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Limandri Wins 61-lap ASRA Team Challenge Race At Daytona

ASRA Endurance/Team Challenge 60-lapper at Daytona

New York City concrete worker Joseph Limandri Jr., 19, won the ASRA 60-lap Endurance/Team Challenge race on Saturday at Daytona International Speedway, riding a Bartcon Bauce Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 on Pirelli Tires. He actually did 61 laps because he was shown the white flag twice instead of being shown the checkered flag at the end of lap 60!

Richie Escalante finished second, 23.8 seconds behind Limandri; Escalante took the lead early and was well ahead when he pitted his Dunlop-equipped Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R750 for the first of three stops. But he lost 2+ laps when the threaded end of a defective, aftermarket rear axle broke off in the nut while the axle was being reinstalled.

Richie Escalante (54) led before his first pit stop, when a defective aftermarket axle broke. He finished second. Photo by Rick Hentz.

Moto Mutt International finished third with riders Israel Gillette, Gary Johnson, and Michael Mace aboard a Ducati V2 on Pirelli tires.

The race was entered by 42 teams; 35 teams started, with 33 classified as finishers while one, Sebastian Tremblay, was disqualified out of third place, according to officials, “for rejoining the race from the hot pit in an unsafe manner; he entered directly into Turn 1, and did not take the entry road to enter at the exit of Turn 3.”

Second-place Richie Escalante (left) congratulates winner Joseph Limandri Jr. at the podium. Photo by Rick Hentz/Ricks Pics.
Winner Joseph Limandri Jr. with his father Joseph Limandri Sr. (right), Pirelli’s Oscar Solis (center left) and crew chief Anthony Corbo (far left). Photo by Rick Hentz/Ricks Pics.

Non-finishers included 2024 Daytona 200 second-place finisher Tyler Scott, due to his Suzuki GSX-R750’s aftermarket lithium-ion battery failing internally. Floridian Julian Correa, who frequently competes in British Talent Cup events held in England and Spain, DNF when a loose bolt kicked up off the track by another bike punched a hole in his stock Honda CBR600R’s radiator. Gus Rodio ran at the front but retired with a suspected clutch or transmission problem.

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Stefano Manzi Will Race Yamaha R9 in 2025 Supersport World Championship

Stefano Manzi aboard a Yamaha YZF-R9.

Stefano Manzi to race new R9 with Pata Yamaha Ten Kate in 2025 Supersport World Championship

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to confirm Stefano Manzi will continue with the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing team in the 2025 FIM Supersport World Championship, campaigning the all-new Yamaha R9.

Manzi currently sits second in the 2024 Supersport World Championship after a stellar year on the R6. A stunning win in Race 2 at Estoril kept his title hopes alive and the Italian rider heads to Jerez as one of only two riders who can win the 2024 WorldSSP crown. Needing to win both of this weekend’s races to retain his chance for the title, Manzi and the whole Pata Yamaha Ten Kate team have their eyes set on victory.

Having moved to WorldSSP from the Grand Prix paddock in 2022, Manzi first joined Yamaha for the 2023 season where he instantly gelled with the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate R6. Four race victories and a further 13 podium finishes saw Manzi narrowly miss out on the 2023 title. 2024 has seen a similar story, with three wins to date with an additional 14 podium finishes so far. The 25-year-old has shown impressive consistency in 2024, as shown by his current run of form, which has seen him miss the podium only once in the last 12 races.

Manzi will spearhead Yamaha’s 2025 WorldSSP title attack, remaining with the most successful WorldSSP team in history, as a new era begins with the introduction of the three-cylinder R9 as Yamaha’s Next Generation Supersport challenger.

Yamaha Motor Europe Motorsport Research & Development have been developing the R9 as a WorldSSP race package at their base in Italy over the last year with significant input and support from Japan.

Manzi will get a first taste of the R9 WorldSSP in a shakedown test at Cremona next month, alongside the remainder of Yamaha’s 2025 WorldSSP line-up which will be confirmed in due course.

Stefano Manzi (62) on a Yamaha R6 in 2024. It is likely that Yamaha will also race the R9 in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Stefano Manzi

“I am super happy to sign for another year with Yamaha Motor Europe and Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing. I trust a lot in this new project, these last two years have been amazing. We started working together last year and it has been great working with a manufacturer like Yamaha. We have shown that we are super strong and consistent over the last two years, so I am hopeful for the new project. We start testing in November with the new bike, and I am hopeful that we can not only repeat the strength of the last two years but hopefully a be able to make another step. My relationship with Yamaha and the team is strong, this renewal was not complicated – we didn’t really have to discuss it! I am really excited to get the new season started, but now we have to focus on this weekend to finish 2024 well before we start again.”

