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Moto2: Dixon Is Best On Day One Of Portimao Test
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More, from a press release issued by Dorna:
Dixon, Canet, Fernandez and Acosta split by 0.095 on Saturday
It’s tight at the top as Moto2™ get testing underway in Portugal
Saturday, 19 February 2022
Day 1 of the official Moto2™ and Moto3™ test at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve saw Jake Dixon (GASGAS Aspar Team) make a late lunge to the top in the intermediate class, the Brit ending the day 0.075 ahead of Aron Canet (Flexbox HP 40). Almost as close was Augusto Fernandez (Red Bull KTM Ajo), only another four thousandths in arrears. Only a few more thousandths behind came his teammate, reigning Moto3™ World Champion Pedro Acosta, with last year’s rookie sensation maintaining that moniker as he moves into the intermediate class…
Then came a small gap back to Cameron Beaubier (American Racing) as the number 6 ended the day 0.265 off Acosta, heading up another group of incredibly tight lap times. Ai Ogura (Idemitsu Honda Team Asia) and Albert Arenas (GASGAS Aspar Team) were up next, with Marcel Schrötter (Liqui Moly Intact GP) just 0.002 off Arenas. Joe Roberts (Italtrans Racing Team) took P9, with Fermin Aldeguer (Speed Up Racing) taking tenth.
The likes of Fernandez, Acosta, Ogura, Beaubier and Sam Lowes (Elf Marc VDS Racing) didn’t head out in the final session and with lap times only a second off the pole record already, how much more will get pulled out the locker on Day 2?
Testing resumes tomorrow, so check out motogp.com and social media to keep up with all the action from the Algarve!
Suzuki fastest on Day 1 at Portimão
Leopard Racing’s new arrival heads the timesheets ahead of Guevara and rookie Muñoz
Tatsuki Suzuki began his tenure with Leopard Racing by topping the timesheets on Day 1, the Japanese rider putting in a 1’48.575 to pull nearly a tenth and a half clear of Izan Guevara (GASGAS Aspar Team), who is gearing up for his second season in Moto3™. It was a rookie completing the top three though, with David Muñoz (BOE SKX) 0.283 off the top.
That denied Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) as the Turk was an apt 0.053 further back, with another rookie standout in fifth: Diogo Moreira (MT Helmets – MSI). The Brazilian debutant was even closer in the tight field, 0.017 off Öncü.
Adrian Fernandez seems to be settling in at Red Bull KTM Tech 3 as he ended Day 1 in P6, just ahead of Sergio Garcia (GASGAS Aspar Team). Carlos Tatay (CFMoto Racing PrüstelGP) put CFMoto into the top ten on their debut in P8, ahead of another impressive rookie in Ivan Ortola (Team MTA). Ayumu Sasaki’s first official day in Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max colours saw the Japanese rider complete the top ten.
That leaves the likes of Jaume Masia (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and John McPhee (Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max) outside the top ten, but it is, after all, only the first day. And Dennis Foggia (Leopard Racing), the runner up last season, will be glad of that too as he was sidelined due to illness.
Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) is also sidelined, the Japanese rookie through injury after breaking his ankle, and he will unfortunately miss the test.
There’s more action tomorrow though, so stay up to date on on motogp.com and across social media as the lightweight class take on pre-season.
Moto2: Fernandez Leads, Beaubier P3 Again In FP2 At Portimao Test
FIM Moto2 and Moto3 World Championship Test
Algarve International Circuit
Portimao, Portugal
February 19, 2022
Free Practice Two Results (all using Triumph engines and Dunlop tires):
- Augusto Fernandez, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.258
- Pedro Acosta, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.263
- Cameron Beaubier, USA (Kalex), 1:43.529
- Ai Ogura, Japan (Kalex), 1:43.555
- Marcel Schrotter, Germany (Kalex), 1:43.583
- Aron Canet, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.736
- Albert Arenas, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.767
- Jake Dixon, UK (Kalex), 1:44.019
- Fermin Aldeguer, Spain (Boscoscuro), 1:44.245
- Marcos Ramirez, Spain (MV Agusta), 1:44.325
- Jorge Navarro, Spain (Kalex), 1:44.469
- Joe Roberts, USA (Kalex), 1:44.557
- Celestino Vietti, Italy (Kalex), 1:44.603
- Bo Bendsneyder, Netherlands (MV Agusta), 1:44.609
- Tony Arbolino, Italy (Kalex), 1:44.699
- Filip Salac, Czech Republic (Kalex), 1:44.837
- Manuel Gonzalez, Spain (Kalex), 1:44.895
- Romano Fenati, Italy (Boscoscuro), 1:44.950
- Somkiat Chantra, Thailand (Kalex), 1:45.034
- Simon Corsi, Italy (MV Agusta), 1:45.057
- Sam Lowes, UK (Kalex), 1:45.254
- Sean Dylan Kelly, USA (Kalex), 1:45.428
- Barry Baltus, Belgium (Kalex), 1:45.453
- Keminth Kubo, Thailand (Kalex), 1:45.732
- Zonta Van Den Goorbergh, Netherlands (Kalex), 1:45.890
- Jeremy Alcoba, Spain (Kalex), 1:46.022
- Alessandro Zaccone, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.053
- Gabriel Rodrigo, Argentina (Kalex), 1:46.725
- Niccolo Antonelli, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.736
- Lorenzo Dalla Porto, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.810
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New Book Available: “When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing”
“When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing” The Book, now available from Motion Pro
Loomis, CA. – Motion Pro, Inc. is proud to announce a project that has been years in the making, “When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing” the book, is now available for purchase exclusively through Motion Pro at whenhondawentdirttrackracing.com.
