley-Davidson XG750R now leads the 2025 Grand National Championship fight with five victories in nine races. 

 

Of course, all have come courtesy of Bauman, while Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R), who has an extensive history with the machine, is still gunning for a first on the bike. 

 

He’s come awfully close, but now he’s starting to feel the rounds tick away as he aims to finally accomplish a goal nine years in the making. 

 

Robinson, who has scored two or more wins in five of the previous six seasons, has no intention of going winless in 2025. And a victory in Sturgis would be hugely popular with the droves of Harley faithful expected to arrive in town, generally, and at the racetrack, specifically.  

 

A win or two would also do the Mission Roof Systems pilot quite a bit of good in the battle for third in the championship standings, a struggle that tightened up considerably after he ran into mechanical issues last time out. 

 

He’s now just seven points clear of Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke), and 15 points up on Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke) after the KTM-mounted duo enjoyed bounce-back weekends at Lucas Oil Speedway. 

 

Breakthrough Breakdown 

 

Mission AFT SuperTwins rookie James Ott (No. 19 G&G Racing Yamaha MT-07) and sophomore Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Luczak Racing Yamaha MT-07) enjoyed simultaneous breakthroughs when they flanked fellow Yamaha ace Dallas Daniels to earn their first-career premier-class podiums together at DuQuoin. 

 

Now the two seek to really make their mark in the record books, each still on the quest to secure their maiden Progressive AFT wins in any class. 

 

They’re not alone in hunting for milestones. 

 

Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Progressive Insurance Honda Transalp), who finished fourth at Lucas Oil Speedway, is zeroing in on both his first-career Mission AFT SuperTwins podium and Honda’s first premier-class twin-cylinder podium since Rich King rode the RS750 to the box in ‘98. 

 

Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S), who finished fourth at the Lima Half-Mile I, could earn his first-ever Mission AFT SuperTwins podium and give Suzuki its first premier-class twin-cylinder podium since Briar Bauman got his first-ever premier-class podium on the SV1000 in 2013. 

 

And Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), who finished fifth at the Lima Half-Mile I, could earn his first-ever Mission AFT SuperTwins podium and take Royal Enfield to the premier-class podium for just the second time in its history. 

 

A Party Inside a Party Inside a Party 

 

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has a well-earned reputation for nonstop fun and excitement and both days at the track will prove no exception.  

 

The Fan Party – complete with a Rider Q&A session – will take place leading up to Opening Ceremonies each night. 

 

And those in attendance will also be able to enjoy big-screen coverage of all the race action, the Kids Zone with a bounce house and face painting, DJ’d music, designated motorcycle parking and a variety of food and beverage options. 

 

Get Your Tickets Now 

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets for the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track are just $25 (kids 12 and under free with a paid adult ticket) each day, while Reserved Grandstand tickets are available for $40 (all ages). Students can purchase a GA Grandstand ticket for just $20 at the gate the day of the event with a valid ID. 

 

H.O.G. members can purchase a H.O.G. Membership Ticket for $45 (all ages), which grants access to both a dedicated parking area and reserved seating. 

 

Fans also have the option to select Portable Stadium Chair Seating for $70 (all ages), which includes a complimentary stadium chair complete with the event logo that can be used in a tiered seating area along the front stretch of the track. 

 

Finally, the VIP Ticket ($99 all ages) provides access to a tented area that overlooks the track, complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, beer for purchase, and Reserved Grandstand seating. 

 

Click  HERE  to reserve your seats for the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I. 

 

Click HERE  to reserve your seats for the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II. 

 

You can also take advantage of a discounted rate by purchasing tickets for both days together HERE. 

 

Both days will see the gates open for fans at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT. 

 

How to Watch 

 

FloRacing 

 

For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast. 

 

FS1 

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, August 16, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT), with the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II set to air the following day, Sunday, August 17, at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). 

 

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

 

 

 

  

MotoAmerica AMA

www.motoamerica.com

The MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer, former vice president of motorsports operations at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), and former managing director of Team Roberts in the Grand Prix World Championship Chuck Aksland; executive director of the Petersen Automotive Museum Terry Karges; and energy sector investor and businessman Richard Varner.

