Recent Injuries Impacting Competitors in the Supercross Circuit
The 2023 Supercross season has seen a significant number of injuries affecting several key riders. Here’s a comprehensive update on their statuses:
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Kyle Karnow underwent surgery after suffering a broken collarbone, several rib fractures, and tearing his coracoclavicular ligament during a race in San Diego. He is expected to be sidelined for weeks but aims to be present for the Daytona event.
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Hunter Lawrence is recuperating from a fractured foot and ankle, sustained shortly before the season. He is projected to be out for approximately three months.
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Dylan Miller faces a more serious situation with a concussion, alongside compound fractures in his radius and ulna, and a spiral fracture in his right tibia sustained in Glendale. His return remains uncertain.
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Broc Oldenburg is out for the entire Supercross season after suffering a concussion and a broken left arm during qualifying in San Diego.
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Jett Lawrence reported shoulder issues due to swelling and irritation from a qualifying incident in Seattle. He missed the Arlington race and will also be unavailable for Daytona.
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Joey Savatgy is racing through adversity, having broken his left toe in Houston, stating he does not plan to miss any upcoming races.
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Mitchell Cochran broke his collarbone while training at Baker’s Factory, with an unspecified timeline for his return.
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Dylan Linville is hopeful for a late-season comeback, having sustained five broken ribs, a grade three laceration to his liver, and a small collapsed lung during preseason preparations.
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Zeb Beaumer is out for the entirety of the Supercross season due to a burst fracture of the L3 vertebra from injuries incurred in last year’s SMX Playoffs.
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Mason Bourdon suffered multiple fractures and ligament damage in both wrists while practicing prior to the Glendale race.
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Keenan Chambers is currently sidelined with a broken wrist also acquired during practice.
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Tyler Freehill dislocated his wrist during a heat race at A2 and has not competed since.
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Mason Hymas is recovering from a dislocated left shoulder resulting from a first-turn pileup during A2.
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Cody Schwartz sustained a broken rib and two broken vertebrae in qualifying at Houston.
The 250SX West Division will resume competition on March 21 in Birmingham, Alabama, featuring a 250SX East/West Showdown format, marking an opportunity for riders to recover or regroup amidst these challenges.
