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GASGAS THANKS SAM SUNDERLAND AS RALLY-RAID STAR ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

Thank you, Sam! It’s a bittersweet moment for GASGAS as we announce that our rally hero Sam Sunderland has decided to hang up his boots and retire from professional motorcycle racing. Sam’s journey with GASGAS and the company has been super successful, and we’re beyond proud of everything he has achieved with the team.

  • Sunderland to retire from professional motorcycle racing
  • Sam’s outstanding career included two world championships and two Dakar wins
  • Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing wish Sam all the best for the future

Joining Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing for the 2022 season, Sam kicked off his stint on the RX 450F with a bang by claiming victory in the 2022 Dakar Rally – the first ever win for GASGAS at the world’s toughest rally-raid. And that was just the beginning! Sam kept the momentum going with stellar performances at each FIM World Rally-Raid Championship round in 2022, ultimately clinching his second world championship title. What a year!

Sam first joined the company back in 2014, and during his time racing for the team he secured no less than two world championships and two Dakar victories, not to mention multiple stage and event wins along the way. Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing couldn’t be more grateful for Sam’s passion, dedication, and sheer awesomeness he brought to every race. Sam will continue working with the team, using his vast experience in a support and development role. Thank you for everything, Sam, we’re already looking forward to working closely together again in the future!

Sam Sunderland: “It is with gratitude, humility, a bit of sadness, but without regret, that I announce my retirement from motorcycle racing after having a career that I dreamed of once upon a time. From winning two world championships to my two Dakar victories, it’s been an incredible run. I would like to thank everyone that has been a part of this chapter and I’m looking forward to staying close to the team and playing a part in supporting their race efforts in the future.”

Andreas Hölzl – Rally Team Manager: “We would like to say a massive thank you to Sam for his time with Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing. I speak for the whole team when I say we’re sad to hear that Sam is retiring from racing, but we completely respect his decision and thank him for everything he has done for us over the years. Beyond being a phenomenal racer, Sam is a fantastic person – always supportive, motivating, and a true team player. He is a huge part of the GASGAS family, and we look forward to working with him again in new and exciting ways in the future.”

Pit Beirer – Motorsports Director: “Sam joined the company back in 2014, and since then his passion, dedication, and results have been exceptional. He not only secured two world championships and two Dakar victories, but he played a massive part in the successes of the whole team. Over the years, our relationship with Sam became stronger and stronger, and with his move to Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing in 2022, he continued to make history. While it’s tough to see Sam go, we respect his decision. I’d like to personally thank Sam for everything he put into the team and wish him well for the future.”

ROCKSTAR ENERGY GASGAS FACTORY RACING'S CASEY COCHRAN P6 IN COLORADO

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Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing’s Casey Cochran impressed with a sixth-place finish following Round 3 of the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Thunder Valley on Saturday, which marks his best result of the 250MX season so far. Casey Cochran finishes sixth overall in 250MX 14th overall the end result for Ryder D at Thunder Valley Progression evident for both riders after three rounds! Equipped with the GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition, Cochran powered to 13th position in the first 250MX moto of the day after an average launch off the gate, before ripping to a pivotal top-five start in Moto 2. After running in fifth place during the opening stages, Casey would go on to capture a season-high P6 moto finish and sixth overall for the weekend. With his Colorado result, Cochran rises to 10th in the 250MX point standings after the opening three rounds. Casey Cochran: “Overall, it was a good day in Colorado. We made some big improvements! Unfortunately, it was a bad start that cost me in the first moto, because I had to work through a lot of traffic in that one. I'm happy with my riding, had a good start in the second moto with a solid finish, so we're looking forward to keeping this momentum going!” 250MX teammate DiFranceso finished the first Moto in P15, while he had to settle for a 13th-place result onboard his GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition in Moto 2 after a first turn fall. Those finishes resulted in 14th overall for the round, as he too continues to rebuild from injury. Ryder DiFrancesco: "My riding was better in Colorado, I just struggled to get off the gate and went down in the first turn of the second moto. I came back to 13th in that one, so it’s steps in the right direction again, and our goal has been to be up front by Southwick. That's the plan!” Next Race: June 14 – High Point, Pennsylvania Results 250MX Class – Thunder Valley National 1. Chance Hymas (Honda) 2. Haiden Deegan (Yamaha) 3. Levi Kitchen (Kawasaki) 4. Tom Vialle (KTM) 6. Casey Cochran (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) 14. Ryder DiFrancesco (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) 17. Julien Beaumer (KTM) Standings 250MX Class 2025 after 3 of 11 rounds 1. Haiden Deegan, 144 points 2. Jo Shimoda, 119 3. Chance Hymas, 95 5. Tom Vialle, 85 7. Julien Beaumer, 81 10. Casey Cochran, 64 17. Ryder DiFrancesco, 43

