In a tragic turn of events, motocross superstar Ken Roczen has announced his retirement from professional racing after a severe ankle injury sustained during a midweek practice session. This injury, which occurred just days before the Denver round of the 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, has effectively ended his season and, as per recent reports, his illustrious career.([Suzuki Cycles][1])
Roczen, who had been managing shoulder and ankle injuries throughout the season, suffered significant further damage to his right ankle during training. Medical evaluations confirmed a torn ligament, necessitating surgery and a prolonged recovery period. As a result, he will miss the final two rounds of the Supercross season and is expected to retire from racing altogether. ([MX Vice][2], [MotoOnline.com][3], [Monster Energy AMA Supercross][4])
The news has sent shockwaves through the motocross community. Roczen, known for his resilience and determination, had been a fan favorite and a formidable competitor. His decision to retire marks the end of an era in motocross. Teammates, competitors, and fans alike have expressed their support and admiration for Roczen’s contributions to the sport.
As Roczen embarks on his recovery journey, the motocross world reflects on his remarkable career and the indelible impact he has had on the sport. His legacy will undoubtedly inspire future generations of riders.
* [motocross.com](https://motocross.com/news/injury-report-ken-roczen?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [| The Home of Motocross News](https://dirtbikelover.com/video-ken-roczen-huge-crash-after-collision-with-jeremy-hand-at-tampa/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [GateDrop.com](https://gatedrop.com/video-ken-roczen-crash-injured/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
[1]: https://suzukicycles.com/news/2025/03/suzukis-ken-roczen-delivers-top-five-result-at-seattle-supercross?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Suzuki Cycles – Suzuki’s Ken Roczen Delivers Top-Five Result at Seattle Supercross”
[2]: https://mxvice.com/2025/05/02/ken-roczen-to-miss-remaining-supercross-rounds/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “KEN ROCZEN TO MISS REMAINING SUPERCROSS ROUNDS – MX Vice”
[3]: https://www.motoonline.com/2025/05/02/escalating-ankle-injury-ends-roczens-supercross-season/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Escalating ankle injury ends Roczen’s Supercross season – MotoOnline.com”
[4]: https://www.supercrosslive.com/news/ken-roczen-out-for-remainder-of-2025-monster-energy-supercross-season/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Ken Roczen Out for Remainder of 2025 Monster Energy Supercross Season | News | Monster Energy AMA Supercross”