Cooper Webb

Cooper Webb (born November 10, 1995) is an American professional motocross and supercross racer. He has competed in the AMA Supercross and Motocross Championships since 2013. Webb is a three-time 450cc AMA Supercross Champion, a two-time 250cc AMA Supercross West Champion and a 250cc AMA Motocross Champion.

Ricky Carmichael has described him as "a warrior and a fighter". He runs plate number 2 shared by other notables such as Jeremy McGrath and Ryan Villopoto.

Motocross career

Early life

Webb was born in Newport, North Carolina where his father Robert a professional surfer raced motocross in the 70s. He competed in his first motocross race at the age of 4 at the Kinley MX. His first amateur championship came at age 6 riding a Yamaha PW50. He was named the youth motocrosser of the year in 2010.
;2013-2018, Star Racing Yamaha
Webb began his professional motocross career at the age of 17 with the Yamaha factory racing team in 2013. He won his first AMA National race on June 28, 2014, in the 250 cc class at the Muddy Creek Raceway in Blountville, Tennessee and, was named the 2014 Monster Energy Supercross Rookie of the Year.

Webb won the 2015 250SX Western Regional supercross championship. The following season he successfully defended his 250SX Western Regional championship and also won the 2016 250cc AMA Motocross Championship, becoming the 11th winner of back-to-back titles and a winning percentage of 42% (11 wins / 26 starts).
Webb was also the team captain for the American 2016 Motocross des Nations team that finished as runner-up to the French team.

;2019-2023, Red Bull KTM
In 2019, Cooper Webb delivered a breakout year that redefined his career. In the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, Webb entered as an underdog but quickly emerged as a front-runner after earning his first-ever 450SX main event win at Anaheim 2. Riding for Red Bull KTM, he went on to win a total of seven main events and claimed 13 podium finishes across the 17-round series. His consistency and racecraft, particularly in clutch moments, helped him outpace championship rivals like Eli Tomac, Marvin Musquin, and Ken Roczen. Webb clinched his first 450SX title in the season finale at Las Vegas, completing one of the sport’s most impressive comebacks and securing the 2019 Triple Crown title as well.

Despite a near season ending crash at Arlington, TX, that took him out of the 2020 outdoor season, Webb rallied to finish 2nd behind Eli Tomac in the 2020 supercross points standings.

In 2021, Cooper Webb delivered a commanding performance in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, securing his second 450SX title with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. Despite a challenging start—finishing ninth at the opening round—Webb steadily climbed the standings, overtaking early leader Ken Roczen by mid-season. He amassed eight main event victories and 13 podium finishes over the 17-round series, showcasing remarkable consistency and resilience. Entering the final round in Salt Lake City with a 22-point lead, Webb needed only a 19th-place finish to clinch the championship. However, he chose to end the season emphatically, winning the race and sealing the title in dominant fashion.

On June 22, ESPN announced the full list of the 2021 ESPY Award nominations across all eligible categories. After Webb's second supercross championship, he was nominated for his first ESPY Award in the Best Athlete, Men's Action Sports Category.

Following a disappointing end to his supercross season, Webb raced the first four races of the nationals before once again being sidelined by injury. He also split from Red Bull KTM after 5 successful years, in which he won two 450cc AMA Supercross Championships.

On Friday September 8, it was announced that Webb would return to his former team Yamaha Star Racing on a multi-year deal.

;2024-Present, Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha
In Webb's first 450 class season on a Star Yamaha since 2018, he would pair with Eli Tomac and 450 rookie Justin Cooper. Webb started the 2024 Supercross Championship slowly, but picked up his first win at Anaheim 2 in Round 4. From then on, Webb would be the main rival to Honda rider Jett Lawrence, who was making his debut in the 450 SX class. Webb picked up four wins and five additional podium finishes on the season, which placed him second in the 450 SX points standings, later revealing he’d been dealing with a thumb injury sustained at round 9.

On November 4, Webb announced a multi year partnership with Fly Racing.

On November 17, Webb was crowned the King of Paris Supercross for the first time in his career.

2025

Cooper Webb's 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season was a masterclass in consistency, resilience, and strategic racing, culminating in his third 450SX championship title. Webb secured multiple victories throughout the season, including standout performances in Detroit, Arlington, Indianapolis, Seattle, and Pittsburgh. He consistently finished on the podium, demonstrating remarkable consistency across the 17-round season. At 29 years and 6 months, Webb became the oldest racer to win the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. Reflecting on his achievement, he expressed his excitement and pride in joining the ranks of legendary riders with three premier class titles.

AMA Supercross/Motocross results

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Living people
1995 births
People from Morehead City, North Carolina
American motocross riders
AMA Motocross Championship National Champions