GLENDALE WIN PUTS HUNTER LAWRENCE ON TOP

Honda’s Hunter Lawrence took over the series lead at the latest round of the AMA Supercross Championships at Glendale and the Americans must be wondering what they can do about the Aussie onslaught.

Lawrence – whose younger brother Jett Lawrence holds the title from 2025 but is currently on the injured list – earned his career-first 450SX red plate as the riders now head to Seattle for round six.

In front of a record-breaking crowd in Glendale, Arizona, for round five of AMA Supercross, the premier-class main event delivered high drama in the championship fight.

Hunter Lawrence powered to a strong second-place finish – his fourth runner-up result in a row – and, for the first time in his 450SX career, took possession of the red plate that goes to the championship leader.

The 450SX main event saw the Honda HRC Progressive rider launch from the gate in third, but he wasted no time charging forward, taking over the lead on the opening lap. Lawrence set the pace for several laps before being overtaken by German Suzuki rider Ken Roczen, at which point he settled into a consistent rhythm and maintained a comfortable gap over third place.

A signature late-race surge wasn’t enough for the Australian to reach Roczen, and Lawrence crossed the chequered flag in second place.

With championship rival Eli Tomac (KTM) involved in a first-lap incident and finishing 12th, Lawrence now leads the 450SX championship standings by five points over Roczen, marking an important milestone in his career and strengthening his position in the championship fight.

Next up for the riders is AMA Supercross round six this weekend in Seattle.

Photo courtesy Honda

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