Seattle Supercross Recap: Key Incidents and Impressive Performances
In a tense 450SX main event at the Seattle Supercross, Hunter Lawrence faced a pivotal moment that marred his race. Notably, Lawrence attempted an innovative inside line through the sand section, cutting significant track distance. However, a misjudgment led to contact with Ken Roczen, resulting in both riders crashing.
Lawrence’s unique approach involved launching over a whoop to the outside berm; however, he underestimated the gap to Roczen, leading to a collision as both riders entered the outside simultaneously. Racing dynamics proved crucial here—had Lawrence been closer to Roczen entering the corner, a smoother pass might have been possible. Reflecting on the incident, Lawrence acknowledged his miscalculation, emphasizing that it was an attempt to pass, not an intentional takeout.
On a more positive note, Cooper Webb delivered one of his strongest performances of the season, finishing in second place. Webb’s proficiency on the Seattle track is well-documented; he excels on slower, technically demanding circuits that favor inside lines. The deteriorating whoops provided him the choice of blitzing or jumping, showcasing his adaptability.
In summary, Seattle highlighted both mishaps and mastery, with crucial lessons in racing strategy and execution on display.
