The 2026 Loretta Lynn's Amateur National Motocross Championship has been a thrilling showcase of talent and determination, with Day Four delivering some highly anticipated and dramatic moments. As the first wave of national champions were crowned, the tension and excitement were palpable at the Loretta Lynn's Ranch.
One of the most captivating storylines emerged in the 85cc (10-12) class, where Jaydin Smart dominated the field with a perfect 1-1-1 moto sweep. Smart's consistent performance and multi-second leads showcased his exceptional skill and control. Beckham Smith's runner-up finish and Braxton Roth's overall podium finish added to the excitement, with Roth's consistent riding earning him a well-deserved spot.
In the Mini Sr. 2 (13-15) class, Mason Murdy's performance was nothing short of impressive. Despite a hard crash for his rival Joey Vicari, Murdy remained focused and delivered a wire-to-wire victory. The battle for second between Eidan Steinbrecher and Dylan Graham added an extra layer of drama, with Steinbrecher ultimately securing the runner-up spot.
The 65cc (10-11) Limited class saw a resilient performance from Levi Leddy, who overcame a challenging start to clinch the title. Jax Baker's moto win and Yumena Berning's impressive comeback from a crash showcased the depth of talent in this category.
One of the most unexpected outcomes came in the Mini Sr. 1 (12-14) class, where Mason Murdy achieved an unexpected sweep of the Mini Sr. titles. After a disappointing end in Mini Sr. 2, Joey Vicari's hopes for redemption were dashed by a series of unfortunate events. Eidan Steinbrecher's consistent riding earned him the runner-up position, while Tim Lopes secured the final podium spot.
The Junior (25+) class witnessed the dominance of Zach Osborne, who swept the Junior motos with an impressive 10.4-second margin. Phil Nicoletti's consistent performance earned him the runner-up spot, while Brandon Haas's strong finishes secured the overall podium.
In the 250 B class, Tanner Dorman relied on his consistent riding to take the title, despite Tristan Prueitt's impressive moto wins. Dane Pappas' stellar pace and McKayden Fitch's impressive charge added to the excitement, with Dorman's calm and collected approach paying off.
The Women's class saw a thrilling showdown between Jordan Jarvis and Mayla Herrick, with Herrick ultimately clinching the championship with a dominant final moto performance. Hannah Hodges' consistent riding earned her a spot on the overall podium.
The highly anticipated 250 Pro Sport class delivered an exciting conclusion, with Ryder Malinoski holding on to a single-point advantage to clinch the championship. Landon Gibson's dominant moto win and Carson Wood's strong performance added to the drama, with Gibson securing the runner-up spot.
As the 45th Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship continues, the action and drama are sure to intensify. With Day Five approaching, the stage is set for more thrilling races and unexpected outcomes. Stay tuned as the best amateur motocross riders in the world battle it out for glory at Loretta Lynn's Ranch.
