Houston finally gave the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season a shakeup. After three rounds in California, the series headed to NRG Stadium for the first Triple Crown of the year, and it delivered chaos, comebacks, and a reminder that championships are not always won by dominating every race.

For Cooper Webb, the night was about survival and belief. The defending 450SMX champion did not win a single race in Houston, yet he walked away with his first overall victory of the season. In a format where consistency matters more than flash, Webb played the long game and it paid off.

The Triple Crown format brought instant drama. Ken Roczen controlled Race 1 from start to finish, looking every bit like a rider ready to contend for wins every weekend. Chase Sexton and Eli Tomac followed, while Webb quietly brought it home in fourth. It was not flashy, but it kept him in the conversation.

Race 2 turned everything upside down. Jorge Prado led early and looked strong, but Hunter Lawrence made the move late and took the win. Webb charged forward again, finishing second and keeping his night alive. Tomac, the championship leader coming into Houston, crashed and finished well outside the top ten. Suddenly, the points picture tightened.

By the time Race 3 lined up, everything was on the line. Tomac rebounded with authority, taking the win in the final race. Behind him, the fight for the overall was intense and messy. Webb made an early mistake that sent him off track, but he refused to panic. He worked his way back through traffic, made smart passes, and landed in third when it mattered most. That single position was the difference.

With finishes of fourth, second, and third, Webb claimed the overall win. It was not pretty, but it was classic Cooper Webb. He did just enough, stayed calm under pressure, and reminded everyone why he is so dangerous in a championship fight. The win also pulled him back into the title picture after a frustrating start to the season.

Hunter Lawrence continues to knock on the door of his first 450SMX victory. Three straight runner up finishes show how close he is, and his speed is undeniable. Tomac still leads the standings, but his margin is shrinking. Roczen remains steady and dangerous. The 450 class is wide open, and Houston proved that no one is safe.

While the 450 class was unpredictable, the Western Divisional 250SMX class belonged to one rider. Haiden Deegan was untouchable. He swept all three races and made it look controlled, confident, and intentional.

Deegan set the tone early and never let it slip. Each race showed a different side of his riding. In Race 1, he checked out early. In Race 2, he picked his way forward with patience. In Race 3, he fought through pressure, made aggressive moves when needed, and closed the deal. It was a complete performance and the kind that defines a champion.

Levi Kitchen finally broke through with a strong runner up finish overall, and Cameron McAdoo continued his consistent run with another podium. Still, the night belonged to Deegan. Three straight wins and a growing points lead have put him firmly in control of the title chase.

Houston also gave the home fans something to cheer about in SMX Next. Caden Dudney delivered a big win in front of the Texas crowd, showing grit and speed after coming close the week before. Moments like that are what keep the future of the sport exciting.

The season is still young, but Houston felt important. Webb reminded everyone that experience matters. Deegan proved that momentum is real. And with the points tightening up, the road ahead is only getting more intense. Supercross is officially in full swing.