2023 BUDD’S CREEK NATIONAL PRE-RACE REPORT: INJURED LIST, TV SCHEDULE & MORE

On Aug 19, 2023 Last updated Aug 19, 2023

2023 BUDD’S CREEK NATIONAL PRE-RACE REPORT: INJURED LIST, TV SCHEDULE & MORE

The 2023 Pro Motocross championship has made its way to Budd’s Creek in Mechanicsville, MD, just outside our nation’s Capital. One of the oldest rounds in motocross, this track has a rich history, and obstacles like Henry Hill could be the deciding factor. Jett Lawrence last weekend wrapped up the 450 Championship with still two rounds left to go. So far, he has been 18- 18 for motos, and now, with the pressure of a Championship off; will we see him sail into another four moto wins? The 250 Class is still undecided, but Hunter Lawrence was able to regain control of the points lead after Haiden Deegans DNF with two laps left in moto one. Still, a lot of racing left for the 250 class; as we’ve seen multiple times this year, anything can happen.

2023 BUDD’S CREEK NATIONAL // FULL COVERAGE

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Round 10 // August 19th: Budds Creek National // Sponsored by Nue Tech & Wiseco

REALITY IN MOTOCROSS

Haiden Deegan 2023 Hangtown National-9602

Haiden Deegan (238) has had an outstanding rookie season, one of which will stand with some of the best. Unfortunately, last weekend his reliance on the machine became all too real. In moto one at Unadilla, Haiden’s bike was making concerning noises and towards the end, with two laps left, the Star Yamaha YZ250F gave out. This is not at the fault of the mechanic or Haiden; the reality is, this is motocross, and anything can happen.

THE JO SHOW

Don’t count Jo Shimoda out. Jo doesn’t seem to catch the announcer’s attention as much as Haiden Deegan (238) or Hunter Lawrence, but Shimoda is definitely there and can score an overall at any time. Last weekend at Unadilla, Jo went 3-3 for 4th overall, someone you should not count out in the last couple of rounds.

BETTER EACH WEEK

Every weekend, Chase Sexton’s (23) lap times match Jett Lawrence’s (18) or right around him, but Chase needs to minimize the mistakes, which is not easy at these speeds. We saw Chase miss a couple of rounds at the beginning of the season due to concussion, and it seems like he came back to the series to learn and prep himself for the SuperMotocross Playoffs. Even though Championship hopes were lost for Chase by round two, he has pushed incredibly hard the rest of the year.

BUILDING BACK STRENGTH

Adam Cianciarulo (9) has been dealing with quite a bit of arm pump issues in the last few years, stemming from a previous injuries. Adam is racing himself back into shape. We can see at times, depending on the track, that his arms are unable to hang on throughout the moto. But the motos that we see Adam feeling good, he rides just as fast as anyone in the 450 Class.

TV SCHEDULE: BUDD’S CREEK NATIONAL

RJ getting low in a rut at Washougal. Unfortunately, he took quite the hit at Unadilla and will not be racing Budds Creek.

Budd’s Creek National Race Day Live – 7:00 a.m. (Pacific), 10:00 a.m. (Eastern) – Peacock

Budd’s Creek National Gate Drop – 10:00 a.m. (Pacific), 1:00 p.m. (Eastern) – Peacock

Budd’s Creek National (re-air) – *Sunday, August 20th, 11:00 p.m. (Pacific), 2:00 a.m. (Eastern) CNBC Channel

ANOTHER PERFECT SEASON

Jett Lawrence 2023 Hangtown National-8653 It’s possible that Jett Lawrence will add his name alongside Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart on the list of perfect seasons. Throughout the majority of the races, announcers can be heard saying, “He doesn’t look to be trying that hard” or “Maybe he’s pacing himself.” Amazingly, Jett is riding with so much skill and technique that people don’t believe he’s putting in his full potential. This is something unlike what we’ve ever seen, and we believe he can get the job done .

