Stefano Manzi led the morning warmup in the Supersport World Championship session at Estoril over Federico Caricasulo and Yari Montella. Valentin Debise was fourth, ahead of Lucas Mahias and Glenn Van Straalen.
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Stefano Mesa converted pole position into a comfortable win in the featured AHRMA Pro Challenge race at Barber Motorsports Park. Mesa, riding a Boulder Motorsports Pierobon X80R with a Ducati 1198cc V-Twin Superbike engine, completed the 11-lap sprint 5.757 seconds ahead of Hayden Gillim on a Vesrah MotoAmerica Supersport Suzuki GSX-R750.
Tyler Scott on a Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki MotoAmerica Next Generation Supersport GSX-R750 finished third, less than a tenth of a second behind Gillim. Danny Eslick on a TOBC MotoAmerica Supersport Triumph 765 led early but finished fourth, and Gus Rodio on a MotoAmerica-spec and restricted Supersport Ducati V2 Panigale was fifth, ahead of Kyle Ohnsorg on the second Vision Wheel Suzuki.
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The first of the Estoril weekend’s WorldWCR races was another nailbiter, with championship leader Ana Carrasco (Evan Bros Racing Yamaha Team) and title contender Maria Herrera (Klint Forward Factory Team) battling tooth and nail for victory in a race that began in the dry only to conclude in pouring rain.
Herrera’s performance was particularly noteworthy considering she was forced to start the race from the back of the grid due to a technical issue. A lightning start and extremely impressive pace meant the Spaniard was back into the top three in the space of two laps.
Although the race began in dry conditions, rain returned with a vengeance with just five laps to go, the race red flagged on lap 8. Victory ultimately went to Carrasco, separated by just 0.082 of a second from Herrera. Snatching her fourth win of the season, Carrasco is the only rider to have reached the podium in every race held so far.
An impressive Beatriz Neila (Ampito / Pata Prometeon Yamaha) stuck close to the two frontrunners, crossing the line just 0.17 of a second from race winner Ana to secure her second podium of the season.
Sara Sanchez (511 Terra&Vita Racing Team) did well to finish fourth. Deemed responsible for causing the Cremona incident that saw both herself and Herrera crash out while fighting for victory, Sanchez was required to serve a long lap penalty during this first race at Estoril, nevertheless placing inside the top five.
Having proved at ease in full wet conditions, Australian Tayla Ralph (TAYCO Motorsport) followed up her recent Cremona podium with a solid fifth-place finish at Estoril today.
Pakita Ruiz (PS Racing Team 46+1) and Roberta Ponziani (Yamaha Motoxracing WCR Team) closed within a second of each other to place P6 and P7 respectively, while Mallory Dobbs (Sekhmet Motorcycle Racing Team), Mexican rider Astrid Madrigal (ITALIKA Racing FIMLA) and Adela Ourednickova (DaftMotoracing by Smrz) rounded out the top ten.
Spain’s Sanchez will be the Race 2 polesitter on Sunday after setting the fastest lap time in Race 1. Sara will be joined on the front row by Neila and Herrera, with Carrasco taking the fourth spot.
18 laps of The FIM Supersport World Championship Race 1 unfolded at the Estoril Circuit in Portugal on Saturday afternoon, and dry weather greeted the paddock following a day of wet Free Practice Sessions on Friday. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) was dominant from lights out, as he led Championship leader Adrian Huertas (Aruba.it Racing) and title rival Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) into Turn 1.
MONTELLA UNSTOPPABLE: Italian leads from lights out
Early crashes for Spain’s Jorge Navarro (Orelac Racing VerdNatura) and #71 Tom Edwards on Lap 1 cut short their first race of the weekend. Chasing down the front trio was Frenchman Valentin Debise (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team) with Lucas Mahias (GMT94 Yamaha) close on his tail. The paddock was unable to challenge the Italian #55 rider, who displayed strong race pace throughout, and the other rostrum positions also remained uninterrupted with Huertas and Manzi riding comfortable races in second and third, with Montella’s victory securing Ducati a second consecutive Manufacturers’ Championship.