Andrea Dosoli, Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing and Research & Development Manager

“Considering his results over the last two years, retaining the services of Stefano Manzi as we progress towards a new era for Yamaha with the R9 in WorldSSP was our main target. He has led our effort in the Supersport category admirably over the last two seasons, often impressing us with not just his ability to win, but his consistency too, both in pace and results. His talent is clear, and the pairing of Manzi and the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing team is a winning combination, something we are confident will continue with the new R9.”

Kervin Bos, Team Principal, Pata Yamaha Ten Kate

“We are very happy that Manzi will remain with Pata Yamaha Ten Kate for 2025, riding the new Yamaha R9. Stefano is a very intelligent rider and it is a big pleasure to work with him. In the first year we worked well, finished second after fighting for the title, in the second year we again have been fighting for the title. Next year, the R9 looks like a very promising project, so together with Stefano Manzi on the bike we have the ultimate package available. We are looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings.”

WorldSBK: More From Saturday In Jerez

 

World Champion Toprak Razgatlioglu thanks the ROKIT BMW Motorrad team on the podium after Race One. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Toprak Razgatlioglu did not celebrate from the top of the podium, but celebrate he did after sealing his second Superbike World Championship. Razgatlioglu took a risk in joining BMW, which no rider ever had taken to a Superbike title. But he wanted the straight-line speed of the M 1000 RR after years of struggling with the slower – in a straight line – Yamaha YZF-R1. Combined with the new weight penalties for two-time World Champion Alvaro Bautista, Razgatlioglu was unstoppable on the BMW. Only a vicious crash in France that left him sidelined for two entire rounds kept Ducati’s Nicolo Bulega in the title hunt until the final round.

David Salvador (38) leads Antonio Torres (74). Photo by Michael Gougis.

World Supersport 300 rookie David Salvador took his first podium in the class. It was a win, by 0.003 seconds.

Garrett Gerloff (31). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Garrett Gerloff topped the morning practice session but qualified tenth and finished Race One in tenth.

American Mallory Dobbs (14) leads Jessica Howden (52). Photo by Michael Gougis
Sonya Lloyd (32). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Mallory Dobbs qualified eighth and finished WorldWCR Race One in ninth. Sonya Lloyd’s debut WorldWCR race ended with a crash. Lloyd said she was bruised but otherwise unhurt and planned to race on Sunday.

World Supersport: Results From Race One In Jerez

Stefano Manzi (62). Photo by Michael Gougis.

Stefano Manzi won the first World Supersport race at the Prometeon Spanish Round in Jerez, but with a third-place finish, Adrian Huertas sealed the 2024 Supersport World Championship.

Huertas slotted into third early and stayed well out of trouble, finishing behind title rivals Manzi and Yari Montella to put the Championship out of reach.

Valentin Debise retired with technical issues.

SSP Race One Results
SSP Race One ChampionshipStandings

Team Hammer Advanced Riding School Graduates 62 Students At Daytona

The long-running Team Hammer Advanced Riding School program held in conjunction with the ASRA Race of Champions at Daytona International Speedway graduated 62 students on Thursday, with only one crashing. The school has been running at Daytona for more than 30 years.

WorldSBK: Results From Race One In Jerez

Nicolo Bulega (11) leads Toprak Razgatlioglu (54) in Race One in Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Nicolo Bulega won Race One at the Superbike World Championship event in Jerez, but with a second place finish Toprak Razgatlioglu on a BMW M 1000 RR sealed the 2024 World Championship.

With the title, Razgatlioglu becomes the third racer in World Superbike history to win the Championship on two different makes of machines. Razgatlioglu won the Championship on a Yamaha in 2021. Bulega, who sealed second in the Championship chase, became the highest-placed rookie since American Ben Spies won the title in his rookie season in 2009.

Andrea Locatelli took third, ahead of Alex Lowes, Iker Lecuona and Michael van der Mark.

