The first rhythm will be entered with a lot of speed sans the first lap. There will be a 3-3 here but I will be watching to see if anyone can find something more creative.

A netted 180 right brings riders down the length of the stadium and a big rhythm section. The likely pathway is 3-3-3-2 but if we do get any rain, that first three will be very tough for 250s to execute.

A 90 degree right hander sets up for a standard supercross triple across the width of the stadium before diving into a 180 right. Watch for riders trying to set up a block pass into the aforementioned 180.

Four jumps meet riders on corner exit, and this is likely a 3-1 or 2-2 for some. The 3-1 will be faster as riders can carry more speed through the first jump and then single into the berm.

Another 180 brings riders back down the parallel lane and into a step on, step on, and step off. Riders will want to carry speed across the tops of these tabletops. It’s not enough to simply execute, the momentum carried through is very important for lap times.

A 90 degree right brings riders to the finish line and a small single before slingshotting back down the start straight.

A 180 left is just next to the first corner and brings riders into the first of two whoops sections in East Rutherford. If you came here looking for a key to the race, these back-to-back whoops sections will be it. With a straight leading into the first set, blitzing with speed will be the fastest option. Those trying to jump these will likely get passed as the entry speed alone will be a big detriment. If your chosen method is jumping, staying to the riders’ right side is the move as that gives them a chance to protect the inside for the upcoming bowl berm.

After the first set, a 180 right sends riders into the second set. These might be more jump friendly as the 180 will keep a lid on entry speed. Watch for this to be the primary passing zone all day.

After a short chute exiting the whoops, a 180 left brings riders over an inside/outside single jump (one side will be higher than the other) and into lap two.

Who’s Hot

Chase Sexton rode to an inspired win in Philly, bringing the points gap back down to 12. Time is running thin for the #4 but he is still in full control of his own destiny.

Joey Savatgy bounced back from a disappointing DNQ in Foxboro to a strong fifth in Philly. Talent has never been the problem for Joe Dog, he just can’t seem to keep momentum going for long spans.

RJ Hampshire got a much-needed break with the main event red flag and responded with a huge holeshot. His third place was best of the East Division and got him a share of the points lead.

Who’s Not

Tom Vialle has gone from quietly extending his points lead as we entered Foxborough to now sitting third behind two riders that will spill their blood to win this thing.

Daxton Bennick suffered a concussion a month ago or so and then compounded that with another one in Philly. Concussions can have a cumulative effect so here’s to hoping he can put those behind him.