Watch: Rockstar Vitality Husqvarna Manufacturing unit Racing Set with Stewart and Hampshire as Two-Rider 2025 SMX Group

The next press launch is from Husqvarna: 

Rockstar Vitality Husqvarna Manufacturing unit Racing is embracing a targeted method for the 2025 season, getting into the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) with an all-star two-rider group that includes 450 Class contender Malcolm Stewart and 250SX West Champion RJ Hampshire.

All through the approaching season, Stewart will as soon as once more be onboard the Husqvarna FC 450 Manufacturing unit Version full-time. Hampshire might be out to defend his 250SX crown within the Western Area, outfitted with the Husqvarna FC 250 Manufacturing unit Version. Each long-term representatives of Rockstar Vitality Husqvarna, this race-proven two-rider mixture units the stage for an thrilling 2025.

Stewart exhibited notable resilience in 2024, making a profitable return from harm as he constructed momentum throughout 450SX, 450MX and 450SMX. His consistency led to tenth place within the closing Supercross standings, sixth in outdoor, and sixteenth general within the SMX post-season. Now, the seasoned 32-year-old is motivated to shift one other gear heading into Anaheim 1.

“The 2025 season seems like a recent begin,” mentioned Stewart. “It’s been a very productive low season to date, every thing is falling into place, and I’m coming off an amazing expertise on the Paris Supercross final month. I’m working with a tremendous group round me and I’m able to kick off the yr robust at A1.”

After clinching the 250SX West Championship in AMA Supercross this previous season, Hampshire has his sights set on defending his #1 plate, earlier than making the transition to the 450 Class for the complete Professional Motocross Championship and into SMX. Whereas a latest harm disrupted his preparations, Hampshire stays decided to achieve 2025.

“I had a minor surgical procedure on my wrist a number of weeks in the past, which was a little bit of a setback, however I’m staying optimistic,” mentioned Hampshire. “My aim continues to be to defend my title. We’ll set a transparent plan for the season within the coming weeks and I’m actually trying ahead to getting again on the observe.”

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Rockstar Vitality Husqvarna Manufacturing unit Racing Group Supervisor, Nathan Ramsey, appears ahead to the problem forward. Assured that the mixed expertise of Stewart and Hampshire might be a constant menace this season, he and the group are rigorously making ready for a powerful begin to the brand new yr.

“We’re all excited for the 2025 SMX season to kick off with Supercross in January,” mentioned Ramsey. “This yr, our two-rider line-up permits us to present RJ and Malcolm the devoted consideration they deserve, which is able to solely assist them push their strengths, deal with any challenges and actually maximize their potential.

“Malcolm had an unimaginable 2024 season – constant, aggressive and wholesome throughout the SX, MX, and SMX sequence – and his low season has constructed on that momentum. He’s bodily and mentally prepared, and we’re excited to see what he’ll obtain in 2025.

“RJ’s early harm was unlucky, however we’re prioritizing his long-term success. We hope to get him lined up at Anaheim 1, however aren’t speeding it. If wanted, we received’t hesitate to pivot our give attention to the East Coast title. Regardless of the technique, our aim is to place each riders for achievement and good well being.”

The Supercross sequence will drop the gates on the iconic Anaheim 1 opener on Saturday, January 11, 2025 for the primary of 17 rounds of racing motion earlier than heading outdoor for 11 rounds of Professional Motocross beginning Saturday, Could 24. The competitors will later culminate in a three-round SMX post-season by September. In whole, 31 races might be featured on the 2025 schedule.