Ricky Carmichael, American motocross racer

Richard Joseph Carmichael is an American former professional motocross and supercross racer. Carmichael won 15 AMA Motocross and Supercross championships, including a record-setting seven AMA Motocross 450cc championships and five AMA Supercross 450cc titles. He holds the record for the most overall motocross wins in AMA history and was twice undefeated in the outdoor motocross series. His dominance in the sport has earned him the nickname "The GOAT", standing for Greatest of All Time. He also represented Team USA in the Motocross des Nations three times, contributing to several victories.

Motocross is a form of off-road motorcycle racing held on enclosed off-road circuits. The sport evolved from motorcycle trials competitions held in the United Kingdom.