Mikayla Nielsen faces setbacks during WMX competition at Thunder Valley

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Mikayla Nielsen faces setbacks during WMX competition at Thunder Valley
Summary

Mikayla Nielsen competed in the second round of the Women's Pro Motocross series at Thunder Valley Motocross Park on June 13, 2026. Nielsen was running second in Moto 1 when her fuel pump failed with two laps remaining, forcing her to finish in a reduced capacity. She has previously shown strong form, finishing third overall in the 2025 WMX series and being one of few riders to challenge the leaders consistently. Despite setbacks, including a collision earlier in the season and issues at Thunder Valley, Nielsen remains focused on improving her standings in the series and proving her competitiveness against top riders. Nielsen's resilience and desire to elevate women's motocross recognize the challenges faced in a male-dominated sport.

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  • Nielsen finished second in Moto 1 despite mechanical issues.
  • She was on course for a strong finish before the fuel pump failure.
  • Nielsen has previously finished on the podium multiple times in the series.
  • Her experiences highlight the challenges women face in motocross.
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The only two times Mikayla Nielsen failed to finish on the podium in 2025 was because of accidents while battling in the lead pack.

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