More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:
Baldassarri claimed Race 1 victory at Most, Aegerter taken out in Lap 1-Turn 1 pile-up
Baldassarri took the win by more than six seconds to reduce the gap to Aegerter in the standings
A multi-rider pileup in Turn One on the start was a major factor in the outcome of World Supersport Race One. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P1 – Lorenzo Baldassarri (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team)
Baldassarri took advantage of the Turn 1, Lap 1 incident to pull a gap of 6.240s over Manzi.
He claimed his second victory in WorldSSP, the first one since Aragon 2022.
He closed the gap to 39 points to Aegerter, with 25 points up to grab in Race 2.
“It’s a very important day. We had a great day from this morning with pole position and then the win. We need to stay focus for tomorrow. We worked with the team step by step and today we had a great rhythm. Also, there was a crash in the first corner, Aegerter was involved among other riders. This also helped but we were really strong today.”
Lorenzo Baldassarri (7) won World Supersport Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P2 – Stefano Manzi (Dynavolt Triumph)
Manzi claimed his first WorldSSP podium with Triumph, the manufacturer taking their first podium in 10 years.
He now stands in fifth place in the Championship standings with 92 points.
“Finally, after six rounds I have this podium. It was very difficult because it’s a new project with a new bike and everything is new. We worked a lot and finally we have this podium. This morning, I had a mechanical issue in the first lap of qualifying, so I had to start from 21st position. But I could recover to second place so I’m very happy.”
P3 – Steven Odendaal (Kallio Racing)
Odendaal, racing as a replacement rider, was third from 18th on the grid for his return to WorldSSP.
He claimed his 12th podium in the category.
“I’m super excited about the podium. We were battling the whole weekend. The team made a change for the first race and I think it worked out. The bike was really good, especially in the corners. I thought I could get Manzi in the last corner but I wasn’t sure of how quick he would come back. I was like – maybe I’d rather risk … maybe the team wants the podium!”
Valentin Debise (GMT94 Yamaha) was in the fight for the podium right until the end of the race and missed out by just 0.019s to Odendaal after 19 laps Glenn van Straalen (EAB Racing Team) finished fifth followed by Niki Tuuli (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) in sixth place on his comeback from injury and surgery. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) was another who was in the podium fight but the Italian rookie finished in ninth place after he went through the gravel at Turn 10.
To note:
Championship leader Dominique Aegerter (Ten Kate Racing Yamaha) has been ruled out of the remainder of the Prosecco DOC Czech Round after suffering a concussion. The crash happened when multiple riders went down into Turn 1 on the opening lap of the race, as Raffaele De Rosa (Orelac Racing VerdNatura WorldSSP) collided with Yari Montella (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) after a bold move from Montella’s teammate Can Oncu, which then skittled Aegerter, Andy Verdoia (GMT94 Yamaha) and Federico Caricasulo (Althea Racing). Although Aegerter wanted to re-join, he didn’t and was instead taken to the medical centre where he was diagnosed with concussion and therefore ruled out of the remainder of the round. For his role in the incident, Oncu was given a ride-through penalty for “irresponsible riding” before going on to finish in 21st. Also involved in the accident, Federico Caricasulo will be reviewed before Warm-Up.
WorldSSP resumes on Sunday from 9:25 (Local Time) followed by Race 2 at 12:45.
Philipp Öttl and Team Go Eleven confirm the agreement for the 2023 season, riding the Ducati V4-RS!
The German rider and the Italian team will continue their project in WorldSBK together, with the aim of realizing and improving the good performances shown in the debut year. The harmony within the Team is amazing, Philipp has achieved a seventh place as the best result so far, in a season also conditioned by the injury suffered at Estoril. Physically back to 100%, Öttl has resumed his growth path showing improvements session after session, even on totally new tracks. His attitude is truly a great professional, he works methodically to study the areas on which to improve and the potential is really high. In his debut year it was difficult to ask and expect more, but the fact that he is always fighting with the factory bikes and more experienced riders shows that he has the talent to aim high. We can’t wait to start a new season with all the references from the previous year!
Now, sign the deal, with a free mind and the peace of mind to continue together, it’s time to focus on the second half of 2022, six more races await us in which the goal is to try to conquer some Top Independents!
