Atlanta, GA – Red Bull KTM Factory rider Ryan Dungey finished sixth overall after a rough start at the eighth round of the Monster Energy Supercross Series, an FIM World Championship.
Dungey was placed in 450SX heat number one where he earned a fifth place start. Dungey caught Mike Alessi and made a pass for fourth on the fifth lap of the race. On the final lap Dungey suffered a small crash and lost a few positions. He recovered in seventh position which is where he finished earning a transfer spot to the main event.
When the gate dropped for the main event, Dungey jumped out to a top ten start. He was sitting in seventh after the first few corners. On the sixth lap of the race he made a pass to take over sixth position. He quickly reeled in the fifth place ride of Trey Canard and the two battled for that spot for the remainder of the race. Unfortunately, Dungey was unable to make the pass and had to settle for sixth place.
“Unfortunately, I didn’t get the best start and I wasn’t able to put myself in the best position for the overall tonight. I am definitely disappointed in my result tonight but I know what to work on and will come back stronger for St. Louis,” stated Dungey.
Next Event: St. Louis, MO – March 2, 2013
Overall Results 450SX Class:
1. James Stewart
2. Ryan Villopoto
3. Davi Millsaps
4. Justin Barcia
5. Trey Canard
6. Ryan Dungey – KTM
7. Eli Tomac
8. Jake Weimer
9. Chad Reed
10. Mike Alessi
11. Matt Goerke – KTM
12. Broc Tickle
13. Justin Brayton
14. Andrew Short – KTM
15. PJ Larsen
16. Josh Hill
17. Chris Blose
18. Les Smith – KTM
19. Jimmy Albertson
20. Bobby Kiniry
Overall Point Standings 450SX Class:
1. Davi Millsaps – 174
2. Ryan Villopoto – 152
3. Ryan Dungey – 148