FastMoto Fantasy Recap - Round 4, Glendale Triple Crown

The Glendale Triple Crown delivered a night of great racing and did not disappoint, and for FastMoto Fantasy players, it was an opportunity to rake in some massive points. The unique Triple Crown format with three short main events meant that consistency and strategy were critical in building a high-scoring fantasy team. Let's dive into the high-scoring riders, key handicaps, and holeshot bonuses that defined Round 4.

Top Manager: sabelcross

Congratulations to sabelcross, our top fantasy manager for Round 4, scoring 249 points! Their strategic selections included several standout performers across both the 250 and 450 classes, leveraging high handicaps and bonus points to dominate the leaderboard.

There was a tie for 1st for the round with 'sweat1942', but to break the tie we refer to the overall Supercross standings. So sabelcross took out the round. 

sabelcross - 34th overall
sweat1942 - 41st overall

 The top FastMoto Club Member went to none other than DnX Show's 'reaperdoc' with a solid 245pts. 

250w Fantasy Highlights

The 250SX class was a fantasy goldmine, with key riders delivering high points through adjusted positions and holeshot bonuses. Here's how the fantasy superstars performed:

• Michael Mosiman (+7 HCP): Mosiman was the top scorer in the 250SX class, accumulating 35 points thanks to his adjusted position of 1st and a holeshot bonus in one of the mains.
• Julien Beaumer (+0 HCP): Beaumer delivered a strong 28 points, securing a holeshot bonus to boost his fantasy value.
• Derek Kelley (+18 HCP): Kelley capitalised on his high handicap, scoring 25 points with an adjusted position of 1st.
• Parker Ross (+12 HCP): Ross matched the top scorers with 25 points, benefiting from his adjusted position.
• Anthony Bourdon (+6 HCP): Bourdon's consistency and adjusted position earned him 22 points, making him a solid pick for fantasy players.

Holeshot Bonus:

Michael Mosiman and Julien Beaumer each snagged a 10-point holeshot bonus, boosting their totals and rewarding fantasy managers who banked on their starts.

Fantasy Strategy Note:

High-handicap riders like Joshua Varize (+15) and Dylan Walsh (+14) delivered significant value, proving that targeting riders with strong upside potential can pay off big in Triple Crown rounds.

450 Fantasy Highlights

The 450SX class didn't disappoint, with big names and high-handicap riders making waves in fantasy scoring:

• Hunter Lawrence (+4 HCP): The top scorer in the 450SX class, Lawrence racked up 35 points with an adjusted position of 1st and a 10-point holeshot bonus.
• Cooper Webb (+0 HCP): Webb was consistent across the mains, earning 32 points, boosted by a holeshot bonus.
• Ken Roczen (+0 HCP): Roczen's solid finishes and a 10-point holeshot bonus brought his total to 30 points.
• Dylan Ferrandis (+9 HCP): Ferrandis maximised his handicap, earning 25 points with an adjusted position of 1st.
• Anthony Rodriguez (+18 HCP): Despite a challenging night, Rodriguez delivered 25 points due to his high handicap.

Holeshot Bonus:

Hunter Lawrence, Cooper Webb, and Ken Roczen all earned 10-point holeshot bonuses, underlining the importance of targeting riders who are quick out of the gate.

Fantasy Strategy Note:

Riders like Anthony Rodriguez (+18) and Shane McElrath (+12) offered great value with high handicaps and strong adjusted positions, making them standout picks in the 450SX class.

Fantasy Takeaways

1. Holeshot Bonuses Are Key: Riders who snagged holeshot bonuses, like Hunter Lawrence and Michael Mosiman, provided significant boosts to fantasy scores.

2. High Handicaps Deliver: High-handicap riders like Derek Kelley (+18) and Anthony Rodriguez (+18) proved to be high-reward picks, delivering maximum points.

3. Consistency Matters: Low-handicap riders such as Chase Sexton and Jordon Smith offered reliability for fantasy managers, ensuring steady points.

Looking Ahead

With the Triple Crown round behind us, fantasy managers should continue to strategise around handicaps and holeshot potential. Keep an eye on injury reports and track conditions as we head into the next round on the east coast and Tampa, Florida.

Think you have what it takes to top the leaderboard like sabelcross? Set your team for the next round and aim for fantasy dominance!

Stay tuned for more breakdowns and insights as the Supercross season unfolds.