 

 

 Formula DRIFT

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Formula DRIFT (also known as Formula D or FD) is a United States-based motorsport drifting series. Formula DRIFT was co-founded by Jim Liaw and Ryan Sage in 2003 as a sister company to Slipstream Global Marketing, the same partnership that introduced D1 Grand Prix to the United States. The new entity would solely own, operate and launch the first official drifting series in North America. Formula DRIFT is not associated with the FIA series of formula racing championships

 

MATT FIELD WINS ROUND 6 OF FORMULA DRIFT PRO CHAMPIONSHIP IN SEATTLE

 Field beats James Deane in physical Final, while Fredric Aasbo fails to score points but LZ maintains his momentum

After 20 years competing at Evergreen Speedway, Formula DRIFT listened to the drivers and decided to widen the course through Outer Zones 2 and 3. The aim was to allow the drivers to draw a smoother arc, maintaining momentum and improving the spectacle. Following Friday practice and Seeding Bracket, overnight changes refined the transition and brought the finish line slightly closer, resulting in high-speed action and plenty of drama for Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 6: Throwdown from Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA.

 

PRO SEEDING BRACKET QUALIFICATION

With 32 drivers entered, the format of the Type S PRO Seeding Bracket was altered accordingly. It meant the first 16 competition places were locked by ranking achieved at the previous Round. The remaining 16 places would be determined by the results of the Seeding Bracket. But instead of drivers risking being knocked out, they were battling for points and their ranking in Saturday’s Main Event. 

For each Seeding Bracket heat win, drivers receive three points (10 points in Competition), helping them improve their Championship positions. And by winning the Seeding Final, Branden Sorensen (USA) accumulated 12 valuable points in his US Airforce / Sorensen Motorsports BMW after defeating Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania).

Sitting 11th overall, many people were surprised to see Sorensen in the Seeding bracket, but a poor performance in Round 5 punted him down the rankings. However, he was determined to not let that happen again and drove like a man possessed throughout the Seeding Bracket and Saturday Competition.

Other names not expected in Qualification were former teammates, Bakchis and Simen Olsen (Norway). Last year they were fighting for the Championship title, but elimination from the Top 32 heats in St Louis saw them battling together in the Seeding Bracket semi-final. The driver of the Simen Olsen Drifting Toyota GR Supra ultimately lost their confrontation but placed third behind Odi’s Feal Suspension / GT Radial Nissan S14.9.

While some familiar names were battling, Seattle saw the welcome return of Wataru Masuyama (Japan) to FD PRO. He left the series in 2022 when he placed 11th overall, but was invited to fill Daigo Saito’s seat in the Enjuku Racing / BC Racing / Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GR86 after Saito experienced an issue with his travel visa before Round 5. Despite losing to Bakchis in the Top 8 heats, most observers were surprised at how quickly Masuyama adapted to Saito’s car. He would ultimately finish eighth in Seattle, losing in the Great 8 Competition heats to James Deane (Ireland) but won many new fans.

 

PRO COMPETITION

If you’ve only followed Formula DRIFT for the past two seasons or have a very short memory, you might be forgiven for not knowing Matt Field (USA) used to be a regular Championship contender. In 2021 and 2022 he finished second in the title race, dropping to third in 2023 but remaining a consistent points finisher. However, 2024 saw him drop to seventh with only one semi-final appearance in St Louis where he placed fourth. And this season appeared to be going the same way, with another semi-final appearance in Orlando. But you should never discount a man with 15 years of FD experience, a fast car and a capable team. 

Driving the impossibly titled Borla Performance / GT Radial / Heat Wave Visual / Leen Customs / Drift Cave Motorsports Corvette, Field’s day started well at the expense of double FD PROSPEC Champion Dmitriy Brutskiy, who was unable to start. With a bye run into the Top 16, Field faced Forsberg – another seasoned veteran with three Championship titles under his belt. 

Despite the best efforts of Chris Forsberg (USA) in the NOS Energy Drink Nissan Z NISMO, Field took the win after mistakes by the Nissan driver on both his chase and lead runs. 

Jumping out of the frying pan, Field found himself in Ryan Tuerck’s fire with what would become the most intense battle of the day. Unable to separate the drivers, the judges requested One More Time (OMT) on two occasions after the drivers essentially repeated their performances on the first four runs. It was Tuerck who flinched first in the Rain-X Toyota GR Corolla, losing proximity to a charging Corvette on his chase run, and then failed to fill two Outside Zones while in the lead. 

