S4 EP1: "This season is wide open..." SMX Season Preview

Title 24 is back for Season 4! Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto sit down to discuss Jett Lawrence's off-season injury, the impact it will have on the 450 field and his brother Hunter, defending Supercross champion Cooper Webb's new bike, Eli Tomac and Chase Sexton on new teams, Jorge Prado filling his own big shoes, Haiden Deegan's move to the 450 and how the 250 class is anyone's for the taking.Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFourWatch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Title 24 is back! Welcome to Season 4.(3:00) Jett Lawrence's injury is a tough one.(14:30) Hunter Lawrence's door is now open.(18:05) RV breaks down Cooper Webb's new ride.(24:50) Chase Sexton: "I have a good feeling."(30:38) Eli Tomac bringing new things to KTM.(36:48) Jorge Prado: "Big shoes to fill... his own."(40:30) Ken Roczen and his new teammate Jason Anderson.(43:58) Malcolm Stewart's off-season impresses again.(45:50) Pick One - Justin Cooper or RJ Hampshire.(50:26) Garrett Marchbanks: (52:38) Haiden Deegan: Perfect season?(57:43) Should Haiden have moved up after Jett injury?(59:33) How will Jo Shimoda's injury play out?(1:03:00) Chance Hymas: "Let's finish a season..."(1:05:26) Cole Davies: "I don't give a **** what coast..."(10:07:31) Levi Kitchen: "Come out swinging."(1:10:09) Seth Hammaker: Complete the resurrection.(1:12:33) Should Max Anstie and Deegan split coasts?(1:15:26) Austin Forkner made the 450 choice.(1:18:23) Ryder DiFrancesco: "Very optimistic."(1:22:23) Changes to the Supercross qualifying sessions.(1:27:27) Help me fix my Whiskey Throttle.(1:30:22) Motorsports on NBC(1:32:00) Anaheim Preview 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.(0:38) Fun weekend at Motocross of Nations.(2:56) Yamaha Super Finale youth motocross series.(5:54) Moment of the Week.(8:13) Fan question: how many beers did you have? And did you share with RC?(10:06) How does it feel that RV has bragging right over RC now?(14:53) Did anyone run the scoop tire in the MC Holeshot Challenge?(17:12) Team Australia wins 2nd straight MXoN.(23:19) RC and RV discuss MXoN's Team USA.(25:26) "I think Sushi crushed it on a 450 dude."(29:32) "Kenny got hosed right off the bat."(31:51) Did we (USA) have a chance with Deegan and Chase?(36:09) Thoughts on de Wolf?(38:46) "It was legendry! You beat everyone." The boys discuss the 2007 Motocross of Nations. (41:00) "Here is my take on Deegan....to settle any question marks that anyone has"(45:08) If you could go back in time and pick three racers at their peak for MXoN, who would it be?(49:41) Silly season and al the big names changing teams for 2026. 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.(1:34) Special guest: Darren Lawrence joins the show.(2:38) Do you think there is any tension building up between Lawrence brothers?(3:47) What was the mood like for both Jett and Hunter after Vegas?(4:30) With the boys now being superstars, media etc. How do you keep them grounded?(5:45) Would Dazzy ever write a book about their life?(7:02) How in the world did Darren produce world champion kids when he didn’t even race a dirtbike? (17:37) Do you get satisfaction watching other racers like Hammaker training with you sons succeed? (21:18) RC, RV and Dazzy react to a soundbite of Hunter speaking about mentoring his younger brother.(27:05) RC and RV will be competing at Jeremy McGrath Holeshot challenge at MXoN.(31:09) RC and RV discuss with Dazzy the upcoming Motocross if Nations.(36:37) Ever going to move back to Australia, or is America home now?(40:59) RC and RV discuss the biggest news to come out of the SMX Finals in Las Vegas.(46:28) Tactics of Antics?(56:05) Have you ever had any beef or been in a situation like that?(1:01:41) RC recalls a hit 1997 Supercross in Las Vegas he put on Kevin Windham that did not go as planned.(1:05:49) Let's talk about the rest of the field.(1:13:03) Who are your #1 picks to replace Deegan and Sexton if they can’t represent USA in MXoN?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 a Wild Title 24!(1:55) The Drama that was Deegan vs. Kitchen.(7:49) But, what’s the difference to Deegan-Davies?(13:09) Levi Kitchen gives us his side.(20:55) But, what about Deegan and Kitchen’s practice crash?(28:18) Sick Shimoda Shines!(29:02) The Future of Playoff Tracks.(31:55) What does Deegan need to do to win the title?(44:06) SMX Playoffs perfect for Hunter Lawrence.(49:23) Other contenders to the Lawrence brothers.(50:55) The 450 suits RJ.(51:58) Chase Sexton: What happened on the last lap?(55:49) A Call on the Comms to One Rider.(58:30) Motorsports on NBC this week.(59:34) RV making predicitions? 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.