AUSX Fantasy Round 4 Handicap Analysis

Round 4 of the FOX Australian Supercross Championship is coming up, and with new handicap updates, there's a lot of potential for strategic plays in your fantasy lineup. Let's dive into some key handicap changes and fantasy stats to help you make the best picks for Round 4! Keep in mind, with this weekends format there is 4 finals for each class, meaning 4 chances for one of your riders to lock in the 10 bonus points for a holeshot. 

SX1 Class Handicap Highlights

• Matt Moss has jumped from a 0 to a +5 handicap since Round 1 and 2, making him an intriguing choice if he can place high.
• Aaron Tanti gets a slight boost with a +1 handicap this round. With a strong performance history, including 27 points with a Holeshot Bonus in Round 3, he's a solid pick with potential for an edge.
• Robbie Marshall now at +11 is one of the highest handicaps in the SX1 class. He could be a sleeper pick for big points if he manages a breakthrough performance.
• Jack Mather is back down to a +5 after a strong showing in Round 3, where he scored 25 points thanks to his adjusted positioning.
• Hayden Mellross's handicap remains tight at +2. He scored 25 points last round with his privateer boost, making him a reliable option with decent upside.

SX2 Class Handicap Highlights

• Mitchell Norris at a +12 handicap offers high-risk, high-reward potential. He's had a rocky start, but this big handicap could pay off if he can pull off a surprise finish.
• Bailey Malkiewicz jumps to a +10 handicap from +4 in Round 3. His consistency has been shaky, but a high handicap may offer a good payoff for risk-takers.
• Reid Taylor holds steady at +3, coming off an impressive 35 points in Round 3. With this stable handicap, he's a solid pick for those looking for consistency.
• Ben Novak, with a +11 handicap, matched top scores last round with 35 points thanks to a privateer boost. His high handicap could make him a repeat sleeper pick.
• Shane McElrath and Cole Thompson both hold steady at 0 handicaps after dominating last round. McElrath swept all three races in Round 3 and brought in a max 35 points with a Holeshot Bonus, a must-have for secure points.

Strategy Tips for Round 4

• Balance Risk and Reward: High handicaps like Robbie Marshall (+11) and Mitchell Norris (+12) offer big upside if they can outperform, but they're high-risk picks.
• Consistent Performers: Riders like Reid Taylor (+3) and Jack Mather (+5) with proven scoring in recent rounds can provide steady returns with moderate risk.
• Holeshot Bonus Potential: Don't overlook riders with strong starts. Last round's holeshot bonuses boosted scores significantly for riders like Joey Savatgy and Shane McElrath.

Prepare your lineups and get ready to lock in those picks for an exciting Round 4!