The extra track time proved invaluable for Field's semi-final battle against on-form Jhonnattan Castro (Dominican Republic). The driver of the Metaldom Toyota GR86 refused to back down but Field’s power and precision were an irresistible force. Castro would finish the event in fourth place and climb to sixth overall.

Field’s dance partner for the Final was James Deane (Ireland): the reigning four-time FD PRO Champion and a man Field had failed to beat during their five previous matches. Until now. 

Deane had vanquished an on-fire Sorensen, the returning Masuyama and title hopeful LZ (USA) during his seemingly inevitable march to the podium. And as the only driver to win two Rounds this year, few would have bet against the Irishman. With everything on the line and the Corvette engaging warp speed, Deane made an uncharacteristic misjudgment in the chase position. As the AutoZone Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD crept unerringly closer to Field in Outside Zone 1 (OZ1), Deane nudged the Corvette with sufficient force to send it careening off-course before OZ2.

After close scrutiny, the judges assessed Deane at fault and Field the victor. He then climbed to the top step of the podium for the first time since the Long Beach opening round in 2023 and his 50-point haul for winning each heat relocated him from fifth to third in the title race.

“It’s been one hell of weekend!” Field reflected after the podium celebrations. “We were struggling from the first run. We came with a package that wasn’t performing but because we have an incredible team, we were improving with every battle. We were making big changes and I tried something different on every practice run and even on our bye run. We had a great battle with Chris Forsberg, who was the guy to beat when I first came into the series. He extended his hand to me and to get the win against him was breathtaking. After that came two One More Times against Ryan Tuerck, who was pushing as hard as me. Castro was struggling this weekend but it was good to get another win to reach the Final against James. It wasn’t a clean win but we’ll take it. He knew he had to push to the limit because our car was faster than anyone and the GT Radials were the tire to be on. Thanks to my team and sponsors for getting me here.”

Deane’s second place and the shock early retirement of rival Fredric Aasbo (Norway) from the Top 32 meant the Irishman took the lead of the 2025 FD PRO Championship. He holds a 30-point lead over Aasbo, with Field and LZ tied in third but 70 points in arrears.

LZ claimed his third podium of the season, including his New Jersey win, and continues to be a constant threat in the Drift HQ E36 BMW. And while his success was expected, the early retirement of title contenders Aasbo and Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania) was not. Knocked out of the Top 32 along with Rookie Jack Shanahan (Ireland) – who placed second in Round 5 – there were significant Championship implications. Aasbo slid to second, Bakchis to seventh and Shanahan to 11th. But despite the tumble, the Irishman continued to hold a commanding lead in the 2025 Rookie title race.

In the 2025 Formula DRIFT Auto Cup, BMW passed Toyota for the first time to narrowly lead the standings, while GT Radial further extended its lead in the Tire Cup.

“We arrived in Seattle with a tied ballgame but leave with significant separation between the Championship leaders James Deane and Fredric Aasbo,” observed Ryan Sage, President of Formula DRIFT. “Aasbo was knocked out early but Deane didn’t have it all his own way. We saw Matt Field – who’s been away from the podium for a couple of years – slice through a very competitive field to secure the win. The consequence is a different dynamic in the Championship as Aasbo has a needs to make up the deficit with only two rounds left, while LZ and now Field are perhaps the only other drivers capable of preventing Deane from becoming our first ever five-time Formula DRIFT Champion, which feels crazy to even say!

“Our next Round is Utah on August 28-30 where we’ll crown the 2025 Link ECU PROSPEC Champion and see who can cut into Deane’s lead as we head to the Shoreline Showdown in October?"

