Blake Baggett extends Rocky Mountain KTM contract!
Through 2021, Blake Baggett will remain with Rocky Mountain ATV/MC – KTM – WPS. His team just announced a new three-year contract. Baggett is currently 5th in the 450SX. Last year he finished third in the outdoors after competing for the title with Eli Tomac.
This agreement is a milestone for the Butler brothers team as it is the first time they have entered into a three-year agreement. “I am very pleased to announce the extended partnership with the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC – KTM – WPS team,” said Blake Baggett. “The last two seasons have been what I was looking for in the 450, and I absolutely love the KTM! Working with Rocky Mountain ATV/MC as the title sponsor has something of a family feel to it and the same goes for the WPS/FLY Racing crew. The entire team has not only given me the tools I need to win, but most importantly, given me the confidence of knowing I can win a 450 championship. I'm excited about what the future will bring and can't thank the team's sponsors enough for this deal. “
“We are very excited about this new chapter for both the team and Blake,” said Forrest Butler, co-owner of the team. “Over the past two seasons we have proven that we work well together. This was the logical next step that all parties involved wanted to take. Our goal, and Blake's goal, is to achieve wins and championships – and that's what this three-year deal is about for us. We believe in Blake as a rider and Blake believes in our team as a whole. Now we can focus on our common goals for the next three years. “
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC will remain the team's title sponsor through the 2021 season. While Western Powersports, together with FLY Racing, continues as exclusive clothing sponsor. WPS & FLY-Racing's President/CEO Craig Shoemaker is also proud of the new agreement. “We are pleased to continue our partnership with such an excellent rider and brand ambassador as Blake Baggett. We look forward to more wins for Rocky Mountain – KTM – WPS and Blake Baggett in the future!”
KTM also remains the official motorcycle sponsor and Rocky Mountain ATV/MC also continues to enjoy factory support. “We strongly believe in supporting the sport, and it is difficult to find a better way than to act as title sponsor for such a strong team,” says And Thomas, CEO and founder of Rocky Mountain ATV/MC. “Of course there are many components that make up a strong team: good sponsors, strong management and excellent drivers. We are happy to continue for another three years and we are happy that Baggett will also continue. The future looks bright for Team Rocky Mountain ATV/MC – KTM – WPS! “
“We here at KTM are very happy with the Rocky Mountain Team extending their agreement with Blake Baggett for another 3 years. With the Outdoors starting soon, and knowing how good Blake was last year until his injury in Red Bud, the increased involvement of Rocky Mountain can only give Blake additional confidence,” said KTM’s VP of Racing – Roger DeCoster.
Photos: Rocky Mountain KTM team
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