Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing‘s Cooper Webb emerged victorious at the Detroit Supercross inside Ford Field, securing his first win of the 2025 season in a thrilling showdown. The victory propelled Webb into a championship tie with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton just six rounds into the 17-round Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. Meanwhile, in the 250SX Class, Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Levi Kitchen capitalized on a late-race restart to claim his first win of the season.
Webb Outduels Roczen for First 450SX Win of 2025
The 450SX Main Event was an intense battle from start to finish. Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki’s Ken Roczen took the early lead and fended off multiple attacks from Webb throughout the race. However, with just minutes remaining, Webb made his move and took control. Roczen held strong for second, while Chase Sexton—despite a disastrous start that saw him stuck at the gate and crashing on the opening lap—blitzed his way through the field to finish third. Sexton retains the red plate but is now in a championship tie with Webb in both the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the SMX World Championship™.
450SX Rider Reactions:
“By lap three, when I got around Aaron [Plessinger] and was with Kenny, I knew we were in for a good battle. He was riding well, and I was trying hard. He picked up some of my lines, but I stayed patient. It feels amazing to get that first win and take the red plate.”
Cooper Webb:
“It was a fun race… I kept my cool even though he was revving behind me. I know the stigma of battling with Webb and him getting me at the end, but I stayed focused. We only gained two points in the championship, but I’m happy with a podium and how we’re executing our game plan.”
Ken Roczen:
“I was dead last, and I was like, ‘Well, time to send it!’ I felt like I rode my best race of the season despite the circumstances. Smashing the whoops felt great. I’m looking forward to keeping the momentum going.”
Chase Sexton:
Levi Kitchen Steals 250SX Victory After Late-Race Restart
The 250SX Class saw its own drama unfold when a red flag forced a late-race restart, changing the dynamics of the battle up front. Max Anstie, last week’s winner, had built a comfortable lead before the race was paused. The staggered restart allowed Kitchen—who was seven seconds behind at the time—to regroup and take the lead just two laps before the checkered flag. Anstie settled for second, while Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire overcame a fall to claim third place.
250SX Rider Reactions:
“Max was so good in the beginning… but the red flag gave me a reset. I knew I had two laps to send it, so I treated it like a sprint at Sandbox [Training Facility] and made the pass stick. It feels great to bounce back after last weekend.”
Levi Kitchen:
“That red flag threw a spanner into the plan. I was literally cruising the last two laps, thinking I had it in the bag, but the restart changed everything. Still, I’m solid, I feel great, and I know we’re in a good spot for the season.”
Max Anstie:
“We needed this podium after last weekend’s disaster. We finally found a great setting, and that was the best I felt all day. I played it smart on the restart—no need to throw it away.”
RJ Hampshire:
Next Stop: Arlington Supercross & the Return of the 250SX West Division
The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship heads to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, for Round 7 on 22 February. The event will feature the Military Appreciation theme and the return of the Western Divisional 250SX Class. Both classes will face their second Triple Crown-format event of the season, adding even more unpredictability to the championship race.
Stay tuned for more Supercross coverage, results, and rider insights as the battle for the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship continues!
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