2025 SuperMotocross World Championship Kickoff: Press Conference Insights
The 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship (SMX) officially kicks off this Saturday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. A pre-race press conference held on January 10 provided critical insights into the upcoming event, featuring top riders from the 250SX and 450SX classes.
Press Conference Highlights:
- Date & Time: Friday, January 10, at 2 p.m. Eastern / 11 a.m. Pacific
- Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim – Diamond Club
- Hosts: Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas
Notable Attendees:
- Cooper Webb – Defending Champion and three-time Supercross Champion.
- Chase Sexton – The 2023 Supercross Champion.
- Eli Tomac – Two-time Supercross Champion.
- Hunter Lawrence (AUS) – 2022 SMX World Championship Runner-Up.
- Jason Anderson – 2018 Supercross Champion.
- Ken Roczen (GER) – Two-time Pro Motocross Champion.
- Justin Cooper – 2025 Supercross third place.
- Justin Barcia – Three-time season opener winner, debuting with Ducati.
- Other contenders include Malcolm Stewart, Aaron Plessinger, Jorge Prado (ESP), RJ Hampshire, Dylan Ferrandis (FRA), and Austin Forkner.
As the SMX season begins, expectations are high for these athletes, each bringing a wealth of experience and competitive spirit. Fans can tune in for broadcast and streaming details on race day, as the action is set to unfold at 2 p.m. Eastern on Saturday.
Stay tuned for updates as the championship progresses through this thrilling season.

