Shimoda Wins Washougal, Lawrence Brothers Stay Strong

Jo Shimoda takes his second 250 overall win of the season at Washougal, while Jett and Hunter Lawrence finish strong in the 450 class as the AMA Pro Motocross series heads into its summer break.

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The 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship crossed the three-quarters mark at Washougal MX Park, where Jo Shimoda delivered a commanding performance to take his second overall win in the 250 class this season. Meanwhile, Jett Lawrence and Hunter Lawrence continued their consistent form in the 450 division, finishing second and fourth overall, respectively, as the championship enters a two-week break.

250 Class: Shimoda Dominates in the Trees

Washougal’s tight, shaded layout didn’t stop Jo Shimoda from showcasing exceptional race craft. After a seventh-place start in Moto 1, the Japanese rider quickly advanced to second by lap three and held that position to the finish. In Moto 2, Shimoda seized the lead early and built a massive 18-second advantage, securing the overall win with 2-1 scores. It marked his fifth career overall victory and cemented his role as the primary challenger to Haiden Deegan, who still leads the 250MX standings by 45 points.

450 Class: Jett’s Streak Ends, but Points Lead Grows

Jett Lawrence entered Washougal with a seven-race overall win streak in the 450 class. Though the streak came to an end, he still walked away with a strong second overall result. After a minor tip-over in Moto 1 cost him a shot at the lead, he finished third, then rebounded in Moto 2 by taking the win and securing valuable championship points.

Hunter Lawrence extended his top-five streak to 19 consecutive rounds, finishing fourth overall with 5-4 moto results. While neither Lawrence brother ranks Washougal among their favourite circuits due to its shaded, high-contrast terrain, both delivered solid performances that kept Honda HRC Progressive Racing in the spotlight.

Team Insights and Weekend Highlights

• Jett Lawrence posted the fastest lap times in both 450 motos and now leads the 450MX standings with 382 points, 61 ahead of Hunter.
• Shimoda also clocked the fastest lap in 250 Moto 2, riding with precision and control.
• RC support riders from Honda posted solid efforts, including Cullin Park (20th in 250), Jeremy Hand (20th in 450), and several others filling out the grid.
• A media-day holeshot contest featured guest appearances by former pros Steve Matthes and Jason Thomas, highlighting Honda’s strong starts this season.
• Washougal also marked the 1000th WorldSBK race, adding historical weight to a weekend full of milestones and strong finishes.

What’s Next

The AMA Pro Motocross Championship now pauses for a two-week break. Racing resumes on August 9 in Crawfordsville, Indiana, with just three rounds remaining in the 2025 season. Jett Lawrence looks to close out the 450 title, while Jo Shimoda will continue chasing Haiden Deegan for the 250 crown.

With momentum and consistency on their side, the Red Riders are well-positioned heading into the final stretch of the season.