If on Saturday evening in Angel Stadium When the starting gate drops, it’s about much more than just another tick on the race calendar. Anaheim 2 This has repeatedly been a turning point in the past – sometimes the starting signal for title dreams, sometimes the first real warning sign. The numbers speak for themselves: Whoever performs well here usually plays a major role at the end of the season.

450SX: Tomac and the pursuit of history

With two wins in the first two rounds of the AMA Supercross season, So Tomac He made his mark early. His 55th victory in the 450SX class brings him further towards legendary status: only seven more podium finishes to match Jeremy McGrath’s record, 17 wins to break the all-time record. What’s striking is that in his previous title-winning years, Tomac never started the season so dominantly. 2026 is different. Two races, two wins – a clear statement. Anaheim 2 could now make him the first KTM rider to achieve a complete Anaheim sweep.

But the competition isn’t sleeping.

Hunter Lawrence: constant, calm, dangerous

Hunter Lawrence He established himself as a factor early on. Second place in San Diego was not only his best result to date in the 450SX class, but also brought him to within ten points of the lead. Lawrence rides unspectacularly, but extremely efficiently – exactly this kind of performance often pays off in Anaheim.

Ken Roczen: Stability instead of question marks

For Ken Roczen This season start feels unusually familiar. He last achieved two podium finishes at the opening round in 2019. At the same time, he continues to climb the all-time rankings. That Suzuki is on the podium for the first time in over ten years in the first two rounds is no coincidence – Roczen seems to have arrived and remains firmly in the title race.

The chasing pack

Chase Sexton continues to rack up solid top-five finishes and is statistically climbing the ranks. Joey Savatgy, Justin Cooper, and others are consistently scoring. Nothing is decided yet – but experience shows that Anaheim 2 can quickly separate ambition from reality.

250SX: Deegan, print and the familiar pattern

In the 250SX class, Anaheim 2 is traditionally considered a key race. In almost two-thirds of all seasons, the A2 winner later went on to win the title – a pattern that was recently confirmed again.

Haiden Deegan: Numbers that generate attention

Haiden Deegan He arrives with the red plate – and with impressive statistics. His latest victory also marked his 75th start in the SMX League, remarkably early in his career. Add to that his eighth 250SX win, which already puts him in the top 25 of the all-time standings. Across all leagues, he boasts 26 wins and 50 podium finishes – a record achieved by only 52 riders in the history of the 250SX class. Adding to the intrigue: Deegan leads the championship by just one point over teammate Max Anstie, whom he in San Diego from the moped, on. This very constellation gives Anaheim 2 additional tension.

In 62 percent of all seasons, the A2 winner also went on to win the West Coast title – a scenario Deegan already capitalized on in 2025. Anaheim 2 could once again be the pivotal moment of his season.

The hunters in position

Cameron McAdoo made an impressive comeback after a disappointing start in San Diego, securing another podium finish. Michael Mosiman is quietly but steadily working his way up the standings. Despite some lackluster results, Levi Kitchen is only a few points behind. And Max Anstie? Just one point back – that’s all the motivation he needs.

Why Anaheim 2 is different

Anaheim 2 has been more than just round two on the calendar for years. In both the 450SX and 250SX classes, history shows a clear pattern: whoever wins here often ends up holding the championship title. Add to that the rarity of a sweep – only five riders have ever managed to win all the Anaheim races in a single season. Should Tomac achieve this, it would be more than just a statistical milestone.

And then there’s the mental factor. Mistakes in Anaheim often cost more than points. They cost momentum, confidence – sometimes even the belief in one’s own title aspirations.

Anaheim 2 is no ordinary race. It’s an early test of form, nerves, and ambitions. Tomac can make history, Lawrence and Roczen are hot on his heels, and the 250SX class could already reveal who will be in control of the championship.

On Saturday night, it will become clear who is ready for the next step – and who is just participating in the title race.

Heim 2 Supercross Schedule

(Information provided without guarantee)

Qualifying (CET)

18:30 – 18:42 250SX Group C Qualifying

18:47 – 18:59 250SX Group B Qualifying

19:04 – 19:16 250SX Group A Qualifying

19:21 – 19:33 450SX Group A Qualifying

19:38 – 19:50 450SX Group B Qualifying

19:55 – 20:07 450SX Group C Qualifying

21:15 – 21:27 250SX Group C Qualifying

21:32 – 21:44 250SX Group B Qualifying

21:49 – 22:01 250SX Group A Qualifying

22:06 – 22:18 450SX Group A Qualifying

22:23 – 22:35 450SX Group B Qualifying

22:40 – 22:52 450SX Group C Qualifying

Evening show & race (CET)

(Night from Saturday to Sunday)

01:06 – 01:14 250SX Heat #1

01:20 – 01:28 250SX Heat #2

01:34 – 01:42 450SX Heat #1

01:48 – 01:56 450SX Heat #2

02:20 – 02:27 250SX Last Chance Qualifier

02:32 – 02:39 450SX Last Chance Qualifier

02:53 – 03:10 250SX Main Event

03:29 – 03:51 450SX Main Event

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