DRAMA FOR DEBISE: two crashes for the Frenchman
Outside of the podium places, Debise and Mahias provided plenty of close racing action for the Portuguese spectators as they battled for fourth position. The #53 Yamaha rider showcased some impressive late race pace during the closing stages at the Estoril circuit as he made a significant gain towards a podium spot. His speed provided too much however, as he crashed at turn 1 with only four laps remaining. Despite returning to his bike and back into a points position, he once again ended up in the gravel with two laps to go and retiring from the race.
SUCCESS FOR TEN KATE RACING: wrapping up the Teams’ Championship
Ten Kate Racing celebrated Race 1 of the penultimate Championship weekend as they won the Teams’ Championship award, whilst Ducati claimed the all-important manufacturer’s championship, their second in a row. With his Race 1 win and outstanding last lap record time of 1’40.266, Montella claims his eighth win, equaling Sam Lowes at the 12th-all time spot. Standing on the second step of the rostrum, #99 Huertas achieved his 16th podium alongside title rival Manzi who also claims his 16th podium position of the year.
JUST OFF THE PODIUM: Mahias leads Caricasulo
Just missing out on a top three finish was Lucas Mahias, who led Federico Caricasulo (Motozoo ME AIR Racing) and Germany’s Marcel Schroetter (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) across the line to complete the top six. The pressure is now ramping up as the paddock looks ahead to Race 2 on Sunday afternoon. The FIM Supersport World Championship is all to play for as just 50 points separate the top three riders; Huertas, Montella and Manzi.
The top six from WorldSSP Race 1:
1. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team)
2. Adrián Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) +1.321s
3. Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) +5.391s
4. Lucas Mahias (GMT94 Yamaha) +17.164s
5. Federico Caricasulo (Motozoo ME AIR Racing) +22.548s
6. Marcel Schroetter (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) +22.603s
Fastest lap: Yari Montella, Ducati – 1’40.266s
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The race action in The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship got underway on Saturday afternoon, as twenty-four riders lined up onto the gird for the 21-lap race. Despite a pole position start, Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) was unable to hold onto first at lights out, as Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) claimed the hole shot into Turn 1of Italian rider Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) who had a rocket start off the line. Toprak followed through in third position on the opening lap, but it was the Yamaha bikes that were strong from the outset as Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) overtook the title leader into third.
#54 CLEARS FIELD: Toprak wins with 9 second gap
Locatelli demonstrated his early race pace as he took the lead from Petrucci on lap 2, whilst further back, stable mates Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) battled for fifth. It was a four-way fight for the podium spots out in front as Locatelli, Petrucci, Razgatlioglu and Rea exchanged positions. Bulega ran wide out onto the circuit with 19 laps remaining, falling to eighth position, and undoing his work earlier in the race.
BULEGA RECOVERS: 8th to 2nd
With 17 laps race distance remaining, Razgatlioglu made his move into first place ahead of the #55, whilst Bautista rode into third ahead of Petrucci and Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK). Bautista demonstrated some strong race pace, with spectators hoping a battle for first with the #54 may unfold, however the BMW rider responded to the pressure, managing to gap the field as the race progressed. Meanwhile Ducati’s Bulega made his way back up through the pack, chasing Locatelli for a podium position.
PETRUCCI, BAUTISTA, LOCATELLI, GARDNER OUT: Riders crash out of contention
An early race crash for Australian Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) resulted in the rider being declared unfit due to a left wrist fracture. A crash at Turn 7, on Lap 7 for #9 Petrucci ended his streak of 12 races in the top five, and there was more drama as four laps later Bautista low sided on the entry to turn 9, meaning his Championship hopes are no more. His teammate, Bulega moved into second shortly before Locatelli took a fall out of his rostrum position with 7 laps to go.
