Frid’Eh Update #20 | Jeremy McKie | Brought to You by Dirt Care
By Billy Rainford
Welcome to Week #20 of the DMX Frid’Eh Update brought to you by Dirt Care. It looks like we’re finally getting some summer-like weather in my neck of the woods which means tracks are now open and busy. It means I’m finally able to get out on the bicycles to try and make up for some lost time with all the snow we got this winter.
Monster Energy AMA Supercross is finished and we await the start of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship south of the border. With so many of the top 450 riders about to make their return, we should be in for an amazing summer of motos, and I’d say we’re looking at some different names at the top of the results sheets compared to SX.
Direct Motocross: Hey, Jeremy. I haven’t spoken to you since that sketchy day at the Tampa Supercross when you crashed. You came up short during Media Day and really beat yourself up. Can you remind everyone one what happened and what the damage was?
Jeremy McKie: Hey, Billy! Hell of a day. Haha. Put in so much work to end like that. I just hit a soft spot and came up short on the stadium triple. Ended with a broken left wrist and a full reconstruction of the right wrist. Got surgery on both wrists.
I know you said the dislocation was worse than the break. How did everything heal up for you?
The broken wrist really healed up quick, but the right one was/still hasn’t recovered yet. I’ve started physiotherapy maybe 3-4 weeks ago for the right one and I’m eager to get back on my bike, which is supposed to be soon.
Where have you been spending your time during your recovery?
I spent the start of my recovery in Florida and then came home for the last month. I flew back Sunday to drive everything back down for the summer. I’m home now for the summer but ready to get back at Future MX with Kyle in early October!!
Have you been able to stay fit? What has your program been?
I tried, but it wasn’t easy at all. It was definitely my worst injury to date, especially that right wrist. My trainer Rob really modified everything for me to be able to do some type of exercise and did great but obviously without both hands/wrists it makes everything a lot more difficult. Haha.
When do you get back on a bike? You haven’t been very busy on your Instagram.
Hopefully, soon. I still don’t have really any motion back on the right wrist so I don’t know when I will ride again. It could be next week like it could take a other month or so. I tried to stay off social media when I’m injured. It bummed me out to see everyone riding when I can’t!
I know you wanted to race the AMA Pro Motocross series this summer. What are your plans?
Plans for now are to recover and come back at 100%. Since I haven’t been on my bike yet, no AMA Pro this summer. There’s a slight chance I might show up to some Canadian races, but realistically I’ll only be at a race if I’m 100% ready physically and on the bike for this summer.
How are things going at your family-owned track, SMX, in Quebec going? What do you guys have cooking for 2025?
It going good. We have a good start to the season and obviously I’m passing most of my time there right now, working. Hopefully, we can bring racing back to the track for 2026!
Off topic, do you have an opinion on the Deegan pass on Davies in Denver?
I think the pass was clean. Honestly, I would have done the same thing if i was in Deegan’s shoes.
And would you have tried to take out Cooper Webb in SLC if you were Chase Sexton? I think most people would!
Of course! Any racer with a championship on the line would have tried the take-out. At least I think.
I assume you’ll get back to training SX to take another run at it in 2026? Will you get the same support?
Nothing is finalized yet but it is looking to be the same for next year except no crashes on press day in 2026 and a lot more time to train. I will be ready for it!
Where will we see you next?
If it’s not at a Triple Crown race this summer, it will be SX 2026!
OK, good luck getting everything going again. We’ll keep an eye out for you. Do you want to thank anyone?
Thank you, Billy, always a pleasure! Just want to thank the whole Rides Unlimited ATV/MC and everyone/sponsors involved with the team for the support, my trainer Rob Mouland for helping me with literally everything. Haha. Aakley, Papi Mtl, CTi knee braces, Kyle Cheesman at Future MX, SMX motocross, JM Training Mtl, Excavation Mastromateo, my mom, dad and brother!
Honda Canada GDR Fox Racing Intro Day at Gopher Dunes
We had a great time at Gopher Dunes on Wednesday. The 2025 Honda Canada GDR Fox Racing team was introduced to everyone and then they hit the track for some photo and video opportunities. Here are a few of the interviews we did:
Check back for a few photos from the day.