 

ROUND 6 FD PRO TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS*

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Matt Field

50

2

James Deane

40

3

Adam LZ

30

4

Jhonnattan Castro

30

5

Dylan Hughes

20

6

Hiroya Minowa

20

7

Ryan Tuerck

20

8

Wataru Masuyama

20 + 3

9

Rome Charpentier

10

10

Chris Forsberg

10

11

Tommy Lemaire

10

12

Conor Shanahan

10

13

Trenton Beechum

10

14

Branden Sorensen

10 + 12

15

Nick Noback

10

16

Dan Stuke

10

 

2025 FD PRO TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS*

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

220

2

Fredric Aasbo

180

3

Matt Field

150

4

Adam LZ

150

5

Hiroya Minowa

130

6

Jhonnattan Castro

120

7

Aurimas Bakchis

109

8

Branden Sorensen

92

9

Dylan Hughes

90

10

Chris Forsberg

80

11

Jack Shanahan

76

12

Ryan Tuerck

70

13

Rome Charpentier

70

14

Dan Stuke

62

15

Conor Shanahan

60

16

Connor O`Sullivan

52

 

2025 AUTO CUP TOP 5 STANDINGS*

BMW

341

Toyota

340

Nissan 

272

Ford 

239

Chevrolet 

195

 

2025 TIRE CUP STANDINGS*

GT Radial

393

Kenda

354

Nitto

312

Kumho

178

 

* Preliminary standings. Final results pending official confirmation

 

NEXT ROUND

Round 7 of the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship and the Final Round 4 of the FD Link ECU PROSPEC Championship will take place at Utah Motorsports Campus on August 28-30. Please visit formulad.com for ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream.

 

EDITOR’S NOTE

Images for editorial use from Round 6 of the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship in Seattle can be found here: dropbox.com/scl/fo/bbvyaje3jymg98d148ass/AKCoanxhfyP0jBZP0s5GM_Q?rlkey=at8lr4923h14xq3og910f6gvc&dl=0

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

Fans can find the free-to-view event livestream at youtube.com/Formuladrift. FD is also available on Racer/MAV TV (please check with your local provider), and available in Spanish via PX Sports on numerous outlets across Latin America. To find out where it’s broadcast in your country, visit pxsports.com/outlets

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE 

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twitter.com/FormulaDrift

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2025 FORMULA DRIFT PRO CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITION RESULTS FROM ROUND 6 IN SEATTLE

 

Matt Field beats James Deane in thrilling Final as Fredric Aasbo fails to score points but LZ continues his momentum

 

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025

Location: Evergreen Speedway, Monroe, WA 

Event: Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 6: Throwdown

 

RESULTS FOR FD PRO ROUND 3
  1. Matt Field (USA) – Borla Performance / GT Radial / Heat Wave Visual / Leen Customs / Drift Cave Motorsports Corvette
  2. James Deane (Ireland) – AutoZone Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD
  3. LZ (USA) – Drift HQ E36 BMW

 

NOTES
  • After 20 years competing at Evergreen Speedway, Formula DRIFT widened the course through Outer Zones 2 and 3, allowing drivers to draw a smoother arc, maintaining momentum and improving the spectacle. Following Friday practice and Seeding Bracket, more changes were made overnight to refine the transition and bring the finish line slightly closer
  • Matt Field and James Deane have previously met five times in Competition and the Irishman had won on every occasion until now. Field returned to the top step of the podium for the first time since the Long Beach opening round in 2023. He would subsequently place second in the 2023 FD PRO Championship for the third year in a row
  • Field’s win came after an intense battle that saw Deane slide into the side of the Corvette, punting it off course. The judges observed that Field had stayed on the throttle and wasn’t to blame, earning him the victory
  • The 50-point haul for winning each Competition heat moved Field from fifth to third in the title race, while Deane’s second place finish bumped him into the lead of the 2025 FD PRO Championship following the early retirement of rival Fredric Aasbo (Norway)
  • Two of the biggest surprises in Seattle were title contenders Aasbo – sitting equal-first – and Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania) – in sixth – getting knocked out of the Top 32 along with Rookie Jack Shanahan (Ireland) – who had placed second in Round 5. As a result, Aasbo slid to second (30 points behind), Bakchis to seventh, while Shanahan slumped from eighth to 11th. Despite the tumble, the Irishman continues to hold a commanding lead in the 2025 Rookie title race
  • Meanwhile, LZ – who held a strong third place coming into Round 6 – maintained his momentum after also finishing third in Round 1 and winning Round 5. He remains equal-third with Field 
  • Jhonnattan Castro (Dominican Republic) finished fourth in the Metaldom Toyota GR86 as he continues to have the best season of his career. The result elevated him from seventh to sixth
  • In the 2025 Formula DRIFT Auto Cup, BMW passed Toyota for the first time to narrowly lead the standings, while GT Radial further extended its lead in the Tire Cup

