Monster Energy Kawasaki's Villopoto Fights To Hold Points Lead in San Diego

_Villopoto Shows Heart, Rattray and Tickle on Podium - Monster Energy Kawasaki News Release
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Irvine, Calif. - Monster Energy Kawasaki's Ryan Villopoto made the most of difficult conditions, coming from last to finish seventh despite a deteriorating track from a rain-filled day at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. His impressive ride helped him maintain his points lead, now ahead by three. The Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki riders also conquered the tough track with Tyla Rattray and Broc Tickle finishing on the podium in second and third, respectively. Teammate Josh Hansen retained his points lead going into the seven-week AMA Supercross Lites Western Region break after finishing sixth. Interim rider Fabien Izoird finished 13th in the supercross class.