The 2026 AMA Supercross Championship wrapped up with an exciting finale in Salt Lake City as Chase Sexton claimed victory in the 450SX Main Event. Riding for Kawasaki, Sexton delivered one of his strongest performances of the season to finish ahead of Justin Cooper and Jorge Prado in a thrilling season-ending showdown.
The final round attracted huge attention from motocross and Supercross fans as top riders battled under pressure on a demanding Salt Lake City track. With technical rhythm sections, difficult corners, and deep ruts developing throughout the race, consistency became the key factor in securing a strong finish.
AMA Supercross 2026 Salt Lake City 450SX Main Event Results
| Pos. | Rider | Bike | Time/Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chase Sexton | Kawasaki | 25 Laps |
| 2 | Justin Cooper | Yamaha | +2.096 |
| 3 | Jorge Prado | KTM | +3.309 |
| 4 | Cooper Webb | Yamaha | +3.920 |
| 5 | Ken Roczen | Suzuki | +10.162 |
| 6 | Justin Hill | KTM | +14.263 |
| 7 | Hunter Lawrence | Honda | +15.816 |
| 8 | Malcolm Stewart | Husqvarna | +22.815 |
| 9 | Christian Craig | Honda | +29.414 |
| 10 | Dean Wilson | Honda | +34.196 |
| 11 | Dylan Ferrandis | Ducati | +35.880 |
| 12 | Garrett Marchbanks | Kawasaki | +40.521 |
| 13 | Shane McElrath | Honda | +44.002 |
| 14 | Colt Nichols | Suzuki | 1 Lap |
| 15 | Justin Barcia | Ducati | 1 Lap |
| 16 | Mitchell Harrison | Kawasaki | 1 Lap |
| 17 | Grant Harlan | KTM | 1 Lap |
| 18 | Vince Friese | Kawasaki | 1 Lap |
| 19 | Cade Clason | Kawasaki | 1 Lap |
| 20 | Cole Thompson | Yamaha | 1 Lap |
| 21 | Tristan Lane | Yamaha | 3 Laps |
| 22 | Jordon Smith | Triumph | 20 Laps |
Chase Sexton Dominates the Salt Lake City Supercross Finale
From the opening laps, Chase Sexton looked fast and confident aboard his Kawasaki machine. He quickly established control of the race and maintained a smooth rhythm across all 25 laps. Sexton’s aggressive riding style and clean execution helped him create enough separation to secure the victory.
Justin Cooper pushed hard throughout the main event and kept the pressure on Sexton late in the race. The Yamaha rider crossed the finish line just over two seconds behind the leader to earn an impressive second-place finish.
KTM rider Jorge Prado completed the podium in third place after another strong and consistent performance. Prado continued showing excellent speed during the closing rounds of the championship and finished the season on a high note.
Cooper Webb and Ken Roczen Finish Inside the Top Five
Defending champion Cooper Webb narrowly missed the podium after finishing fourth for Yamaha. Webb remained competitive during the entire race but was unable to close the gap to the top three riders during the final laps.
Ken Roczen secured another solid result for Suzuki by finishing fifth overall. Roczen maintained steady pace throughout the event and once again proved why he remains one of the most experienced riders in the Supercross paddock.
Honda and Ducati Riders Show Strong Effort
Honda riders also delivered respectable performances in the Salt Lake City finale. Hunter Lawrence finished seventh, while Dean Wilson completed the race inside the top ten.
ucati continued gaining valuable Supercross experience with Dylan Ferrandis and Justin Barcia both competing hard in the challenging conditions. The team showed progress as the season came to a close.
Final Thoughts on AMA Supercross 2026 Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake City finale delivered an exciting conclusion to the 2026 AMA Supercross season. Chase Sexton’s dominant ride highlighted his incredible form and gave Kawasaki a memorable victory to close the championship.
With intense battles across the field, impressive performances from rising stars, and strong competition among manufacturers, the 2026 season once again proved why AMA Supercross remains one of the most exciting motorsports series in the world.