Nitrocross announced that action sports icon Brian Deegan will join the Group E field at its upcoming November 10-11 Phoenix doubleheader.
He will pilot the Dreyer & Reinbold JC #38 1,000+ hp-equivalent FC1-X, the fastest electric vehicle in racing. This will bring Deegan’s remarkable talent and racing expertise to Nitrocross’ marquee top class for the first time.
Deegan, a household name in the action sports world, has spent his career pushing the limits of what is possible in freestyle motocross, rallycross, and off-road racing. With a decorated career spanning decades, Deegan is known for his fearless approach and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making him a natural fit for the electrifying world of Nitrocross. He has consistently demonstrated his exceptional driving skills across multiple different disciplines and is excited to make his Nitrocross Group E debut with the Dreyer & Reinbold Racing roster.
Deegan said:
I’m really looking forward to this new challenge. Nitrocross is a whole different animal, but I love pushing my limits and trying new things. Dreyer & Reinbold Racing has a strong track record winning the team championship along with going 1-2-3 in the driver’s championships, and I believe this partnership will be a winning one.
Deegan, who has prior experience in Nitrocross’ Side-by-Sides division, is now stepping up to race in its Group E top class, where he will face off against the world’s best in rallycross. The stacked field includes Deegan’s longtime rival Travis Pastrana (USA), who topped the Round Two podium in Utah.
Reigning 2022-23 champion, and Round Three winner, Robin Larsson (SWE) is also confirmed, along with European rallycross champion Andreas Bakkerud (NOR), last season’s runner-up, as well as Round One winner Fraser McConnell (JAM) and current standings leader Kevin Eriksson (SWE).
Rounding out the Group E field is Benito Guerra (MEX), a versatile driver with experience in WRC and Race of Champions, along with Oliver Eriksson (SWE), Conner Martell (USA), and Oliver Bennett (GBR).
Nitrocross 2023/24 PHX Round 4-5: Group E Entry List
| Driver Name | Vehicle # | Nationality | Team |
| Andreas Bakkerud | 13 | NOR | DRR JC |
| Oliver Bennett | 42 | GBR | XITE Energy Racing |
| Brian Deegan | 38 | USA | DRR JC |
| Kevin Eriksson | 23 | SWE | OMSE |
| Oliver Eriksson | 16 | SWE | OMSE |
| Benito Guerra | 71 | MEX | OMSE |
| Robin Larsson | 4 | SWE | DRR JC |
| Conner Martell | 21 | USA | Vermont SportsCar |
| Fraser McConnell | 35 | JAM | DRR |
| Travis Pastrana | 199 | USA | Vermont SportsCar |
*New driver just added in bold
Nitrocross’ Group E Top Class Will Bring Sky-Touching Action to Phoenix Nov 10-11
In addition to Group E, Phoenix fans will see rising star Lia Block, daughter of the late Ken Block, as a younger generation gets ready to step up onto the big stage in NEXT, Nitrocross’ developmental class. Lia is already making a name for herself: she also competes in Extreme E, drove in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and is an ARA titleholder. But she has her sights set on winning a trophy in Phoenix.
Source: Nitrocross
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