Get the complete history of Honda’s involvement in dirt track racing, during the ‘80s and ‘90s. The premium hardcover book with dust jacket cover will be limited to 1,000 printed copies. Includes over 500 pages of compelling interviews and first-hand accounts of when Honda entered dirt track racing, leading to their development of the legendary Honda RS750D dirt tracker and fueling the Honda versus Harley rivalry, an iconic chapter in dirt track racing history. The story is told largely in the form of 60 plus interviews with some (unfortunately not all) of the participants, A large selection of photographs accompanies the narrative along with copies of period journalism. Now available for purchase online, get your copy today!
“We’re excited to release this exclusive new book! It’s been years in the making, and a lot of research with many of the racers and individuals who were around during the era. You will not find a more complete story of Honda’s history in Dirt Track Racing. Thanks to all my colleagues and contributors who helped tell this story,” said Chris Carter, owner of Motion Pro, Inc.
Gerald Foster added, “I would like to thank everyone involved with this book, from the bottom of my heart. I’m truly grateful for the personal time and effort each contributor made. This has been a herculean task over a number of years and I hope you and motorcycle fans all around the globe will enjoy it.”
For more information visit: http://whenhondawentdirttrackracing.com/
About Motion Pro
Motion Pro was founded in 1984 by 6-day ISDT gold medal winner, Christopher Carter. The brand has been involved in motorsports since it was founded, proudly supporting both professional and amateur riders. While Motion Pro has its roots in dirt track, they also support off-road, supercross, motocross, ATV, and various other disciplines. As we step into a new, golden era of American Flat Track racing, Motion Pro continues to focus on delivering tools and products that make it easier for enthusiast to maintain and repair all types of motorcycles, ATVs and UTVs and deliver an exceptional experience to all its customers. Visit https://www.motionpro.com/ for more information.
MotoAmerica: Video Interview With Cameron Petersen
Racer, TrackDaz owner, and CRA co-founder Dustin Coyner interviews MotoAmerica Superbike racer Cameron Petersen about his new ride on the Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha team.
Isle Of Man TT: More On Live Streaming
THE ISLE OF MAN TT RACES GOES LIVE & ON DEMAND
The Isle of Man TT Races fueled by Monster Energy will roar back into action in just 100 days’ time, as racing returns to the world-famous TT Mountain Course for the first time in two years. With more ways to follow the event than ever before, fans around the world can now immerse themselves in all things TT with the launch of the TT’s own digital channel, delivering full live stream coverage and a raft of year-round behind-the-scenes content.
Launching this spring, the TT’s very own digital channel (TT+) will gift fans year-round access to the TT and its competitors. A full grid of brand-new free-to-access content will be delivered across the year, including an annual feature-length documentary (Autumn 2022) and a multi-episode docuseries (Spring 2023).
But it doesn’t stop there. Free-to-access original content will come thick and fast to TT+, with features, interviews and exclusive on-board action unlike anything seen previously. TT+ will also gift fans immediate access to 24 hours of archive race highlights from the recent history of the TT. Subscribers to TT+ will also gain free access to live events such as the TT Preview Show (April 2022) as well as coverage of the TT’s first Esports competition, coming in the near future.
In June TT+ will deliver uninterrupted live visual coverage for the first time in the TT’s 115-year history, bringing all the action, reaction, and insight straight to thousands of TT fans worldwide via the TT+ Live Pass. Available for a one-off payment of £14.99*, the TT+ Live Pass will reward fans with up to 40 hours of live qualifying and race coverage at TT 2022, including all the pre-race build up and post-race analysis that goes with it.
Isle of Man production company, Greenlight Television, is behind the live broadcast and have assembled a 200-strong production team to capture the TT like never before. With a significant uplift in the number of live-action cameras found around the course, the edge-of-your-seat experience of watching the TT in real time can now be enjoyed by anyone with an internet connection – no matter where they are in the world.
Covering the TT races live also means working from the air with the time trial format dictating the use of not one, but two, live cam helicopters. Operating each side of the Mountain Course, the two heli-cams are set to capture live the true-essence of TT racing: the lone rider slicing through the Manx countryside at speeds approaching 200mph.
Helping decipher the race as it unfolds will be a new on-screen graphics package, allowing fans to keep track of those all-important leader boards – as well as providing real-time updates on competitors circulating further down the running order.
