R
eigning Grand National
Champion Dallas Daniels
earned that title because
he is perhaps the most rock-solid
competitor the premier class has
ever seen. The Estenson Racing
Yamaha star has authored podi
-
um streaks that have demolished
historic runs of the past, and
on the rare occasions when he
does not grace the victory circle,
there's typically a significant
story explaining the absence.
Current Mission AFT Super
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Twins points leader Kody Kopp
earned that position by being, at
least in the early stages of his
premier-class career, even more
rock-solid than Daniels. The
Latus Motors Racing Harley-
Davidson ace came out of the
gates with two firsts and backed
them up with a trio of seconds.
But the time when rock-solid
is good enough may be nearing
its end. "Spectacular" seems
to be required at this point to
prevent two-time Grand National
Champion Briar Bauman from
seizing control of the 2026
ROUND 6 / MAY 16, 2026
BUDDS CREEK / MECHANICSVILLE, MARYLAND
FLAT TRACK I AMA PROGRESSIVE AMERICAN FLAT TRACK
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