Congratulations as Ken Roczem announces Long term contract commitment to the WSX Chapionship
In an exciting announcement today, Ken Roczen has confirmed his commitment to the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) until 2025. The German motocross star, already a key rider for the Dustin Pipes-led Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki team in the United States, will race under the Pipes Motorsports Group banner in the 2023 season, defending his 450cc World Title.
Roczen’s decision to continue in the WSX reflects his evolving focus on becoming a supercross specialist and helping grow the sport on a global scale. The 29-year-old has expressed his enthusiasm for the unique challenge the WSX offers, citing his positive experiences racing in Cardiff and Melbourne during the previous year as key factors in his decision to commit long-term to the series.
“Hungrier Than Ever” for Success
Roczen’s commitment to the WSX is a statement of his dedication to the sport, with the rider stating he is more motivated than ever to take the top step of the podium. 
The announcement also underscores Roczen’s belief in the importance of focusing on supercross to help grow the discipline worldwide. “For supercross to grow as a sport around the world, I think it’s really important that more riders focus solely on the discipline,” he said. “That’s why I’m concentrating on the World Supercross Championship and the AMA Supercross Championship in the coming years.”
Roczen’s confidence in his form is evident as he heads into the 2023 season, stating that his riding this year has been “as good as ever.” He’s eager to see how his performances will evolve as he devotes his efforts to supercross, a sport he has become synonymous with over the years.
A Strong Partnership with ECSTAR Suzuki
Roczen also expressed his pride in the progress made with the Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki team in the U.S. “I’m particularly proud of what we’ve achieved this year with the Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki Team,” he shared. “Dustin, Larry, and the whole team have put in a huge effort to make me as comfortable as I have been to race at the front all season long.”
The collaboration between Roczen and the Suzuki team has proven successful, and Roczen is eager to continue the momentum into the 2023 WSX season. The opportunity to compete for a World Supercross Title in his home country of Germany is especially significant for Roczen, who describes it as a dream come true.
A Major Step for the Sport
The confirmation of Roczen’s commitment to the WSX is not only a victory for the rider but a massive boost for the championship itself. SX Global CEO Adam Bailey emphasized the significance of this announcement for fans worldwide. “Supercross has an incredible following across the globe, and we know Ken is one of the most popular riders in the world,” said Bailey. “Having him commit to WSX for the next three years is a fantastic step towards our mission to build a truly global World Supercross Championship.”
Bailey’s excitement extends to the opportunity for fans in new regions to witness one of supercross’s biggest stars live in action. “There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing the enjoyment fans get from witnessing these incredible athletes race in person,” he added.
### Building on a Winning Formula
Dustin Pipes, Team Principal of Pipes Motorsports, spoke highly of Roczen’s professionalism and experience, qualities that have already been proven in their partnership in the U.S. “Ken is a champion in supercross both on and off the track,” said Pipes. “We’ve already seen what he can achieve with our team in the States, and that relationship now transfers to our World Supercross Championship team. We’re confident that Ken can deliver another World Title win, this time on a Suzuki, in 2023.”
As Roczen prepares to defend his title in the 2023 season, it is clear that his focus on the World Supercross Championship will elevate both his career and the sport on the global stage. Fans around the world can look forward to watching the talented German rider in action as he strives for victory and works to grow supercross into a truly international phenomenon.
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