55 WINS FOR TOPRAK: BMW take first win in Estoril
It was Razgatlioglu who stormed to victory at the Portuguese track, as Bulega held onto second, whilst an impressive ride from Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) put Honda back on the podium, the first time since Mandalika last year. British rider Alex Lowes secured fourth place ahead of Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) and Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) who rounded off the top 6. The afternoon’s Race 1 witnessed the first race with five different manufacturers in the top 5 since last year.
The top six from WorldSBK Race 1, full results here:
1. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team)
2. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +9.221s
3. Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) +11.020s
4. Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK +11.973s
5. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +14.018s
6. Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) +17.727s
Fastest lap: Toprak Razgatlioglu, BMW – 1’37.149s
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Luke Power led the Supersport World Championship morning warmup session at Estoril. In wet conditions, Power was more than a second quicker than Yari Montella, with Valentin Debise in third.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inducted its 2024 Class on Thursday, honoring five new members during the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2024 includes Mike Lafferty, Debbie Matthews, Mat Mladin, Rob Rasor and Kevin Windham, all of whom received their Hall of Fame rings and ceremonious gold jackets during the ceremony.
“This evening, we honor a special class of motorcyclists who have excelled in various areas within our industry,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman in his induction speech. “From world-class racers to inspiring advocates and pioneers, these individuals have left an indelible mark on our sport.
“The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is more than just a museum. It is a living testament to the achievements and contributions of motorcycling legends. Events such as tonight’s ceremony help preserve their stories and ensure that their legacy continues to inspire and educate.”
Established actor, director and motorcycle enthusiast Perry King and Laurette Nicoll — motocross rider, sidecar aficionado and sideline reporter — led this year’s ceremonies as emcees, taking the audience through the lives and accomplishments of the Hall of Fame inductees.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame also honored and recognized the memories of the Hall of Famers who passed away during the last year: T.C. Christenson, Ed Youngblood, Sammy Tanner, Tom Heiniger, Larry Huffman and Ed Lojak.
Supporters and partners for the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony included Yamaha, Suzuki and Powersports World TV.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Each member of the Class of 2024 was officially inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Thursday, and after receiving their rings and jackets, the inductees addressed the audience through a speech.
Mike Lafferty
Mike Lafferty was bitten by the enduro racing bug in 1982 when he was 7 years old, and he turned this passion into one of the most successful off-road careers ever.
Lafferty broke through when he won back-to-back East Coast Enduro Association championships as a teenager in 1993 and 1994. With growing success, Lafferty became a full-time member of the Factory KTM Off-Road Team.
Lafferty hit a launching point in 1997, when he claimed his first AMA National Enduro Championship. This sparked a stretch from 1997–2007 in which Lafferty would claim a total of 71 wins and eight titles racing national enduros. His 71 wins put him second all-time. Lafferty’s eight titles has him tied for the most all-time.
“Having this happen and being inducted to the AMA Hall of Fame is such a huge honor, and it’s still kind of surreal,” Lafferty said. “I’m extremely grateful for everyone at KTM — being a part of that family. It’s everything I’ve ever dreamed of, and I couldn’t have done this without them.”
Debbie Matthews
Debbie Matthews has spent her life contributing to motorcycling and has done so by serving in — and excelling in — almost every role the sport has to offer to increase opportunities for women riders.
Known for her smooth and effortless racing style, Matthews set the record for longest consecutive pro and amateur career in women’s motocross, when she raced for 27 years. During her career, she set an additional record for placing in the top 15 of the national rankings for women’s professional motocross every year from 1977–1997.
In 1996, she co-founded the Women’s Motocross League, and Matthews further worked on behalf of women riders when she met with AMA Congress and drove the change to give women “A” Rider classification for the first time in history.