SBK Race one Results
SBK Race One ChampionshipStandings

 

 

Meet Racer Bobby Fong At Grand Opening Of Dainese Store In Phoenix

Dainese Group Opens 13th North American Store, Establishing New Phoenix Flagship

A Fully Immersive Retail Experience Featuring Advanced Motorcycle Apparel and Equipment and Racing Memorabilia from the Iconic Italian Brand

Dainese (www.dainese.com), the world leader of protective wear for dynamic sports, has announced the grand opening of its newest flagship retail location in Phoenix.

The official grand opening party will be held on Saturday, October 19th from 12-5 p.m. Dainese Phoenix is located at 7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Suite 101, Scottsdale, 85254. Visitors to the Phoenix D-Store can experience a MotoGP simulator and have a first glimpse at Dainese’s new Smart Air system. MotoAmerica superbike racer Bobby Fong will also be in attendance.

The new Dainese D-Store in Phoenix offers a comprehensive selection of premium motorcycle gear from Dainese, AGV, and TCX, including leather suits, jackets, helmets, boots, gloves, and other advanced protective equipment. Known for setting the standard in rider safety, this expansion comes at a pivotal time as the motorsports industry experiences significant growth, driven by the rising popularity of MotoGP, electric motorcycles, and cutting-edge technologies that enhance rider protection. As Phoenix emerges as a key hub for motorsports enthusiasts, the D-Store is poised to meet the region’s growing demand for top-tier gear.

In addition, the Phoenix D-Store offers the Custom Works program, allowing visitors to design personalized racing suits, jackets, and more, tailored with custom colors, graphics, and logos. The store also showcases the latest innovations, including the new SmartAir Jacket, the most advanced wearable airbag system to date.

“We’re excited to open our newest store in Phoenix, a vibrant Southwestern city with a deep-rooted motorcycling culture,” said Louis Ortega, of Dainese North America. “This location is a perfect fit for us, and we’re committed to providing riders with the highest-quality gear for safety and performance, while delivering an exceptional experience to the local community.”

Dainese Phoenix is located at 7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Suite 101, Scottsdale, 85254. This opening marks Dainese’s 13th retail location in North America, furthering the brand’s strategic expansion since launching its first U.S. store in Orange County (California) 20 years ago.

DAINESE GROUP

Dainese is the global leader in superior quality protection equipment and apparel for motorcycling and other dynamic sports. Headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, the company employs more than 1,000 employees and is present across EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Dainese owns three powerful brands (Dainese, AGV and TCX) synonymous with innovation and technical excellence. It is present in 96 countries through long-standing relationships with top-tier wholesale partners, 38 directly operated destination stores and a direct e-commerce channel. Founded in 1972 by Lino Dainese, the Dainese Group develops cutting-edge protective clothing for use when practicing dynamic sports: Motorcycle riding, winter sports, cycling, horse riding, and sailing. Dainese, AGV, and TCX products represent the technological frontier in terms of protection in dynamic sports, and are used by the world’s best athletes, from Valentino Rossi to Sofia, Olympic skiing champion and winner of the World Cup Downhill title.

World Supersport300: Results From Race One In Jerez

Supersport 300 winner David Salvador (38) leads the field at the start of Race One in Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

David Salvador won the first Supersport 300 World Championship race in Jerez by 0.003 seconds over Julio Garcia Gonzalez.

Aldi Mahendra was third, topping a tight battle that ended with Antonio Torres in fourth, Loris Veneman in fifth and Marco Gaggi in sixth.

SSP300 Race One Results
SSP 300 Race One ChampionshipStandings

Canadian MiniSBK Endurance Series Planning For 2025 After Successful Finale

OHVALE TAKES TOP TWO SPOTS AT THE FINAL ROUND Motul MINISBK 3HR ENDURANCE presented by PIRELLI

Ohvale takes the top two spots on the podium in the premier Moto1 class at the final round of the Motul MiniSBK Endurance 3HR presented by Pirelli Tires event at Lombardy Raceway, Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada.

First place went to Team Sweet Caralyne aboard an Ohvale GP-2 190 with riders Ben Hardwick from Sudbury, who represented Canada in the 2023 FIM MiniGP World series and currently competing in the FIM MiniGP Austria series, and his teammate Christopher Kemmer, from Austria currently competing in the FIM World Endurance series on team 3ART Yamaha.

Canadian MiniSBK Moto1 class podium. Photo courtesy MiniSBK.

