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James stewart injury I along with millions of other racing fans, have been on the edge of my seat many times watching James Bubba Stewart, Chad Reed and Ricky Carmichael battle it out miles ahead of the rest of the pack, riding on a different level to the others. And he does ride on another level, like a bat out of hell often only barely managing to hold onto his bike by his finger tips. This is what makes Stewart so damn entertaining to watch! James Stewart Sr took him for a ride on his bike when he was still in diapers, and Bubba entered his first MX race at the grand old age of four. He began to shine above his peers and was sponsored by age 7.

James Stewart Jr.

For other people named James Stewart, see James Stewart (disambiguation).

American motorcycle racer

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NicknameBubba
Born () December 21, (age&#;39)
Bartow, Florida, U.S.
SportMotocross, Supercross
RetiredMay 17,
World finals
  • FIM World Supercross Grand Prix Champion
  • FIM World Supercross Grand Prix Champion
  • Motocross of Nations Champion
  • Motocross of Nations Champion
  • FIM World Supercross Champion
Regional finals
  • AMA West Supercross Champion
  • AMA East Supercross Champion
National finals
  • AMA Motocross National Champion
  • AMA Motocross National Champion
  • AMA Supercross Champion
  • AMA Motocross National Champion
  • AMA Supercross Champion

James Stewart Jr. (born December 21, ) is an American former professional motocross and supercross racer, widely regarded as one of the most talented and dynamic riders in the history of the sport.

Known for his raw speed and innovative riding techniques, Stewart earned two AMA Supercross cc championships, three AMA Motocross cc championships, and two cc AMA Supercross titles. He also claimed victory in 50 premier class Supercross races, 6th in all-time cc supercross west class wins, 3rd in all-time supercross cc class wins, and 1st in all-time cc wins[1], placing him among the most successful riders of all time.[2]

Nicknamed "Bubba," Stewart revolutionized motocross with his aggressive riding style and groundbreaking "scrub" technique, which allowed him to clear jumps faster and with more precision than his competitors.[3] This innovation not only changed how the sport was raced but also became a signature move emulated by racers worldwide.

His contributions to the sport earned him the moniker "The Fastest Man on the Planet."[4]

Stewart's influence extended beyond the track, becoming the first African American rider to dominate motocross and supercross at the highest levels. His success and charisma helped expand the sport’s appeal to a broader audience.[5] He also starred in his own reality television series, Bubba’s World, which showcased his life and career, along with several video games such as James Stewart’s Motocross.

Since discontinuing racing in and formally retiring from professional racing in , Stewart remained relatively quiet in the industry, until returning to the sport as an on-camera commentator for the AMA Motocross and Supercross championships in [6][7]

Career

James Stewart Jr. was born on December 21, , in Bartow, Florida,[8] and began racing motocross under the guidance of his father at the age of four.

During his amateur career, Stewart achieved significant success, securing 84 race victories and 11 Loretta Lynn's Amateur National Championship titles between and [9]

Stewart turned professional in ,[10] joining Kawasaki and competing in the cc class of the AMA Western Regional Supercross Championship.

Stewart earned his first professional victory at round 2 of the series and would stay competitive through the entire series, coming short of the title by only 7 points.[9] In the AMA Motocross season, he demonstrated a commanding performance in the cc class, winning his debut race of the series at Glen Helen Raceway and securing the title after winning 10 of the series' 12 rounds.

In , he transitioned to the AMA cc West Supercross series, securing another championship and further cementing his dominance in the class. Following this, he introduced the "scrub" technique, an innovation that minimized airtime over jumps and became a foundational skill for riders at the elite level.

In , Stewart moved to the premier cc class with Kawasaki.

The transitional year brought Stewart his first Supercross premier class win in Texas in round 12, but also inconsistency due to crashes and injuries. Despite these challenges, he would finish the series 10th in point standings.

The and seasons saw Stewart achieve significant milestones. He won several rounds in the AMA Supercross series, finishing second overall behind Ricky Carmichael.

Later that year, he represented Team USA at the Motocross des Nations in Matterley Basin, England, alongside Ryan Villopoto and Ivan Tedesco. The team secured victory, with Stewart contributing strong performances in his motos. Stewart claimed his first AMA Supercross Championship in , winning 13 of 16 races during the season.

This achievement made him the first African American to win a major motocross or supercross title. However, injuries forced him to miss the outdoor motocross season.

In , after missing the entirety of the supercross season due to a torn ACL, Stewart achieved one of the rarest accomplishments in motocross history: a perfect season in the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

After recruiting Aldon Baker[11] to help him heal from the injury, he would go on to win all 24 motos in the cc class, joining Ricky Carmichael as the only riders to complete such a feat.[12] He also represented Team USA again at the Motocross des Nations, held at Donington Park in England, contributing to another team victory.

The season saw Stewart claim his second AMA Supercross Championship. Over the course of the season, he engaged in intense battles with close rival Chad Reed, ultimately landing four points ahead of Reed and winning 11 of 17 rounds to secure the title. This season in particular is remembered for the intensely competitive rivalry between Stewart and Reed.[13]

From onward, Stewart's career was marked by intermittent success.

He delivered strong performances, including race wins, but struggled with the new Yahama bike he had been assigned to ride in ,[14][15][16] eventually leading to his departure from Joe Gibbs Racing after only one year.[17][18] One day after announcing his split from JGRMX and Yamaha, Stewart signed to ride with Yoshimura Suzuki aboard their RMZ[19] In , he won multiple rounds in both supercross and motocross, though injuries continued to impact his results.

