Best Bets: MotoAmerica Superbikes at Ridge Motorsports Park Pre-Event Odds Analysis

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Best Bets and Picks for MotoAm Ridge Motorsports Park 2024

Superbike

Top Picks and Bets

Cameron Beaubier (+143) is set to make his much-anticipated return from injury at Ridge. The 5-time MotoAmerica Superbike champ won three of the first five races this season before a heel injury sidelined him. Beaubier took victory in race two at Ridge last year and his smooth, precise style is well-suited to the fast, flowing nature of the track. If he can quickly shake off the rust, expect Beaubier to be a major factor.

Jake Gagne (+264) has had an uncharacteristically difficult season so far as he chases a fourth straight title. Arm pump issues have hampered the Colorado native, but he still sits second in points. Gagne has a stellar record at Ridge with five wins in eight attempts, including a victory and a second here last year. He’ll be fired up to kickstart his campaign at a venue he clearly vibes with.

Bobby Fong (+630) arrives at Ridge in red-hot form, having vaulted to the championship lead after two dominant victories last time out at Brainerd. Fong endured a disastrous Ridge visit in 2023 but is a different proposition this year, having really hit his stride in recent rounds. The Wrench Motorsports Yamaha man will be determined to prove his newfound pace is no fluke.

Outsider Picks

Josh Herrin (+1773) has been knocking on the door of victories all season long on the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati. The 2013 Superbike champ sits third in the standings and is Fong’s nearest challenger after a string of podium finishes. Herrin took pole and two third-places at Ridge last year, showing his hard-charging style gels with the track. If he can string it all together, Herrin is a serious podium threat.

Cameron Petersen (+3211) has adapted quickly to MotoAmerica Superbike with the Attack Performance/Progressive/Yamaha Racing squad. The South African scored an impressive third last time out at Brainerd to lift himself to fourth in points. Petersen is progressing nicely in his first full premier class season and Ridge’s fast layout could play to his strengths. A maiden Superbike podium isn’t out of the question.

Loris Baz (+3278) has blown hot and cold on the second Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati so far in 2024. The Frenchman took a strong fourth at Brainerd but has only managed one other top-five finish. Still, on his day, the former World Superbike star has searing pace and Ridge’s high-speed, flowing nature should suit the Ducati V4R. If Baz can find his groove, the podium isn’t out of reach.

Expert Pick for Superbike

With Beaubier returning and Gagne determined to reignite his title charge, picking a winner at Ridge is no easy feat. But we’re giving the slightest of edges to Beaubier. The Californian is a Ridge master and his smooth, inch-perfect style is tailor-made for the track’s long corners. Beaubier has the uncanny ability to get up to speed quickly and I believe he’ll be in the mix from the get-go, injury layoff or not. Beaubier to win at least one of the two races and announce his championship comeback in style.

Supersport

Top Picks and Bets

In the Supersport class, Mathew Scholtz (+160) enters Ridge as the slight favorite. The South African has been on a tear recently, winning both races at Brainerd. Scholtz leads the title chase by just two points, having won four races to Jacobsen’s three. The South African has really found his groove on the Strack Racing Yamaha recently, bouncing back from a slightly slower start to 2024. With the ultra-smooth Ridge layout suiting his style, Scholtz will be hard to beat.

PJ Jacobsen (+240) may have lost the championship lead, but he remains a potent threat. The Ducati rider has been a model of consistency, finishing on the podium in every race this season. The 30-year-old won at Ridge last season, proving the fast, flowing nature of the track plays to his strengths. Jacobsen is on the brink of a first MotoAmerica Supersport title and won’t go down without a fight. Expect him to be glued to Scholtz’s rear wheel all weekend.

Corey Alexander (+1453) has impressed in his return from a hip injury sustained at Barber. The former Superbike race winner gritted his teeth to an impressive third last time out at Brainerd and is getting stronger with every race. Alexander is still building back up to full fitness but has the talent to run with Scholtz and Jacobsen if everything clicks. He can’t be discounted for the podium.

Outsider Picks

Tyler Scott (+1900) is the only other rider to taste Supersport victory besides Scholtz and Jacobsen in 2024. The Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rising star broke through for a maiden win at Road America and has searing pace on his day. Scott has endured a few too many DNFs to mount a title challenge so far but finished second in race two at Ridge last year. If he can put it all together, a podium is highly possible.

Jake Lewis‘s (+2511) season on the Altus Motorsports Suzuki has been a model of consistency. The veteran sits third in points after picking up podiums at both Road Atlanta and Barber. Lewis is hugely experienced and smart enough to know that championships are won through persistence, not by taking unnecessary risks. A rostrum might be a stretch at Ridge, but Lewis can never be counted out.

Maximiliano Gerardo (+2757) has been mighty impressive in his first full MotoAmerica Supersport season. The Argentinian privateer sits sixth in the standings, ahead of several factory riders, after stringing together ten consecutive top-10 finishes. Gerardo’s work ethic and determination are second to none and he’s improving with every race weekend. Scoring a top-five at Ridge would be another hugely impressive result.

Expert Pick for Supersport

The Supersport races at Ridge are likely to be all about two men: Mathew Scholtz and PJ Jacobsen. The duo have dominated the class in 2024 and it’s almost impossible to split them. But we’re giving Scholtz the slightest of edges. Ridge’s fast, flowing nature should play to the South African’s silky smooth style and he tends to get stronger as races go on. Scholtz to win at least one of the two races and extend his championship lead. But don’t expect Jacobsen to be far away.=

Superbike Championship Futures Update

In the Superbike division, Jake Gagne (-135) remains the championship favorite despite his recent struggles, a testament to his dominant form in previous seasons. Bobby Fong‘s (+229) recent surge has seen his odds shorten dramatically, reflecting his current championship lead. Cameron Petersen (+729) and Josh Herrin (+1244) remain in the hunt, while Cameron Beaubier‘s (+1521) injury-induced absence has seen his odds drift, creating potential value for bettors who believe in his ability to mount a late-season charge.

Supersport Championship Futures Update

The Supersport championship remains a two-horse race, with PJ Jacobsen (-123) holding a slim advantage over Mathew Scholtz (+101). The significant gap to Tyler Scott, Corey Alexander, and Jake Lewis (all at +12246) underscores the dominance of the top two, but also presents intriguing long-shot opportunities for bettors willing to take a risk on a late-season surge from one of the chasing pack.

Baggers Championship Futures Update

In the Baggers division, Troy Herfoss (-561) has established himself as the runaway favorite, with his dominant performances throughout the season reflected in his odds. Kyle Wyman (+165) remains the most likely challenger, but the significant gap to the rest of the field – with Tyler O’Hara, Hayden Gillim, and Max Flinders all at long odds (+11528 or higher) – suggests that barring a dramatic turn of events, the championship is likely to be decided between the top two. The long odds on the chasing pack could provide value for bettors willing to take a chance on a late-season upset, particularly if mechanical issues or crashes were to affect the leaders.

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As the engines roar to life at Ridge Motorsports Park, the 2024 MotoAmerica season reaches a critical juncture that could reshape the championship landscape across all classes. With every lap carrying the potential for glory or heartbreak, fans and bettors alike are in for a weekend of unparalleled excitement and drama. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action – tune in, place your bets, and witness history in the making as MotoAmerica’s finest push the limits of speed and skill in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

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