250cc race results: AMA Pro Motocross RD3 – Thunder Valley

Levi Kitchen secured a dramatic victory in the first 250cc race at Thunder Valley, overtaking race-long leader Seth Hammaker with just two laps remaining. Despite a crash during the race, Jo Shimoda managed to hold onto third place, while Jett Romano delivered another strong performance in fourth. Hunter Lawrence Mosiman finished fifth, and Justin Davies made an impressive charge from 20th on the grid to claim sixth. Sacha Coenen also showed resilience, recovering from two early crashes to finish 14th. The second race saw a chaotic start as both Hammaker and Kitchen crashed in the opening turn, allowing Coenen to take the holeshot and eventually pull away to claim the win. Shimoda recovered to second place, securing the overall runner-up position for the event. Kitchen managed to climb back to eighth, while Hammaker finished 12th. The results highlighted the depth of talent among the Belgian twins, who continue to make their mark in American motocross. Following the two races, the championship points standings have tightened significantly. Both Pro Circuit Kawasaki riders, Kitchen and Hammaker, now share the lead, with Shimoda trailing closely behind by just six points. This sets the stage for a highly competitive season as the riders prepare for the next round. The Thunder Valley event underscored the unpredictable nature of motocross and the importance of consistency and resilience in the championship battle.