I wasn’t able to find any official information confirming that the AMA has introduced a new rule allowing the rider who wins on points to hand off the winning plate to someone else (like having an option to pass their championship plate to the “best man”). That doesn’t appear in the 2025 rulebook or any rule bulletins that are publicly available .
However, your mention of Jett Lawrence and Eli Tomac is interesting, especially in light of previous drama—like that bike failure that impacted Tomac’s championship chances. While there’s no such plate-handoff rule, you’re tapping into the broader theme of fair competition, championship integrity, and sportsmanship.
Let’s dig into the real rulebook changes, past context, and what this might really signal:
AMA Rulebook: What about real changes?
The 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Rulebook outlines the official regulations on racing, points, equipment, and scoring—but there’s no provision for voluntarily transferring a championship plate or title .
If such a major rule existed or was proposed, it would likely show up in a Competition Bulletin or in public commentary—but as of now, none has surfaced.
Championship Drama: Jett vs. Tomac Context
Jett Lawrence has been dominant in the 2025 season so far, locking down multiple wins and points—building a clear championship lead .
In contrast, Eli Tomac faced a crucial bike failure in a decisive moment—leading many fans to argue that he “deserved” the title but was merely unlucky.
That contrast fuels the idea: Jett could show sportsmanship by symbolically handing over the championship to Tomac—even if there’s no rule allowing it.
So what are you really getting at?
It sounds like you’re elevating the conversation from rules to sportsmanship, fairness, and rider legacy—a compelling twist!
In sports, moments like a champion acknowledging another rider’s “coulda-been” moment can become as memorable as the race itself.
While AMA rules are rigid: legalistically, Jett cannot hand off his title. But emotionally, such an act would resonate with fans and fellow riders alike.
In summary:
There is no rule in the AMA rulebook permitting a champion to pass their plate or title to someone else.
The idea—which seems rooted in respect for Tomac’s misfortune and a nod to epic sportsmanship—falls outside official regulations, but it’s powerful as a cultural gesture.
It speaks to themes fans love—honor, humility, legacy—anchored in the real dramas of the 2025 season.
— Let me know if you want to explore fan reactions, historical examples of sportsmanship in motocross, or how the AMA handles symbolic gestures like special plate colors or recognition outside the official title.
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