Atlanta, GA (February 21, 2015) – Yamalube/Star Racing/Yamaha’s Jeremy Martin came from behind to take an exciting win in the Eastern Regional 250SX Class Main Event, tonight, at the Atlanta round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross series.
Rockstar Energy/Husqvarna/Factory Racing’s Martin Davalos took the early lead in the 15-lap final, leading the first nine laps of the race before being passed by defending champ Justin Bogle on the GEICO Honda.
Bogle led for another three laps before Martin finally took the lead on lap 13 and held it to the finish.
For most of the race, Davalos, Bogle, Martin and last week’s winner Marvin Musquin, ran nose to tail on the tricky Atlanta course, and each one of them looked capable of taking the win, however, it was Martin with the upper hand when the checkers flew.
“What a great night for me and my team,” said Martin. “That was an amazing, crazy race, and I am looking forward to coming back here next weekend.”
Musquin, who started the race in fifth, ended the night with the runner-up spot.
“I went down in my Heat Race tonight, so I am glad to have bounced back and landed on the podium tonight,” said Musquin. “I am glad to be able to come back here next weekend with the points lead.”
With the win, Martin moved into second place, four points behind Musquin.
Bogle finished up in third with Davalos taking fourth. Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Joey Savatgy rounded out the top five.
Eastern Regional 250SX Class Results
1. Jeremy Martin (Yam)
2. Marvin Musquin (KTM)
3. Justin Bogle (Hon)
4. Martin Davalos (Hus)
5. Joey Savatgy (Kaw)
6. Vince Friese (Hon)
7. Matt Lemoine (Kaw)
8. Anthony Rodriguez (Yam)
9. RJ Hampshire (Hon)
10. Arnaud Tonus (Kaw)
