U.S. Team Won 2026 Quadcross of Nations Title
The American squad dominated the competition in France to secure a decisive victory over Norway.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Equestrian
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The AMA U.S. ATV Motocross Team captured the 2026 FIM Quadcross of Nations title at the MotoClub Dardon Gueugnon circuit. The team earned a total score of 7 points to finish well ahead of the field.
Why it matters
The victory highlights the strength of the American ATV motocross program on the international stage. The team effort successfully outpaced global competitors through a dominant performance across three motos.
The U.S. team secured the championship with a total score of 7, marking a 32-point margin of victory over Norway. Lindquist, Hetrick, and Decker swept the top three spots in the individual rider standings.
The players
AMA U.S. ATV Motocross Team
The American representative squad that consistently competes in international ATV motocross championships.
Lindquist
The rider who finished in first place in the individual standings during the 2026 Quadcross of Nations.
Hetrick
The athlete who secured second place in the individual rider standings.
Decker
The competitor who finished third in the individual rider standings for the U.S. team.
The details
Riders from the U.S. team competed in three motos throughout the weekend to secure their top finish. The squad combined their five best scores to reach their winning total of 7 points at the MotoClub Dardon Gueugnon circuit.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: The U.S. team competed in Group qualifying.
September 27, 2026: The U.S. team competed in the race motos.
Season Trajectory
This win reinforces the status of the United States as a primary powerhouse within the annual FIM Quadcross of Nations series. The dominant performance sets a high competitive benchmark for international teams looking to challenge U.S. supremacy in future seasons.
The U.S. team's score of 7 points indicates a near-perfect performance across the required five best race results. This outcome effectively solidifies the American roster's standing as the top-ranked entity for upcoming international events.
The takeaway
Consistent performance across multiple motos is essential for securing a championship title in international quadcross. Fans and participants can look to the U.S. team's scoring consistency as a model for competitive success.
Further reading
For more background on international racing, visit the Equestrian section.
More information
Watch the complete event replay stream to view the race footage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Racer X Online.
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