We caught up with newly crowned SMX 250 Champion Jo Shimoda right after clinching the title to hear his side of the wild season finale. Shimoda details the intense battle with Haiden Deegan, including the aggressive games Deegan was playing that ultimately ended in a crash taking them both down—and breaking Deegan’s collarbone. Jo also breaks down what it means to finally lock down the championship, the ups and downs of the season, and where he goes from here. Don’t miss this raw and honest interview straight from the champ himself.
