Flashback: What If FastMoto Was Playable in 2024 Supercross?

Anaheim 1 2024 Supercross - The Ultimate FastMoto Fantasy Team

The opening round of the 2024 Supercross season at Anaheim 1 was a night to remember, and if FastMoto Fantasy had been around, it would have been the perfect start for fantasy supercross fans. With the right picks, fantasy players could have scored a staggering 264 points, assembling what we now call the "Ultimate Fantasy Team."

Here's a look back at who would have made your dream lineup and the riders who shattered expectations to rack up points.

The Ultimate Fantasy Team: Best Possible Score

If FastMoto had been live, the following riders would have formed the ultimate team:

250cc West MVPs

• Julien Beaumer (KTM): 60pts (35 race points + Holeshot bonus + double points as a FastMoto Rider)
• R.J. Hampshire (Husqvarna): 25pts
• Jo Shimoda (Honda): 25pts
• Jordan Smith (Yamaha): 22pts

Class Total: 132pts

450cc MVPs

• Jett Lawrence (Honda): 60pts (35 race points + Holeshot bonus + double points as a FastMoto Rider)
• Jason Anderson (Kawasaki): 25pts
• Dylan Ferrandis (Honda): 25pts
• Aaron Plessinger (KTM): 22pts

Class Total: 132pts

Grand Total: 264 points

Here is a breakdown of the 2024 Anaheim 1 Supercross results along with their FastMoto handicaps and fantasy points. 

Standout Performances

Even in this "what if" scenario, the 2024 Anaheim 1 opener would have produced standout riders that fantasy managers would dream about selecting.

Julien Beaumer (250cc West)

With a handicap of 5, Julien Beaumer was a breakout star. Not only did he finish 6th, but his Holeshot bonus added a crucial 10 points. Combined with his handicap boost, Beaumer would have been the ultimate high-reward pick, securing 35 race points and doubling up to 60 fantasy points.

Dylan Ferrandis (450cc)

Dylan Ferrandis, starting with a handicap of 6, delivered a stellar performance by finishing 5th. This would have translated to 25 round points, making him one of the top fantasy scorers in the 450cc class.

Cade Clason (450cc)

For risk-takers, Cade Clason would have been a dark horse pick. With a 12 handicap, his 18th-place finish still earned him 15 round points, rewarding those willing to roll the dice on a high-handicap rider.

Key Takeaways for Fantasy Fans

The 2024 Anaheim 1 round proved that combining consistent performers like Jett Lawrence and R.J. Hampshire with high-handicap sleepers like Julien Beaumer and Cade Clason could yield massive results. While FastMoto wasn't yet playable during the 2024 supercross season, it's fun to imagine the strategies fans would have used to create the perfect lineup.

Would you have taking strategic risks on high-handicap picks or stuck with reliable podium favourites? Let us know how you'd have approached Round 1 on our socials post. 

As FastMoto Fantasy kicks off in 2025, keep this hypothetical lineup in mind, it might just inspire your real picks for the coming season!