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SuperMotocross Playoffs competition

Overview

The 2026 SuperMotocross Playoffs began with Haiden Deegan securing his first career 450SMX victory in Columbus, Ohio. Despite heavy rain and track conditions described as a ‘soupy mess’, Deegan won both motos at the opening round.

As the playoffs progressed to Los Angeles, tensions rose between Monster Energy Yamaha teammates Cooper Webb and Haiden Deegan. During the second 450SMX moto, Deegan made an aggressive move that knocked Webb down, allowing Deegan to take third place. Webb expressed frustration over the incident, stating, “I was pissed, I'm not gonna lie. It’s unfortunate. We are teammates, we are buddies, we are training partners. I am all for aggressive racing but, just, I think the lack of respect from the kid is the common problem.” Deegan maintained he was focused on securing positions. Both riders are expected to compete in the SMX World Championship Final.

Entities

Haiden Deegan · Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing · Ken Roczen · Jorge Prado · Dignity Health Sports Park

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Cooper Webb and Haiden Deegan set for SMX World Championship Final

    Cooper Webb and Haiden Deegan are expected for the SMX World Championship Final following a heated on-track collision between the Monster Energy Yamaha teammates in Los Angeles.

  2. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Haiden Deegan wins first 450SMX title in muddy Columbus playoff

    Haiden Deegan won his first 450SMX overall at the SuperMotocross Playoffs opener in Columbus, Ohio, overcoming heavy mud and challenging track conditions to secure both motos.

Sources

gatedrop.com · hdradio.com · motocrossplanet.nl · racerxonline.com