Round 4 of the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship brought the heat—both literally and figuratively—as fans packed into High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania. The day saw an electric showdown between two of the sport’s most dominant riders: veteran Eli Tomac and rising star Jett Lawrence. In an afternoon that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the pair split the 450 Class moto wins, showcasing two very different styles of riding at the pinnacle of American motocross.
In Moto 1, Eli Tomac reminded the world exactly why he’s considered one of the greatest motocross riders of all time. With a flawless start and surgical precision on the rutted High Point track, Tomac quickly pulled away from the pack. The Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing rider appeared to be in mid-season form, carving through corners and blitzing down the straightaways with a level of aggression that left his competitors scrambling.
Jett Lawrence, the defending 450 Class champion, started Moto 1 just outside the top five but mounted a calculated charge through the field. The Team Honda HRC rider picked off position after position, eventually settling into second behind Tomac. Despite his best efforts, the Australian couldn’t close the gap in time, finishing a solid runner-up in the opening moto.
Moto 2 flipped the narrative. This time, it was Lawrence who got out to a near-perfect start, grabbing the holeshot and immediately going to work on building a gap. The young phenom seemed unfazed by the pressure, riding with a silky-smooth style that has become his trademark. With near-perfect line selection and mistake-free laps, Lawrence managed the lead from start to finish.
Tomac, meanwhile, struggled to match Lawrence’s pace in the second outing. Though still impressively fast, Tomac made a couple of uncharacteristic mistakes in the early laps, which allowed Lawrence to stretch his lead. While he eventually regrouped and settled into a strong rhythm, it wasn’t enough to reel in the red plate holder.
The result? A 1-2 finish for both riders, with Tomac taking the overall win thanks to the better finish in Moto 1. The split moto victories meant each rider walked away with valuable championship points, but it was Tomac who stole the headlines—and the overall win—for Round 4.
This outcome adds another fascinating chapter to the growing rivalry between the veteran and the upstart. Tomac, now in the twilight of his illustrious career, is proving that he still has the pace, fitness, and mental toughness to compete at the highest level. Lawrence, on the other hand, continues to show maturity beyond his years, adapting to every condition and competitor thrown his way.
What makes this battle so compelling is the contrast in styles. Tomac is all power and intensity—brute force and grit wrapped in years of experience. Lawrence is finesse and precision—a new-school rider with a fluidity that often makes difficult terrain look easy. When the two are on form, the rest of the field is often racing for third.
High Point also showcased just how deep the 450 Class field is in 2025. Riders like Chase Sexton, Aaron Plessinger, and Dylan Ferrandis had moments of brilliance throughout the day, though neither could disrupt the Tomac-Lawrence duel up front. As the series heads into the middle portion of the season, the consistency of these front-runners will become even more critical.
Fans now turn their attention to Round 5 at RedBud, where fireworks are all but guaranteed. With Tomac and Lawrence trading blows, and other contenders ready to pounce, the 2025 championship is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. Neither rider is giving an inch, and that makes for spectacular racing.
As we reach the midpoint of the season, one thing is clear: Eli Tomac and Jett Lawrence are in a league of their own. Whether you’re cheering for the seasoned veteran or the next-generation superstar, this is motocross at its finest—two elite riders pushing each other, and the sport, to new heights.
Stay tuned, because if Round 4 is any indication, the rest of the season will be nothing short of thrilling.
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