Caden Dudney Set for Supercross Debut at Arlington
Arlington, TX (February 18, 2026) – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing has confirmed that 16-year-old Caden Dudney will make his professional debut in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross series this Saturday at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. This appearance marks the beginning of the 250SX East Division season for Dudney, joining teammates Nate Thrasher, Cole Davies, and Pierce Brown.
Dudney has been a standout in the SMX Next class, recently finishing second in the Anaheim 2 SX SMX Next main event and triumphing at the Glendale SX SMX Next round. His ascent follows notable performances, including previous top five results and an overall 11th position at Unadilla during his initial pro motocross outing last year.
Wil Hahn, General Manager of the 250 Team, expressed confidence in Dudney’s readiness: “We’re really excited to see Caden make his debut this weekend and to see where he stacks up! He has put in all the work and is ready to go.”
Dudney shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Racing pro Supercross is something I have dreamt about since I was little. I feel confident in my abilities and am ready to begin this new chapter. I’m pumped my first race will be in Arlington!”
Dudney’s journey, including a solid performance in the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship where he earned the #82 plate for 2026, positions him as a promising talent in the competitive landscape of professional motocross.
