In our “NXTBets Athlete Spotlight” series, we shine a light on the athletes who are making the biggest waves across various sports. Today, we’re focusing on Chase Sexton, the 23-year-old KTM phenom who has taken the 2024 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship by storm after a season-ending injury to defending champion Jett Lawrence.
Lawrence, who was favored to defend his title, suffered a thumb injury in a practice crash on July 4th. The injury required surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the outdoor season. Lawrence’s absence left a void at the top of the 450MX class, and Sexton wasted no time seizing the opportunity.
Sexton had already been applying pressure to Lawrence, trailing him by just three points heading into Round 5 at RedBud. With Lawrence out of the picture, Sexton took full advantage, notching a dominant 1-1 sweep that same afternoon to claim the red plate and establish himself as the championship favorite.
Pure Dominance
From there, Sexton never looked back. His unique blend of raw speed, razor-sharp racecraft, and unshakable mental toughness proved too much for his competitors to overcome. Even on days when he didn’t get the holeshot or suffered a minor mishap, like his tip-overs at Budds Creek, Sexton’s ability to rebound and charge through the pack became his calling card.
The numbers tell the story of Sexton’s summer-long stranglehold on the division. Through 11 rounds, he’s racked up nine overall wins and 14 moto victories, finishing off the podium just once in 22 starts. He’s led an astonishing 202 laps, more than double his nearest rival, and has only surrendered the points lead once. With a commanding 28-point cushion heading into the Ironman National finale, Sexton is on the cusp of his first premier class title.
Looking Ahead
As Sexton prepares to put the finishing touches on his magnum opus 2024 campaign, the motocross world eagerly awaits to see what milestones he might reach in the coming years. Equipped with a champion’s skillset and unshakable self-belief, the Illinois native seems destined to etch his name alongside the all-time greats. If his 2024 dominance is any indication, that day may arrive sooner than anyone expects. Chase Sexton isn’t just the next big thing in American motocross – he’s already here, and he’s only begun to rewrite the record books.
With Lawrence set to return in 2025, a titanic clash looms on the horizon – but for now, the summer belongs to Sexton, and he’s leaving no doubt about who reigns supreme in the 450MX division.
For more in-depth analysis and predictions for this weekend’s Ironman National MX finals, be sure to check out our Best Bets article. And keep an eye out for more NXTBets Athlete Spotlights and odds analysis pieces as we continue to cover the biggest stories and most impressive performances across the sports world.
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NXTBets Athlete Spotlight: Chase Sexton’s Dominant 2024 Pro Motocross Campaign
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In our “NXTBets Athlete Spotlight” series, we shine a light on the athletes who are making the biggest waves across various sports. Today, we’re focusing on Chase Sexton, the 23-year-old KTM phenom who has taken the 2024 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship by storm after a season-ending injury to defending champion Jett Lawrence.
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Seizing the Opportunity
Lawrence, who was favored to defend his title, suffered a thumb injury in a practice crash on July 4th. The injury required surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the outdoor season. Lawrence’s absence left a void at the top of the 450MX class, and Sexton wasted no time seizing the opportunity.
Sexton had already been applying pressure to Lawrence, trailing him by just three points heading into Round 5 at RedBud. With Lawrence out of the picture, Sexton took full advantage, notching a dominant 1-1 sweep that same afternoon to claim the red plate and establish himself as the championship favorite.
Pure Dominance
From there, Sexton never looked back. His unique blend of raw speed, razor-sharp racecraft, and unshakable mental toughness proved too much for his competitors to overcome. Even on days when he didn’t get the holeshot or suffered a minor mishap, like his tip-overs at Budds Creek, Sexton’s ability to rebound and charge through the pack became his calling card.
The numbers tell the story of Sexton’s summer-long stranglehold on the division. Through 11 rounds, he’s racked up nine overall wins and 14 moto victories, finishing off the podium just once in 22 starts. He’s led an astonishing 202 laps, more than double his nearest rival, and has only surrendered the points lead once. With a commanding 28-point cushion heading into the Ironman National finale, Sexton is on the cusp of his first premier class title.
Looking Ahead
As Sexton prepares to put the finishing touches on his magnum opus 2024 campaign, the motocross world eagerly awaits to see what milestones he might reach in the coming years. Equipped with a champion’s skillset and unshakable self-belief, the Illinois native seems destined to etch his name alongside the all-time greats. If his 2024 dominance is any indication, that day may arrive sooner than anyone expects. Chase Sexton isn’t just the next big thing in American motocross – he’s already here, and he’s only begun to rewrite the record books.
With Lawrence set to return in 2025, a titanic clash looms on the horizon – but for now, the summer belongs to Sexton, and he’s leaving no doubt about who reigns supreme in the 450MX division.
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