X Games: Nate Adams takes charge in Moto X Freestyle

Nate Adams not only advanced to the Moto X Freestyle finals, but he completely dominated the Friday afternoon elimination round.

Adams, last year’s bronze medalist, tallied the three highest runs among the eight competitors, even though only two count toward a rider’s final score. His opening runs of 45 and 43 –- followed by another run tallying 43 points –- gave him a final score of 88 points.

Joining Adams in the finals will be Adam Jones (83 points), Danny Torres (82) and Taka Higashino (76).

The eight competitors split into two heats. Each rider took three 60-second runs, and his top two scores counted toward his total. Scores are based on overall impression, tricks, execution, style, use of the course and landings.

The Moto X Freestyle finals begin tonight at 5:45.

-- Douglas Farmer