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Originally scheduled for June 26, the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series annual visit to Southwick is now set for July 10, making it the fifth round of the season.

The announcement comes on the heels of the latest update in COVID-19 restrictions from Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, with his decision to lift the state’s remaining restrictions, allowing the race to commence for the first time since 2019.

“We want to commend Rick Johnson, Keith Johnson, and the team at The Wick 338 for their resiliency over the past year,” said Roy Janson, Managing Director at MX Sports Pro Racing.

“They have faced quite a difficult task navigating the state’s mitigation strategies, but have remained steadfast in doing everything possible to successfully host the Southwick National for the 2021 season.”

With its new date on the calendar, the Southwick National will move from Round 4 of the season to Round 5, following the RedBud National over July 4th weekend.

The 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship will begin this weekend, Saturday, 29 May, with the Fox Raceway National in Pala, California.