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Author: Ryan Villopoto, Ricky Carmichael

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15x AMA Champion Ricky Carmichael and 9x AMA Champion Ryan Villopoto recap the week in Supercross and Motocross racing
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After round 7 in Arlington, Title 24's Michael Antonovich caught up with Pierce Brown, Joey Savatgy, Justin Cooper and more. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Pierce Brown(2:15) Daxton Bennick(3:45) Seth Hammaker(4:51) Drew Adams(7:07) Joey Savatgy(9:44) Justin CooperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss all the action from the SMX World Championship round 6 in Seattle. They discussed the best battle of the year so far, between Haiden Deegan and Levi Kitchen. They also discussed Eli Tomac’s 3rd win of the year. Along with the rest of the premier class and of course RC and RV answer many of the fan questions. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube   (0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(1:27) We catch up on the young Villopoto's armature MX adventures.(4:14) When entering a rut, where are you looking?(6:02) What was the toughest technical SX track you two ever rode?(8:04) Is it an advantage having the FIRST heat race?(10:39) Haiden Deegan vs Levi Kitchen 250w Seattle.(14:29) RC "I figured out what an emote is."(22:22) 250 East-West Showdown at Birmingham.(27:43) Information on 5.11 raffle to win a TRIUMPH TF 450- RC Edition motorcycle. (28:39) Eli Tomac wins his 3rd race of season.(31:01) Cooper Webb ended 2nd on the night.(43:38) Ken Roczen and Hunter Lawrence(52:14) Joey Savatgy and the Quad Lock Honda Team.(56:40) Would comms be smart to start testing first on lappers because seems like flags aren’t working?(59:06) How would you handle the comms system in a battle like Deegan and Kitchen had in Seattle?(1:03:21) Does he (Chase Sexton) have unrealistic expectations for perfection on bike set-up?(1:07:00) "2003 it was no big secret, my bike..."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Title 24's Michael Antonovich caught up with Hunter Lawrence, Haiden Deegan, Levi Kitchen, Justin Cooper and more. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Hunter Lawrence(1:51) Haiden Deegan(3:12) Levi Kitchen(5:53) Justin Cooper(7:39) Joey Savatgy(10:39) Dylan Ferrandis(12:42) Shane McElrath(14:42) Garrett Marchbanks(17:36) Max Vohland(20:09) Hunter YoderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(1:18 ) T24 Welcome's GUTS Racing to the family!(5:16) Some thoughts on the track at Glendale.(9:23) Ken Roczen becomes the 4th different winner in SMX this year.(18:41) Hunter Lawrence nails 4th straight runner-up to capture the red-plate by 5 points over Roczen. But he has not won yet.(24:07) What did Eli do different in the main versus the massive heat race start?(29:22) Would you rather try and carry the red plate from rnd 1 or be 8 points down at the ? way point?(33:47) Should Cooper Webb be comfortable with his 3rd place in Glendale?(36:46) RC "I'm hearing some stuff. I don't like what I am hearing."Break #1 (48:49)(49:09) Information on 5.11 raffle to win a TRIUMPH TF 450- RC Edition motorcycle. (50:37) Haiden Deegan wins 4 in a row!(55:17) Can Deegan race 450 east and do you recommend it if possible?(57:21) Levi Kitchen and Cameron McAdoo(1:03:54) Do you like the 15/20 min format or would you rather go back to 15/20 laps races?Break #2 (1:07:15)(1:07:25) Is there a rule that you would change? And what’s a rule that isn’t enforced that you would add?(1:14:15) Triple crown outdoor race? Tons of talk last week but 3 shorter motos for national!(42:45) Do you think Tyler Villopoto would beat you in a race now that you’re retired? Are there similarities in relationship between Gage and Brax that you compare to yourself and Tyler?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Title 24's Michael Antonovich caught up with Aaron Plessinger, Justin Cooper, Jorge Prado, Colt Nichols, Shane McElrath and Garrett Marchbanks. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Aaron Plessinger(2:26) Justin Cooper(5:19) Jorge Prado(7:36) Colt Nichols(9:39) Shane McElrath(13:03) Garrett MarchbanksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the Super Bowl this weekend, we are lucky to have as a special guest, two-time Super Bowl champion, Rob Ninkovich! A big fan of the SMX World Championships, Rob joins Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto to discuss all sorts of subjects from the Super Bowl and NFL to SMX and this week’s Triple Crown action in Houston. They discuss all the big names of SMX like Eli Tomac, Chase Sexton, Cooper Webb, Haiden Deegan and many more. Find out who, in the SMX series, Rob thinks would benefit most from Bill Belichick’s coaching. Today in Title 24. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube (0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(1:52 ) Cooper Webb wins Houston Triple Crown.(4:08) Does this win give Coop the confidence he needs to be more of a title threat?(10:27) What do you think of Tomac’s performance?(15:48) RC referring to Chase Sexton "It was a weird weekend for him" (20:56) Haiden Deegan sweeps the first Triple Crown of the year.(24:44) First podium of 2026 for Levi Kitchen.(26:58) 16-year-old Caden Dudney wins SMX Next main in his home state.(29:13) How do racers feel about the Triple Crown format, and do you think we will see it more often in the future? (35:39) Special guest, two-time Super Bowl champion Rob Ninkovich!(40:47) Rob on growing up with Haiden Deegan's current mechanic Brent Duffe.(50:53) Rob compares the risks of both the NFL and SMX.(46:29) Discussing the difference between "winning it all" early like RV or later in career like Rob.(51:01) Life after the cheer of the fans goes away.(54:03) Discussing the relatively short and extremely competitive careers of NFL vs SMX.(57:51) Rob shares an interesting thing to look for in the sidelines of the Super Bowl.(1:00:13) "There is three ways to go out of anything (pro sport)."(1:19:11) Rob discusses Chase Sexton.(1:24:23) Rob discusses Deegan, Kitchen in the 250 class.(1:31:52) What rider in SMX could use a coach like Bill Belichick?(1:38:36) D Have Feld and AMA ever thought about changing the format for Supercross? What if they went to the outdoor format?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following SMX's Houston Triple Crown event, Title 24's Michael Antonovich caught up with Cooper Webb, Eli Tomac, Jorge Prado, Malcolm Stewart, Colt Nichols, Max Anstei and Justin Hill. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFour Watch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Cooper Webb(2:34) Eli Tomac(4:46) Jorge Prado(6:41) Malcolm Stewart(11:24) Colt Nichols(14:00) Max Anstie(16:12) Justin HillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S4 EP5: Anaheim 2 Review

