Mikayla Nielsen faces setbacks during WMX competition at Thunder Valley

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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