Despite a heavy fall in moto one at the Red Bud National and missing both races one week later , Joey went on to finish the season 12th in the final standings . “ Firstly , I would like to thank Triumph Racing for giving me the opportunity to race for the team this year ”, explains Savatgy . “ We were all hoping the AMA rule would be amended to allow me to race 250SX next year , but unfortunately , this didn ’ t happen . Triumph knows how hard it was for me to sit out half the season this year , and they were nice enough to give me the option to be released early in order for me to race a full season next year . Thanks again to the whole team and I wish them all the best for the future .” Triumph Racing USA Team Principal , Bobby Hewitt , was also disappointed at the turn of events . “ It ’ s been a real pleasure working with Joey , and it ’ s unfortunate that he won ’ t be competing in this year ’ s SMX Playoffs with Triumph Racing ,” he said . “ While we ’ ve been waiting for the AMA and the Steering Committee to confirm their decision regarding Joey ’ s eligibility to compete in 250SX , we allowed him to actively seek other opportunities in the 450 class , just in case this wasn ’ t an option . In the end , it was decided that he could not return to 250SX . We were , however , more than happy to honour Joey ’ s two-year contract by having him race for us next summer in the 250 class of Pro Motocross , but ultimately , it was decided that the best resolution was for us to part ways . On behalf of Triumph Racing , I wish Joey all the best for 2025 and thank him for everything he ’ s done for the team since he joined us last winter .”
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