Ken Roczen maintains approach ahead of final SMX rounds in California
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Ken Roczen finished second overall in the first round of the 2026 SMX Playoffs, moving from 11th to fourth in the standings. Despite this progress, Roczen insists his attitude has not changed; he continues to race as if there is no championship at stake. He expressed a different perspective on confidence, stating he aims to show up and deliver his best regardless of past championship wins. The second round of the playoffs is set to take place at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
- •Roczen finished second overall in SMX Playoff Round 1.
- •He moved from 11th to fourth in the standings.
- •Roczen emphasizes competition over championship pressure.
- •The next round is at Dignity Health Sports Park in California.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Nothing will change for Ken Roczen in last two SMX rounds
"Ken Roczen finished second in both motos and second overall in Columbus, but it's still business as usual for the Supercross champ.
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