Breakingnews: Justin Barcia injured and out for the rest of the AMA Motocross season…
Justin Barcia, the renowned rider for the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing team, has been sidelined for the remainder of the 2025 AMA Motocross season due to a significant knee injury. The injury, sustained during the Supercross season, has been a persistent issue, affecting his performance and prompting the decision to focus on recovery. (Justin Barcia Reveals Los Angeles Injuries – ‘ Shit happens! ‘ – Motorcycle Sports, Barcia to Sit Out Remaining Three Supercross Races • Total Motorcycle)
Barcia’s knee troubles began before the Salt Lake City round of Supercross, where he experienced a torn/sprained MCL in one knee and bursitis with a minor meniscus tear in the other. Despite these setbacks, he continued to compete, achieving top-five finishes at Fox Raceway and Thunder Valley. However, the situation worsened at High Point Nationals, where swelling led to tendon issues, compelling him to take a break from racing . (Justin Barcia to miss at least three Pro Motocross rounds with knee injury – NBC Sports)
In a statement, Barcia expressed his frustration:“I’ve been dealing with some knee injuries since about the week before Salt Lake City, and I’ve been pushing through it. One knee has a torn/sprained MCL, and my other knee had bursitis, with a little bit of a tear in the meniscus – not too bad, nothing that requires surgery. Because of the swelling, two of my tendons finally let go at High Point…” (Justin Barcia to miss at least three Pro Motocross rounds with knee injury – NBC Sports)
He emphasized the importance of allowing his knees time to heal, aiming for a return at the Unadilla round . (Barcia to undergo surgery following Los Angeles crash – MotoOnline.com)
Despite the injury, Barcia’s dedication to the sport remained evident. He refrained from midweek riding, focusing on weekend races to maintain his presence and support his team and fans. His commitment was reflected in his standings, where he was eighth in Pro Motocross and sixth in SuperMotocross, with a 282-point lead over 21st place . (Justin Barcia to miss at least three Pro Motocross rounds with knee injury – NBC Sports)
Barcia’s decision to sit out the remaining rounds was made in consultation with his team and medical professionals. The goal is to ensure a full recovery without the need for surgery, allowing him to return to competitive racing with renewed strength and health. (Barcia to Sit Out Remaining Three Supercross Races • Total Motorcycle)
Fans and fellow competitors have expressed their support for Barcia during this challenging time. His resilience and determination have been a source of inspiration, and many look forward to his comeback in future seasons.
As Barcia focuses on his rehabilitation, the motocross community eagerly anticipates his return to the track, hopeful for his swift recovery and eventual return to form.