Round Seven Race Report: Indiana XC1 Results
Indiana, USA – In the seventh round of the XC1 series, AmPro Yamaha’s Liam Draper launched a strong comeback, finishing second in class and fifth overall. Starting outside the top five, Draper steadily advanced, nearing the front before ultimately falling short of a challenge against Kelley and Davis for the lead.
Michael Witkowski of Phoenix Racing Honda also delivered a notable performance. After battling for fifth early on, he surged to claim third in the XC1 Open Pro class, finishing sixth overall. His steady rise exemplified the competitive nature of the race, particularly in the final laps.
Liqui Moly Factory Beta Racing’s Josh Strang continued his trend of top-five finishes, securing fourth in class and seventh overall. Flatrock Motorclub GASGAS Factory Racing’s Jordan Ashburn initially ran third but concluded the race in fifth for the XC1 class and eighth overall.
Notable struggles were faced by Craig Delong of Rockstar Energy Factory Husqvarna and AmPro Yamaha’s Kailub Russell, both of whom experienced poor launches. Delong finished sixth in class and ninth overall, while Russell rounded out the top ten with a seventh-place XC1 finish.
In the XC3 125 Pro-Am class, Jonathan Johnson from Bonecutter Off-Road/GASGAS showcased a dominant performance, leading from start to finish. James Jenkins and Jayson Crawford completed the podium, with Crawford notably advancing from a fifth-place start.
Joseph Cunningham was awarded the AMSOIL Hoosier Top Amateur, finishing 13th overall and winning the 250 A class. Gavin Simon and Van Adams followed, taking second and third in the amateur standings.
In the women’s division, Tayla Jones from Phoenix Racing Honda started strong, claiming the $100 Landers KTM WXC Holeshot Award. However, it was Rachael Archer from Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki Team Green who maintained the lead throughout the race, ultimately securing her fourth victory of the season.
This round of competition highlights the continuing intensity of the XC1 series as riders push their limits on the challenging Indiana trails.