Second place was earned by Team Jäger Bomb aboard an Ohvale GP-O 160 EVO with riders Jäger Stockill, vice Champion of the 2024 FIM MiniGP Canada series from Stittsville who will be heading to the FIM MiniGP World finals at Valencia in November, alongside his teammate CSBK Pro Superbike competitor Yamaha racer Tomas Casas.

Third place went to Team LeanAngle, aboard a Honda CRF150 with riders Doug Newman CEO of LeanAngle – track day host and custom vinyl designer alongside his teammate Pro Superseries Champion Drew Weber.

Honourable mention goes to the coaches from Team Super Sonic School in 4th place aboard an Ohvale GP-O 160 with riders Jake LeClair, CSBK Pro rider and former Champion, alongside his teammate Alan Burns of the dynasty Burns Racing.

All of the bikes worked flawlessly clocking speeds up to 70kph on the 900 metres of the flowy Lombardy Raceway course. Team Sweet Caralyne clocked 221 recorded laps while Team Jäger Bomb recorded 205, loosing 5 laps to a pit stop infraction, making it a close finish for 3rd place Team LeanAngle with 203 laps.

Pirelli tires, although not a spec tire for the event, were the choice of all the top four teams requiring no tire changes during the 3HR event. Interestingly, LeanAngle decided to run Pirelli rain slicks on the dry circuit for the entire 3HR event, including the practice and qualifying sessions, citing no need for tire warmers and predictable grip in the cool October track conditions. Doug commented after the race, “Our Pirelli rain tires held up really well and are probably still good for another event!”

The Moto2 2HR event was launched in the morning aimed at beginners and newcomers graduating from the Super Sonic School to get a feel for racing and a lot of laps in. First place went to the father and son of Team RVR Gromlings, riders Richard and Luke Van Der Pryt aboard their Honda Grom with 101 laps.

Second place in the Moto2 class went to brothers James and Josh Millson (for those wondering, yes they are distant relatives of the CSBK owner Ross Millson) on Team Fly Boys with a total of 96 laps, flying in and out of the event aboard their own private airplane! Third place went to Team Full Throttle riders Eric Sergi, young grandson of well-known track day rider Bob Shaw, along with his teammate new rider Isaac Seaward on a Super Sonic School Ohvale GP-O 110 and Kawasaki KLX110LE respectively, clocking 92 laps.

Organizer Toni Sharpless of the MiniSBK Championship series and owner operator of the Super Sonic Road Race School said, “The MiniSBK Endurance series is an important part of the development opportunities we want to provide for our riders in the spirit of fun. Although our focus is on the development of young riders, we are happy to see all the adults enjoying the event and very grateful for their support.”

Lombardy Track Manager, Che Smith commented, “It was another great event put on by Toni and her team. I want to encourage more grassroots events under the MiniSBK banner in the future.”

At the end of the day it was a tip-of-the-wing from the Fly Boys as they flew overhead going home confirming they will be back next year. 2025 MiniSBK Endurance events are to be confirmed. The opening round will be in the Spring at Brechin Motorsports Park near Beaverton, ON. Interested parties are encouraged to keep an eye on the website, MiniSBK.ca for the 2025 schedule.

WorldWCR: Results From Race One In Jerez

Ana Carrasco (22) leads Maria Herrera (6) and Beatriz Neila (36) at the start of WorldWCR Race One at Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Maria Herrera won Race One of the World Women’s Circuit Racing season-ending races at Jerez, finishing just ahead of title rival Ana Carrasco and keeping her slim title hopes alive going into Sunday’s final race.

Herrera took the lead after Sarah Sanchez crashed on the final lap while fighting to keep the lead, which she had held for most of the race. Carrasco took second by 0.021 seconds over Beatriz Neila after drafting past at the line.

With one race remaining, Carrasco leads Herrera 228-215.

American Mallory Dobbs finished ninth, and fellow American Sonya Lloyd crashed out.

WWCR Race One Results
WorldWCR Race One ChampionshipStandings

 

Limandri Wins 61-lap ASRA Team Challenge Race At Daytona

Joseph Limandri Jr. (931) leads Gus Rodio (113) in the ASRA Endurance/Team Challenge race at Daytona. Photo by Rick Hentz/Ricks Pics.

