Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Dean Wilson isn’t ruling out an upset victory for the $1-million when the inaugural Monster Energy Cup at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium takes place on 15 October.

Wilson will be one of the top Lites class riders to contest the event on a 250F against a quality 450cc field, but he’s certain that the unique style of the event will give him a chance at the overall victory. If he sweeps all three races he can take home $1-million.

“The Monster Energy Cup should be a great race,” said Wilson. “Racing in Las Vegas at Sam Boyd Stadium is exciting and the chance to line up against the guys who were my racing heroes growing up will be awesome.

“I think we are going to see some good battles with the track going into the stands, so that should be exciting too. The format is going to be fun with there being three main events.

“I am going to be pushing to win all of the races so I can take home the $1-million.”

The Supercross Lites class rider had the best season of his career in 2011 by taking home his first Eastern Regional Supercross Lites-class win in Atlanta. Wilson kept the momentum alive by winning in Arlington, Texas and Toronto.

Wilson finished second place overall on the season, 22 points behind Eastern Regional Supercross Lites class champion Justin Barcia.

With 15 career starts, three wins, five podium visits, four top-five and four top-10 finishes to his credit Wilson is one of the top Lites class riders to compete in the open-class format.

Wilson also currently leads the 250 Class of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.