Jason Anderson dominates Houston Supercross
By Press Release on 14th Jan 18
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racings Jason Anderson wasted no time in taking a massive, come from behind main event win and, with it, the points lead and red plate!
From the very first lap of the day, Anderson was in the zone and rolled on his own momentum all night long riding with the perfect mix of raw speed and control.
With 450 teammate Dean Wilson forced to sit out the night due to lingering pain from his Anaheim crash, Anderson stole the show and notched his second career victory in Houstons NRG Stadium.
Jason Anderson
After posting the fastest qualifying time of the day, Anderson pulled the holeshot in his heat and dominated the remainder of the race to earn his second consecutive heat race victory.
He was fifth at the start of the 450 Main Event and quickly moved to fourth. He made the move for third around Weston Peick at the end of the first lap and kept digging to the front.
He inched closer to second-place rider, Justin Barcia, found some great lines, then took advantage of a mistake made by Barcia to make the pass for second.
He then went on a charge and set his sights on the lead. He patiently waited for his opportunity to strike, then made a successful pass through the rhythm section using an alternate line to take over the lead with just over five minutes remaining.
Houston was probably the most perfect day Ive ever had in my career, said Anderson. I won every time I was on the track - both practices, heat race and main. It was a battle, but it was awesome. Im in the zone but, at the same time, I dont want to get ahead of myself. I feel good and Im in a good spot.
More like this…
Dean Wilson talks about being sidelined for Supercross
Super Scot Dean Wilson opted to sit out the Houston round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross series after injuring his shoulder at the opening round
Malcolm Stewart to fill-in for injured Bogle at Houston Supercross
Malcolm Stewart will fill-in for injured Justin Bogle on the Autotrader/ Yoshimura/ Suzuki Factory Racing Team at Houston, Texas
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna extends Jason Anderson's contract
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing have announced a four-year contract extension for Jason Anderson