Fraser McConnell gears up for high-octane Nitrocross weekend in Utah

Jamaican racing sensation Fraser McConnell is preparing for an action-packed weekend as he heads into rounds three and four of the Nitrocross championship this Saturday and Sunday in Utah.

Following a strong performance at the season opener in Richmond, Virginia, McConnell is currently in second place in the overall standings, just 11 points behind leader Kevin Eriksson.

His impressive showing at Richmond Raceway on September 7 and 8 saw him secure a third-place finish in round one, followed by a thrilling battle for first in round two. After clinching the top qualifier spot and winning his semi-final, McConnell started the round two final in pole position. Despite an early lead, a dramatic half-spin forced him off his racing line, allowing Eriksson to take the victory, with McConnell finishing second ahead of Viktor Vranckx.

Looking ahead to the Utah rounds, McConnell expressed optimism about his chances. “I’m really looking forward to this weekend, going back to Utah, the birthplace of Nitrocross,” he shared. “It all started there with the Nitro World Games in 2018 and 2019, so it’s a very special place for everyone involved.”

He also noted the challenge posed by the upcoming track. “Salt Lake is one of the craziest tracks on the calendar, with the biggest gap jump and a lot of demanding corners. It requires high speed from us drivers. I'll just go out there and hit my marks as usual, trying to extract as much as I can from the car while proudly repping Jamaica.”

With back-to-back podium finishes in rounds one and two, McConnell is confident about maintaining his strong momentum. “We’re second in the championship with 107 points, and I’m looking forward to continuing that streak this weekend,” he added. He currently leads defending champion Robin Larsson by four points and aims to close the gap further in his pursuit of Eriksson.

McConnell's season is sponsored by JustBet, Proven, Tru Shake, Rainforest, and the Jamaica Tourist Board.