Philipp Oettl (Rider):
“I am excited about another year with the Team Go Eleven! We matched very well, and after Assen we were already quite close to the front group. We had some misfortunes during the year so far, I am happy that the Team wants to continue with me. This season is and will be all about learning, sometimes we can do steps forward and sometimes steps back, but it’s part of the growing process. We know we have a good potential, so I am super happy to be with them one year more!”
Denis Sacchetti (Team Manager):
“I believe it is the natural continuation of a path that we have started together at the end of 2021 and it is exciting to carry on this project in which we believe even more, precisely because we have had the opportunity to work with Philipp and appreciate him both professionally and personally. He has enormous potential and I am very happy to work with him, there is a special feeling between him and the whole team and we have important goals that unite us. So full speed ahead, now the motivation is very high, we have to have fun!”
More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:
Bautista claimed Race 1 victory to take Ducati’s 1000th WorldSBK podium
The Spanish rider won in the Czech Republic to extend his Championship lead
The start of World Superbike Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P1 – Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)
Bautista’s win gave Ducati their 1000 podium in WorldSBK. They are the first manufacturer to reach that milestone.
It was also Bautista’s 7th win this season, allowing him to consolidate his Championship lead to 29 points over Rea.
“I knew that here it was important to not lose time in the first corners because here with this rear tyre, with the harder compound, I struggled a little bit. I needed a couple of laps to warm it and after that I could make the same pace as Rea and Razgatlioglu. By mid-race, some drops of rain started to fall. It was a tricky moment. I saw that Rea and Razgatlioglu struggled. But in that moment, I felt quite confident, so I decided to take the lead. When the rain stopped, I tried to keep pushing and not make mistake. I’m really happy and also because it’s the 1000th podium of Ducati and to celebrate it with a victory is very special.”
Alvaro Bautista (19) won World Superbike Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P2 – Toprak Razgatlioglu (Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK)
A last lap move on Redding at Turn 13 gave Razgatlioglu the second place in Race 1.
He stands in third place in the Championship standings, having narrowed the gap to Rea in second from 26 to 19 points.
“Today I tried to fight for a great position. I tried to escape but it wasn’t possible because the acceleration was not good in the corner exit. I kept fighting for the podium. In the last lap, we had a great battle with Scott. I saw he was very strong in the last sector and also the second sector, I had just one chance. I tried. I passed him but I almost crashed, we both went a bit wide together. Anyway, we finished on the podium and we take good points in the Championship.”
P3 – Scott Redding (BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team)
Redding was able to hold off Rea in a last lap battle to take third place.
He claimed his 39th career podium, and his second in as many rounds in BMW colours
“From Donington we’ve made a step. There were a few question marks if we’ll continue this rhythm. This weekend we’ve been strong. In the race we showed good pace in the middle of the race to catch the front group. With a little bit of rain which was in my favor as well. To have another podium this weekend is a massive achievement.”
P4 – Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK)
Fighting for third place with Razgatlioglu and Redding, Rea was denied a podium and finished fourth.
He gives up 12 points to Championship leader Alvaro Bautista and is now 29 points behind the Spanish rider.
“We have to be content with our race; I felt really good but just ran into some little issues at the end of the race which held me back in the braking areas in a couple of corners. A little bit of brake fade, with the lever coming all the way back to the bar and I couldn’t put the pressure on the lever. Coupled with the fact that I couldn’t put the bike in position or stop so much, I was losing a little bit of time. Anyway, I have to be very content as we made a step from yesterday with my consistency in the middle part of the race and the pace was quite good. I think there were just some spots of rain halfway through the rain and I was out front, and I didn’t want to be the guinea pig to go down in the wet.
P5 – Axel Bassani (Motocorsa Racing)
Bassani finished in fifth place and finished as the best Independent rider.
He has recorded 13 top-ten finishes in 16 races so far in 2022.
“I’m really happy about the race. We finished in the top five and this was the goal. Yesterday I wasn’t happy with the feeling with my bike. But today with the team we did a very good job. We will see tomorrow. I hope to stay with the top three guys. It’s difficult but not impossible. We are here for this.”
P6 – Andrea Locatelli (Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK)
Locatelli was sixth as he finished with a three second advantage over Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati).
He stands in fourth place in the standings, six points ahead of Rinaldi.