We also went live on YouTube for the Press Conference. You can watch that archive here:
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (May 15, 2025) – The 2025 Women’s Motocross Championship (WMX) Series, an AMA National Championship, commences next weekend with all six rounds of racing making their return to the Pro Motocross Championship weekends. The WMX Series will be kicking off National weekends at Fox Raceway, Hangtown Motocross Classic, Thunder Valley, Ironman, Unadilla and Budds Creek.
Additionally, the WMX Championship is pleased to announce the launch of its newly designed series logo, which will be featured throughout the year on competitors’ bikes, and design aspects throughout the events.
“Bringing the Women’s Motocross Championship back to six rounds of the Pro Motocross Nationals is something I’m incredibly proud to be a part of,” said Christina Denney, WMX Coordinator. “With the support of MX Sports and the track promoters, we’re creating something truly special for these talented women riders and the future of our sport.”
The series is excited to host some exceptional talent this season as Lachlan Turner, the 2024 WMX Champion, is looking to return to the series and defend her title. The Australian Champion, Charli Cannon, will make her debut in America as well as Jannina Lehmann from Germany and Mathilde Martinez from France. Two-time WMX Champion, Jordan Jarvis will return to competition, with top runners like Kyleigh Stallings, Mikayla Nielsen and Jamie Astudillo aiming to return to WMX racing.
The 2025 WMX Championship will begin at Fox Raceway on Friday, May 23, in Pala, California. Following the season opener in Pala, the WMX will head to Rancho Cordova, California for round two at the Hangtown Motocross Classic on Friday, May 30. From there the WMX competitors, will make their way to Colorado to take part in the Thunder Valley National weekend festivities, with their racing taking place on Friday, June 6.
“My goal from the beginning was to give them a proper race setting that reflects their skill and dedication and seeing it all come together has been amazing,” Denney continued. “This has been a true team effort, and none of it would be possible without the passion and commitment of everyone involved.”
The series will take a “summer break” before kicking off the three-race stretch run to crown a 2025 WMX Champion. The fourth round of racing will pick up on Friday, August 8 at the Ironman National in Crawfordsville, Indiana, while New York’s iconic Unadilla MX will host the penultimate round of racing on Friday, August 15 with the Unadilla National. For the season finale, the competitors will head to the greater Washington D.C. area for the Budds Creek National that will host the last WMX race of the season on Friday, August 22.
Riders must meet the WMX Eligibility and Criteria in order to hold a license in 2025 and all licensing must be completed prior to registering for any of the events. Please refer to the WMX Supplemental Rules Rider Eligibility before applying for a WMX license.
| Round | Date | Day | Event | Location |
| 1 | May 23 | Fri | Pala National | Pala, CA |
| 2 | May 30 | Fri | Hangtown Classic | Rancho Cordova, CA |
| 3 | Jun 6 | Fri | Thunder Valley National | Lakewood, CO |
| 4 | Aug 8 | Fri | Ironman National | Crawfordsville, IN |
| 5 | Aug 15 | Fri | Unadilla National | New Berlin, NY |
| 6 | Aug 22 | Fri | Budds Creek National | Mechanicsville, MD |
For more information on the WMX series, visit the official website at www.racewmx.com or call (304) 284-0101. Join the conversation on the series Facebook page, follow us on Instagram, and be sure to always hashtag #RaceWMX.
Malcolm Stewart Partners with FXR Racing and Launches 27 Parallel Fishing Apparel Brand Backed by FXR Pro Fish
Oak Bluff, Manitoba – May 16, 2025 — FXR Racing is thrilled to announce that Malcolm
Stewart, 2016 250cc Supercross Champion and 450cc race winner, one of the most dynamic
and respected riders in professional motocross and supercross, is officially joining the FXR
Racing family for the 2025 season. Stewart will represent FXR’s cutting-edge dirt bike gear
throughout the remainder of his racing career, bringing his signature style and grit to the track in
full FXR performance apparel.
In a move that blends his passion for racing and the outdoors, Stewart is also launching his own
fishing apparel brand, 27 Parallel, in collaboration with FXR Pro Fish—FXR’s performance
fishing division. The brand will deliver premium gear designed for serious anglers who want
comfort, protection, and a touch of Stewart’s unmistakable personality.
“FXR has been pushing boundaries in motocross gear, and I’m hyped to be part of the
team,” said Stewart. “But this is bigger than racing. With 27 Parallel, I’m sharing another part of who I am—fishing has always been my escape, and now I get to create gear for people who love it as much as I do. Partnering with FXR Pro Fish made that dream a reality.”
