A Shocking Setback for Breece

While Friese and Peters were riding high, the unexpected twist of the night came in the form of Ryan Breece. After a solid 2024 campaign that saw him finish as the series runner-up, all eyes were on Breece to see how he would respond to the pressure and competition in 2025. Unfortunately for Breece, the night didn’t go as planned.

Despite his pre-season confidence and being considered one of the championship favorites, Breece had a disappointing outing, finishing eighth overall after struggling to find his rhythm throughout the night. His lack of consistency in the motos was a surprise to many, especially after the strong performances he had shown last year. The questions began to swirl—could Breece bounce back, or was there a deeper issue at play?

Round Two: More Drama and More Questions

Round two on Saturday saw the intensity continue, with Friese and Peters again showing why they are the riders to beat. Friese continued to show off his gate speed and racecraft with a 1-5-1 performance in his 3 motos. Peters on the other hand wasn’t going down without a fight winning heat number two and finished the evening with a 1-6-3 performance (Arenacross counts heat race scores towards the overall). The stage was set for Breece. Would he rise to the occasion or have another disappointing night? Saturday Breece delivered with a huge bounce back performance finishing his motos with a 2-1-4. What’s more impressive was Breece’s pure will. Being banged up from the night before with a potential serious knee injury on an already reconstructed knee, there was skepticism as to whether Breece would even compete. My firsthand account Breece was struggling to get his leg over the bike let alone walk. Breece quoted saying, “Thank God there are only two right hand turns on the track.”

The Bigger Picture: MCR Honda’s Dynamic Lineup

While Friese and Peters were showing their strengths, it’s clear that the dynamics at MCR Honda have shifted. With three riders in the mix—Friese, Breece, and up and coming Noah Viney—the team’s overall strategy and chemistry will need to be carefully managed. The addition of Friese adds another layer of competition within the team, and the question on everyone’s mind is how the three will gel over the course of the season.

Breece, now faced with internal competition from his teammates, Breece will now need to reset and adjust. The team’s internal rivalry could be just as dramatic as the championship race itself. Friese’s ability to take the early lead and Peters’ undeniable consistency will challenge Breece to rise to the occasion, or risk falling behind in the standings.

Looking Ahead: A Season Full of Promise

With the first two rounds in the books, the 2025 AMA Arenacross Championship is shaping up to be a season full of excitement, drama, and unexpected twists. As the series moves forward, all eyes will be on the trio of MCR Honda riders—Breece, Friese, and Viney—and whether they can rise to the occasion to challenge the established stars of the sport.

For now, the rivalry between Peters and Breece remains the headline, but with Friese’s dominance in the opening rounds, the championship battle is wide open. Fans can expect plenty more action as the series continues to unfold, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will Breece rebound and challenge for the crown, or will Friese and Peters prove too strong? Only time will tell.

Stay tuned for Round 3 as the action continues at the 2025 AMA Arenacross Championship!

Reno AX Round One Results

Reno AX Round Two Results