“I did a really good start but then I made a small mistake in the fourth corner and I ran wide. When I returned to the track, I lose immediately my position to Redding and Bassani. I tried to stay with them, and I tried to push but I made many mistakes during the race. I was trying to close the gap to the front guys. When it started to rain, they were a bit slower so I tried to close the gap. In the end, it’s a positive weekend for us, we started in a good way. For sure it’s not our position but I need to be happy because the feeling with the bike is much better. Tomorrow we have another opportunity.”
To note:
Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) was eighth for his 16th straight race in the points.
Oliver Konig (Orelac Racing VerdNatura) finished in 16th place in Race 1 for his home round.
WorldSBK action resumes on Sunday from 09:00 (Local Time), followed by Tissot Superpole Race at 11:00 and Race 2 at 15:15.
Ducati announces deliveries, revenue, and operating profit for the first half of 2022
Record revenue for the first half of 2022: 542 million euros, the highest figure ever recorded for Ducati in the first six months of the year
68 million operating profit, an increase over the first half of 2021
33,265 motorbikes delivered, the Multistrada V4 confirms its position as the most popular motorcycle among enthusiasts
Demand remains high with an order portfolio up 86% over the same period last year
Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy) – Ducati concludes the first six months of the year with excellent results, despite the challenges imposed by the ongoing supply and logistics crisis. In the semester from January to June 2022, the company’s revenue grew by 5.4%, going from 514 to 542 million euros. This is the highest figure ever recorded by the motorcycle manufacturer in the first six months of the year.
Operating profit also improved and marks a + 14.8% increase, growing from 59 to 68 million euros compared with the same period in 2021.
The Bologna-based motorbike manufacturer delivered a total of 33,265 motorcycles to enthusiast customers, containing a loss in deliveries of -3.6% compared to the same period in 2021 (34.515). This result was achieved thanks to great flexibility, constant dialogue with partners and the trade union, despite the difficulties related to the supply crisis.
Claudio Domenicali, Ducati CEO: “2021 was a record year for Ducati with the best result ever in terms of deliveries, revenues and operating profit. 2022 is proving to be a more challenging year: despite strong demand from enthusiasts, as evidenced by the order portfolio which at the end of the first half is up + 86% over the same period of 2021, the strong discontinuity in the world of logistics and supply remains. However, we managed to obtain satisfactory results considering the context in which we are operating, especially in terms of revenue, which is the best ever recorded in the first six months of the year. I would like to thank once again all the enthusiasts who continue to choose us, and I personally apologize to all those who had to or will have to wait longer than necessary to receive their bike.”
Henning Jens, Ducati CFO: “The financial performance of Ducati in the first half of 2022 again shows a solid improvement of the company compared to the previous year. Considering the unpredictable challenges in the supply chain, including significant raw material cost increases and parts shortages, this result proofs the high resilience of our financial set up and the flexibility of our operations. With 542 million Euros revenue, we achieved a new record, driven by a very high demand from our customers. Also based on fixed cost discipline and improved margins, we could even increase Operating Profit from 59 to 68 million Euros by 14.8% versus the same period of 2021. Backed by a very solid liquidity position, we will continue our investments in a qualitative growth of Ducati with new attractive premium products.”
The Chinese market is growing
Italy is confirmed as the first market for Ducati with 6,028 motorcycles delivered, followed by North America with 5,239 units, Germany with 3,745 motorcycles and France with 2,647. The numbers are significant in China, which reaches + 12% with 2,411 motorcycles delivered.
The Multistrada V4 remains the best-selling bike
Since its launch in 2020, the Multistrada V4 has enjoyed growing success among enthusiasts. Over time it has been able to live up to the expectations created, establishing itself as an ideal bike for any type of trip and taking a place among the most popular models in the Ducati range. Also for the first half of 2022 the Multistrada V4 is the most delivered bike with 6,139 units. Next is the Monster, with 4,776 motorcycles delivered, and the Scrambler Ducati 800 family with 3,999 motorcycles.
Future investments and network expansion
Thanks to its solid financial position, Ducati continues its ambitious development path that will lead the company to improve and grow further, also by means of entry into new market segments, always respecting its values of Style, Sophistication, Performance. All investments for technological development and product and process innovation are self-financed.
The continuous improvement and expansion of the global sales network, with the aim of serving the community of Ducatisti around the world, are also an important part of the company’s growth path. Through the digitization of processes and omnichannel within its dealers, Ducati wants to guarantee its enthusiasts an unforgettable experience that reflects the company’s values. To date, the Ducati network has 797 dealerships in over 90 countries around the world, 21 of which have been opened in the first six months of 2022.
