McConnell ends Nitrocross Champs in second place

Jamaica’s Motorsport Athlete of the Year, Fraser McConnell, secured the second spot on the podium for the 2023/24 Nitrocross season, while Robin Larsson clinched his second consecutive title.

McConnell’s stellar track record continues as he finished one position higher than his third-place finish in 2022-23.

During the 2023-24 season, the Jamaican driver demonstrated remarkable skill and determination by securing a decisive victory in Oklahoma on June 16, marking an impressive start.

Mechanical issues hindered his performance, possibly preventing him from reaching the podium in rounds two and three in Utah in August. However, McConnell bounced back strongly in rounds five and six in Phoenix, Arizona, finishing first and second on November 10 and 11.

McConnell is gearing up for another thrilling season of sprint racing in 2024-25 as Dreyer & Reinbold Racing confirmed the extension of his contract for another year.

“We are thrilled to announce Fraser McConnell’s continued partnership with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing for the upcoming Nitrocross season,” said team owner, Dennis Reinbold. “Fraser’s exceptional talent and dedication to excellence embody the spirit of our team, and we are confident that together, we will achieve even greater heights in the 2024-25 season.”

McConnell also looks forward to a third season with the team. “I’m happy to continue this opportunity with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing. The team has felt like family over the last two years and it’s a huge honour to continue with the best team in the paddock.”

On his 2023-24 results, he added, “It is so incredible to finish on the podium once again; last year third, this year second, next year I’m coming for that trophy.

“We definitely have what it takes to win the championship. We finished strong here in Las Vegas and next season will be no different.”

The fourth season of Nitrocross gets under way on September 7 and 8 with rounds one and two slated for a new venue, Richmond Raceway, in Virginia.