Pro Motocross Championship Returns to Action for Momentous RedBud National on America’s 250th Anniversary 

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (June 29, 2026) – The Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is set to make its return from the summer’s first break in action with one of the most anticipated races of the 2026 Monster Energy SMX World Championship. With the halfway point of the outdoor campaign looming, Michigan’s celebrated RedBud MX will add to the sport’s longstanding Independence Day tradition with the 53rd running of the 5.11 RedBud National on America’s 250th Anniversary, this Saturday, July 4th. 
 
“The first month of the summer has been incredible, with compelling action on the racetrack witnessed by some of the largest crowds in recent memory. Now, on the heels of a welcome early break, we return for the pivotal midsummer run that will paint a clearer picture of how the championships will unfold,” said Davey Coombs, President, MX Sports Pro Racing. “You’d be hard pressed to find a better way to come out of the break than a celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary at RedBud. The always passionate fans that line the fences and hillsides will bring even more energy, creating a more raucous atmosphere. It is going to be a truly special race and a memorable first year of title support for 5.11, who have fully embraced our sport, our fans, and their partnership with the Monster Energy SMX World Championship.”
 
RedBud’s storied legacy around the 4th of July has served as the perfect complement to the dynamic layout of one of American motocross’ premier venues. The track challenges riders with a little bit of everything – high speeds allow riders to hang it out, big obstacles like LaRocco's Leap send bikes soaring through the air, and some of the most technical sections in the championship keep racers on their toes. RedBud's position at the center of the calendar has always served as a critical junction of each championship and the race's holiday tie-in has provided one of the most passionate and enthusiastic atmospheres in the sport for the past half century. Everything that makes RedBud special is encapsulated by a simple and boisterous yell of “REDBUUUUUD!” from the fans, the riders, or anyone overcome by the event's captivating spirit.

Southern California-based 5.11 was born in the outdoors in 2003, with a unique name created from the most competitive decimal system used in climbing at Yosemite National Park. The brand’s specially designed apparel, footwear, and gear are built to perform when it matters most, which reflects the ethos of Challenge Possible™, a belief that challenge isn’t something you avoid, it’s something you choose. With products made to withstand the toughest conditions and a company founded on the mindset to overcome challenges, 5.11 embodies the traits that make up the spirit of the Pro Motocross Championship. Those qualities have made 5.11 the trusted choice of many in the SMX paddock, particularly the 5.11 Triumph Factory Racing team.
 
On the racetrack, the field of athletes come into RedBud feeling more refreshed from the off weekend, which should lead to more compelling battles for victory. In the 450SMX Class, the sibling rivalry between Honda HRC Progressive teammates Jett and Hunter Lawrence is expected to continue. They have an equal share of victories after the first month of racing and return from the break separated by just two points. While Jett has won two of the past three years at RedBud, Hunter has the momentum from arguably the most dominant performance of his career at the most recent round, where he came out on top of a head-to-head battle with his younger brother. Still lurking behind the Lawrences is Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan. The rookie continues to make progress just four races into his premier class career and is determined to challenge the Australian duo for wins, not just podiums. The top American in the class is no doubt going to bring some added motivation from the holiday atmosphere, at the same venue where he broke through for his first professional win three years ago. Additionally, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Jorge Prado is poised to make it a four-rider affair. The Spaniard has shown flashes of the speed that made him a multi-time world champion and continues to put in the work during the week to become a more consistent threat at the front of the field.