Presenting the TT live broadcast is an experienced team, including TT regulars, Matt Roberts and Amy Williams, both hugely respected presenters thanks to their work in motorcycling and the Winter Olympics respectively. A new face to the TT, however, is Jennie Gow. The highly acclaimed journalist and broadcaster makes her debut covering the TT after a career spent working on the world’s biggest motorsport events such as Formula 1, MotoGP and Formula E.
Also joining the presenting team is regular BBC sport correspondent, Rick Faragher, who will be delving deep into the race awnings to bring you all the breaking news and behind-the-scenes developments.
The commentary team features TT regular, Dave Moore, who will be sharing the role of lead commentator with Andrew Coley, whose credits include FIA World Rally Cross, MotoGP and the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Joining Dave and Andrew as pundits are double TT winners Cameron Donald and Steve Plater.
Informing and entertaining fans since 1964, Radio TT will also make its return in 2022 with full live coverage of every qualifying session and race. The new-look radio team will have near-complete and continuous oversight of the whole course for the first time, thanks to the introduction of the live television broadcast.
Following in the footsteps of motorsport broadcasting icons such as Murray Walker, Peter Kneale and Geoff Cannell, the TT’s radio coverage will be anchored by the highly respected Steve Day, whose voice will already be known to fans of MotoGP and World Superbike. Joining Steve in the control tower as chief-analyst is Chris Boyde, who has been commentating on Manx motorsport for years and has an unrivalled knowledge of the facts and figures behind TT racing.
Reporting from pit lane will be Isle of Man radio personalities, Chris Kinley and Beth Espey. Chris will need no introduction to TT fans, having covered the event since 2003, while Beth is likely to be a new voice to race fans. An expert interviewer, she brings an instinctive understanding of how proud the Isle of Man is of its greatest event.
The TV and Radio broadcasts will also benefit from an expanded team of pundits who will be working across both platforms. Former TT competitors, Mark Miller, Horst Saiger, Jenny Tinmouth and Patrick Farrance, will be joined by leading journalist, John Hogan, and current TT competitor, Maria Costello MBE, with each providing some respective expert analysis and unique insight.
Jennie Gow – “It’s an exciting time for the Isle of Man TT Races as the introduction of live coverage brings international recognition to the greatest road race of all time. It’s been on my bucket list for a long time as a motorsport presenter and I can’t wait to join up with the team on site and bring you all the action. We all know how exciting the TT is and that’s why we all love it. To be able to share that with so many more people is incredible. We’ll be presenting more than just racing; we’ll be introducing all the incredible personalities, showcasing their talents and unique mind-set as they take on the challenging mountain course.
I’m genuinely thrilled to be part of the TT’s live broadcast team. I can’t wait to be on the Island and part of the action as the anticipation for the return of the legendary road racing event builds.”
Matt Roberts – “This isn’t the first time I’ve been part of the broadcasting team for the TT; however, thanks to the introduction of TT+, I would say it’s the most exciting year, with by far the most potential. The important thing for me is that we can come together as a broadcasting team and really immerse the viewers in the action and convey the raw energy and emotion that’s synonymous with the spectacular Isle of Man TT Races.
I’m confident there’ll be some real edge of your seat moments that will really grip the viewers. The use of heli-cam and curb-side cameras alone are going to drive the experience to a new level, and for motorsport fans around the world that haven’t yet experienced the TT. It’s going to blow their minds. It’s a huge prospect and I’m really looking forward to it.”
Cam Donald – “The Isle of Man TT Races have always been a massive part of my life, firstly as a competitor and now as a member of the broadcasting team and it’s hugely exciting. Although I have to say I’m not sure what I’m more nervous about: working on a live broadcast or hurtling down Bray Hill on a Superbike. They both get the adrenaline going and that’s what the TT is about, excitement.
Living in Australia, I’ve been able to experience first-hand the potential of international broadcasting. It’s hard to believe a love of the TT is already so deep rooted across Australia thanks to existing television highlight coverage, so live coverage via TT+ will really broaden the opportunities in a lot of countries. It’s going to take the event to the next level and I can’t wait to be part of it.”
For more information and more ways to follow, check out iomttraces.com/follow
WorldSBK: Honda Happy With Tests In Portugal
Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge complete fruitful tests at rollercoaster Portimão
Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge have completed two more days of testing in preparation for the 2022 Superbike World Championship season.
Two very important days for the Team HRC riders, who were able to ride their CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADES at the spectacular Portuguese circuit of Portimão for the first time. The undulating track is very different to that of Jerez, where the team completed its first three test sessions.
Particularly on day one, which brought sunny conditions and a maximum temperature of around 20°C, both Iker and Xavi were able to make the most of the available track time, working with their respective teams to both adapt to the new category and help develop their Honda bikes, work that continues at full speed.
With just enough to pack up, Team HRC will be back on track in a few days’ time, returning to the Andalusian track of Jerez de la Frontera for another test session scheduled to take place on 22-23 February.
