Justin Barcia would have been the top candidate for the vacated KTM 450 seat, with Joey Savatgy a possible second option

Reported 4 September 2026 · graded B

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Barcia would have been top of the list and then I'm not clear still on his contract situation, but Savatgy perhaps second.

Source: SMX’s biggest news; Lawrence out, Tomac retires | Vital MX Post-Race Show (oeHjZEMHyuU), 00:28:29 · insider tier

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3 claims tracked on this move from 4 sources. Newest first.