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2024 U.S. SPRINT ENDURO ROUND 2: KTM ALMOST SWEEPS PRO DIVISIONS

U.S. SPRINT ENDURO SERIES – ROUND 2

Girroir was dominant in South Carolina for the Silver Hawk occasion, powering his KTM 350 XC-F to nearly all of check wins throughout the technical terrain, extending his result in a large margin because the checkered flag flew for the defending Pro 1 Champion.

Adding to the weekend’s success in South Carolina was FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers racers Brandy Richards and Angus Riordan, with Richards claiming a convincing victory within the Pro Women’s class, whereas Riordan took a P2 end within the Pro 2 Class aboard his KTM 250 XC-F.

Johnny Girroir: “I had a good weekend here at Round 2, Liam [Draper] was riding well and the rest of the competition was also. This was a really fun weekend, the tests were awesome and the woods test especially was super-gnarly.”

Angus Riordan: “I was happy to come away with P2. The competition was riding really well and the track was gnarly – the woods test, for sure, was gnarly and super-tight, which doesn’t really suit my style, so I’m happy to leave with a consistent result.”

Brandy Richards: “I was a little hesitant in the Enduro test, just because it was so tight and technical… I haven’t quite had the opportunity to ride tracks that tight, but I’m actually very happy with how I felt through there and how I rode across the weekend! I’m always comfortable on the Cross tests, especially when we have jumps and triples and stuff like that, but all-in-all, happy with my weekend.”

Pro 1 Class Results
1. Johnny Girroir, KTM
2. Liam Draper, YAM
3. Craig DeLong, HQV

Pro 2 Class Results
1. Jason Tino, HQV
2. Angus Riordan, KTM
3. Jack Edmondson, GAS

Pro Women’s Class Results
1. Brandy Richards, KTM
2. Korie Steede, HQV
3. Rachel Gutish, SHR

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White, Black, Gray Dominate Our Car Landscape, Except In Alaska

White, black, gray, and silver cars dominate the car landscape in the US, according to a study by iSeeCars. These grayscale colors make up 78.9 percent of vehicles on the road, an increase from 78.6 percent in 2022 and 77.2 percent in 2018. However, the distribution of these colors varies across the country. White is the most popular car color, adorning 26.2 percent of used cars in 2023, up from 23.3 percent in 2018. The share of black cars decreased to 21.8 percent, while gray cars saw an increase from 15.2 percent to 19.2 percent. On the other hand, silver cars experienced a decline from 15.1 percent to 11.7 percent. Blue and red switched positions, with blue now being the fifth most popular color at 9.8 percent and red ranking sixth at 8.2 percent. The top six colors, including the grayscale shades, account for 96.8 percent of all vehicles. The remaining colors, such as green, brown, orange, beige, purple, gold, and yellow, make up the remaining percentage. Alaska stands out as the state with the most colorful cars, with over a quarter of its vehicles having non-grayscale colors. Blue is the most popular non-grayscale color in Alaska at 13.5 percent. Hawaii, on the other hand, has the least colorful cars, with 28.6 percent being white and only 16.3 percent being blue. This may be attributed to the large number of rental vehicles in Hawaii, which are often white. The study analyzed over 10 million used vehicles sold between 2018 and 2023 to compile its data.

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Team Toyota’s Daryl Homer: Excited About the Future

Daryl Homer, a fencer for Team Toyota, won a silver medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio after years of hard work. Now, as he trains for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, he has come to realize that his athletic career doesn’t have to follow a linear path.

Homer is focused on changing his mindset and no longer seeing success as something finite. He believes in being excited about what’s next and challenging the notion of what is impossible. He understands the importance of embracing change and looking forward to new opportunities.

As a three-time U.S. Olympian in men’s sabre, Homer has competed in London, Rio, and Tokyo. His silver medal in Rio made him the first U.S. medalist in men’s sabre since 1984. Over the years, he has learned to appreciate his accomplishments and the rarity of competing in the Olympics. He is now working on celebrating his past achievements while simultaneously training for future milestones.

Homer understands the challenge of maintaining focus and motivation, especially in a mentally demanding sport like fencing. He draws inspiration from his favorite athletes who have reinvented themselves and found continued success throughout their careers. He acknowledges that fencing is like physical chess and requires self-awareness, emotional control, creativity, and bravery to take calculated risks.

Early Beginnings and Transformative “Firsts”

Homer was born in the U.S. Virgin Islands and moved to the Bronx with his family at the age of 5. He developed an interest in fencing and started taking lessons at the Peter Westbrook Foundation in Manhattan. The foundation, led by Olympians and former Olympians, including Homer’s mentor Peter Westbrook and fencer Keeth Smart, played a significant role in his development.

Initially drawn to basketball, Homer found fencing to be a natural fit for him. He began fencing at 11 years old and started taking the sport seriously a year later. He admits to balancing his athletic pursuits with simply being a kid, but eventually, he prioritized fencing and witnessed the results of his hard work. Beating an older fencer in a competition was a transformative experience that boosted his confidence and motivated him to continue pushing forward.

Building a Support System

Heading into his fourth Olympic cycle, Homer values the support system he has established. His family, fencing club, and local community provide him with the encouragement and assistance he needs to succeed. Homer appreciates the support he received from his neighborhood after the disappointment of not winning a medal in Tokyo. He also acknowledges the support he receives as part of Team Toyota, having formed close bonds with fellow athletes who joined the team around the same time.

Homer considers his teammates, the marketing department, and the entire organization as his extended family. Their unwavering support empowers him on his journey and motivates him to keep striving for excellence.