In 2012, Matthews was awarded the Lifetime Appreciation Award for her commitment as a women’s advocate, and in 2021 was inducted into the Hot Shoe Hall of Fame. In 2014, Matthews founded the Professional Organization of Women’s Racing (POWR), which generated the largest Women’s Pro Purse & Bonus program in the history of women’s motocross.
“I’m thrilled to be inducted during the 100th Anniversary of the AMA and the 50th Anniversary of Women’s Motocross,” Matthews said during her speech. “Motorcycling creates lifelong friends and stories spanning generations. Each of us is part of that great legacy, making motorcycling exciting, fun, addictive and glorious! Thank you for the blessing and privilege to be part of the most exciting sport on Earth!”
Mat Mladin
In a 10-year span from 1999 to 2009 that continues to defy belief in hindsight, Mat Mladin notched seven AMA Superbike titles and won 82 AMA Superbike nationals in the process — each of those numbers more than anyone in history.
Mladin also won the legendary Daytona 200 three times during that period, achievements that have him tied for third all-time behind AMA Hall of Famers and multi-time D200 winners Scott Russell (5) and Miguel Duhamel (4). In 1999, he won his first of seven AMA Superbike titles — achievements that would make him, according to MotoAmerica, “the most dominant rider in the history of the AMA Superbike Championship.”
“I’d like to thank the AMA, the Hall of Fame and everyone that voted for me to get my little place here amongst so many legends of the motorcycle racing world,” Mladin said. “Thank you!”
Rob Rasor
For decades, Rob Rasor was instrumental in carrying out the AMA’s mission to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling.
Hired in 1973 as part of the AMA’s Government Relations Department, Rasor helped ward off a federal “superbike” ban, helmet requirements and bike bans in several states and cities, and aided in the fight to ban healthcare discrimination against motorcyclists. Rasor was also a champion for off-road riding, and assisted in the AMA’s efforts to accommodate off-road riders on public lands.
Rasor’s efforts extended beyond the United States, and he was awarded the FIM Nicolas Rodil Del Valle Gold Medal in 2019.
“I like to think I fullfilled my love of motorcycling as a contributor,” Rasor said. “Today, I am honored to be inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame at the same time as these heroes of our sport!”
Kevin Windham
Kevin Windham’s 19-year AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross career is one for the history books.
During his long, illustrious career, Windham raced to 47 total AMA Pro wins and collected the third-most starts (325), third-most points (9,070) and the seventh-most podiums (130). While Windham saw success domestically, he thrived in international competition — winning the 1999 FIM United States Grand Prix and 2005 Motocross of Nations as a member of the American team.
Windham retired from AMA Pro Racing in 2013, marking the end of a dominant career in the AMA and international circuits.
“Thank you to AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Broc Glover, Rob Buydos, the committees and lifetime members who voted me into the Hall of Fame,” Windham said. “And thank you to the AMA for working to control of the chaos of we racers, and for protecting our rights as motorcyclists. I’m very proud to be a Life Member of the AMA.”
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.
Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) mastered the mixed conditions at the Circuito Estoril to earn his 18th pole in the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. He was less than a tenth clear of Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) in second as the battle for pole heated up during Tissot Superpole for the Estoril Round, with six-time Champion Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) completing the front row, securing a top-three position for the first time since his pole at Assen in similar conditions.
THE FIRST STINT: the majority head out straight away, Rea leads the way
The track was wet from morning rain and the entire field except for Andrea Iannone (Team GoEleven) and Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) went out immediately, with the duo opting to wait for a few minutes before heading on to the track. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) led the way after the first laps were completed after posting a 1’52.299s, ahead of Axel Bassani (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) although ‘El Bocia’ was half-a-second down on Rea, before the #65 improved by a second despite two big moments on his third flying lap.
