S3 EP36: "Keep your enemies closer..." St. Louis Review

A wild SMX Playoff round in St. Louis gave our champions Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto plenty to talk about, including Levi Kitchen taking out Haiden Deegan, Hunter Lawrence's big win, Jo Shimoda taking the lead while riding sick, Jett Lawrence's tough start, and Chase Sexton's final lap and what happened. Plus, some advice for riders heading into the SMX World Championship Finals.Watch the entire podcasts and past episodes at the Motorsports on NBC YouTube pageFollow us on Instagram and Facebook(0:00) Welcome to Title 24!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(1:04) Rain delay causes first playoff cancelation of Moto 2s.(12:08) Which take do each of you personally agree with? Deegz or Jett ?(15:34) "If you take Haiden out of it... we would have some hella racing in the 250 class.”(17:21) “Were you surprised with Hammaker and how well he was riding?”(19:07) Sushi Jo or Wasabi Jo?(21:24) RC and RV discuss the practice of following your rivals during the event practice.(23:35) Seth Hammaker and Levi Kitchen received penalties for jumping under a Red Cross flag. (32:46) Did Haiden jump on the red flag?(30:43) Jett, Sexton and Tomac all mentioned that the track was sketchy. What made it so sketchy this year?(45:50) “I thought that Eli rode a hell of a race.” RC and RV talk about Eli’s and the rest of the 450 field’s performance this weekend.(49:49) Could RV beat Haiden Deegan during his 250 days?(01:00:07) Here is what we have to look forward to next weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Title 24 becomes Title 32 as the King of Supercross Jeremy McGrath joins Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto to discuss the SMX season leading into the playoffs, what they’d change about today, Haiden Deegan’s attitude, a look back at some special moments in their careers, and a new event that will be part of the MXoN: Ironman weekend.(0:00) Welcome to Title 24, Jeremy McGrath!(3:00) A normal day in the life of The King.(4:30) “A different role being retired.”(9:46) The Holeshot King Challenge at MXoN!(18:05) Sleeper pick to win the Holeshot King Challenge.(21:22) SMX 2025: “The 250 class stands out)(23:47) Deegan’s attitude: “It’s working now…”(25:20) McGrath on Haiden’s 450 transition.(32:10) Playoffs, Lap Times, Lock Devices, and more.(40:42) RC and MC take it back…(41:00) When does MC think his peak was?(44:17) Emig made the King lose sleep.(49:43) The 2001 Whip Photo.(54:37) Mutual Respect.(56:56) RV takes MC’s number.(58:50) SMX playoffs are here!(1:00:40) Motorsports on NBC.(1:01:58) Thank you all, see you next week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(0:58) Congratulations to the 2025 WMX Champion Lachland "Lala" Turner.(4:21) Haiden Deegan wins 2nd Pro Motocross championship.(7:09) Do mechanics get any win bonuses from their rider? Similar to golf caddies?(9:38) Haiden Deegan mind games in qualifying and podium interviews.(17:39) RV and RC were both rising stars in the 250’s, what was you guys most humbling XP?(20:16) RC "I like what I saw from Cole (Davies)".(22:58) Jo Shimoda recalls an interesting conversation with Haiden Deegan after moto 1.(28:51) SMX Playoff preview for the 250 division.(30:46) "I believe we should do away with hole shot devices to put the starts more into the riders hands? What do you say?" (35:04) Quick recap of the 450s at Budds Creek.(38:25) What is the most surprising thing in the 450 outdoors this year? Hampshire being super consistent? Prado and the way he gels with Kawasaki? Justin Cooper being #1 seed going into the playoffs?(46:09) SMX Playoff preview for the 450 division. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto sit down and discuss Jett Lawrence's latest championship victory, Jo Shimoda's dominant performance, Haiden Deegan's playoff outlook vs. the field, what really might be Jorge Prado's problem, RJ Hampshire making waves, Ken Roczen's return, how to fix Eli Tomac, and whether the sport needs another class or qualifying points.(0:00) Welcome to Title 24(1:07) The trials and tribulations of a Moto Dad.(5:00) Jett Lawrence does it again!(8:10) Winning a championship after injury.(13:03) The track was "gnarly in a good way; old school."(15:02) Another good lesson for RJ Hampshire.(18:10) Jorge Prado: Tracks, Pace may be the problem.(26:27) Good to see Ken Roczen back.(29:48) Eli Tomac: What can he work on for the future?(33:18) One more thing on Prado...(34:19) Shimoda dominant as Deegan in Champ mode.(43:58) Should Deegan both riding this week?(46:23) Should SMX add another class on a regular basis?(50:51) Should points be awarded to top qualifiers?(58:05) Waiting for the best times to ride and test.(1:04:51) Motorsports on NBC this week.(1:06:06) Weekend plans besides Budds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are back, and they are joined by first-time 450 Pro Motocross winner Hunter Lawrence to discuss his victory, the perseverance it took to get on top of the podium, the upcoming Motocross of Nations race at Ironman, and his love of working on cars. Our champions also dissected Jett Lawrence's penalty and why it was so severe, Chase Sexton's day-ending crash, RJ Hampshire is officially a podium guy in the premier class, and whether teams keep riders in the 250 class too long.