CASEY COCHRAN AND RYDER DIFRANCESCO FEATURE UP-FRONT AT HANGTOWN

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Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing’s Casey Cochran and Ryder DiFrancesco each showcased front-running pace during Round 2 of the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Hangtown on Saturday afternoon, featuring among the leading pack at times in ultra-tough, hot weather conditions for racing. Casey Cochran races to 11th overall in 250MX Class 18th overall the end result for Ryder D at Hangtown National Cochran credited the holeshot in RED-hot start to Moto 2 Equipped with the GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition, Cochran was fifth fastest on the 250MX combined qualifying timesheets, before racing at the front of the field during the opening stages of Moto 1. An eventual 12th-place finish was met with another P12 in Moto 2 after being credited the holeshot and again factoring toward the front with the leaders during the initial stages of the race. Continuing to charge back into shape after spending a lengthy time on the sidelines due to injury, exciting teenage prospect Cochran will shift his sights to Thunder Valley next weekend to further build upon his promising Hangtown performance delivered today. Casey Cochran: “Overall, Hangtown was a decent day. We showed really good speed all day with my qualifying and starts, we checked a lot of boxes there, but yeah, it was a hot one! I’m confident with my speed and abilities, so I’m feeling good for the rest of the season. We will keep working!” 250MX teammate DiFranceso finished the first moto with a P17 result after going down while running inside the top-five. Later, an 18th-place finish onboard his GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition at the conclusion of the second race resulted in 18th overall for the day. Ryder DiFrancesco: "Difficult weekend for me at Hangtown. We showed great speed in Moto 1, and it was unfortunate to go down, but we’re still building as a team and will look forward to the next one.” Next Race: June 7 – Thunder Valley, Colorado Results 250MX Class – Hangtown National 1. Haiden Deegan (Yamaha) 2. Jo Shimoda (Honda) 3. Levi Kitchen (Kawasaki) 4. Julien Beaumer (KTM) 11. Casey Cochran (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) 17. Tom Vialle (KTM) 18. Ryder DiFrancesco (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) Standings 250MX Class 2025 after 2 of 11 rounds 1. Haiden Deegan, 100 points 2. Jo Shimoda, 88 3. Julien Beaumer, 67 6. Tom Vialle, 52 13. Casey Cochran, 39 18. Ryder DiFrancesco, 27

PROMISE THERE FOR ROCKSTAR ENERGY GASGAS FACTORY RACING IN PRO MOTOCROSS OPENER

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Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing’s Casey Cochran and Ryder DiFrancesco raced to consistent results at Round 1 of the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Fox Raceway on Saturday, setting a promising foundation to build upon for the remainder of the summer. GASGAS debutant Casey Cochran claims 12th overall in 250MX 13th overall score for Ryder D in his return to competition Both riders back on track in opening round at Fox Raceway! Equipped with the GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition, Cochran was seventh fastest on the 250MX combined qualifying timesheets, before racing to a P14 result in the opening Moto of the season. An 11th position in Moto 2 gave the 18-year-old 12th overall, and plenty of momentum entering Hangtown next weekend. Casey Cochran: “It was a decent day for me. I felt good in the morning, and overall I have a good feeling on the bike, so getting the first race nerves out of the way is good. I’m happy with how our day went, there are still plenty of improvements to be made, but I’m stoked to be back racing and charging for the next 10 rounds.” 250MX teammate DiFranceso concluded the first Moto with a P17 result, before a strong rebound in Moto 2 had the GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition rider climb into ninth place, scoring a top 10 Moto finish in his return from an early-season injury. Ryder DiFrancesco: "It’s good to be back! Just to get a day under my belt is something I have been missing, so it was nice to be back. Moto 2 was a positive for us, running up front for a while and being able to see the pace, then ultimately ending up in ninth. I'm glad to be back at the races, and looking forward to next week.” Next Race: May 31 – Hangtown, California Results 250MX Class – Fox Raceway National 1. Haiden Deegan (Yamaha) 2. Jo Shimoda (Honda) 3. Tom Vialle (KTM) 5. Julien Beaumer (KTM) 12. Casey Cochran (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) 13. Ryder DiFrancesco (Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing) Standings 250MX Class 2025 after 1 of 11 rounds 1. Haiden Deegan, 50 points 2. Jo Shimoda, 44 3. Tom Vialle, 38 5. Julien Beaumer, 35 12. Casey Cochran, 19 13. Ryder DiFrancesco, 18