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“I’m really happy with my feeling with the Honda at this track, having only tested at Jerez up until now. At the beginning I felt like I had never ridden at this track before. Lap after lap, I began to get used to the feeling, gain in confidence, and better understand the flow and the speed – I’ve really enjoyed it. We’ve started to try some different items and set-ups, focusing on the electronics and bike geometry. One very positive thing is that we have been able to improve with every exit we’ve made, smoothly and without delay. Today’s temperatures were a little colder than we expected after yesterday’s perfect weather, but we completed a long run and it was really useful for me and for the team to see how that went and how I felt during it. Over the two days we’ve completed a great deal of laps and collated so much information that will help the technicians to prepare for the next test. We need to continue like this because we are working well and in the right direction.”
Iker Lecuona 7
“I’m really pleased because we’ve improved a lot over the two days, both in terms of my feeling with the bike and the bike’s overall performance. On Thursday we worked on the tyres and also tested some new items, taking a good step forward in the process and lapping very consistently. Today the weather was slightly less kind, colder and windier, and the asphalt was also a lot colder than yesterday. But we made some progress regardless, and that’s very good news. I’m also happy that my feeling with the bike has been similar both here and at Jerez, two very different tracks. The good points and the points we need to improve upon are essentially the same at both circuits, which means our direction is clear. Now we will turn our attentions to Jerez because we need to carry on in this way.”
Moto2: Three-Day Test Starts Saturday At Portimao
Moto2™ and Moto3™ take on Portimão for pre-season
The only official test for the intermediate and lightweight classes is about to get underway at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve
Friday, 18 February 2022
There have been a few private test days for many in the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes so far, but now it’s time to get down to official business. The Autodromo Internacional do Algarve plays host and the field have three days on track, with each class given three 70-minute sessions per day. Moto3™ start first on Saturday, Moto2™ on Sunday and Moto3™ return to the first slot on Monday.
Action begins at 10:00 (GMT) on each day and finishes at 18:00.
Live Timing is available throughout the test on motogp.com, as well as round ups, interviews and a host of updates to stay on top of the action.
Moto2™
There will be keen interest surrounding Aki Ajo’s new-look Red Bull KTM Ajo, with reigning Moto3™ Champion Pedro Acosta joined by Augusto Fernandez in the Finn’s squad for the forthcoming season. They’ll be hoping they can keep the Moto2™ title within the ranks come the end of the season, but Remy Gardner and Raul Fernandez certainly set records that will take some beating. So far though in the circuit timing provided from private testing, Acosta has looked fast.
However, Sam Lowes (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team), Aron Canet (Flexbox HP40) and Ai Ogura (Idemitsu Honda Team Asia) will have other ideas about another Red Bull KTM Ajo-dominated season, and they’ll be looking to blast out the blocks and maximise track time to get ready to race. The likes of Fermin Aldeguer (Speed Up Racing), already having impressed since he arrived mid-season last year, and Joe Roberts (Italtrans Racing Team), looking for a turnaround after a largely tougher 2021, have also looked quick as well.
Cameron Beaubier (American Racing), meanwhile, is looking to consolidate his progress too, and he’s now joined by countryman Sean Dylan Kelly, who’ll be interesting to watch. Romano Fenati (Speed Up Racing) returns to the class, Jorge Navarro moves to Flexbox HP 40, Jake Dixon to GASGAS Aspar… Tony Arbolino will have high hopes for his new era at Elf Marc VDS Racing Team too. And how will the rookies fare? A good few familiar faces from Moto3™ make the move alongside Acosta, so the stage is set for an interesting outing on the Algarve.
Moto3™
In Moto3™, Dennis Foggia (Leopard Racing), Sergio Garcia (GASGAS Aspar Team) and Jaume Masia (Red Bull KTM Ajo) arrive into 2022 as the likely the riders to beat, with all three carrying considerable experience in the class and race-winning, Championship-challenging pedigree.
The experience and speed continues with the likes of Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Tech 3), John McPhee and teammate Ayumu Sasaki (Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max), Andrea Migno (Rivacold Snipers Team) and Tatsuki Suzuki (Leopard Racing), and they’ll all be gunning for glory in a packed field.
The lightweight class also sees the addition of some exciting names to the grid for 2022. Ana Carrasco (BOE SKX) returns to the class for the first time since 2015, while the likes of 2021 Moto3™ Junior World Champion Daniel Holgado (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and frontrunners Joel Kelso (CIP Green Power), Scott Ogden (VisionTrack Racing Team) and Mario Aji (Honda Team Asia) bolster the list of rookie riders with burgeoning potential. There’s also Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) to watch out for – he was undefeated on the way to the 2021 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup crown, and won his first ever Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup race on a track he’d never ridden before. Can the Japanese rider hit the ground running?
Stay up to date with everything from testing as the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes get ready to race!