BUDD’S CREEK RACE DAY SCHEDULE

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SATURDAY
6:00 am	Gates Open
7:00 am – 2:00 pm	Rider Services / Will Call Opens
7:15 am – 7:20 am	Riders Meeting at AMA Semi
7:20 am – 7:35 am	Chapel Service at AMA Semi
8:00 am – 8:15 am	250 Class Practice Grp B- 15 minutes (1 Lap Free)
8:20 am – 8:35 am	250 Class Practice Grp A- 15 minutes (1 Lap Free)
8:35 am – 8:50 am	Track Maintenance
8:50 am – 9:05 am	450 Class Practice Grp A- 15 minutes (1 Lap Free)
9:10 am – 9:25 am	450 Class Practice Grp B- 15 minutes (1 Lap Free)
9:30 am – 9:40 am	Track Maintenance
9:40 am- 9:45 am	250 Class Grp B Start Practice (Off Gate) 5 minutes
9:45 am – 10:00 am	250 Class Practice Grp B- 15 minutes – Timed
10:05 am – 10:10 am	250 Class Grp A Start Practice (Off Gate) 5 minutes
10:10 am – 10:25 am	250 Class Practice Grp A- 15 minutes – Timed
10:30 am -10:35 am	450 Class Grp A Start Practice (Off Gate) 5 minutes
10:35 am – 10:50 am	450 Class Practice Grp A- 15 minutes – Timed
10:55 am -11:00 am	450 Class Grp B Start Practice (Off Gate) 5 minutes
11:00 am – 11:15 am	450 Class Practice Grp B- 15 minutes – Timed
11:15 am – 11:45 am	Track Maintenance
11:45 am – 11:55 am	250 Consolation Race
12:00 pm – 12:10 pm	450 Consolation Race
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm	OPENING CEREMONIES
1:00 pm – 1:08 pm	250 Class Sight Lap
1:10 pm – 1:45 pm	250 Class Moto #1
1:50 pm – 2:00 pm	Podium Interviews
2:00 pm – 2:08 pm	450 Class Sight Lap
2:10 pm – 2:45 pm	450 Class Moto #1
2:50 pm -3:00 pm	Podium Interviews
2:45 pm-3:15 pm	Halftime
3:15 pm – 3:23 pm	250 Class Sight Lap
3:23 pm – 4:00 pm	250 Class Moto #2
4:05 pm – 4:15 pm	250 Winners Circle
4:15 pm – 4:23 pm	450 Class Sight Lap
4:23 pm – 5:00 pm	450 Class Moto #2
5:00 pm – 5:15 pm	450 Winners Circle

INJURY REPORT (IT WOULD BE EASIER TO LIST WHO ISN’T ON IT)

RJ HAMPSHIRE – CONCUSSION

Rj Hampshire 2023 Washougal National-8410 R.J. Hampshire had a brutal get-off at the start of the second moto of the Unadilla National. Unfortunately for R.J., the crash had left him unconscious in the middle of the track, signaling a red flag. RJ did post to social media that he is in one piece and working to get back to racing.

COOPER WEBB – LEAVING KTM

Cooper Webb 2023 Thunder Valley National-0142 Cooper Webb had a practice crash leading up to the 2023 Red Bud National. KTM stated he was feeling pretty banged up. He sat out that round, and then, on Thursday before Southwick, KTM and Cooper Webb announced that they have parted ways, effective immediately, and Cooper Webb will not race any more Nationals for KTM this summer. However, Cooper is expected to race in the Supermotocross playoffs on a Yamaha.

CHANCE HYMAS – KNEE

Chance Hymas 2023 Hangtown National-7409 Chance suffered an ACL knee injury during midweek testing; he underwent surgery to repair it and will miss the remainder of the season.

JORDON SMITH – THUMB/WRIST

Jordon Smith 2023 Thunder Valley National-9966 Jordon suffered a thumb and wrist injury during midweek testing. He will sit could be back on the track before the 250 Nationals are over.

ELI TOMAC – ACHILLES TENDON

Eli Tomac hyper-extended his ankle while leading the 450 Main Event at Denver and ruptured his Achilles tendon, putting him out for the entire season. As of now, Eli doesn’t says he will not retire and , at the moment has a Supercross-only deal with Star Yamaha for the 2024 season (with an option for the Nationals). He will not race the 2023 Supercross motocross playoffs.

GUILLEM FARRES – BROKEN ARM

Guillem suffered a gnarly broken arm at Thunder Valley at the start of the first 250 moto. He will miss the rest of the season.

MICHAEL MOSIMAN – SHOULDER INJURY

Michael crashed at Hangtown at the start of the second 250 moto; he injured his shoulder severely enough to require surgery. The GasGas rider is out for the rest of the season.

NATE THRASHER – HIP, COLLARBONE, ACL

Nate Thrasher is out for the season. He sustained a cracked collarbone and dislocated hip during his crash at the Atlanta Supercross. Nate underwent successful surgery on the hip and another surgery on his knee to repair a torn ACL.

CHRISTIAN CRAIG – DISLOCATED HIP AND BROKEN/DISLOCATED ELBOW

Christian went down in the first practice session at Glendale through the whoops section dislocating both his hip and elbow. Christian is not expected back this season.

CAMERON MCADOO – DISLOCATED SHOULDER/TORN LABRUM

Cameron McAdoo sustained a dislocated shoulder while practicing before Glendale and he underwent surgery immediately to get it fixed. He will be out for most likely miss the rest of the season.

NICK ROMANO – KNEE

Nick Romano will miss the entire 2023 season, both Supercross and motocross. Nick tore his ACL and meniscus in his knee and had surgery.

MALCOLM STEWART – KNEE

Malcolm Stewart crashed while practicing after the San Diego Supercross, and he tore his ACL. Malcolm had surgery and is out for the foreseeable future, but Husqvarna renewed his contract for 2024-2025.