BRAINERD, MN (July 29, 2022) – MotoAmerica and Brainerd International Raceway regretfully announce the passing of Scott Briody of Hannacroix, New York, who succumbed to injuries suffered in a single-motorcycle crash on July 29 at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota. Briody was 50 years old.
Briody was a competitor in MotoAmerica’s Stock 1000 class and the accident occurred during the first qualifying session for the class on Friday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Scott Briody,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his team and the MotoAmerica paddock.”
All on-track activity was cancelled for the remainder of Friday at BIR out of respect for Briody’s passing.
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
More, from a press release issued by AMA:
AMA Offers Condolences to Family, Friends of MotoAmerica Competitor Scott Briody
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association offers its condolences to the family, friends and team of Stock 1000 competitor Scott Briody, who succumbed to injuries sustained in qualifying at Brainard International Raceway today.
More information below from the official MotoAmerica release:
Scott Briody, 1971-2022
MotoAmerica and Brainerd International Raceway regretfully announce the passing of Scott Briody of Hannacroix, New York, who succumbed to injuries suffered in a single-motorcycle crash on July 29 at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota. Briody was 50 years old.
Briody was a competitor in MotoAmerica’s Stock 1000 class and the accident occurred during the first qualifying session for the class on Friday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Scott Briody,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his team and the MotoAmerica paddock.”
All on-track activity was cancelled for the remainder of Friday at BIR out of respect for Briody’s passing.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. Besides offering members money-saving discounts on products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a recently revitalized and monthly full-color magazine (and digital version of same) that covers current events and motorcycle history with brilliant photography and compelling writing. American Motorcyclist is also North America’s largest-circulation magazine. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
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About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
County of Monterey Board of Supervisors Approve Final Funding to Replace Pedestrian Bridge and Resurfacing at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Construction Projects to Begin November
MONTEREY, Calif., July 29, 2022 – The County of Monterey Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted to approve the project budget of $14,902,198 and directed staff to proceed with replacing the start/finish bridge and resurfacing the 2.238-mile road course at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Owned by the County of Monterey, the investment represents the Supervisors’ deep commitment to ensuring the long-term future of the internationally known facility. Granite Construction was awarded the project.
In making the presentation before the Board, Randell Ishii, Director of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks; and Bryan Flores, Chief of Parks, illustrated the economic benefits of completing the two projects in unison. The start/finish bridge is reaching the end of its lifespan and requires replacement for public safety while also enhancing future revenue opportunities.
John Narigi, President and General Manager of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, praised the public works, facilities and parks staff for their support and management, whose department assumed oversight of the Laguna Seca Recreation Area late last year.
“Mr. Ishii and Mr. Flores expertly presented the scenarios for what this facility needs to keep it among the elite tracks in the world and for the betterment of Monterey County residents and businesses,” Narigi said. “Their expertise and commitment to the Laguna Seca Recreation Area is what delivered this project from conception to implementation. They and the Board of Supervisors are owed a major round of applause.”
In April, the Board of Supervisors approved an estimated cost of $9,725,000 for the two critical projects. But because of the unprecedented worldwide influences of increased transportation and petroleum costs, the cost of the project came in well over the estimate.
“I will admit that I was very concerned the increased costs that were completely out of anyone’s control might negatively affect proceeding with the project,” Narigi added. “The Supervisors’ questions and concerns for the increased funding was evident, but they also knew how important Laguna Seca is to the Monterey County economy, impacting our local retail and hospitality industries and the non-profits which support operational needs during event weeks. Their support is the strongest voice the Laguna Seca Recreation Area has received and indicates their commitment to a bright, multi-use future for the park.”
Construction is scheduled to begin in November that will close the racing surface. The campgrounds will remain open daily and there are many activities being planned that will utilize WeatherTech Raceway for both non-racing and non-motorsport events. The Paddock and Hagerty Marketplace will be open to a wide variety of activities that can be held while construction is occurring. If interested in booking an event at Laguna Seca Recreation Area, please contact Karen Carr at 831-242-8202 or email at [email protected].