In , Stewart was suspended for 16 months for failing an anti-doping test after failing to submit the proper paperwork for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) for medically-prescribed Adderall.[20] As a result, he missed the entire season. Upon his return, Stewart competed sporadically but was unable to recapture his previous dominance due to ongoing injuries and the increasingly competitive field.

His final race would be on July 23, in Washougal, Washington, finishing 15th overall.[21]

On May 17, , Stewart announced his retirement in a video posted to YouTube.[22] "Where I'm at in my life, I think it's time to say I'm retiring. I've retired," he said in part.

"It's hard for sure, because I love racing and I love the fans, I love the opening ceremonies, I love the autograph lines, but I don't miss the sweat and tears and training and having to feel like you have to win every race and having to be James Stewart. I don't love doing that anymore."[23]

Other racing pursuits

Stewart made his X Games debut on July 30, at X Games XV, and placed second in the best whip competition with 21% of the votes, winning his first X Games medal.[24] He suffered a deep bruise to his bone and muscle in his left shoulder during seeding trials for SuperMoto on July 31, forcing him to drop out of the games.[25]

In October , Stewart signed to race for Joe Gibbs Racing, with a multiyear contract to run for JGRMX in motocross as well as plans to run NASCARstock car races in the K&N Pro Series East and Nationwide Series.[26] At the end of the supercross season, Stewart left Joe Gibbs Racing and JGRMX.

Stewart said that he would be open to racing with Gibbs in the future but stated that he wanted to get back to being competitive in motorcycle racing, and that a change was necessary.[27]

Other business ventures

On March 28, , Stewart's reality show Bubba's World debuted and ran 10 episodes.

The second season started in December, offered 13 episodes and concluded Feb. There has been no announcement about a third season.[28] In , the Bubba's World title transitioned from documenting the day to day life of Stewart into a podcast format discussing current events within motocross and supercross racing.[29]

Career results

AMA Motocross and Supercross

Year Rnd
1 		Rnd
2 		Rnd
3 		Rnd
4 		Rnd
5 		Rnd
6 		Rnd
7 		Rnd
8 		Rnd
9 		Rnd
10 		Rnd
11 		Rnd
12 		Rnd
13 		Rnd
14 		Rnd
15 		Rnd
16 		Rnd
17 		Average
Finish 		Podium
Percent 		Place
SX-W 2 1 2 1 11 - - - - - 10 - - 16 1 1 - 67% 2nd
MX 1 1 12 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - 83% 1st
SX-W 2 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - - - 1 1 21 - 89% 1st
MX OUT OUT OUT OUT 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - - % 3rd
SX-E - - - - - - 1 1 1 1 1 OUT 1 - - 1 - % 1st
MX 1 1 1 1 7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - 92% 1st
SX 5 OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 3 1 4 1 1 OUT - 67% 10th
MX 12 2 38 3 3 37 OUT OUT OUT 11 OUT OUT - - - - - 43% 10th
SX 1 3 3 1 8 1 17 3 2 6 1 1 1 2 1 1 - 81% 2nd
MX 1 39 4 OUT 2 40 3 1 4 2 2 1 - - - - - 64% 4th
SX 1 1 1 2 1 1 5 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - 94% 1st
MX 2 2 2 2 2 OUT 1 8 OUT OUT OUT OUT - - - - - 86% 7th
SX 2 1 OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT % 23rd
MX 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - % 1st
SX 19 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 7 1 2 1 1 2 1 3 88% 1st
MX OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT - - - - - OUT OUT OUT
SX 1 15 3 OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 67% 20th
MX OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 11 OUT OUT OUT - - - - - 0% 35th
SX 3 1 2 1 1 15 3 4 9 2 18 4 4 1 1 10 15 53% 4th
MX OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT - - - - - OUT OUT OUT
SX 6 8 3 1 2 15 6 3 5 1 OUT OUT 20 OUT OUT OUT OUT 45% 7th
MX 1 1 40 13 OUT 3 OUT OUT OUT 15 OUT OUT - - - - - 50% 12th
SX 8 7 12 19 4 4 20 1 2 8 3 7 19 18 OUT OUT OUT 21% 10th
MX 3 7 4 19 12 10 2 3 1 11 40 OUT - - - - - 36% 5th
SX 17 4 2 2 7 1 1 11 7 18 1 1 1 5 2 22 22 47% 4th
MX 6 4 2 1 8 13 16 OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 28% 9th
SX 40 OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 15 15 OUT OUT OUT - - - - - 0% 31st
  • 28 wins in / AMA Motocross
  • 18 wins in / AMA Supercross
  • 50 wins in AMA Supercross
  • 20 wins in / AMA Motocross
  • total AMA wins

Awards

Stewart won AMA Rookie of the Year.[30]

He was also named one of "20 Teens Who Will Change the World" in the April issue of Teen People magazine.[citation needed]

in , Stewart was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.[31]

Personal life

The younger brother to James Stewart Jr.

is fellow motocross racer Malcolm Stewart.

On March 28th, , Stewart was arrested for impersonating a police officer, after attempting to stop another vehicle containing two off-duty highway-patrol troopers using red and blue police-style flashing lights.[32] Stewart pled "no contest" and was sentenced to 75 hours of community service.[33]

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    James Stewart Jr. He also claimed victory in 50 premier class Supercross races, 6th in all-time cc supercross west class wins, 3rd in all-time supercross cc class wins, and 1st in all-time cc wins [ 1 ] , placing him among the most successful riders of all time. Nicknamed "Bubba," Stewart revolutionized motocross with his aggressive riding style and groundbreaking "scrub" technique, which allowed him to clear jumps faster and with more precision than his competitors. His contributions to the sport earned him the moniker "The Fastest Man on the Planet. Stewart's influence extended beyond the track, becoming the first African American rider to dominate motocross and supercross at the highest levels.

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