S4 EP5: Anaheim 2 Review

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(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(4:53) Chase Sexton wins for the first time in his new team..(11:17) RV " and Eli is more of a Hammerhead"(16:36) Has not having Jett Lawerence race so far shown us just how good Hunter really is?(24:27) What does Webb need to do to get on the podium? Is it mental or could it be the bike?(33:12) Soundbites from Justin Cooper, Dylan Ferrandis, Jorge Prado, and Jason Anderson.(36:18) Is Anderson better in a Suzuki or Kawasaki? He looks more comfortable.(39:20) Haiden Deegan goes two in a row in a convincing win at Anaheim 2.(40:43) Michael Mosiman has back-to-back podiums.(43:14) Bad luck for Chance Hymas and Levi Kitchen go down on the first lap of the main.(47:42) McAdoo vs Ryder Difrancesco.(48:43) Is there anything Anstie or anybody else can do or is this just Deegan’s to lose?(50:53) There was a crash resulting in a red flag during the SMX Next race.(1:01:25) During qualifying, I noticed the guys get stopped by an official when they go around the whoops. What is that for?(1:03:19) With the elimination of practice, do you think press day gives a handful for riders an advantage over those who don’t get the time on track?(1:06:16) Would Ricky or RV would choose a gate on the inside of them over the condition of the rut out of the gate?(1:09:12) Who do you want to win the Super Bowl?(1:13:08) RC asks RV : "Would you ever let an opponent follow you during practice if you were doing a fast lap?" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following SMX's second race of the year in Anaheim, Title 24's Michael Antonovich caught up with Chase Sexton, Jorge Prado, Jason Anderson, Justin Cooper, Dylan Ferrandis, Shane McElrath, and Max Vohland.Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFourWatch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube(0:00) Chase Sexton(3:38) Jorge Prado(5:41) Jason Anderson(8:17) Justin Cooper(10:20) Dylan Ferrandis(12:48) Shane McElrath(16:16) Max Vohland Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(1:03) Heartbreaker for Ricky Brabec on the last stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally. (5:15) Eli Tomac wins 2 in a row.(14:36) Let’s talk about the start and Chase Sexton.(18:36) Do you think people underestimate Hunter Lawrence?(24:28) How about Malcolm Stewart.(27:48) RV about Cooper Webb "I think he is going to have to start running up front."(31:47) Should everyone stop the criticism and appreciate the skill.(39:07) If you could have the ear of anyone in the 250 of 450 field, who would it be and what advice do you have for him?(43:24) Ricky, as past team owner, do you appreciate inner team conflict and how do you manage the emotions going forward? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(2:15) The last week of the 2-week 2026 Dakar Rally is on its way.   #9 Ricky Brabec (USA) is now in 2nd in the bike division. (3:07) Does Eli “look better” on a KTM than a Yamaha?(11:31) Is there is merit to what Prado was talking about last year or is it just Chase being Chase? (20:29) RV and RC share their thoughts on the #1 plate Cooper Webb at Anaheim 1?(24:59) What about the Suzuki boys?(34:13) It's Max Anstie not Haiden Deegan that is going to have the red plate next week.(40:08) What do you think of Chance Hymas ripping it up on the starts?(43:12) Hey! First time SMX podium for RYDER DEFRANCESCO!(45:56) "And then the chef….Are we getting Wagyu or Hamburger Helper?" RV speaking about Levi Kithchen.(49:36) Did you see the McAdoo crash with Haiden Deegan?(54:46) Do you think track design was partly to blame for the Malcolm/Barcia incident?(1:05:10) What are your thoughts on riders wearing action cameras?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Welcome to Title 24.(4:15) Anaheim 1 and the highly anticipated start of the 2026 season. RC and RV talk of the iconic round one of the Supercross season. (11:02) Is Eli going to run the scoop tire at Anaheim?(12:22) Who is going to do the best this weekend that switched bike brands this year?(14:50) Do you guys expect growing pains with Sexton or instant front-runner?(18:58) Copper Webb - The three time champion has never won at A1 on a 450.(21:25) RC to RV " Where are you at with Hunter?"(25:14) What does the 250W field look like for Round 1?(35:18) Title 24’s newest team member, Michael Antonovich.(53:14) Michael turns the tables and interviews Ricky and Ryan.(1:09:11) Clinton Fowler explains the Fast Power Index.??(1:18:54) RV to Clinton: "I'm putting you on the hot seat.....Who is going to be the 2026 SMX World Champion?"? (1:32:18) Should the AMA allow for more bike modification similar to MXGP or implement more restrictions to slow the bikes down/potentially increase rider safety? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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