ASRA Endurance/Team Challenge 60-lapper at Daytona

New York City concrete worker Joseph Limandri Jr., 19, won the ASRA 60-lap Endurance/Team Challenge race on Saturday at Daytona International Speedway, riding a Bartcon Bauce Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 on Pirelli Tires. He actually did 61 laps because he was shown the white flag twice instead of being shown the checkered flag at the end of lap 60!

Richie Escalante finished second, 23.8 seconds behind Limandri; Escalante took the lead early and was well ahead when he pitted his Dunlop-equipped Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R750 for the first of three stops. But he lost 2+ laps when the threaded end of a defective, aftermarket rear axle broke off in the nut while the axle was being reinstalled.

Richie Escalante (54) led before his first pit stop, when a defective aftermarket axle broke. He finished second. Photo by Rick Hentz.

Moto Mutt International finished third with riders Israel Gillette, Gary Johnson, and Michael Mace aboard a Ducati V2 on Pirelli tires.

The race was entered by 42 teams; 35 teams started, with 33 classified as finishers while one, Sebastian Tremblay, was disqualified out of third place, according to officials, “for rejoining the race from the hot pit in an unsafe manner; he entered directly into Turn 1, and did not take the entry road to enter at the exit of Turn 3.”

Second-place Richie Escalante (left) congratulates winner Joseph Limandri Jr. at the podium. Photo by Rick Hentz/Ricks Pics.
Winner Joseph Limandri Jr. with his father Joseph Limandri Sr. (right), Pirelli’s Oscar Solis (center left) and crew chief Anthony Corbo (far left). Photo by Rick Hentz/Ricks Pics.

Non-finishers included 2024 Daytona 200 second-place finisher Tyler Scott, due to his Suzuki GSX-R750’s aftermarket lithium-ion battery failing internally. Floridian Julian Correa, who frequently competes in British Talent Cup events held in England and Spain, DNF when a loose bolt kicked up off the track by another bike punched a hole in his stock Honda CBR600R’s radiator. Gus Rodio ran at the front but retired with a suspected clutch or transmission problem.

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TC ENDURANCE RESULTS
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Stefano Manzi Will Race Yamaha R9 in 2025 Supersport World Championship

A 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 in blue. Photo courtesy Yamaha.
Stefano Manzi aboard a Yamaha YZF-R9.

Stefano Manzi to race new R9 with Pata Yamaha Ten Kate in 2025 Supersport World Championship

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to confirm Stefano Manzi will continue with the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing team in the 2025 FIM Supersport World Championship, campaigning the all-new Yamaha R9.

Manzi currently sits second in the 2024 Supersport World Championship after a stellar year on the R6. A stunning win in Race 2 at Estoril kept his title hopes alive and the Italian rider heads to Jerez as one of only two riders who can win the 2024 WorldSSP crown. Needing to win both of this weekend’s races to retain his chance for the title, Manzi and the whole Pata Yamaha Ten Kate team have their eyes set on victory.

Having moved to WorldSSP from the Grand Prix paddock in 2022, Manzi first joined Yamaha for the 2023 season where he instantly gelled with the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate R6. Four race victories and a further 13 podium finishes saw Manzi narrowly miss out on the 2023 title. 2024 has seen a similar story, with three wins to date with an additional 14 podium finishes so far. The 25-year-old has shown impressive consistency in 2024, as shown by his current run of form, which has seen him miss the podium only once in the last 12 races.

Manzi will spearhead Yamaha’s 2025 WorldSSP title attack, remaining with the most successful WorldSSP team in history, as a new era begins with the introduction of the three-cylinder R9 as Yamaha’s Next Generation Supersport challenger.

Yamaha Motor Europe Motorsport Research & Development have been developing the R9 as a WorldSSP race package at their base in Italy over the last year with significant input and support from Japan.

Manzi will get a first taste of the R9 WorldSSP in a shakedown test at Cremona next month, alongside the remainder of Yamaha’s 2025 WorldSSP line-up which will be confirmed in due course.

Stefano Manzi (62) on a Yamaha R6 in 2024. It is likely that Yamaha will also race the R9 in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Stefano Manzi

“I am super happy to sign for another year with Yamaha Motor Europe and Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing. I trust a lot in this new project, these last two years have been amazing. We started working together last year and it has been great working with a manufacturer like Yamaha. We have shown that we are super strong and consistent over the last two years, so I am hopeful for the new project. We start testing in November with the new bike, and I am hopeful that we can not only repeat the strength of the last two years but hopefully a be able to make another step. My relationship with Yamaha and the team is strong, this renewal was not complicated – we didn’t really have to discuss it! I am really excited to get the new season started, but now we have to focus on this weekend to finish 2024 well before we start again.”