27 Parallel is named after Stewart’s iconic racing number 27 and the 27th parallel, which runs
right through where he grew up—representing the intersection of two worlds: speed and
serenity, throttle and tide. The debut collection will feature lightweight UV-protective shirts,
hoodies, gloves, and headwear engineered for long days on the water, developed with the same
performance-first mindset FXR is known for.
“Malcolm is one of the most authentic athletes out there,” said Milt Reimer, President of
FXR Racing. “He’s as passionate about fishing as he is about racing, and that shows in everything he does. We’re excited to support both sides of his lifestyle—on the track with FXR Racing and on the water with FXR Pro Fish and 27 Parallel.”
Fans can expect to see Stewart debuting FXR Racing gear at the first round of the AMA Pro
Motocross Championship, while the 27 Parallel fishing apparel line is set to launch later this
year. Both will be available online and through select FXR dealers.
Alex Fedortsov Inks Deal to Go Pro with ClubMX
May 16, 2025 No Comments Latest News, Press ReleaseBigwave
Alex Fedortsov Inks Deal to Go Pro with ClubMX
The 2025 SMX Next Champion is taking the next step
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CHESTERFIELD, SC – May 17, 2025: Everyone around the world has watched Alex Fedortsov race the SMX Next events this year with a variety of results. Fedortsov was the fastest qualifier in four of the five events and led laps in four of the five events proving that he would be a contender in the new series. In Daytona, a four-second lead evaporated with an unfortunate flat tire and he gave up the lead with a late race tip over in Birmingham. To most teenagers, that would be devastating, but Fedortsov has the ability to look forward to the next race. That mindset paid off as he rolled into Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh for the SMX Next National Championship. On that day, his hard work paid off as he passed his teammate, Jesson Turner, in the second corner and never looked back. He led every lap, won the race and the championship. The SMX Next series has proven to be the launching pad to the professional ranks and Fedortsov has the confidence and skill to move up starting at round one of the outdoor series in Pala.
Fedortsov started racing at different points around the world at the young age of six and has been hooked ever since. His skill and tenacity on a bike made him a force to be reconned with whenever he lined up. He and his family came to the ClubMX Training Facility in Chesterfield, SC in early 2022, decided it was the place to be and have called it home since then. The coaching and nutrition staff paid special attention to him over the years to help him develop his craft and his hard work is paying off in the form of a new, long term contract. Now eighteen years old, Fedortsov is betting on himself by wanting to jump into the pro ranks.
Alex Fedortsov: “I really have nothing more to prove to myself in the amateur ranks, and I feel I can do a good job for the team starting with the outdoor season this year. It’s a bit of a risk but one I am willing to take at this point in my career. The Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX team has always been supportive of my decisions, and I am very thankful for their support into the pros. It is actually a dream come true for me, it is what every kid dreams about and now I get to actually do it. I would like to thank Donnie Luce and Yamaha too. They allowed me to participate in the SMX Next program, and they support my transition to the pros.”
Team owner Brandon Haas: “It is rare to have talents in both Motocross and Supercross at such a young age. Alex impressed me every step of the way and bringing home the SMX Next Championship was icing on the cake. He takes direction well, he follows the program and has made believers out of the entire team. We talked internally about the risk vs. reward by moving him up but it was an easy decision. He has a lot of confidence and is totally unphased by the competition. He is going to add one more layer of excitement to the outdoor season.”
Fedortsov follows in the footsteps of other SMX Next graduates and plans to continue that success this season. He has earned the right to advance and is going to take full advantage of the opportunity. The campaign will start in Pala, CA on Saturday, May 24th and run eleven rounds through Budds Creek, MD. Though most of the tracks will be new to him, there are some that he has raced before for Loretta Lynn Amateur National qualifiers and Moto Scouting Combine events. That added experience will make those events easier. Not out of the realm of possibility, Fedortsov can accumulate points to participate in the SMX three-round finale later this year.
Fedortsov selected and was assigned the #784 for the season in honor of his idol Jeffrey Herlings. The Dutch professional motocross racer and multi time FIM world champion was assigned the number when he raced in the US at Ironman Raceway in 2017. A bold move but done totally out of respect.
On the Radar | Beckett Burke | Brought to You by GasGas Canada
Name: Beckett Burke
Age: 11
Hometown: Burlington, Ontario
School and Grade: Grade 6
Number: 29
Bike: Gas Gas 65cc and Gas Gas 85cc
Race Club or Series: Whatever we can fit in
Classes: Supermini (New), 85cc (7-11), 65cc (10-11), 65GP
How did you get started riding and racing?