Moto2: Canet P1, Roberts P7 In FP4 At Portimao Test
Moto2: Dixon Is Best On Day One Of Portimao Test
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More, from a press release issued by Dorna:
Dixon, Canet, Fernandez and Acosta split by 0.095 on Saturday
It’s tight at the top as Moto2™ get testing underway in Portugal
Saturday, 19 February 2022
Day 1 of the official Moto2™ and Moto3™ test at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve saw Jake Dixon (GASGAS Aspar Team) make a late lunge to the top in the intermediate class, the Brit ending the day 0.075 ahead of Aron Canet (Flexbox HP 40). Almost as close was Augusto Fernandez (Red Bull KTM Ajo), only another four thousandths in arrears. Only a few more thousandths behind came his teammate, reigning Moto3™ World Champion Pedro Acosta, with last year’s rookie sensation maintaining that moniker as he moves into the intermediate class…
Then came a small gap back to Cameron Beaubier (American Racing) as the number 6 ended the day 0.265 off Acosta, heading up another group of incredibly tight lap times. Ai Ogura (Idemitsu Honda Team Asia) and Albert Arenas (GASGAS Aspar Team) were up next, with Marcel Schrötter (Liqui Moly Intact GP) just 0.002 off Arenas. Joe Roberts (Italtrans Racing Team) took P9, with Fermin Aldeguer (Speed Up Racing) taking tenth.
The likes of Fernandez, Acosta, Ogura, Beaubier and Sam Lowes (Elf Marc VDS Racing) didn’t head out in the final session and with lap times only a second off the pole record already, how much more will get pulled out the locker on Day 2?
Testing resumes tomorrow, so check out motogp.com and social media to keep up with all the action from the Algarve!
Suzuki fastest on Day 1 at Portimão
Leopard Racing’s new arrival heads the timesheets ahead of Guevara and rookie Muñoz
Tatsuki Suzuki began his tenure with Leopard Racing by topping the timesheets on Day 1, the Japanese rider putting in a 1’48.575 to pull nearly a tenth and a half clear of Izan Guevara (GASGAS Aspar Team), who is gearing up for his second season in Moto3™. It was a rookie completing the top three though, with David Muñoz (BOE SKX) 0.283 off the top.
That denied Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) as the Turk was an apt 0.053 further back, with another rookie standout in fifth: Diogo Moreira (MT Helmets – MSI). The Brazilian debutant was even closer in the tight field, 0.017 off Öncü.
Adrian Fernandez seems to be settling in at Red Bull KTM Tech 3 as he ended Day 1 in P6, just ahead of Sergio Garcia (GASGAS Aspar Team). Carlos Tatay (CFMoto Racing PrüstelGP) put CFMoto into the top ten on their debut in P8, ahead of another impressive rookie in Ivan Ortola (Team MTA). Ayumu Sasaki’s first official day in Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max colours saw the Japanese rider complete the top ten.
That leaves the likes of Jaume Masia (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and John McPhee (Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max) outside the top ten, but it is, after all, only the first day. And Dennis Foggia (Leopard Racing), the runner up last season, will be glad of that too as he was sidelined due to illness.
Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) is also sidelined, the Japanese rookie through injury after breaking his ankle, and he will unfortunately miss the test.
There’s more action tomorrow though, so stay up to date on on motogp.com and across social media as the lightweight class take on pre-season.
Moto2: Dixon Quickest, Roberts P4 In FP3 At Portimao Test
Moto2: Fernandez Leads, Beaubier P3 Again In FP2 At Portimao Test
FIM Moto2 and Moto3 World Championship Test
Algarve International Circuit
Portimao, Portugal
February 19, 2022
Free Practice Two Results (all using Triumph engines and Dunlop tires):
- Augusto Fernandez, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.258
- Pedro Acosta, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.263
- Cameron Beaubier, USA (Kalex), 1:43.529
- Ai Ogura, Japan (Kalex), 1:43.555
- Marcel Schrotter, Germany (Kalex), 1:43.583
- Aron Canet, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.736
- Albert Arenas, Spain (Kalex), 1:43.767
- Jake Dixon, UK (Kalex), 1:44.019
- Fermin Aldeguer, Spain (Boscoscuro), 1:44.245
- Marcos Ramirez, Spain (MV Agusta), 1:44.325
- Jorge Navarro, Spain (Kalex), 1:44.469
- Joe Roberts, USA (Kalex), 1:44.557
- Celestino Vietti, Italy (Kalex), 1:44.603
- Bo Bendsneyder, Netherlands (MV Agusta), 1:44.609
- Tony Arbolino, Italy (Kalex), 1:44.699
- Filip Salac, Czech Republic (Kalex), 1:44.837
- Manuel Gonzalez, Spain (Kalex), 1:44.895
- Romano Fenati, Italy (Boscoscuro), 1:44.950
- Somkiat Chantra, Thailand (Kalex), 1:45.034
- Simon Corsi, Italy (MV Agusta), 1:45.057
- Sam Lowes, UK (Kalex), 1:45.254
- Sean Dylan Kelly, USA (Kalex), 1:45.428
- Barry Baltus, Belgium (Kalex), 1:45.453
- Keminth Kubo, Thailand (Kalex), 1:45.732
- Zonta Van Den Goorbergh, Netherlands (Kalex), 1:45.890
- Jeremy Alcoba, Spain (Kalex), 1:46.022
- Alessandro Zaccone, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.053
- Gabriel Rodrigo, Argentina (Kalex), 1:46.725
- Niccolo Antonelli, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.736
- Lorenzo Dalla Porto, Italy (Kalex), 1:46.810
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Moto2: Fernandez Fastest, Beaubier P3 In FP1 At Portimao Test
New Book Available: “When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing”
“When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing” The Book, now available from Motion Pro
Loomis, CA. – Motion Pro, Inc. is proud to announce a project that has been years in the making, “When Honda Went Dirt Track Racing” the book, is now available for purchase exclusively through Motion Pro at whenhondawentdirttrackracing.com.
