Travis Pastrana
Motorcycle racer and stunt performer
Born
October 8th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished motorcycle racer and stunt performer, excelled in motocross and supercross competitions. Achieved multiple championships in the AMA Motocross Championship and earned a gold medal at the X Games. Transitioned to rally racing, securing wins in the Global RallyCross Championship. Known for spectacular stunts, including jump sequences seen in films and television, particularly the Nitro Circus series.
Won multiple AMA Motocross Championships
Earned gold medals at the X Games
Secured victories in Global RallyCross Championship
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