Sexton, Kitchen, McAdoo and Marchbanks on Denver

Levi Kitchen made a strong comeback at Round 16 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship in Denver, securing a podium finish after a period away from racing due to a back injury. The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider had only resumed training earlier in the week, making his return to competition a last-minute decision. Despite the challenging track conditions, Kitchen managed to hold second place during the main event and maintained consistent lap times, ultimately finishing on the podium and expressing relief at his improved physical condition ahead of the upcoming outdoor season. Cameron McAdoo also returned to racing after an injury sustained in Seattle at Round 6, though his night proved more difficult. The Kawasaki rider faced early setbacks and had to progress through the Last Chance Qualifier, which left him battling from the back of the pack in the main race. Despite these challenges, McAdoo remained positive about regaining race fitness and completing a full race day, focusing on incremental progress as he aims to regain his competitive edge. Chase Sexton and Garrett Marchbanks delivered solid performances for Monster Energy Kawasaki, finishing fifth and seventh respectively. Sexton highlighted his strong qualifying pace and a challenging main event where he recovered from a poor start to climb through the field, benefiting from some rivals’ mistakes in the closing laps. Marchbanks noted the importance of adapting to track changes between qualifying and racing, and praised the consistency of his bike, which allowed him to maintain a steady pace and secure a top-ten finish. The results in Denver provide a promising outlook for the Monster Energy Kawasaki team as they prepare for the final rounds of the Supercross season and the transition to outdoor racing. Kitchen’s recovery and podium return are particularly encouraging, while Sexton and Marchbanks continue to build momentum with consistent finishes. McAdoo’s return, though modest in terms of results, marks a crucial step in his rehabilitation and race readiness. The team now looks ahead to Salt Lake City with renewed confidence and determination to finish the season strongly.