Get the complete history of Honda’s involvement in dirt track racing, during the ‘80s and ‘90s. The premium hardcover book with dust jacket cover will be limited to 1,000 printed copies. Includes over 500 pages of compelling interviews and first-hand accounts of when Honda entered dirt track racing, leading to their development of the legendary Honda RS750D dirt tracker and fueling the Honda versus Harley rivalry, an iconic chapter in dirt track racing history. The story is told largely in the form of 60 plus interviews with some (unfortunately not all) of the participants, A large selection of photographs accompanies the narrative along with copies of period journalism. Now available for purchase online, get your copy today!
“We’re excited to release this exclusive new book! It’s been years in the making, and a lot of research with many of the racers and individuals who were around during the era. You will not find a more complete story of Honda’s history in Dirt Track Racing. Thanks to all my colleagues and contributors who helped tell this story,” said Chris Carter, owner of Motion Pro, Inc.
Gerald Foster added, “I would like to thank everyone involved with this book, from the bottom of my heart. I’m truly grateful for the personal time and effort each contributor made. This has been a herculean task over a number of years and I hope you and motorcycle fans all around the globe will enjoy it.”
For more information visit: http://whenhondawentdirttrackracing.com/
About Motion Pro
Motion Pro was founded in 1984 by 6-day ISDT gold medal winner, Christopher Carter. The brand has been involved in motorsports since it was founded, proudly supporting both professional and amateur riders. While Motion Pro has its roots in dirt track, they also support off-road, supercross, motocross, ATV, and various other disciplines. As we step into a new, golden era of American Flat Track racing, Motion Pro continues to focus on delivering tools and products that make it easier for enthusiast to maintain and repair all types of motorcycles, ATVs and UTVs and deliver an exceptional experience to all its customers. Visit https://www.motionpro.com/ for more information.
MotoAmerica: Video Interview With Cameron Petersen
Racer, TrackDaz owner, and CRA co-founder Dustin Coyner interviews MotoAmerica Superbike racer Cameron Petersen about his new ride on the Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha team.
Isle Of Man TT: More On Live Streaming
THE ISLE OF MAN TT RACES GOES LIVE & ON DEMAND
The Isle of Man TT Races fueled by Monster Energy will roar back into action in just 100 days’ time, as racing returns to the world-famous TT Mountain Course for the first time in two years. With more ways to follow the event than ever before, fans around the world can now immerse themselves in all things TT with the launch of the TT’s own digital channel, delivering full live stream coverage and a raft of year-round behind-the-scenes content.
Launching this spring, the TT’s very own digital channel (TT+) will gift fans year-round access to the TT and its competitors. A full grid of brand-new free-to-access content will be delivered across the year, including an annual feature-length documentary (Autumn 2022) and a multi-episode docuseries (Spring 2023).
But it doesn’t stop there. Free-to-access original content will come thick and fast to TT+, with features, interviews and exclusive on-board action unlike anything seen previously. TT+ will also gift fans immediate access to 24 hours of archive race highlights from the recent history of the TT. Subscribers to TT+ will also gain free access to live events such as the TT Preview Show (April 2022) as well as coverage of the TT’s first Esports competition, coming in the near future.
In June TT+ will deliver uninterrupted live visual coverage for the first time in the TT’s 115-year history, bringing all the action, reaction, and insight straight to thousands of TT fans worldwide via the TT+ Live Pass. Available for a one-off payment of £14.99*, the TT+ Live Pass will reward fans with up to 40 hours of live qualifying and race coverage at TT 2022, including all the pre-race build up and post-race analysis that goes with it.
Isle of Man production company, Greenlight Television, is behind the live broadcast and have assembled a 200-strong production team to capture the TT like never before. With a significant uplift in the number of live-action cameras found around the course, the edge-of-your-seat experience of watching the TT in real time can now be enjoyed by anyone with an internet connection – no matter where they are in the world.
Covering the TT races live also means working from the air with the time trial format dictating the use of not one, but two, live cam helicopters. Operating each side of the Mountain Course, the two heli-cams are set to capture live the true-essence of TT racing: the lone rider slicing through the Manx countryside at speeds approaching 200mph.
