The High Point National at Mount Morris, Pennsylvania, witnessed a thrilling showdown in the 450 Moto 1, where Hunter Lawrence emerged victorious, ending his brother Jett Lawrence‘s four-moto winning streak. The race featured an international lineup, showcasing the prowess of riders from Australia, Spain, and the United States.
The event, part of the SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX)took place on June 20, 2026and was streamed live on . The race day began with qualification sessions, setting the stage for an intense competition.
Hunter Lawrence’s commanding performance
Hunter Lawrence secured the holeshot and quickly established a lead, maintaining a strong rhythm throughout the race. He faced a brief challenge from Cooper Webb during the first lap but managed to retain his position. Jett Lawrence, who had a poor start, worked his way up from 11th place, passing several riders and eventually moving into second place by Lap 5.
Despite Jett’s efforts to close the gap, Hunter maintained a comfortable lead, ultimately finishing with a margin of over 16 seconds. Jorge Prado from Spain secured third place, completing an all-international podium. Haiden Deeganwho had the fastest lap in the first qualification session, finished fourth, while Cooper Webb and Aaron Plessinger rounded out the top six.
Jett Lawrence’s struggle and Haiden Deegan’s resilience
Jett Lawrence, who has been dealing with an ankle injury, showed resilience but was unable to overcome Hunter’s lead. The race highlighted the intense competition within the Pro Motocross championship, with Hunter and Jett currently holding the first and second spots in the standings.
Haiden Deeganwho had a strong qualification session, faced a setback when Jett intentionally roosted him, causing Deegan to fall to fourth place. Despite this, Deegan managed to secure fourth place in the race, demonstrating his determination and skill.
Looking ahead to the next rounds
The High Point National was a significant event in the 2026 SuperMotocross season, with the next rounds promising more thrilling competition. The season features 31 rounds, all broadcast across various platforms, including NBCNBCSNand Peacock.
As the season progresses, riders like Hunter and Jett Lawrence, Haiden Deegan, and Jorge Prado are expected to continue their fierce competition, providing fans with exciting races and memorable moments.
