The next is a press launch from the American Motorcyclist Affiliation 

The American Motorcyclist Affiliation introduced the three distinctive riders who will symbolize the USA on the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Motocross of Nations, which is able to run Oct. 2-4 in Ernée, France.

Main the way in which for the Stars and Stripes will probably be Honda HRC Progressive’s Probability Hymas, Levi Kitchen of Monster Power/Professional Circuit Kawasaki and three-time AMA Supercross 450SX Champion Cooper Webb because the trio seeks to dethrone the Australians, who’ve received the final two FIM Motocross of Nations.  

AMA Director of Racing Mike Pelletier will return because the supervisor of Crew USA for his second yr. Pelletier led Crew USA to a second-place end in 2025, when the Individuals hosted the occasion at Ironman Raceway in Crawfordsville, Ind.

“Now we have put collectively an impressive workforce for this yr’s FIM Motocross of Nations as we glance to construct on final yr’s success,” Pelletier stated. “Having the chance to function the supervisor for Crew USA has been extremely rewarding, and I can’t wait to face beside Cooper, Levi and Probability as we tackle the world. I do know they’re ecstatic to symbolize their nation this October in France.”

After an harm held him out of creating his debut within the 2024 FIM Motocross of Nations, Hymas is about to make his first look on this yr’s occasion and can compete within the MXGP class. At solely 21 years outdated, Hymas has captured a trio of AMA Professional Motocross 250 wins together with a victory within the 250SX East class in AMA Supercross.

“I’m past excited to get the chance to race for Crew USA within the MXGP class. It means the whole lot to me and has been a dream of mine to hold the Stars and Stripes abroad and symbolize our nation in entrance of the world,” Hymas stated. “Now we have a powerful workforce heading to France this yr, and I’m assured between Cooper, Levi, and myself that we’ll symbolize America proudly.” 

Kitchen will make his FIM Motocross of Nations debut in 2026, racing within the MX2 class. Within the earlier two seasons, Kitchen has completed second in 250SX West class in AMA Supercross. Kitchen is at the moment second in factors and highest ranked American within the 2026 AMA Professional Motocross Championship with one spherical to go.

“What an honor it’s to be chosen to symbolize our superb nation,” Kitchen stated. “I’m so excited for this expertise and to do it with a fantastic group of individuals. Can’t wait to ship it for Crew USA!”

Webb will make his fourth look on the FIM Motocross of Nations in 2026, having beforehand competed within the prestigious occasion in 2015, 2016 and 2024 and ending on the rostrum in all three makes an attempt. A seasoned veteran, Webb will race on behalf of the USA within the Open class and function workforce captain.

“I’m so excited and grateful to be on Crew USA for MXoN once more. It’s an honor and at all times has been,” Webb stated. “We’re transferring mountains on my finish to make this even occur and I can’t thank everybody concerned sufficient for what they’re doing to even have me be capable of race this occasion. The preparation, sources, money and time that goes into making this occur is loopy so thanks to everybody for doing their half.

“I’m personally excited as this will probably be my final yr racing Professional Motocross and I do know this might be my remaining time for this occasion, so I’m prepared to put all of it on the market,” Webb continued. “I really like the stress and ambiance this race brings; there’s nothing prefer it. Greatest race on the earth, and I’m excited to place our greatest foot ahead. It’s an honor to symbolize my nation!”