My dad has raced forever. He gave me a PW50 for my 3rd birthday. We rode it around the baseball diamond by our house for a year, then tried tracks around 4, and I have been racing ever since.
What was your first race number and how did you choose it?
29 because Christian Craig was winning 250’s and I cheered for him.
What’s your favourite subject in school?
My favourite school subject is easily GYM. Except that my school’s gym roof caved in 2 years ago so the school has to get creative to keep us active. The new one will finally be done next month – right when I head off to middle school, but gym class is still the best class with or without a gymnasium.
What is your favourite track and why?
I think Gopher Dunes is my favourite track – it was the first track I rode and is close to home, and I like how challenging it can be. If you can ride Gopher Dunes well you can ride anywhere.
Who is your favourite rider and why?
My favourite rider right now is Haiden Deegan because he is gritty and aggressive and has a winner’s mindset.
What Canadian Pro do you look up to and why?
Within Canada, I really like watching Dylan Wright dominate – he puts in the hard work and you can tell.
Who is your hero?
My dad (Jason Burke).
How did your 2024 season go? Did you meet your expectations?
2024 was good, but not the best. I met some goals and expectations, but didn’t meet them all. I have more work to do for 2025. I’m hoping to have a healthy season and race to my full potential.
What was your best race?
My TransCan moto win in 2023 was my best race in the 65cc 7-9 class. I got the holeshot, went to second, then third, then back to second, got a gift on last lap for the lead and gave it everything I had to keep the lead to the checkers for the win
What did you do over the winter?
Played lots of lacrosse, like 4 days a week, and went south for a few weeks to train on my dirt bikes. A mix of training with my brothers and dad and then spent 2 weeks with Kenzie (Hennessey) from HMX where I logged a solid 30-plus hours. We rode lots so the bikes all needed rebuilds after the HMX camp with all the hours we logged.
What classes are you racing this season?
I ask to race everything I can, but dad limits me to Supermini, 85cc (7-11), 65cc (10-11), 65GP. That gives me 8 motos on race day and a nap on the ride home. We barely practice during the week with all my lacrosse, so I try to make up the seat time at races.
What are the big races you’re planning to attend?
I’m planning to do my first Loretta Lynn’s Regional next month – I did the Area qualifier at Baja Acres and had fun. We’re picking and choosing the events we can fit in around lacrosse, so still not sure what else the season will bring. Some of the big events may be off the table this summer while I compete with my lacrosse team, so if that is the case, we will probably do Mini O’s in fall. It’s hard with two sports I love in overlapping seasons, but my parents are okay driving me all over the place to do both.
What are your goals for this season and what is it going to take to reach them?
My goals are to always Give 100% whenever I’m on my bike and at anything I do, so lack of effort will not be my downfall. I need to focus on the small details to complete the package and ultimately set myself up to WIN RACES. Every race the goal is to WIN. Our schedule may not be set yet but that goal is.
What are your biggest accomplishments?
That moto win at the TRANS CAN in 2023 – something my dad never did.
What is your favourite thing about going to the races?
I think every racer can relate to this: the morning feeling the day of the race, nervous, excited, serious, just being ready. Then the gate drops and it all goes away. The day ends and somehow your energy level is still sky high. Adrenaline. The rush you get from racing is amazing.
What do you like to do when you aren’t racing? What other sports or activities do you do?
I generally like anything with competition, but I will play all sports. I spend more time doing lacrosse than anything else at the moment. Lax takes up 4-5 nights a week currently.
You looked really good at Auburn Hills MX for AMO Round 2. What have you guys been working on?
I been working on the small details – technique, foot position, braking – which is leading me to charge corners and giving me the bike control and confidence when hitting jumps. I think part of getting comfortable has to do with my dad always watching and asking for feedback and he makes small changes to the bike that 95% of the time make the bike work better is small ways.
What’s the best advice your dad, Jason Burke, has given you?
We don’t give up – we work hard no matter what. Never show them you’re weak.
Good luck this season, Beckett. Who would you like to thank?
MP1, Factory Ride, FXR, Journey Plumbing, Sunguard Awnings, HMX, Peak Powersports, GasGas Canada, SSR.
Have a great long weekend, everyone. I hope the weather cooperates wherever you are.
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