Statement: HEP Suzuki comment on Jason Anderson


It was announced before Daytona Supercross that Jason Anderson would miss the weekend of racing due to personal issues. 

The team have now confirmed that Anderson will be away from racing for an indefinite period of time. 

HEP Motorsports posted the following update on social media: 

Pipes Motorsports Group announces that rider Jason Anderson will be stepping away from Supercross competition for an indefinite period to address personal, family, and ongoing medical matters. This decision was made jointly by Jason and his management team in coordination with the organization. 

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Pipes Motorsports Group respects Jason and his family’s privacy and fully supports his decision. No further statements will be made at this time.

Anderson has now released his own statement saying: ““I want to speak directly about the recent situation. I take full responsibility for my actions, and I’m truly sorry for the hurt they’ve caused my wife, and family.”

“We are asking for privacy right now as my focus needs to be on my family. I’m stepping away indefinitely to give them my full attention and to work on being the husband and father they deserve.”