Helping decipher the race as it unfolds will be a new on-screen graphics package, allowing fans to keep track of those all-important leader boards – as well as providing real-time updates on competitors circulating further down the running order.
Presenting the TT live broadcast is an experienced team, including TT regulars, Matt Roberts and Amy Williams, both hugely respected presenters thanks to their work in motorcycling and the Winter Olympics respectively. A new face to the TT, however, is Jennie Gow. The highly acclaimed journalist and broadcaster makes her debut covering the TT after a career spent working on the world’s biggest motorsport events such as Formula 1, MotoGP and Formula E.
Also joining the presenting team is regular BBC sport correspondent, Rick Faragher, who will be delving deep into the race awnings to bring you all the breaking news and behind-the-scenes developments.
The commentary team features TT regular, Dave Moore, who will be sharing the role of lead commentator with Andrew Coley, whose credits include FIA World Rally Cross, MotoGP and the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Joining Dave and Andrew as pundits are double TT winners Cameron Donald and Steve Plater.
Informing and entertaining fans since 1964, Radio TT will also make its return in 2022 with full live coverage of every qualifying session and race. The new-look radio team will have near-complete and continuous oversight of the whole course for the first time, thanks to the introduction of the live television broadcast.
Following in the footsteps of motorsport broadcasting icons such as Murray Walker, Peter Kneale and Geoff Cannell, the TT’s radio coverage will be anchored by the highly respected Steve Day, whose voice will already be known to fans of MotoGP and World Superbike. Joining Steve in the control tower as chief-analyst is Chris Boyde, who has been commentating on Manx motorsport for years and has an unrivalled knowledge of the facts and figures behind TT racing.
Reporting from pit lane will be Isle of Man radio personalities, Chris Kinley and Beth Espey. Chris will need no introduction to TT fans, having covered the event since 2003, while Beth is likely to be a new voice to race fans. An expert interviewer, she brings an instinctive understanding of how proud the Isle of Man is of its greatest event.
The TV and Radio broadcasts will also benefit from an expanded team of pundits who will be working across both platforms. Former TT competitors, Mark Miller, Horst Saiger, Jenny Tinmouth and Patrick Farrance, will be joined by leading journalist, John Hogan, and current TT competitor, Maria Costello MBE, with each providing some respective expert analysis and unique insight.
Jennie Gow – “It’s an exciting time for the Isle of Man TT Races as the introduction of live coverage brings international recognition to the greatest road race of all time. It’s been on my bucket list for a long time as a motorsport presenter and I can’t wait to join up with the team on site and bring you all the action. We all know how exciting the TT is and that’s why we all love it. To be able to share that with so many more people is incredible. We’ll be presenting more than just racing; we’ll be introducing all the incredible personalities, showcasing their talents and unique mind-set as they take on the challenging mountain course.
I’m genuinely thrilled to be part of the TT’s live broadcast team. I can’t wait to be on the Island and part of the action as the anticipation for the return of the legendary road racing event builds.”
Matt Roberts – “This isn’t the first time I’ve been part of the broadcasting team for the TT; however, thanks to the introduction of TT+, I would say it’s the most exciting year, with by far the most potential. The important thing for me is that we can come together as a broadcasting team and really immerse the viewers in the action and convey the raw energy and emotion that’s synonymous with the spectacular Isle of Man TT Races.
I’m confident there’ll be some real edge of your seat moments that will really grip the viewers. The use of heli-cam and curb-side cameras alone are going to drive the experience to a new level, and for motorsport fans around the world that haven’t yet experienced the TT. It’s going to blow their minds. It’s a huge prospect and I’m really looking forward to it.”
Cam Donald – “The Isle of Man TT Races have always been a massive part of my life, firstly as a competitor and now as a member of the broadcasting team and it’s hugely exciting. Although I have to say I’m not sure what I’m more nervous about: working on a live broadcast or hurtling down Bray Hill on a Superbike. They both get the adrenaline going and that’s what the TT is about, excitement.
Living in Australia, I’ve been able to experience first-hand the potential of international broadcasting. It’s hard to believe a love of the TT is already so deep rooted across Australia thanks to existing television highlight coverage, so live coverage via TT+ will really broaden the opportunities in a lot of countries. It’s going to take the event to the next level and I can’t wait to be part of it.”
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WorldSBK: Honda Happy With Tests In Portugal
Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge complete fruitful tests at rollercoaster Portimão
Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge have completed two more days of testing in preparation for the 2022 Superbike World Championship season.
Two very important days for the Team HRC riders, who were able to ride their CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADES at the spectacular Portuguese circuit of Portimão for the first time. The undulating track is very different to that of Jerez, where the team completed its first three test sessions.
Particularly on day one, which brought sunny conditions and a maximum temperature of around 20°C, both Iker and Xavi were able to make the most of the available track time, working with their respective teams to both adapt to the new category and help develop their Honda bikes, work that continues at full speed.