Andrea Dosoli, Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing and Research & Development Manager

“Considering his results over the last two years, retaining the services of Stefano Manzi as we progress towards a new era for Yamaha with the R9 in WorldSSP was our main target. He has led our effort in the Supersport category admirably over the last two seasons, often impressing us with not just his ability to win, but his consistency too, both in pace and results. His talent is clear, and the pairing of Manzi and the Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing team is a winning combination, something we are confident will continue with the new R9.”

Kervin Bos, Team Principal, Pata Yamaha Ten Kate

“We are very happy that Manzi will remain with Pata Yamaha Ten Kate for 2025, riding the new Yamaha R9. Stefano is a very intelligent rider and it is a big pleasure to work with him. In the first year we worked well, finished second after fighting for the title, in the second year we again have been fighting for the title. Next year, the R9 looks like a very promising project, so together with Stefano Manzi on the bike we have the ultimate package available. We are looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings.”

WorldSBK: More From Saturday In Jerez

Alvaro Bautista (1) has had a miserable season, which continued with two crashes in Saturday's Superbike race. Photo by Michael Gougis.

 

World Champion Toprak Razgatlioglu thanks the ROKIT BMW Motorrad team on the podium after Race One. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Toprak Razgatlioglu did not celebrate from the top of the podium, but celebrate he did after sealing his second Superbike World Championship. Razgatlioglu took a risk in joining BMW, which no rider ever had taken to a Superbike title. But he wanted the straight-line speed of the M 1000 RR after years of struggling with the slower – in a straight line – Yamaha YZF-R1. Combined with the new weight penalties for two-time World Champion Alvaro Bautista, Razgatlioglu was unstoppable on the BMW. Only a vicious crash in France that left him sidelined for two entire rounds kept Ducati’s Nicolo Bulega in the title hunt until the final round.

David Salvador (38) leads Antonio Torres (74). Photo by Michael Gougis.

World Supersport 300 rookie David Salvador took his first podium in the class. It was a win, by 0.003 seconds.

Garrett Gerloff (31). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Garrett Gerloff topped the morning practice session but qualified tenth and finished Race One in tenth.

American Mallory Dobbs (14) leads Jessica Howden (52). Photo by Michael Gougis
Sonya Lloyd (32). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Mallory Dobbs qualified eighth and finished WorldWCR Race One in ninth. Sonya Lloyd’s debut WorldWCR race ended with a crash. Lloyd said she was bruised but otherwise unhurt and planned to race on Sunday.

World Supersport: Results From Race One In Jerez

Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Stefano Manzi (62). Photo by Michael Gougis.

Stefano Manzi won the first World Supersport race at the Prometeon Spanish Round in Jerez, but with a third-place finish, Adrian Huertas sealed the 2024 Supersport World Championship.

Huertas slotted into third early and stayed well out of trouble, finishing behind title rivals Manzi and Yari Montella to put the Championship out of reach.

Valentin Debise retired with technical issues.

SSP Race One Results
SSP Race One ChampionshipStandings

Team Hammer Advanced Riding School Graduates 62 Students At Daytona

Some of the students and instructors including Chris Ulrich, Robertino Pietri, Tyler Scott, and Richie Escalante pose after the completion of Team Hammer Advanced Riding School sessions at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday. Photo courtesy Team Hammer, Inc.

The long-running Team Hammer Advanced Riding School program held in conjunction with the ASRA Race of Champions at Daytona International Speedway graduated 62 students on Thursday, with only one crashing. The school has been running at Daytona for more than 30 years.

WorldSBK: Results From Race One In Jerez

Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Nicolo Bulega (11) leads Toprak Razgatlioglu (54) in Race One in Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Nicolo Bulega won Race One at the Superbike World Championship event in Jerez, but with a second place finish Toprak Razgatlioglu on a BMW M 1000 RR sealed the 2024 World Championship.

With the title, Razgatlioglu becomes the third racer in World Superbike history to win the Championship on two different makes of machines. Razgatlioglu won the Championship on a Yamaha in 2021. Bulega, who sealed second in the Championship chase, became the highest-placed rookie since American Ben Spies won the title in his rookie season in 2009.

