KTM Motorsport has parted ways with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team manager Joel Smets as part of an MXGP restructuring for 2027

By James Burfield · First reported 16 October 2026 · last updated 17 October 2026

Who said it

KTM Motorsport would like to give heartfelt thanks to Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager and former world champion Joel Smets as the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team undergoes a change of organization for 2027 FIM MXGP.

Source: gatedrop.com · insider tier

KTM Motorsport would like to give heartfelt thanks to Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager and former world champion Joel Smets as the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team undergoes a change of organization for 2027 FIM MXGP.

Source: mxvice.com · insider tier

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