Kiwi Rider September 2024 Vol.2 | Page 12

DIRT NEWS

TRIUMPH AND SAVATGY PART WAYS

After putting in some solid mahi for the burgeoning Triumph team , American Joey Savatgy and Triumph Racing have reached a mutual decision to part ways ahead of the upcoming SuperMotocross World Championship . Since Savatgy pointed-out of the 250SX class in 2018 , he has been ineligible to race in the 250SX category , despite petitions for the AMA Supercross rules to match the Pro Motocross rules . As a result , it was agreed that the best option for Savatgy ’ s career was for him to pursue other opportunities . Following Triumph ’ s successful first season in the 250 classes in MXGP , AMA Supercross , and Pro Motocross , the decision was made to concentrate efforts in 2025 on expanding and improving the 250 programme , before moving into the premier classes in 2026 . Since signing Joey on a two-year deal , Triumph has been campaigning with Feld and the AMA to have the Georgia native ’ s 250SX class eligibility restored . Despite the significant efforts made , it was recently confirmed that Savatgy would still not be able to line up in 250SX in 2025 , as the current rules would remain unchanged . To honour the initial contract made by Triumph Racing , Savatgy was offered the chance to compete in 250MX only for 2025 ; however , it was ultimately decided by both parties that the best resolution was for him to move on with his career at another team . Competing in Pro Motocross throughout the summer of 2024 , Joey enjoyed many highlights in the 250MX class , with his best overall finish of sixth coming at the Southwick National in June .

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