Defending Pro Motocross champion Chase Sexton will sit out Round 2 of the 2025 season at the Hangtown Motocross Classic in Rancho Cordova, California, after sustaining injuries during the opening round at Fox Raceway.
In a social media update posted Thursday, Sexton addressed fans for the first time since his crash in Pala. “Sorry for being quiet and not giving an update sooner,” he wrote. “I had a big get-off last weekend for the kickoff to outdoors and am very sore and beat up—but nothing broken, so that’s a positive.”
Sexton confirmed that he will not race this weekend, stating his focus is on a full recovery before returning to the track. “Thanks to everyone in my corner and for all the kind messages. Good luck to my [KTM Factory Racing] teammates this weekend,” he added.
The injury occurred early in Moto 1 at Fox Raceway, where Sexton crashed and was unable to continue. He did not start Moto 2, leaving him without any points after the first round of the season.
Neither Sexton nor Red Bull KTM has announced a specific timeline for his return. However, with a sizable 298-point buffer over the SuperMotocross League’s 21st-place cutline, Sexton has some flexibility in his recovery. Still, missing the first two rounds puts a major dent in his hopes of defending the Pro Motocross title.
Fans will be watching closely for updates, but for now, Sexton’s focus remains on getting back to full strength.