Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Savatgy Finishes on the Podium in New York

Irvine, Calif. (April 27, 2015) – Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Joey Savatgy earned his third straight podium at Round 16 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM Championship at MetLife Stadium in East Ruthorford, New Jersey. The Georgia native battled throughout the night and rode a smart race to finish third. Discount Tire Racing/TwoTwo Motorsport’s Josh Grant finished seventh while his teammate Chad Reed was unable to line up on the gate after suffering a shoulder injury last weekend.  Team Chiz Kawasaki rider Kyle Chisholm earned his first top 10 finish of the year with an eighth and Mafia Moto Crew Kawasaki rider Nick Wey put his KX™450F in 12^th.

Race Long Battle
Savatgy was near the top of the lap times all day despite tricky track conditions and after winning his heat race he was poised for another podium finish. In the main event, Savatgy got a top five start and made his way to third early in the race. Once he was in third he battled throughout the 15 laps to hold on for his fourth podium of the eight-race season.

“It was difficult out there,” said Savatgy. “I’m happy to be on the podium but I wanted to get a win for my Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team. These guys have worked really hard and we all want more than podiums. It was a good battle out there and I rode smart to make sure I didn’t lose any positions.”

Forced Out
After injuring his shoulder last week at Santa Clara, Reed came to New York hoping to get back on the podium. After experiencing pain all week while training, Reed went out in the first practice and the pain continued. Reed and his team decided to sit out the rest of the day to allow more time for his shoulder to heal.

Heat Race Win
Savatgy got off to a good start in his heat race battling all the way to first turn. He settled in with the leaders and then charged to take the point, leading five of the six laps. The win gave Savatgy the second gate pick in the main event.

Network Television
For the first time in 12 years, Monster Energy Supercross raced during daytime as the stars of the show were featured on network television for the first time in Supercross history. With blue skies and comfortable temperatures, the daytime race showcased the best of supercross to a whole new audience.

East Coast Dirt
The soil at MetLife Stadium was one of the top stories of the event as the soft dirt led to early ruts and a tough track for the riders. The Dirt Wurx crew worked throughout day to keep the track in good condition. In the main events, the riders had to find new lines as the race went on and the track broke down during the longer runs.

Supercross Finale

The Monster Energy Supercross closes out its season at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday. In the 250SX class the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Shootout will take center stage pitting the top riders from each coast against each other for the first time this season.

Results

Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM Championship
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Saturday, April 25, 2015

450SX Class Results

1. Eli Tomac, Honda
2. Ryan Dungey, KTM
3. Cole Seely, Honda
4. Blake Baggett, Suzuki
5. Andrew Short, KTM
6. Broc Tickle, Suzuki
7. Josh Grant, Discount Tire/TwoTwo Motorsports Kawasaki
8. Kyle Chisholm, Kawasaki
9. Jason Anderson, Husqvarna
10. Weston Peick, Yamaha

1. Ryan Dungey, KTM, 365
2. Eli Tomac, Honda, 283
3. Cole Seely, Honda, 259
4. Chad Reed, Kawasaki, 212
5. Blake Baggett, Suzuki, 208
6. Trey Canard, Honda, 204
7. Jason Anderson, Husqvarna, 200
8. Broc Tickle, Suzuki, 183
9. Andrew Short, KTM, 180
10. Ken Roczen, Suzuki, 156

1. Marvin Musquin, KTM
2. Justin Bogle, Honda
3. JOEY SAVATGY, MONSTER ENERGY/PRO CIRCUIT/KAWASAKI
4. Jeremy Martin, Yamaha
5. R.J. Hampshire, Honda
6. Kyle Peters, Honda
7. Anthony Rodriguez, Yamaha
8. Mitchell Oldenburg, Yamaha
9. Kyle Cunningham, Honda
10. Luke Renzland, Yamaha

1. Marvin Musquin, KTM - 194
2. Justin Bogle, Honda – 171
3. Jeremy Martin, Yamaha - 143
4. Joey Savatgy, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki – 133
5. RJ Hampshire, Honda – 100
6. Anthony Rodriguez, Yamaha – 98
7. Kyle Peters, Honda – 91
8. Jimmy Decostis, Honda – 87
9. Kyle Cunningham, Honda - 58
10. Martin Davalos, Husqvarna – 63