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Supercross: Monster Energy AMA 2013 Series

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Josh Grant races to the finish line. Photo courtesy of Darin House.
Josh Grant races to the finish line. Photo courtesy of Darin House.

Rider of the week: Josh Grant

Birthday: 6/20/1986

Birthplace: Lakewood, CA

Residence: Riverside, CA

Started riding: 4

 

Josh Grant has been on the Pro Circuit team for almost four complete years. He rides the number 33.  Grant started his professional career in 2004 on his Amsoil Honda. In 2004, he came in tenth overall for the season. In 2005 he moved up two spots and got eighth place overall. However, in 2006, he started to become a threat to the other riders.

After staying on the 250 for many years, and staying consistent. In 2009 he moved to a 450 and won the opening race in Anaheim. He shocked everyone that is involved in the supercross life.

Before he became a professional, he was riding almost everyday of his life. He started riding at age four, but did not start racing until age thirteen.

Grant is close friends with retired, but respected, Chad Reed. They often go tubing and water skiing when Grant takes a break from training.

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