Chase Sexton Withdraws from Daytona Supercross Due to Injury
In a significant setback for Monster Energy Kawasaki, Chase Sexton has been ruled out of this weekend’s Daytona Supercross following a crash during practice. The 2023 AMA Supercross championship contender is dealing with injuries to his lower back and hip.
The Kawasaki team announced Sexton’s withdrawal via a public statement: “🚨 Rider Update 🚨 Monster Energy Kawasaki rider @chasesexton will miss Round 8 of @supercrosslive due to injuries to his hip and lower back sustained while prepping for Daytona. Stay tuned for updates on Chase and his return to racing.”
Sexton, known for his resilience and competitive spirit, rarely misses events in the highly demanding Supercross series. This unexpected absence underscores the physical toll of the sport and the importance of rider health in the championship race. Further updates from Kawasaki are anticipated as they monitor Sexton’s recovery.
