SAD NEWS : Ken Roczen undergoing medical attention after a …

 

Ken Roczen Forced to Step Back as Injuries Mount

 

In yet another tough blow, 2025 AMA Supercross standout Ken Roczen has once again found himself sidelined following an ankle injury during midweek practice — a setback on top of an already injured shoulder ([suzukicycles.com][1]).

 

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### 🩹 What happened

 

* **Additional ankle damage**: Practicing ahead of the Denver round, Roczen worsened his right ankle that had previously been hurt during the season. Medical assessments revealed a **torn ligament**, making surgery imperative ([suzukicycles.com][1]).

* **Multiple injuries in play**: He has been competing through a **separated AC joint** in his shoulder — notably incurred in a press-day crash before the Birmingham event — and says he has ridden “with nearly completely torn ligaments” yet still managed top-five finishes ([motoonline.com][2]).

 

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### 🔁 Impact on the season

 

* **Last two rounds missed**: With the torn ankle ligament confirmed, Roczen is out for Denver and Salt Lake City — the final two rounds of the Supercross season ([supercrosslive.com][3]).

* **Supporting the team**: Sitting third in the 450SX standings, he admits it’s painful to step away but is directing focus toward recovery and supporting Suzuki’s riders Colt Nichols and Kyle Chisholm through the finish ([supercrosslive.com][3]).

 

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### 🗣️ Statements from the paddock

 

* **Roczen**: “It’s tough to step away with just two rounds remaining… but with the new injury, I need to prioritize long-term health and recovery… I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished so far.” ([supercrosslive.com][3])

* **Larry Brooks, Team Manager**: “Ken has been pushing through a lot of adversity this season. He’s been incredibly tough and focused… This new development is unfortunate, but we support him fully in taking the necessary steps to heal properly.” ([suzukicycles.com][1])

 

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### 📈 Looking back at his grit

 

* Despite injuries, Roczen secured eight top-five results in the first 10 rounds — including a gritty fifth at Birmingham’s Triple Crown and fourth at Seattle — a testament to his determination ([mxvice.com][4]).

* Known for his resilience, he’s historically battled through tough injuries — from major arm and hand breakages in previous seasons — making him one of the sport’s most tenacious riders .

 

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### 🏥 What’s next

 

* **Surgery and rehab**: Roczen will undergo surgery on his right ankle shortly. Recovery is expected to take around **eight weeks**, meaning he’ll miss the start of the outdoor Pro Motocross season and could also miss early SuperMotocross World rounds ([nbcsports.com][5]).

* **Road to return**: The timeline hinges on his recovery pace post-surgery. His priority now is healing, then rebuilding in time for next year’s Supercross and outdoor motocross calendar.

 

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### 🧠 Final thoughts

 

Ken Roczen’s 2025 season has been a courageous battle, marked by his ability to compete at the top even while bearing serious injuries. While it’s heartbreaking to see him pull out late in the season, following his body’s signals and focusing on long-term health is the wise path forward. Fans worldwide will be cheering as he begins rehabilitation and aims for a full comeback next year.

 

Wishing Ken a successful surgery and a strong, complete recovery — motocross just isn’t the same without him in the gate