More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:
Baldassarri claimed Race 1 victory at Most, Aegerter taken out in Lap 1-Turn 1 pile-up
Baldassarri took the win by more than six seconds to reduce the gap to Aegerter in the standings
A multi-rider pileup in Turn One on the start was a major factor in the outcome of World Supersport Race One. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P1 – Lorenzo Baldassarri (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team)
Baldassarri took advantage of the Turn 1, Lap 1 incident to pull a gap of 6.240s over Manzi.
He claimed his second victory in WorldSSP, the first one since Aragon 2022.
He closed the gap to 39 points to Aegerter, with 25 points up to grab in Race 2.
“It’s a very important day. We had a great day from this morning with pole position and then the win. We need to stay focus for tomorrow. We worked with the team step by step and today we had a great rhythm. Also, there was a crash in the first corner, Aegerter was involved among other riders. This also helped but we were really strong today.”
Lorenzo Baldassarri (7) won World Supersport Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P2 – Stefano Manzi (Dynavolt Triumph)
Manzi claimed his first WorldSSP podium with Triumph, the manufacturer taking their first podium in 10 years.
He now stands in fifth place in the Championship standings with 92 points.
“Finally, after six rounds I have this podium. It was very difficult because it’s a new project with a new bike and everything is new. We worked a lot and finally we have this podium. This morning, I had a mechanical issue in the first lap of qualifying, so I had to start from 21st position. But I could recover to second place so I’m very happy.”
P3 – Steven Odendaal (Kallio Racing)
Odendaal, racing as a replacement rider, was third from 18th on the grid for his return to WorldSSP.
He claimed his 12th podium in the category.
“I’m super excited about the podium. We were battling the whole weekend. The team made a change for the first race and I think it worked out. The bike was really good, especially in the corners. I thought I could get Manzi in the last corner but I wasn’t sure of how quick he would come back. I was like – maybe I’d rather risk … maybe the team wants the podium!”
Valentin Debise (GMT94 Yamaha) was in the fight for the podium right until the end of the race and missed out by just 0.019s to Odendaal after 19 laps Glenn van Straalen (EAB Racing Team) finished fifth followed by Niki Tuuli (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) in sixth place on his comeback from injury and surgery. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) was another who was in the podium fight but the Italian rookie finished in ninth place after he went through the gravel at Turn 10.
To note:
Championship leader Dominique Aegerter (Ten Kate Racing Yamaha) has been ruled out of the remainder of the Prosecco DOC Czech Round after suffering a concussion. The crash happened when multiple riders went down into Turn 1 on the opening lap of the race, as Raffaele De Rosa (Orelac Racing VerdNatura WorldSSP) collided with Yari Montella (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) after a bold move from Montella’s teammate Can Oncu, which then skittled Aegerter, Andy Verdoia (GMT94 Yamaha) and Federico Caricasulo (Althea Racing). Although Aegerter wanted to re-join, he didn’t and was instead taken to the medical centre where he was diagnosed with concussion and therefore ruled out of the remainder of the round. For his role in the incident, Oncu was given a ride-through penalty for “irresponsible riding” before going on to finish in 21st. Also involved in the accident, Federico Caricasulo will be reviewed before Warm-Up.
WorldSSP resumes on Sunday from 9:25 (Local Time) followed by Race 2 at 12:45.
Philipp Öttl and Team Go Eleven confirm the agreement for the 2023 season, riding the Ducati V4-RS!
The German rider and the Italian team will continue their project in WorldSBK together, with the aim of realizing and improving the good performances shown in the debut year. The harmony within the Team is amazing, Philipp has achieved a seventh place as the best result so far, in a season also conditioned by the injury suffered at Estoril. Physically back to 100%, Öttl has resumed his growth path showing improvements session after session, even on totally new tracks. His attitude is truly a great professional, he works methodically to study the areas on which to improve and the potential is really high. In his debut year it was difficult to ask and expect more, but the fact that he is always fighting with the factory bikes and more experienced riders shows that he has the talent to aim high. We can’t wait to start a new season with all the references from the previous year!
Now, sign the deal, with a free mind and the peace of mind to continue together, it’s time to focus on the second half of 2022, six more races await us in which the goal is to try to conquer some Top Independents!
Philipp Oettl (Rider):
“I am excited about another year with the Team Go Eleven! We matched very well, and after Assen we were already quite close to the front group. We had some misfortunes during the year so far, I am happy that the Team wants to continue with me. This season is and will be all about learning, sometimes we can do steps forward and sometimes steps back, but it’s part of the growing process. We know we have a good potential, so I am super happy to be with them one year more!”