 

ROUND 6 FD PRO TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS*

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Matt Field

50

2

James Deane

40

3

Adam LZ

30

4

Jhonnattan Castro

30

5

Dylan Hughes

20

6

Hiroya Minowa

20

7

Ryan Tuerck

20

8

Wataru Masuyama

20 + 3

9

Rome Charpentier

10

10

Chris Forsberg

10

11

Tommy Lemaire

10

12

Conor Shanahan

10

13

Trenton Beechum

10

14

Branden Sorensen

10 + 12

15

Nick Noback

10

16

Dan Stuke

10

 

2025 FD PRO TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS*

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

220

2

Fredric Aasbo

180

3

Matt Field

150

4

Adam LZ

150

5

Hiroya Minowa

130

6

Jhonnattan Castro

120

7

Aurimas Bakchis

109

8

Branden Sorensen

92

9

Dylan Hughes

90

10

Chris Forsberg

80

11

Jack Shanahan

76

12

Ryan Tuerck

70

13

Rome Charpentier

70

14

Dan Stuke

62

15

Conor Shanahan

60

16

Connor O`Sullivan

52

 

2025 AUTO CUP TOP 5 STANDINGS*

BMW

341

Toyota

340

Nissan 

272

Ford 

239

Chevrolet 

195

 

2025 TIRE CUP STANDINGS*

GT Radial

393

Kenda

354

Nitto

312

Kumho

178

 

* Preliminary standings. Final results pending official confirmation

 

FORMULA DRIFT SEATTLE RECAP

A recap of all the action from FD SEA with event images will be available on Monday.

 

NEXT ROUND

Round 7 of the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship and the Final Round 4 of the FD Link ECU PROSPEC Championship will take place at Utah Motorsports Campus on August 28-30. Please visit formulad.com for ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream.

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

Fans can find the free-to-view event livestream at youtube.com/Formuladrift. FD is also available on Racer/MAV TV (please check with your local provider), and available in Spanish via PX Sports on numerous outlets across Latin America. To find out where it’s broadcast in your country, visit pxsports.com/outlets

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE

formulad.com

instagram.com/formulad

facebook.com/formuladrift

twitter.com/FormulaDrift

youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

2025 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Autoparts Retailer – O’Reilly Auto Parts 

Major Tire Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Gazoo Racing, BC Forged, BC Racing (Official Suspension), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner), NEFT Vodka (Official Vodka)

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, RAYS Wheels, ENEOS Oil, Meguiar’s, NGK Spark Plugs

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Racetreads 

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Technical Partner – Alpinestars

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios

 

FORMULA DRIFT SEATTLE PRO CHAMPIONSHIP SEEDING BRACKET QUALIFYING RESULTS

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Friday, August 8, 2025

Location: Evergreen Speedway, Monroe, WA 

Event: Seeding Bracket Qualification for Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 6

 

RESULTS FROM FD PRO SEEDING BRACKET
  1. Branden Sorensen (USA) – US Airforce / Sorensen Motorsports BMW
  2. Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania) – Feal Suspension / GT Radial Nissan S14.9
  3. Simen Olsen (Norway) – Simen Olsen Drifting Toyota GR Supra

 

PRO NOTES
  • In the Type S PRO Seeding Bracket, the first 16 competition places were locked by ranking achieved at the previous Round, which was lowered from 20 because exactly 32 drivers entered the event. Having 32 or fewer drivers precipitates a format change, in which both Seeding and Top 32 competition are full: 16 Seeded and 16 Locked. The 16 drivers in Seeding are battling for points and tomorrow’s Main Event order instead of risking elimination 
  • Driver are awarded three points for every win, helping them to improve their Championship positions, with Sorensen receiving a total of 12 points for winning the Seeding Bracket after a fierce battle with Bakchis. Branden was awarded the victory over Odi after a flawless chase run
  • Third place went to Olsen who lost an equally close battle against Bakchis in the semi-finals, but in this instance it was a superior chase run from Odi that jettisoned the Norwegian driver
  • With former title contenders and teammates, Bakchis and Olsen, having to qualify for Saturday’s competition heats, it’s an indication of the intense pressure in the 2025 Formula DRIFT PRO Championship. Both drivers will be hoping to get their season’s back on track, especially Bakchis who holds sixth in the title race but an early dismissal from Round 5 dropped him down the rankings
  • Seattle saw the return of Wataru Masuyama (Japan) to FD PRO. He left the series after placing 11th overall in 2022 but has returned to fill Daigo Saito’s seat in the Enjuku Racing / BC Racing / Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GR86 after Saito experienced an issue with his travel visa before the previous round

