2022 PALA NATIONAL FLASHBACK: A LOOK AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS OPENER IN SNAPSHOTS

Chase Sexton went 1-1 at the Pala season opener with gear and graphics to celebrate Honda’s 50th anniversary season.

PHOTOS BY TREVOR NELSON

Jett Lawrence’s mechanic Christien Ducharme celebrates their win.

After missing six years, Ryan Dungey came out of retirement for the 2022 Nationals.

Eli Tomac came into the outdoors with a new team, new bike and another Supercross title under his belt.

Team Honda HRC went 1-1 in both the 250 and 450 classes at Pala. Honda was the title sponsor of the event.

Here’s four of the five Star Racing Yamaha 250 riders who started this summer. They are the youngsters.

After winning the 250 West Supercross series, Christian Craig moved full-time to the 450 class for 2023.

Rookie 250 rider Nick Romano navigating the deep Pala ruts. 

Mechanics Chris Loredo (left) and Derik Dwyer (right), pause for the national anthem.

Cameron McAdoo has had a rough go with injuries lately. He was carted off after lap one at Pala.

Hunter Lawrence charging off the start for his sight lap.

Nothing gets more applause from the fans than a full tuck. Justin Cooper demonstrates.

Anybody can jump straight, but it takes real skill to take off on a course of your own.

The nine-time World Champion, Antonio Cairoli, was a bright addition to the KTM team at the opening rounds.

Jett Lawrence catches his breath after a moto. Even the greats get tired.

“Okay, I’ll take that advice under consideration.”

Tony Cairoli (222) was a welcome addition to the rife-with-injury KTM team, even if he was only vacationing for four rounds.

 

 

 

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