Andrea Locatelli took third, ahead of Alex Lowes, Iker Lecuona and Michael van der Mark.

SBK Race one Results
SBK Race One ChampionshipStandings

 

 

Meet Racer Bobby Fong At Grand Opening Of Dainese Store In Phoenix

The newest Dainese store has its Grand Opening today in Phoenix, Arizona. Photo courtesy Dainese.

Dainese Group Opens 13th North American Store, Establishing New Phoenix Flagship

A Fully Immersive Retail Experience Featuring Advanced Motorcycle Apparel and Equipment and Racing Memorabilia from the Iconic Italian Brand

Dainese (www.dainese.com), the world leader of protective wear for dynamic sports, has announced the grand opening of its newest flagship retail location in Phoenix.

The official grand opening party will be held on Saturday, October 19th from 12-5 p.m. Dainese Phoenix is located at 7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Suite 101, Scottsdale, 85254. Visitors to the Phoenix D-Store can experience a MotoGP simulator and have a first glimpse at Dainese’s new Smart Air system. MotoAmerica superbike racer Bobby Fong will also be in attendance.

The new Dainese D-Store in Phoenix offers a comprehensive selection of premium motorcycle gear from Dainese, AGV, and TCX, including leather suits, jackets, helmets, boots, gloves, and other advanced protective equipment. Known for setting the standard in rider safety, this expansion comes at a pivotal time as the motorsports industry experiences significant growth, driven by the rising popularity of MotoGP, electric motorcycles, and cutting-edge technologies that enhance rider protection. As Phoenix emerges as a key hub for motorsports enthusiasts, the D-Store is poised to meet the region’s growing demand for top-tier gear.

In addition, the Phoenix D-Store offers the Custom Works program, allowing visitors to design personalized racing suits, jackets, and more, tailored with custom colors, graphics, and logos. The store also showcases the latest innovations, including the new SmartAir Jacket, the most advanced wearable airbag system to date.

“We’re excited to open our newest store in Phoenix, a vibrant Southwestern city with a deep-rooted motorcycling culture,” said Louis Ortega, of Dainese North America. “This location is a perfect fit for us, and we’re committed to providing riders with the highest-quality gear for safety and performance, while delivering an exceptional experience to the local community.”

Dainese Phoenix is located at 7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Suite 101, Scottsdale, 85254. This opening marks Dainese’s 13th retail location in North America, furthering the brand’s strategic expansion since launching its first U.S. store in Orange County (California) 20 years ago.

DAINESE GROUP

Dainese is the global leader in superior quality protection equipment and apparel for motorcycling and other dynamic sports. Headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, the company employs more than 1,000 employees and is present across EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Dainese owns three powerful brands (Dainese, AGV and TCX) synonymous with innovation and technical excellence. It is present in 96 countries through long-standing relationships with top-tier wholesale partners, 38 directly operated destination stores and a direct e-commerce channel. Founded in 1972 by Lino Dainese, the Dainese Group develops cutting-edge protective clothing for use when practicing dynamic sports: Motorcycle riding, winter sports, cycling, horse riding, and sailing. Dainese, AGV, and TCX products represent the technological frontier in terms of protection in dynamic sports, and are used by the world’s best athletes, from Valentino Rossi to Sofia, Olympic skiing champion and winner of the World Cup Downhill title.

World Supersport300: Results From Race One In Jerez

Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Supersport 300 winner David Salvador (38) leads the field at the start of Race One in Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

David Salvador won the first Supersport 300 World Championship race in Jerez by 0.003 seconds over Julio Garcia Gonzalez.

Aldi Mahendra was third, topping a tight battle that ended with Antonio Torres in fourth, Loris Veneman in fifth and Marco Gaggi in sixth.

SSP300 Race One Results
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Canadian MiniSBK Endurance Series Planning For 2025 After Successful Finale

Super Sonic coach Jake LeClair leads Doug Newman from LeanAngle in Canadian MiniSBK Moto1 class action from Lombardy Raceway. Photo courtesy MiniSBK.

OHVALE TAKES TOP TWO SPOTS AT THE FINAL ROUND Motul MINISBK 3HR ENDURANCE presented by PIRELLI

Ohvale takes the top two spots on the podium in the premier Moto1 class at the final round of the Motul MiniSBK Endurance 3HR presented by Pirelli Tires event at Lombardy Raceway, Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada.