 

PRO ROUND 5 SEEDING BRACKET RESULTS*

POSITION

NAME

POINTS

1

Branden Sorensen

12

2

Aurimas Bakchis

9

3

Simen Olsen

6

4

Derek Madison

6

5

Rudy Hansen

3

6

Jonathan Hurst

3

7

Federico Sceriffo

3

8

Wataru Masuyama

3

9

Nick Noback

0

10

Dan Burkett

0

11

Dmitriy Brutskiy

0

12

Austin Matta

0

13

Ben Hobson

0

14

Dan Stuke

0

15

Jhonnattan Castro

0

16

Ken Gushi

0

 

* Preliminary standings. Final results pending official confirmation

 

FD PRO ROUND 5 COMPETITION HEATS BRACKET

 

 

FORMULA DRIFT SEATTLE RECAP

Competition results from FD PRO will be available on Saturday evening. A recap of all the action from FD SEA with event images will be available on Monday.

 

NEXT ROUND

Round 7 of the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship and the Final Round 4 of the FD Link ECU PROSPEC Championship will take place at Utah Motorsports Campus on August 28-30. Please visit formulad.com for ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream.

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

Fans can find the free-to-view event livestream at youtube.com/Formuladrift. FD is also available on Racer/MAV TV (please check with your local provider), and available in Spanish via PX Sports on numerous outlets across Latin America. To find out where it’s broadcast in your country, visit pxsports.com/outlets

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE 

formulad.com

instagram.com/formulad

facebook.com/formuladrift

twitter.com/FormulaDrift

youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

2025 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Autoparts Retailer – O’Reilly Auto Parts 

Major Tire Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Gazoo Racing, BC Forged, BC Racing (Official Suspension), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner), NEFT Vodka (Official Vodka)

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, RAYS Wheels, ENEOS Oil, Meguiar’s, NGK Spark Plugs

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Racetreads 

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Technical Partner – Alpinestars

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios

 

 

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2025 international hot rod association schedule

Saturday, 16 March 2024

Penwell Knights Raceway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Mar30

Saturday, 30 March 2024

Knoxville Dragway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Apr27

Saturday, 27 April 2024

Beacon Dragway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Apr27

Saturday, 27 April 2024

South Carolina Motorplex

Sportsman Spectacular

 
May11

Saturday, 11 May 2024

Gleason Raceway Park

Sportsman Spectacular

 
May18

Saturday, 18 May 2024

Kil-Kare Raceway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
May25

Saturday, 25 May 2024

Dragway 42

Sportsman Spectacular

 
May25

Saturday, 25 May 2024

Music City Raceway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Jun1

Saturday, 01 June 2024

Humboldt County Dragway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Jun22

Saturday, 22 June 2024

Albuquerque Dragway

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Jul6

Saturday, 06 July 2024

Bunker Hill Dragstrip

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Jul20

Saturday, 20 July 2024

Quaker City Motorsports Park

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Jul27

Saturday, 27 July 2024

Ethridge Motorsports Park

Sportsman Spectacular

 
Aug24

Saturday, 24 August 2024

River Road Raceway

Sportsman Spectacular

2025 FORMULA DRIFT PRO & PROSPEC CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE

CHAMPIONSHIP

LOCATION

DATE

PRO

Streets of Long Beach

April 4-5

PRO/PROSPEC

Road Atlanta

May 8-10

PRO

Orlando Speed World

May 30-31

PRO/PROSPEC

Englishtown Raceway

June 19-21

PRO/PROSPEC

World Wide Tech Raceway

July 17-19

PRO

Evergreen Speedway

August 8-9

PRO/PROSPEC

Utah Motorsports Campus

August 28-30

PRO

TBD

October 17-18
2025 motosmerica schedule

2025 ama schedule

 

 
       

 

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