CDR Yamaha’s Lawson Bopping has been left frustrated after taking fifth overall in the MX1 class at round seven of the Monster Energy MX Nationals series at Horsham.

Coming off his maiden victory at Hervey Bay’s round six, Bopping was looking for another strong result off the back of his big win in Queensland.

Well known for his mud and wet weather skills, Bopping was unable to put together the moto finishes he was searching for, eventually settling for fifth overall on the day.

“There really wasn’t one aspect of my riding that I was happy with today,” said Bopping. “I wasn’t starting well and because I was buried in the pack I wasn’t able to sprint early with the leaders.

“Every race felt it was a bit of a fight out there, so I need to learn, move on and come back better at Appin in two weeks.”

Bopping sits fourth overall in the MX1 title chase after seven rounds of racing, the next event on the calender will commence on 29 July at Appin in New South Wales.