Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto (No. 2) nailed the holeshot in the second 450 moto at Millville, Minnesota this past summer. While Villopoto has the first turn dialed, it appears that his arch-rival Ryan Dungey seems to have the front end crossed up on his No. 1 Rockstar/Makita Suzuki. You can also clearly see Mike Alessi (No. 800), Brett Metcalfe (No. 24), Travis Sewell (No. 67) and Ricky Dietrich (No. 539). Dungey recovered to win the moto and the overall victory at his home national. Minnesota has a rich motocross history and Millville fans are among the most loyal and knowledgeable in all the series. I’ve seen them endure everything from drenching rain showers to triple digit heat and never lose their enthusiasm.

Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto (No. 2) nailed the holeshot in the second 450 moto at Millville, Minnesota this past summer. While Villopoto has the first turn dialed, it appears that his archrival Ryan Dungey seems to have the front end crossed up on his No. 1 Rockstar/Makita Suzuki. (Larry Lawrence photo)