In a heartfelt tribute, Alexandria Zingg, sister of rising motocross star Aidan Zingg, shared her grief on social media following her brother’s untimely death at the age of 16. The young athlete reportedly lost his life during a mid-race accident at the 2025 Mammoth Motocross event in Mammoth Lakes, California, on June 28.
Alexandria, 18, took to Instagram to post a series of photos celebrating their bond, showcasing moments from their childhood and Aidan in his motocross gear. Her emotional caption conveyed the depth of her loss: “The things I could say. The stories I could tell. It’s been a day and I feel like it’s been a lifetime. My heart is completely broken.” She reminisced about their playful banter, recalling how they used to joke about who would pass away first. “Now I’m sitting here wishing with everything that I am that you were right so I’d never have to live a day without you,” she wrote.
Reports indicate that Aidan suffered fatal injuries during the race, where he reportedly went down in a corner and was run over by multiple bikes. According to motocross journalist Donn Maeda, Aidan was unconscious on the track for two laps before the race was halted. “My heart goes out to the Zingg family. I can’t even fathom what they’re feeling. Rest easy, buddy,” Maeda expressed on social media.
In her tribute, Alexandria expressed her uncertainty about life without her brother. “I have no idea what today, tomorrow, or the rest of my life looks like without you in it. I had everything planned. God had a different plan. I’ll forever find myself longing for that last hug, that last ‘I love you’ that I never got. You are a light. The vibrancy to every color in my world,” she wrote.
The motocross community has rallied around the Zingg family during this tragic time. Alexandria’s post continued with a promise to honor her brother’s legacy: “I will forever see you in everything I do. Every time I step into the show pen it will be for you. I will work twice as hard, be twice as good, shine twice as bright, and it will never fill the space you’ve left but I will do my best to pick up where you left off.”
Her emotional farewell concluded with a poignant message: “I could write a thousand more things to you, but I’ll save them for my prayers. I love you so much it’s unreal. Fly high but don’t go too far. I love love love you bud. #rideforaidan #aidanzingg #rideforaidan39.”
As the Zingg family navigates this unimaginable loss, tributes from fans and fellow athletes continue to pour in, celebrating Aidan’s vibrant spirit and promising future in motocross. The community remembers him not just as a competitor but as a beloved brother and friend whose light will continue to shine in the hearts of those who knew him.
The cause of Aidan’s death is still under investigation, and the Mammoth Lakes Police Department has been contacted for further comments. In this time of sorrow, Alexandria’s tribute serves as a reminder of the profound impact Aidan had on those around him and the legacy he leaves behind.