Dylan Summers Makes History at the Yokohama Every Man Challenge
The 2026 Yokohama Every Man Challenge delivered another unforgettable chapter at King of the Hammers, combining brutal terrain, mechanical attrition, and dramatic lead changes across a punishing two-lap, 155.5-mile course. Running the same layout as the UTV race, competitors faced a fast, dusty desert opening lap before diving into the technical rock sections that define the event, followed by a long desert sprint to the finish.
Nearly 120 vehicles took the green flag across three classes, including 66 entries in the 4800 Legends class, 32 in the 4600 Stock class, and 20 in the 4500 Modified class. With calm winds once again, dust and visibility became a major factor throughout the day.
Three-time King of the Hammers champion Randy Slawson and Ryan Webb led the field off the line in brand-new cars, while Shad Kennedy was the first 4500 Modified entry to start. In the Stock class, Brad Lovell and Alex Fleming launched first in a Ford Bronco, followed by Bailey Cole and Bailey Campbell, with Loren Healy and John Williams close behind.
Early drama struck when Ryan Webb—who started second—was sidelined with a suspected flat, and Cameron Steele encountered tire issues that cost him multiple positions during the opening lap. By the midpoint of lap one, Randy Slawson controlled the race out front, followed by Dylan Summers and Derek Summers, while Erik Miller mounted an impressive charge from 69th on the starting grid into the top five on corrected time.
At the end of lap one, Slawson held a commanding lead heading into the rocks, with Dylan Summers second and Brent Harrell third. That advantage would not last.
In a pivotal moment, Slawson rolled his car while leading near Sledgehammer, dramatically reshuffling the front of the field. Dylan Summers inherited the lead, with Amber Slawson and Derek Summers moving into podium contention as the race transitioned deeper into the rock trails.
Summers continued to deliver a composed and calculated drive, clearing major obstacles—including Jack Hammer—without needing a winch while much of the field struggled. Attrition mounted as the race wore on, with multiple competitors delayed by mechanical issues or difficult rock sections.
By the halfway point of lap two, Dylan Summers led the Yokohama Every Man Challenge, followed closely by Amber Slawson and Derek Summers. Amber Slawson’s steady pace and strong corrected time moved her solidly into second overall, while Derek Summers remained consistent to secure a podium position of his own.
After more than 155 miles of relentless desert and rock terrain, Dylan Summers crossed the finish line first to claim the overall victory and the 4800 Legends class win in the Yokohama Every Man Challenge. With the win, Summers became the youngest first-place finisher in Every Man Challenge history, marking a milestone moment in the event’s legacy.
Amber Slawson finished second overall, continuing her strong presence in the Every Man Challenge and adding another podium finish to her career. Derek Summers rounded out the podium in third overall, making it a memorable day for the Summers family.
Overall / 4800 Legends
- Dylan Summers
- Amber Slawson
- Derek Summers
