The 2025 Unadilla National marked the 10th round (penultimate) of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, featuring both the 250cc and 450cc classes. It took place on August 16, 2025, at the legendary Unadilla MX track in New Berlin, New York . This event was part of an eleven-round season running from late May through August .
Pole for Glory: Jett Lawrence Dominates
In the 450cc class, Jett Lawrence asserted his dominance, clinching another 450cc victory—his sixth in a row—at Unadilla National . This win served to reinforce his incredible form during the 2025 season and maintain his position at the top of the championship standings.
250cc Class: Jo Shimoda Steals the Show
Meanwhile, in the 250cc ranks, Jo Shimoda emerged victorious at Unadilla, becoming the class winner for this round . This added another thrilling chapter to what has been a fiercely competitive season.
Track Atmosphere and Riders
The Unadilla layout, known for its natural terrain, legendary “Sky Shot” jump, and dynamic racing environment, played its usual part in delivering intense, bar-to-bar action . The penultimate round brought heightened drama—not just on track, but off it too. Prominent riders like Ken Roczen, Eli Tomac, Justin Cooper, Justin Barcia, Jorge Prado, and more took to the track for their first timed laps during First Laps coverage, adding to the excitement and setting the tone for race day .
Pre-race press-day interviews revealed the mental and strategic stakes for key competitors. For example:
Eli Tomac expressed urgency about securing a 450MX overall win while balancing outdoor racing with his SMX World Championship commitments.
Ken Roczen candidly discussed a recent offer from Suzuki and his Motocross of Nations ambitions.
Jorge Prado addressed rumors about his future with Monster Energy Kawasaki.
Justin Barcia opened up about bike setup adjustments and his Ducati aspirations.
Ryder DiFrancesco and Mathys Boisrame shared perspectives on their packages and career progress .
Highlights Breakdown
Although the full-length race replay wasn’t found in the sources, the 450 Class Highlights video offers a condensed and thrilling look at the most defining moments—massive jumps, tight corner battles, passes for position, and the energy of the crowd. In under whatever runtime it spans, it captures Jett Lawrence’s ride to victory and the relentless competition around him .
Looking Ahead
With Unadilla being the penultimate event of the season, the championship battle is intensifying. Jett’s continued streak in the 450 class puts him close to sealing the title, while the 250cc contenders remain locked in a dogfight. The final round at Budds Creek National is set for August 23, 2025, providing the ultimate showdown to crown champions in both classes
In Summary
Event: 2025 Unadilla National (Round 10 of 11), held August 16, 2025.
450cc Winner: Jett Lawrence continued his dominant run.
250cc Winner: Jo Shimoda topped the class.
Notable Riders on Track: Roczen, Tomac, Barcia, Prado, Cooper, DiFrancesco, Boisrame.
Highlights Available: 450 Class Highlights video on YouTube.
Championship Stakes: Penultimate round; final showdown at Budds Creek on August 23.
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