At High Point, in a rare head‑to‑head battle in Moto Two, Hunter and Jett Lawrence delivered what might go down as one of the most compelling sibling showdowns in recent motocross memory. According to Hunter, the intensity was real: they passed one another four times, locked in a furious sprint for 35 straight minutes, and ended separated by just 0.5 seconds—“a coin toss,” in his words (Racer X).
Hunter felt it was a sprint from start to finish, saying, “It was so close… I set the fastest lap time of the race on the last lap” (Racer X). Jett added that those tight battles were all about smart tactics: “We know we can push the limit hard… technical enough not to take each other out,” and elaborated on how he’d strategically block lines the next lap when Hunter passed (Racer X).
Hunter emphasized the quality of the duel: “It’s more fun to race clean… I feel like that’s the easy way out … they’d rather take a 35‑minute battle.” (Racer X). The exchange wasn’t just about raw speed, but about respect, craft, and entertainment—exactly what fans love.
2. MXoN 2024: A Landmark for Australia
At the 2024 Motocross of Nations in Matterley Basin, Team Australia—comprised of Jett, Hunter, and Kyle Webster—pulled off a historic first-ever mxon victory (ama.hondaracingcorporation.com, MXBars). In the crucial MXGP+Open combined moto, Jett crossed second, just 0.459 seconds behind Tim Gajser, with Hunter a close 18 seconds back (Wikipedia).
Their rise wasn’t just physical but psychological. Jett described how he didn’t even know the exact math that determined the win—he just raced his heart out (Racer X). It was a breakthrough: Australia’s first MXoN win, Jett’s fearless rise from midfield, and Hunter’s consistency were part of a perfect storm (Racer X, ama.hondaracingcorporation.com).
Jett captured how unreal it was when Hunter came alongside to tell him they’d won: “There was a lot of screaming and shouting… I’ve talked about winning the Nations for years.” (Australasian Dirt Bike Magazine, ama.hondaracingcorporation.com). This was a defining moment for both riders and their nation.
Fan reaction underscored the moment’s magnitude. One Redditor put it succinctly:
“I think this is one of the best MXON I ever saw… Jett got real hairy on that corner… Gasjer made the smart (but risky) move at the right time” (Reddit).
3. MXGP Observations: Growth and Roles
Beyond those high drama moments, both brothers are carving unique paths in MXGP. Hunter, riding MXGP at MXoN, showcased his ability to surge through strong starts and stand firm—just as Jett did in Open class (Australasian Dirt Bike Magazine, ama.hondaracingcorporation.com). Meanwhile, Jett’s rise over the series of sweeping trajectory in Supercross, SuperMotocross, and now MXGP, has been impressive.
Hunter’s success at Ironman earlier this summer (though outside the initial ask) highlights steady gains and maturity in consistency and racecraft (NBC Sports).
Summary
- Moto Two: A masterclass in sibling rivalry—fast, fair, respectful, and thrilling racing.
- MXoN Victory: A historic first for Team Australia, powered by Jett’s blazing ride and Hunter’s consistency.
- MXGP Growth: Hunter stepping up confidently; Jett continuing to push boundaries; together building a lasting legacy.
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