Denis Sacchetti (Team Manager):
“I believe it is the natural continuation of a path that we have started together at the end of 2021 and it is exciting to carry on this project in which we believe even more, precisely because we have had the opportunity to work with Philipp and appreciate him both professionally and personally. He has enormous potential and I am very happy to work with him, there is a special feeling between him and the whole team and we have important goals that unite us. So full speed ahead, now the motivation is very high, we have to have fun!”
More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:
Bautista claimed Race 1 victory to take Ducati’s 1000th WorldSBK podium
The Spanish rider won in the Czech Republic to extend his Championship lead
The start of World Superbike Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P1 – Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)
Bautista’s win gave Ducati their 1000 podium in WorldSBK. They are the first manufacturer to reach that milestone.
It was also Bautista’s 7th win this season, allowing him to consolidate his Championship lead to 29 points over Rea.
“I knew that here it was important to not lose time in the first corners because here with this rear tyre, with the harder compound, I struggled a little bit. I needed a couple of laps to warm it and after that I could make the same pace as Rea and Razgatlioglu. By mid-race, some drops of rain started to fall. It was a tricky moment. I saw that Rea and Razgatlioglu struggled. But in that moment, I felt quite confident, so I decided to take the lead. When the rain stopped, I tried to keep pushing and not make mistake. I’m really happy and also because it’s the 1000th podium of Ducati and to celebrate it with a victory is very special.”
Alvaro Bautista (19) won World Superbike Race One at Most. Photo courtesy Dorna.
P2 – Toprak Razgatlioglu (Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK)
A last lap move on Redding at Turn 13 gave Razgatlioglu the second place in Race 1.
He stands in third place in the Championship standings, having narrowed the gap to Rea in second from 26 to 19 points.
“Today I tried to fight for a great position. I tried to escape but it wasn’t possible because the acceleration was not good in the corner exit. I kept fighting for the podium. In the last lap, we had a great battle with Scott. I saw he was very strong in the last sector and also the second sector, I had just one chance. I tried. I passed him but I almost crashed, we both went a bit wide together. Anyway, we finished on the podium and we take good points in the Championship.”
P3 – Scott Redding (BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team)
Redding was able to hold off Rea in a last lap battle to take third place.
He claimed his 39th career podium, and his second in as many rounds in BMW colours
“From Donington we’ve made a step. There were a few question marks if we’ll continue this rhythm. This weekend we’ve been strong. In the race we showed good pace in the middle of the race to catch the front group. With a little bit of rain which was in my favor as well. To have another podium this weekend is a massive achievement.”
P4 – Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK)
Fighting for third place with Razgatlioglu and Redding, Rea was denied a podium and finished fourth.
He gives up 12 points to Championship leader Alvaro Bautista and is now 29 points behind the Spanish rider.
“We have to be content with our race; I felt really good but just ran into some little issues at the end of the race which held me back in the braking areas in a couple of corners. A little bit of brake fade, with the lever coming all the way back to the bar and I couldn’t put the pressure on the lever. Coupled with the fact that I couldn’t put the bike in position or stop so much, I was losing a little bit of time. Anyway, I have to be very content as we made a step from yesterday with my consistency in the middle part of the race and the pace was quite good. I think there were just some spots of rain halfway through the rain and I was out front, and I didn’t want to be the guinea pig to go down in the wet.
P5 – Axel Bassani (Motocorsa Racing)
Bassani finished in fifth place and finished as the best Independent rider.
He has recorded 13 top-ten finishes in 16 races so far in 2022.
“I’m really happy about the race. We finished in the top five and this was the goal. Yesterday I wasn’t happy with the feeling with my bike. But today with the team we did a very good job. We will see tomorrow. I hope to stay with the top three guys. It’s difficult but not impossible. We are here for this.”
P6 – Andrea Locatelli (Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK)
Locatelli was sixth as he finished with a three second advantage over Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati).
He stands in fourth place in the standings, six points ahead of Rinaldi.
“I did a really good start but then I made a small mistake in the fourth corner and I ran wide. When I returned to the track, I lose immediately my position to Redding and Bassani. I tried to stay with them, and I tried to push but I made many mistakes during the race. I was trying to close the gap to the front guys. When it started to rain, they were a bit slower so I tried to close the gap. In the end, it’s a positive weekend for us, we started in a good way. For sure it’s not our position but I need to be happy because the feeling with the bike is much better. Tomorrow we have another opportunity.”
