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Kawasaki Confirms Aidan Zingg’s Death After Mammoth Mountain Crash

His tragic death has prompted widespread tributes across the motocross community, accompanied by renewed calls for stronger on-track safety measures.

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Aidan Zingg, a 16-year-old rising motocross star, died after a mid-race crash in California.
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Overview

  • Zingg crashed in a corner during the June 28 Mammoth Mountain MX race, was struck by following riders and remained unconscious for two laps before officials halted the event.
  • Kawasaki Racing announced on June 29 that Team Green prospect Aidan Zingg succumbed to fatal injuries sustained in the accident.
  • At 16, Zingg had won the 2023 AMA Amateur National Championship and the 2024 Supermini 2 title before joining Kawasaki’s development program for the 2025 season.
  • Journalist Donn Maeda, veteran rider Kris Keefer and Racer X Illustrated shared online tributes, praising Zingg’s humility, technical skill and bright personality.
  • The motocross community is calling for improved safety protocols at major events, mobilizing support for the Zingg family as it awaits further updates from race organizers.