RAZGATLIOGLU SECURES POLE: 0.082s between ‘El Turco’ and Petrucci
Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) opted for a different strategy to Rea, putting in a banker lap before pitting and re-joining the session later on. That helped him to a provisional pole with a 1’52.640s but Rea did pit with around four and a half minutes remaining before re-joining the action. Although he improved his time, he was unable to take pole as Razgatlioglu set a 1’52.430s to take P1, finishing less than a tenth ahead of Petrucci. The #9 had been setting red sectors on his final lap but lost time in the final sector after a small wobble through the chicane, setting a 1’52.51s to finish just 0.082s behind ‘El Turco’. Rea will line up from the front row as the Brit claimed P3, his best Superpole result since Assen.
BULEGA ON THE SECOND ROW: aiming to move forward in races
Two Yamaha riders were in the top four as Rea’s teammate, Andrea Locatelli, was in fourth and four tenths away from the six-time Champion. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was fifth, 0.999s away from pole, as he looks to take the Championship fight to a season finale, while Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) claimed sixth place to put two BMWs in the first two rows of the grid.
ALL-BRITISH THIRD ROW: Mackenzie in a Lowes twins sandwich
Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) will head the third row which is full of British riders. The #14 set a 1’53.673s to secure P7 ahead of the surprise of Superpole, Tarran Mackenzie (PETRONAS MIE Racing Honda). The Brit was the lead Honda rider as he claimed P8 to show his wet-weather prowess, often putting in a red sector one to indicate the best of anybody. It’s the first time in WorldSBK the #95 has been in the top ten in Superpole. Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) will complete the third row despite a crash at Turn 8 on his first flying lap. The #22 tried to hold on to his ZX-10RR but was unable to do so, before riding his bike back to the pits. A quick repair job was completed before he returned to the track, taking P9.
FOURTH ROW FOR BAUTISTA: the #1 crashes at the end of Superpole
Bassani enjoyed a strong Superpole session, claiming tenth but often running closer to the front in the wetter conditions. It was a difficult session for Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) as the reigning Champion crashed when track conditions were at their best. He fell at Turn 6 which meant he was unable to improve his lap time, setting a 1’54.239s to start Race 1 from the fourth row. Xavi Vierge (Team HRC) also crashed during Superpole, at the same point as Bautista but a few minutes before. He’ll line up from 13th, one place ahead of teammate Iker Lecuona.
The top six from WorldSBK Superpole:
1. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) 1’52.512s
2. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +0.082s
3. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +0.509s
4. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +0.927s
5. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +0.999s
6. Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +1.198s
SBK Superpole results
Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) claimed the top spot in Free Practice 3 for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship as the British rider mastered tricky conditions at the Circuito Estoril. The #65 was 0.232s quicker than Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) as the pair consistently swapped fastest times for top spot in the final practice session for the Estoril Round.
Overnight rain left the track damp but with no more falling when the 20-minute session, the times tumbled rapidly as the track dried out. Rea opted to do just one run – a strategy he used in a wet Tissot Superpole session at Assen to claim pole earlier in the year – totalling seven laps as he set a 1’53.126s. Like Rea, Petrucci also only completed one stint as he claimed second place with a 1’53.358s, finishing exactly 0.010s clear of Championship leader Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team). The #54 set a 1’53.368s to claim P3 as he also completed just one long run in the 20-minute session.
Razgatlioglu’s teammate, Michael van der Mark, was fourth-fastest on a good start to BMW’s morning although the Dutchman was around a second off Razgatlioglu’s time. Reigning Champion Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was fifth fastest, almost matching van der Mark’s effort, with Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) completing the top six; two Yamahas in the top six was a contrast to FP2 yesterday, when Rea was the only representative in the top ten.
Spanish rider Xavi Vierge (Team HRC) was seventh after he set a 1’54.832s to finish four tenths down on ‘Loka’ in front, while it’s been a good start to the weekend for Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Team Motocorsa Racing). The #21 has been close to the top ten all weekend across the various conditions and that continued in FP3 with P8. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was animated in his box in the opening stages of the session but he set the ninth fastest time – a 1’55.553s – with six laps to his name. Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) rounded out the top ten.