First place went to Team Sweet Caralyne aboard an Ohvale GP-2 190 with riders Ben Hardwick from Sudbury, who represented Canada in the 2023 FIM MiniGP World series and currently competing in the FIM MiniGP Austria series, and his teammate Christopher Kemmer, from Austria currently competing in the FIM World Endurance series on team 3ART Yamaha.

Canadian MiniSBK Moto1 class podium. Photo courtesy MiniSBK.

Second place was earned by Team Jäger Bomb aboard an Ohvale GP-O 160 EVO with riders Jäger Stockill, vice Champion of the 2024 FIM MiniGP Canada series from Stittsville who will be heading to the FIM MiniGP World finals at Valencia in November, alongside his teammate CSBK Pro Superbike competitor Yamaha racer Tomas Casas.

Third place went to Team LeanAngle, aboard a Honda CRF150 with riders Doug Newman CEO of LeanAngle – track day host and custom vinyl designer alongside his teammate Pro Superseries Champion Drew Weber.

Honourable mention goes to the coaches from Team Super Sonic School in 4th place aboard an Ohvale GP-O 160 with riders Jake LeClair, CSBK Pro rider and former Champion, alongside his teammate Alan Burns of the dynasty Burns Racing.

All of the bikes worked flawlessly clocking speeds up to 70kph on the 900 metres of the flowy Lombardy Raceway course. Team Sweet Caralyne clocked 221 recorded laps while Team Jäger Bomb recorded 205, loosing 5 laps to a pit stop infraction, making it a close finish for 3rd place Team LeanAngle with 203 laps.

Pirelli tires, although not a spec tire for the event, were the choice of all the top four teams requiring no tire changes during the 3HR event. Interestingly, LeanAngle decided to run Pirelli rain slicks on the dry circuit for the entire 3HR event, including the practice and qualifying sessions, citing no need for tire warmers and predictable grip in the cool October track conditions. Doug commented after the race, “Our Pirelli rain tires held up really well and are probably still good for another event!”

The Moto2 2HR event was launched in the morning aimed at beginners and newcomers graduating from the Super Sonic School to get a feel for racing and a lot of laps in. First place went to the father and son of Team RVR Gromlings, riders Richard and Luke Van Der Pryt aboard their Honda Grom with 101 laps.

Second place in the Moto2 class went to brothers James and Josh Millson (for those wondering, yes they are distant relatives of the CSBK owner Ross Millson) on Team Fly Boys with a total of 96 laps, flying in and out of the event aboard their own private airplane! Third place went to Team Full Throttle riders Eric Sergi, young grandson of well-known track day rider Bob Shaw, along with his teammate new rider Isaac Seaward on a Super Sonic School Ohvale GP-O 110 and Kawasaki KLX110LE respectively, clocking 92 laps.

Organizer Toni Sharpless of the MiniSBK Championship series and owner operator of the Super Sonic Road Race School said, “The MiniSBK Endurance series is an important part of the development opportunities we want to provide for our riders in the spirit of fun. Although our focus is on the development of young riders, we are happy to see all the adults enjoying the event and very grateful for their support.”

Lombardy Track Manager, Che Smith commented, “It was another great event put on by Toni and her team. I want to encourage more grassroots events under the MiniSBK banner in the future.”

At the end of the day it was a tip-of-the-wing from the Fly Boys as they flew overhead going home confirming they will be back next year. 2025 MiniSBK Endurance events are to be confirmed. The opening round will be in the Spring at Brechin Motorsports Park near Beaverton, ON. Interested parties are encouraged to keep an eye on the website, MiniSBK.ca for the 2025 schedule.

WorldWCR: Results From Race One In Jerez

Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Ana Carrasco (22) leads Maria Herrera (6) and Beatriz Neila (36) at the start of WorldWCR Race One at Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Maria Herrera won Race One of the World Women’s Circuit Racing season-ending races at Jerez, finishing just ahead of title rival Ana Carrasco and keeping her slim title hopes alive going into Sunday’s final race.

Herrera took the lead after Sarah Sanchez crashed on the final lap while fighting to keep the lead, which she had held for most of the race. Carrasco took second by 0.021 seconds over Beatriz Neila after drafting past at the line.

With one race remaining, Carrasco leads Herrera 228-215.

American Mallory Dobbs finished ninth, and fellow American Sonya Lloyd crashed out.

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