With just enough to pack up, Team HRC will be back on track in a few days’ time, returning to the Andalusian track of Jerez de la Frontera for another test session scheduled to take place on 22-23 February.
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“I’m really happy with my feeling with the Honda at this track, having only tested at Jerez up until now. At the beginning I felt like I had never ridden at this track before. Lap after lap, I began to get used to the feeling, gain in confidence, and better understand the flow and the speed – I’ve really enjoyed it. We’ve started to try some different items and set-ups, focusing on the electronics and bike geometry. One very positive thing is that we have been able to improve with every exit we’ve made, smoothly and without delay. Today’s temperatures were a little colder than we expected after yesterday’s perfect weather, but we completed a long run and it was really useful for me and for the team to see how that went and how I felt during it. Over the two days we’ve completed a great deal of laps and collated so much information that will help the technicians to prepare for the next test. We need to continue like this because we are working well and in the right direction.”
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“I’m really pleased because we’ve improved a lot over the two days, both in terms of my feeling with the bike and the bike’s overall performance. On Thursday we worked on the tyres and also tested some new items, taking a good step forward in the process and lapping very consistently. Today the weather was slightly less kind, colder and windier, and the asphalt was also a lot colder than yesterday. But we made some progress regardless, and that’s very good news. I’m also happy that my feeling with the bike has been similar both here and at Jerez, two very different tracks. The good points and the points we need to improve upon are essentially the same at both circuits, which means our direction is clear. Now we will turn our attentions to Jerez because we need to carry on in this way.”
Moto2: Three-Day Test Starts Saturday At Portimao
Moto2™ and Moto3™ take on Portimão for pre-season
The only official test for the intermediate and lightweight classes is about to get underway at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve
Friday, 18 February 2022
There have been a few private test days for many in the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes so far, but now it’s time to get down to official business. The Autodromo Internacional do Algarve plays host and the field have three days on track, with each class given three 70-minute sessions per day. Moto3™ start first on Saturday, Moto2™ on Sunday and Moto3™ return to the first slot on Monday.
Action begins at 10:00 (GMT) on each day and finishes at 18:00.
Live Timing is available throughout the test on motogp.com, as well as round ups, interviews and a host of updates to stay on top of the action.
Moto2™
There will be keen interest surrounding Aki Ajo’s new-look Red Bull KTM Ajo, with reigning Moto3™ Champion Pedro Acosta joined by Augusto Fernandez in the Finn’s squad for the forthcoming season. They’ll be hoping they can keep the Moto2™ title within the ranks come the end of the season, but Remy Gardner and Raul Fernandez certainly set records that will take some beating. So far though in the circuit timing provided from private testing, Acosta has looked fast.
However, Sam Lowes (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team), Aron Canet (Flexbox HP40) and Ai Ogura (Idemitsu Honda Team Asia) will have other ideas about another Red Bull KTM Ajo-dominated season, and they’ll be looking to blast out the blocks and maximise track time to get ready to race. The likes of Fermin Aldeguer (Speed Up Racing), already having impressed since he arrived mid-season last year, and Joe Roberts (Italtrans Racing Team), looking for a turnaround after a largely tougher 2021, have also looked quick as well.
Cameron Beaubier (American Racing), meanwhile, is looking to consolidate his progress too, and he’s now joined by countryman Sean Dylan Kelly, who’ll be interesting to watch. Romano Fenati (Speed Up Racing) returns to the class, Jorge Navarro moves to Flexbox HP 40, Jake Dixon to GASGAS Aspar… Tony Arbolino will have high hopes for his new era at Elf Marc VDS Racing Team too. And how will the rookies fare? A good few familiar faces from Moto3™ make the move alongside Acosta, so the stage is set for an interesting outing on the Algarve.
Moto3™
In Moto3™, Dennis Foggia (Leopard Racing), Sergio Garcia (GASGAS Aspar Team) and Jaume Masia (Red Bull KTM Ajo) arrive into 2022 as the likely the riders to beat, with all three carrying considerable experience in the class and race-winning, Championship-challenging pedigree.
The experience and speed continues with the likes of Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Tech 3), John McPhee and teammate Ayumu Sasaki (Sterilgarda Husqvarna Max), Andrea Migno (Rivacold Snipers Team) and Tatsuki Suzuki (Leopard Racing), and they’ll all be gunning for glory in a packed field.
The lightweight class also sees the addition of some exciting names to the grid for 2022. Ana Carrasco (BOE SKX) returns to the class for the first time since 2015, while the likes of 2021 Moto3™ Junior World Champion Daniel Holgado (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and frontrunners Joel Kelso (CIP Green Power), Scott Ogden (VisionTrack Racing Team) and Mario Aji (Honda Team Asia) bolster the list of rookie riders with burgeoning potential. There’s also Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) to watch out for – he was undefeated on the way to the 2021 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup crown, and won his first ever Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup race on a track he’d never ridden before. Can the Japanese rider hit the ground running?
Stay up to date with everything from testing as the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes get ready to race!