AMA is changing the rule books again!! Whoever wins in points has the option to hand the winning plate off to the best man. Jett knowing dam well ET3 bike failure was where he won the championship and will need to man up and hand Tomac his championship just saying. Be a man Jett ..

 

By [Your Name], August 10, 2025

In a bombshell move that’s sending shockwaves through the motocross world, the AMA is reportedly implementing a new rule that would allow the series points leader to “elect” a recipient for the championship plate. Yes, you read that right: the rider with the most points at the end of the season can voluntarily hand over the #1 plate to another competitor — a move that many are calling either revolutionary or downright ridiculous.

At the center of this firestorm? None other than Jett Lawrence.

Following a turbulent 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship season, Lawrence stands at the top of the points ladder. But here’s the catch — many fans and insiders argue he didn’t truly earn that position on merit alone. A pivotal mechanical failure suffered by Eli Tomac in Round 8 took the veteran out of contention, opening the door wide for Jett. With Tomac riding stronger, faster, and hungrier than ever prior to the mishap, the debate is raging: did Jett win, or did Tomac lose?

Now, under this new AMA rule, the winner has the power — some say burden — to hand the plate to the rider they believe deserved it most. It’s a symbolic gesture that carries real weight in the court of public opinion. And all eyes are now locked on Jett Lawrence.

The Debate: Is This Sportsmanship or Sideshow?

According to AMA insiders, the change is designed to “enhance sportsmanship and recognize the unpredictable nature of motorsports.” But critics are already calling foul, labeling the move as a PR stunt rather than a legitimate rule. Social media has erupted with hashtags like #GiveItToTomac and #EarnItOrReturnIt, as fans question the fairness of this unprecedented twist.

“This ain’t a charity league,” wrote one longtime fan on X (formerly Twitter). “Points are points. You ride, you win, or you don’t. If Tomac’s bike fails, that’s racing. Jett owes nothing.”

But not everyone agrees.

“This rule might be the best thing to happen to motocross in years,” says former rider and analyst David Pingree. “It forces riders to look at the bigger picture. Championships aren’t just about surviving breakdowns. They’re about legacy.”

The Tomac Factor

Let’s not sugarcoat it: Eli Tomac was on a tear this season. At 32, he was riding with a level of aggression and control that turned back the clock. Fans were ready for the redemption story — after his Achilles injury in 2023 and near misses in 2024, this was his year.

Then disaster struck.

A mechanical failure in Moto 2 at RedBud ended his day, and arguably, his championship hopes. It was the kind of cruel twist that makes or breaks seasons. Jett capitalized, as any elite racer would. But everyone in the paddock knew it — the air had been sucked out of the title race.

Now, thanks to the AMA’s curveball, the power to right that wrong rests in the hands of one man.

Will Jett Be a Man About It?

Let’s be clear — Jett Lawrence is a generational talent. He’s young, gifted, and already a champion. But this situation is about more than speed. It’s about integrity.

He knows — we all know — the title wouldn’t be in his hands if not for Tomac’s misfortune. There was no last-lap pass. No head-to-head battle. Just a blown engine and an empty podium spot.

The question is: can Jett see past the stats sheet? Can he look the fans — and Tomac — in the eye and admit that, just this once, he didn’t win it the right way?

If he’s the man he claims to be, if he really respects the sport and those who built it before him, he’ll hand that plate to Tomac. Not because he has to. But because it’s the right thing to do.

Final Thoughts

This new AMA rule may be controversial, but it has put motocross in a rare position: it’s no longer just about who can win, but about who should.

Jett Lawrence, the spotlight is yours. Be the man the sport needs right now — not just the fastest rider, but the most honorable one.

Tomac earned this one. Now let’s see if you’ve earned our respect.

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