To note:
Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) was eighth for his 16th straight race in the points.
Oliver Konig (Orelac Racing VerdNatura) finished in 16th place in Race 1 for his home round.
WorldSBK action resumes on Sunday from 09:00 (Local Time), followed by Tissot Superpole Race at 11:00 and Race 2 at 15:15.
Ducati Motor Holding's headquarters and factory in Borgo Panigale, Italy. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Ducati announces deliveries, revenue, and operating profit for the first half of 2022
Record revenue for the first half of 2022: 542 million euros, the highest figure ever recorded for Ducati in the first six months of the year
68 million operating profit, an increase over the first half of 2021
33,265 motorbikes delivered, the Multistrada V4 confirms its position as the most popular motorcycle among enthusiasts
Demand remains high with an order portfolio up 86% over the same period last year
Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy) – Ducati concludes the first six months of the year with excellent results, despite the challenges imposed by the ongoing supply and logistics crisis. In the semester from January to June 2022, the company’s revenue grew by 5.4%, going from 514 to 542 million euros. This is the highest figure ever recorded by the motorcycle manufacturer in the first six months of the year.
Operating profit also improved and marks a + 14.8% increase, growing from 59 to 68 million euros compared with the same period in 2021.
The Bologna-based motorbike manufacturer delivered a total of 33,265 motorcycles to enthusiast customers, containing a loss in deliveries of -3.6% compared to the same period in 2021 (34.515). This result was achieved thanks to great flexibility, constant dialogue with partners and the trade union, despite the difficulties related to the supply crisis.
Claudio Domenicali, Ducati CEO: “2021 was a record year for Ducati with the best result ever in terms of deliveries, revenues and operating profit. 2022 is proving to be a more challenging year: despite strong demand from enthusiasts, as evidenced by the order portfolio which at the end of the first half is up + 86% over the same period of 2021, the strong discontinuity in the world of logistics and supply remains. However, we managed to obtain satisfactory results considering the context in which we are operating, especially in terms of revenue, which is the best ever recorded in the first six months of the year. I would like to thank once again all the enthusiasts who continue to choose us, and I personally apologize to all those who had to or will have to wait longer than necessary to receive their bike.”
Henning Jens, Ducati CFO: “The financial performance of Ducati in the first half of 2022 again shows a solid improvement of the company compared to the previous year. Considering the unpredictable challenges in the supply chain, including significant raw material cost increases and parts shortages, this result proofs the high resilience of our financial set up and the flexibility of our operations. With 542 million Euros revenue, we achieved a new record, driven by a very high demand from our customers. Also based on fixed cost discipline and improved margins, we could even increase Operating Profit from 59 to 68 million Euros by 14.8% versus the same period of 2021. Backed by a very solid liquidity position, we will continue our investments in a qualitative growth of Ducati with new attractive premium products.”
The Chinese market is growing
Italy is confirmed as the first market for Ducati with 6,028 motorcycles delivered, followed by North America with 5,239 units, Germany with 3,745 motorcycles and France with 2,647. The numbers are significant in China, which reaches + 12% with 2,411 motorcycles delivered.
The Multistrada V4 remains the best-selling bike
Since its launch in 2020, the Multistrada V4 has enjoyed growing success among enthusiasts. Over time it has been able to live up to the expectations created, establishing itself as an ideal bike for any type of trip and taking a place among the most popular models in the Ducati range. Also for the first half of 2022 the Multistrada V4 is the most delivered bike with 6,139 units. Next is the Monster, with 4,776 motorcycles delivered, and the Scrambler Ducati 800 family with 3,999 motorcycles.
Future investments and network expansion
Thanks to its solid financial position, Ducati continues its ambitious development path that will lead the company to improve and grow further, also by means of entry into new market segments, always respecting its values of Style, Sophistication, Performance. All investments for technological development and product and process innovation are self-financed.
The continuous improvement and expansion of the global sales network, with the aim of serving the community of Ducatisti around the world, are also an important part of the company’s growth path. Through the digitization of processes and omnichannel within its dealers, Ducati wants to guarantee its enthusiasts an unforgettable experience that reflects the company’s values. To date, the Ducati network has 797 dealerships in over 90 countries around the world, 21 of which have been opened in the first six months of 2022.
