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Oliver Eriksson claimed victory in the second round of the Nitrocross season at Richmond Raceway, capping off a fine weekend which gave him the championship lead for the first time ever. The Olsber…
Oliver Eriksson emerged victorious in the second round of the Nitrocross season at Richmond Raceway, securing the championship lead for the first time with an impressive performance. Starting second on the grid, Eriksson took advantage of polesitter Fraser McConnell’s half-spin on the opening lap to seize the lead, maintaining it throughout the six-lap main event. Despite McConnell’s relentless pursuit, Eriksson defended his position, while Viktor Vranckx clinched third place, becoming the youngest podium finisher in the premier Group E class at just 19 years old. Notably, Robin Larsson finished fourth, Tanner Foust in fifth, and Lia Block matched her career-best result in sixth place. Conner Martell, classified seventh, retired early due to damage sustained in a Turn 3 incident. Eriksson now leads the points standings, with McConnell trailing by 11 points and Larsson a further four behind in third. Additionally, Tommi Hallman triumphed in the second NXT final, Casper Jansson secured a podium finish, and Kainan Baker dominated the Side-by-Sides category, underscoring an action-packed weekend at Richmond Raceway.
