"When you think about it, that's almost by default"
Placing two of your team riders, 1st and 2nd in points in a national class is never by default. Ever think that if Bubba didn't ride over the edge all the time that maybe he would've started the season with everyone else and had a chance at the title. That maybe Langston and Hughes are smart enough to know that the kid isn't going to catch them in points and so they don't have to ride at the same pace and perhaps put themselves out as a result of a high speed get off? Ever think Bubba has nothing to lose as a result of pretty much throwing away the chance for this years outdoor title at the last SX of the season? Maybe, just maybe Team KTM fell back, assessed the situation, regrouped and shot for the 125 championship this year, knowing that next year they will take a shot at the 250 championship? Right now it is looking like a successful formula!
Placing two of your team riders, 1st and 2nd in points in a national class is never by default. Ever think that if Bubba didn't ride over the edge all the time that maybe he would've started the season with everyone else and had a chance at the title. That maybe Langston and Hughes are smart enough to know that the kid isn't going to catch them in points and so they don't have to ride at the same pace and perhaps put themselves out as a result of a high speed get off? Ever think Bubba has nothing to lose as a result of pretty much throwing away the chance for this years outdoor title at the last SX of the season? Maybe, just maybe Team KTM fell back, assessed the situation, regrouped and shot for the 125 championship this year, knowing that next year they will take a shot at the 250 championship? Right now it is looking like a successful formula!