CHASE SEXTON TO RED BULL KTM

Confirming what’s been the worst-kept secret in the industry for the best part of six months, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing has announced their biggest signing for 2024, Chase Sexton, the reigning AMA 450SX Champion.

At just 24 years old, Sexton is gearing up to defend his 2023 AMA Supercross Championship, and he’ll be doing it onboard the KTM 450SX-F Factory Edition when the gate drops at Anaheim 1 in January. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the career of Chase Sexton, as well as for the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team.

Sexton has made a multi-year commitment to KTM, which includes competing in the AMA Supercross Championship, the AMA Pro Motocross Championship, and the high-profile SMX Finals Series. As part of this fresh start, Sexton will be sporting a striking new single-digit career number, #4, but will first line up with the No.1 plate in his 450SX title defence.

Sexton’s career reached new heights in May of this year when he secured his first-career premier class Supercross Championship, thanks to six Main Event victories. He also achieved a respectable fourth place in the final 450MX standings, despite missing several rounds in the first half of the Outdoors season.

Following the inaugural SMX post-season playoffs, where he won the hybrid-type Charlotte event to kick off the playoffs, Sexton finished P3 overall. Once again, he proved himself as a legitimate title contender across all disciplines, taking the championship down to the wire.

Chase Sexton shared his excitement about joining Red Bull KTM Factory Racing: “I’m extremely excited to join the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing organisation. Not only is the equipment top-notch, but the team personnel and their drive to win is, too. From the first time I walked in those doors, Roger [De Coster], Ian [Harrison], the team, and the entire KTM company have been nothing but accommodating. I think we have a bright future together and I’m eager to get to work.”

Ian Harrison, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager, expressed his commitment to Chase’s success: “Our goal with Chase from the onset is to make him feel welcomed and truly at home with the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team. During these early days, we are working toward preparing a great race package for both Chase and the team to build from. I really think that we can deliver the full factory support system that he longs for and deserves, and I also feel strongly that Chase will continue to elevate the team and our riders to a stronger position. We look forward to being in the fight in 2024 and thank him for trusting in us.”

Roger De Coster, Director of Motorsports, North America, commended Chase Sexton’s progress and professionalism: “We are always watching and looking at riders progressing through their early years and Chase’s progress has been very impressive. I am impressed by his determination and tenacity on the track, as well as his professionalism in the way that he handles himself off the track, and our entire U.S. team is thrilled to have the opportunity to work and grow with Chase in the coming years. Our brand values align with those of Chase, so collectively we are really excited to see what the future has in store for both of us and what we can all achieve together.”

The competitive debut of Chase Sexton with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing is scheduled for Round 1 of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship. This round also marks the opening of the SMX season, and it’s set to take place in Anaheim, California, on Saturday, January 6. Get ready to witness an exhilarating new era in motocross with Chase Sexton and the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team.