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We Talk with Dylan Wright for Week #9 of the DMX Frid'Eh Update

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Dylan Wright opens up about his rotator cuff injury and why he came back to race early last season.
The episode features an interview with Dylan Wright, a professional motocross racer, conducted by host Billy. Dylan is at the Tampa airport, traveling to the Montreal motorcycle show for Honda dealer events. He explains his role as a brand ambassador, aiming to grow the sport by directing fans to local tracks like Gopher Dunes. Dylan discusses his offseason, including training in Florida and a week in North Carolina with Ryder McNabb. He details his recovery from a rotator cuff injury sustained in a crash last summer, noting it was his first major injury in 12 years. Dylan talks about his motivation to return early to racing, driven by a desire to stay in the championship. He addresses his relationship with rival Jess Pettis, highlighting maturity and collaboration off the track. Dylan comments on the Canadian Nationals schedule, expressing concern about limited rounds in the West but optimism for Quebec events. He shares personal details, such as being bilingual and growing up playing hockey before choosing motocross. Dylan reveals his bucket list includes racing a full AMA Outdoor Series, A1, and Daytona before retiring. He discusses training changes as he ages, incorporating activities like tennis and pickleball. The episode ends with Dylan promoting his podcast, Off the Gate Pod, and discussing winter conditions in Canada.

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Dylan Wright's number nine update blends airport travel, racing rivalry, schedule talk, and Canadian snow.

Career number nine gives this Friday update an easy hook for Dylan Wright, but the chat soon moves past the Beatles gag. Wright is at Tampa airport on his way to Montreal for Honda dealer work and a motorcycle show, and that travel detail sets a loose, in-motion tone.

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You get Dylan Wright at the Tampa airport, flying toward Montreal with motorcycle-show duties ahead and a number-one plate still in the conversation.

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