Julien Beaumer Joined Team USA for Motocross des Nations
Julien Beaumer has been tapped to replace the injured Chance Hymas on the American roster.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Soccer
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Julien Beaumer has officially joined Team USA for the upcoming Motocross des Nations. He replaces Chance Hymas, who was forced to withdraw from the team due to a wrist injury.
Why it matters
The roster change brings a new rider to the squad as Team USA seeks to improve upon its second-place overall finish from last year. Beaumer joins the team following a strong performance in the SMX World Championship series.
Beaumer finished 2nd in the 250MX standings and recently secured an overall win at the SMX Playoff 2 event in Carson, California. He also clocked the fastest qualifying time for the SMX World Championship Final.
The players
Julien Beaumer
He is a professional motocross rider who recently finished second in the 250MX standings.
Chance Hymas
He is a professional motocross athlete who was removed from the roster after sustaining a wrist injury.
Mike Pelletier
He serves as the Team Manager for Team USA and oversees rider selections for international competition.
Levi Kitchen
He is an American motocross rider serving as a current member of the national squad.
Cooper Webb
He is a veteran motocross competitor who remains on the Team USA roster for the upcoming event.
The details
Team Manager Mike Pelletier announced the decision during a broadcast of Race Day Live. Beaumer will now prepare to compete alongside teammates Levi Kitchen and Cooper Webb in France.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: Julien Beaumer's selection to Team USA was announced.
October 2nd-4th, 2026: The Motocross des Nations event takes place in Ernee, France.
Season Trajectory
This roster move significantly reshapes the lineup just days before the international competition in Ernee. It forces Team USA to adjust its strategy to remain competitive for the title following last year's second-place result.
Beaumer's addition shifts the expected team performance and tactical approach for the upcoming event in France. With the team now finalized, focus shifts to whether the new lineup can overcome the recent injury setback to secure a podium spot.
The takeaway
The late-stage roster swap highlights the volatility of professional motocross rosters during high-stakes championship windows. Fans should watch how the team's dynamics shift in the coming days as the new rider integrates with the existing squad.
Further reading
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