Scott Briody, R.I.P. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy MotoAmerica.
Scott Briody, 1971-2022
BRAINERD, MN (July 29, 2022) – MotoAmerica and Brainerd International Raceway regretfully announce the passing of Scott Briody of Hannacroix, New York, who succumbed to injuries suffered in a single-motorcycle crash on July 29 at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota. Briody was 50 years old.
Briody was a competitor in MotoAmerica’s Stock 1000 class and the accident occurred during the first qualifying session for the class on Friday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Scott Briody,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his team and the MotoAmerica paddock.”
All on-track activity was cancelled for the remainder of Friday at BIR out of respect for Briody’s passing.
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
More, from a press release issued by AMA:
AMA Offers Condolences to Family, Friends of MotoAmerica Competitor Scott Briody
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association offers its condolences to the family, friends and team of Stock 1000 competitor Scott Briody, who succumbed to injuries sustained in qualifying at Brainard International Raceway today.
More information below from the official MotoAmerica release:
Scott Briody, 1971-2022
MotoAmerica and Brainerd International Raceway regretfully announce the passing of Scott Briody of Hannacroix, New York, who succumbed to injuries suffered in a single-motorcycle crash on July 29 at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota. Briody was 50 years old.
Briody was a competitor in MotoAmerica’s Stock 1000 class and the accident occurred during the first qualifying session for the class on Friday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Scott Briody,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his team and the MotoAmerica paddock.”
All on-track activity was cancelled for the remainder of Friday at BIR out of respect for Briody’s passing.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. Besides offering members money-saving discounts on products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a recently revitalized and monthly full-color magazine (and digital version of same) that covers current events and motorcycle history with brilliant photography and compelling writing. American Motorcyclist is also North America’s largest-circulation magazine. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
Not a member? Join the AMA today: AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Turn One at Laguna Seca, as seen from Turn Two, with the pedestrian bridge set to be replaced visible in the background. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
County of Monterey Board of Supervisors Approve Final Funding to Replace Pedestrian Bridge and Resurfacing at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Construction Projects to Begin November
MONTEREY, Calif., July 29, 2022 – The County of Monterey Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted to approve the project budget of $14,902,198 and directed staff to proceed with replacing the start/finish bridge and resurfacing the 2.238-mile road course at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Owned by the County of Monterey, the investment represents the Supervisors’ deep commitment to ensuring the long-term future of the internationally known facility. Granite Construction was awarded the project.
In making the presentation before the Board, Randell Ishii, Director of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks; and Bryan Flores, Chief of Parks, illustrated the economic benefits of completing the two projects in unison. The start/finish bridge is reaching the end of its lifespan and requires replacement for public safety while also enhancing future revenue opportunities.
John Narigi, President and General Manager of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, praised the public works, facilities and parks staff for their support and management, whose department assumed oversight of the Laguna Seca Recreation Area late last year.
“Mr. Ishii and Mr. Flores expertly presented the scenarios for what this facility needs to keep it among the elite tracks in the world and for the betterment of Monterey County residents and businesses,” Narigi said. “Their expertise and commitment to the Laguna Seca Recreation Area is what delivered this project from conception to implementation. They and the Board of Supervisors are owed a major round of applause.”
In April, the Board of Supervisors approved an estimated cost of $9,725,000 for the two critical projects. But because of the unprecedented worldwide influences of increased transportation and petroleum costs, the cost of the project came in well over the estimate.
“I will admit that I was very concerned the increased costs that were completely out of anyone’s control might negatively affect proceeding with the project,” Narigi added. “The Supervisors’ questions and concerns for the increased funding was evident, but they also knew how important Laguna Seca is to the Monterey County economy, impacting our local retail and hospitality industries and the non-profits which support operational needs during event weeks. Their support is the strongest voice the Laguna Seca Recreation Area has received and indicates their commitment to a bright, multi-use future for the park.”
Construction is scheduled to begin in November that will close the racing surface. The campgrounds will remain open daily and there are many activities being planned that will utilize WeatherTech Raceway for both non-racing and non-motorsport events. The Paddock and Hagerty Marketplace will be open to a wide variety of activities that can be held while construction is occurring. If interested in booking an event at Laguna Seca Recreation Area, please contact Karen Carr at 831-242-8202 or email at [email protected].
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