Craig released from Star Racing Yamaha team

Now linked to World Supercross with Quad Lock Honda.

Christian Craig has revealed that he’s received a release from the Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing team just one year into a two-year contract, the former 250SX West champion now linked to Quad Lock Honda for the upcoming World Supercross Championship.

After two challenging seasons with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna, Craig had made the switch back to his former team – where he collected his Supercross title in 2022 – for both 2025 and 2026 to contest 450SX.

A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus at the final SMX Playoff last year sidelined the 34-year-old for the opening Monster Energy Supercross rounds of this year, later posting a season-high result of 11th in both Denver and Salt Lake City.

“Just wanted to give everyone an update on what I am doing,” Craig announced. “I have asked and have been granted an early release from my two-year contract with Star Racing Yamaha. I’ve had a lot of great memories riding blue, including winning a 250SX championship together, and thanks to everyone for the support. I will update you on my future soon.”

It’s now anticipated that Craig will join Joey Savatgy at Quad Lock Honda for the world championship season in SX1 after the official WSX series website posted him as part of the 2025 team roster late last week, before removing the rider lists altogether.