(0:00) Welcome back, Title 24.(1:20) A 3-week break that wasn't a break.(9:05) Hunter Lawrence joins the show.(32:50) "I love Hunter's mindset."(34:35) Will there be track changes for MXoN?(38:18) Jett Lawrence: Was the penalty too severe?(46:05) Chase Sexton: "Crap luck."(51:35) Has Sexton caught Jett in speed?(54:41) Flowers to RJ Hampshire.(56:31) Eli Tomac: Illness vs. the conditions.(58:36) Jo Shimoda proved he's worth a new deal.(1:01:31) Haiden Deegan: To Race Budds on a 450 or To Not?(1:05:45) Are riders kept in 250 class too long?(1:11:59) Motorsports on NBC this week.(1:13:18) An Apology to Unadilla?(1:16:00) See you next week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(3:48) RC "Let's get into Washougal."(9:48) KTM just getting the bike dialed in or is Sexton just getting dialed in?(12:37) RC and RV discuss Jett Lawrence's performance in Washougal.(19:26) Tomac, looks like he's working on the bike.(24:15) Scoop tires at Washougal.(29:35) RC and RV discuss Justin Cooper, the leader in the SMX Playoff standings.(39:57) Eli Tomac’s take on the new red flag restart Pro Motocross has adopted.(42:20) Interesting interview on Vital MX with Jorge Prado before Washougal.(51:37) RC on Jo Shimoda " How do you not like Jo?"(57:00) With all the skills of Jett, Deegan and Chase, will they change Pro Motocross as McGrath, Carmichael, Villopoto and Stewart did?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the Bahamas to Mississippi, Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are remote discussing Spring Creek this past weekend, including Jeremy Martin ends his career on a high note, Jett and Hunter Lawrence do it again, Haiden Deegan battling adversity, Jo Shimoda and the rear brake, what's going on with Eli Tomac, Chase Sexton vs. the hill, and how the paddle tire changes the bike setting.(0:00) Welcome to Title 24 on the road.(3:40) Jeremy Martin's Perfect Send-Off.(8:51) Reliving Spring Creek 2007.(10:36) Haiden Deegan does what he needs to.(13:15) Hats off to Triumph.(13:41) Jo Shimoda: A good ride, and no rear brake.(16:46) Track conditions for a scoop?(17:30) Tom Vialle's head is elsewhere? (19:22) What's going on with Eli Tomac?(21:53) Chase Sexton vs. the Hill.(23:00) Jett Lawrence "there's not a lot of thinking..."(25:05) Look at the starts for the Lawrence's.(26:55) Kudos to Hampshire, he'll "get better."(29:37) Justin Cooper and the SMX implications.(34:18) Paddle Tires and the settings.(40:05) SMX on NBC this week.(40:50) Washougal Preview(42:34) Thoughts with Martin Davalos(42:46) See you next week with better WiFi! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00)  Welcome to Title 24(1:30) RC and RV catch up on their July 4th weekend fun.(3:20) RV and RC start discussing last week's action at RedBud.(5:13) RC “There was a lot of great rides, but Jett continues to dominate…”(9:27) Is this the most dominant era of motocross with Jett and Deegan? Or was Ricky’s era better?(16:10) RC "This things are made to run fast they’re not made to last.”(19:17) Chase showed us he’s got the speed, what’s it going to take for someone to challenge Jett?(22:49) RC "Hey what did you think of Prado?"(25:10) RV on Justin Cooper “He is a must-have second rider.”(32:02) RC “ Awesome for the Ducati brand to be coming out in the US series….” (37:26) RC and RV break down and school us on the origin of Jett’s winner celebration after the finish at RedBud.(40:49) RC and RV react to a VitalMX interview with Chase Sexton before racing at RedBud.(49:22) RC and RV review the action from the 250s at RedBud. Starting with Jo Shimoda.(53:32) What do you think Deegan’s issues were this week?(56:16) RC on Jalek Swoll “Another impressive ride.”(1:01:57) Viewer question - “Do you agree with Gypsy on banning the paddle tires?”(1:09:09) Why won’t American manufactures make dirt bikes and start a factory team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00)  Welcome to Title 24(:35) RC and RV share their thoughts on the tragic death of motocross racer Aidan Zingg.(2:36) RV is reliving the good ole days and is back on the bike racing.(5:30) Does RV think his near stock yz450f is as fast as his last factory bike?(7:40) RC " I liked going to Southwick only because I knew it was going to be tough."(10:34) RC "… just an absolute clinic.(13:44) RC "Dude, Prado, great to see him up there.(19:41) RC "I want to talk a little bit about Eli and give some props to him."(25:10) Do you think all the years training alone is why Eli is struggling to make passes and be aggressive?(28:15) A couple of notables from the 450 class. (29:37) Recap of the 250 action at Southwick.(30:48) RV about Haiden Deegan "I think he’s got everybody beat before they leave the bleep truck.”(36:42) Is it too early to start talking about Jett vs Haiden?(42:21) Do you think if Deegan wraps up the 250 title early, he would consider stepping up to the 450 for the final round?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.