Fantasy Rider Points Breakdown: AUSX Round 1 – Redcliffe QLD

The opening round of the AUSX Championship in Redcliffe delivered excitement across the board, with standout performances shaking up the FastMoto Fantasy League. Let's dive into how the top riders performed, where handicaps came into play, and the hidden gems that delivered big scores.

SX1 Fantasy Breakdown:

Top Rider: Dean Wilson (35 Points)

Wilson came out swinging, taking P1 and adding the Holeshot Bonus to secure a total of 35 fantasy points. With no handicap adjustment required, Wilson was the rock-solid pick for managers banking on reliability.

Surprise Packages: Brett Metcalfe & Hayden Mellross

Both riders finished 6th and 5th, respectively, but thanks to their 5-point handicaps, they skyrocketed to Adjusted Position 1, matching Wilson with 35 points each. Fantasy managers who took a chance on these privateers were rewarded handsomely, including the Privateer Bonus. These picks were perfect examples of how savvy managers can leverage handicaps for maximum points.

Consistent Performers: Joey Savatgy & Luke Clout

Savatgy and Clout held their own, locking in 2nd and 3rd in both real-life results and adjusted fantasy positions. Clout added a valuable Holeshot Bonus, bringing his total to 30 points, making him a strong fantasy pick despite no handicap.

Risky Picks: Jed Beaton & Dylan Wills

Both finished outside the top 5, and although they received minor handicap boosts, they only reached 16 points. These riders were respectable picks but didn't offer the high-value payout that others with larger handicaps did.

SX2 Fantasy Breakdown:

Top Rider: Noah Ferguson (25 Points)

Ferguson clinched the win and, with his 2-point handicap, was adjusted to Position 1. However, since no additional bonuses applied, he settled at 25 fantasy points, making him a solid but not groundbreaking pick for fantasy managers.

Hidden Gem: Alex Larwood (27 Points)

Larwood was the underrated star of the round. His 4-point handicap boosted him to Adjusted Position 5, and his Holeshot Bonus pushed his total to 27 points. Managers who picked Larwood got great value for their teams, proving that handicaps and bonuses are essential in the fantasy game.

Consistent Picks: Ryder Kingsford & Jayce Cosford

Both riders finished in the top 4 and provided decent returns with 20 points each. These picks offered steady returns without the risk, perfect for managers looking for reliability early in the season.

Privateer Performance: Liam Atkinson

Atkinson may have finished 10th on the leaderboard, but with his 2-point handicap and Privateer Bonus, he climbed to 24 points. He exemplifies the type of dark horse rider fantasy managers should keep an eye on in future rounds.

Fantasy Strategy Takeaways:

• Handicaps Make All the Difference: Riders like Metcalfe and Mellross demonstrated how a good handicap can turn a mid-pack result into a fantasy goldmine. Smart managers will want to exploit these adjustments as the series progresses.
• Bonuses Add Critical Points: The Holeshot Bonus played a pivotal role in both classes, turning solid performances into top-scoring fantasy rounds.
• Privateer Bonuses Pay Off: Riders with the Privateer Bonus, like Mellross and Atkinson, became valuable picks, even without finishing in the top spots. Keep an eye on under-the-radar riders in future rounds to gain an edge.

What's Next?

With Round 1 in the books, we will have the points allocated to users by Tuesday night. We'll have the breakdown from Round 2 uploaded by Tuesday followed by Round 2 points allocation to users Wednesday Night.

Disclaimer: Riders marked with * were not available for selection in the FastMoto system for Rounds 1 and 2.