The top six from WorldSBK FP3, full results here:
1 Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) 1’53.126s
2. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +0.232s
3. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.242s
4. Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +1.260s
5. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +1.284s
6. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +1.328s
SBK FP3
Stefano Manzi led the morning warmup in the Supersport World Championship session at Estoril over Federico Caricasulo and Yari Montella. Valentin Debise was fourth, ahead of Lucas Mahias and Glenn Van Straalen.
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Stefano Mesa converted pole position into a comfortable win in the featured AHRMA Pro Challenge race at Barber Motorsports Park. Mesa, riding a Boulder Motorsports Pierobon X80R with a Ducati 1198cc V-Twin Superbike engine, completed the 11-lap sprint 5.757 seconds ahead of Hayden Gillim on a Vesrah MotoAmerica Supersport Suzuki GSX-R750.
Tyler Scott on a Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki MotoAmerica Next Generation Supersport GSX-R750 finished third, less than a tenth of a second behind Gillim. Danny Eslick on a TOBC MotoAmerica Supersport Triumph 765 led early but finished fourth, and Gus Rodio on a MotoAmerica-spec and restricted Supersport Ducati V2 Panigale was fifth, ahead of Kyle Ohnsorg on the second Vision Wheel Suzuki.
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The first of the Estoril weekend’s WorldWCR races was another nailbiter, with championship leader Ana Carrasco (Evan Bros Racing Yamaha Team) and title contender Maria Herrera (Klint Forward Factory Team) battling tooth and nail for victory in a race that began in the dry only to conclude in pouring rain.
Herrera’s performance was particularly noteworthy considering she was forced to start the race from the back of the grid due to a technical issue. A lightning start and extremely impressive pace meant the Spaniard was back into the top three in the space of two laps.
Although the race began in dry conditions, rain returned with a vengeance with just five laps to go, the race red flagged on lap 8. Victory ultimately went to Carrasco, separated by just 0.082 of a second from Herrera. Snatching her fourth win of the season, Carrasco is the only rider to have reached the podium in every race held so far.
An impressive Beatriz Neila (Ampito / Pata Prometeon Yamaha) stuck close to the two frontrunners, crossing the line just 0.17 of a second from race winner Ana to secure her second podium of the season.
Sara Sanchez (511 Terra&Vita Racing Team) did well to finish fourth. Deemed responsible for causing the Cremona incident that saw both herself and Herrera crash out while fighting for victory, Sanchez was required to serve a long lap penalty during this first race at Estoril, nevertheless placing inside the top five.
Having proved at ease in full wet conditions, Australian Tayla Ralph (TAYCO Motorsport) followed up her recent Cremona podium with a solid fifth-place finish at Estoril today.
Pakita Ruiz (PS Racing Team 46+1) and Roberta Ponziani (Yamaha Motoxracing WCR Team) closed within a second of each other to place P6 and P7 respectively, while Mallory Dobbs (Sekhmet Motorcycle Racing Team), Mexican rider Astrid Madrigal (ITALIKA Racing FIMLA) and Adela Ourednickova (DaftMotoracing by Smrz) rounded out the top ten.
Spain’s Sanchez will be the Race 2 polesitter on Sunday after setting the fastest lap time in Race 1. Sara will be joined on the front row by Neila and Herrera, with Carrasco taking the fourth spot.
18 laps of The FIM Supersport World Championship Race 1 unfolded at the Estoril Circuit in Portugal on Saturday afternoon, and dry weather greeted the paddock following a day of wet Free Practice Sessions on Friday. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) was dominant from lights out, as he led Championship leader Adrian Huertas (Aruba.it Racing) and title rival Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) into Turn 1.
MONTELLA UNSTOPPABLE: Italian leads from lights out
Early crashes for Spain’s Jorge Navarro (Orelac Racing VerdNatura) and #71 Tom Edwards on Lap 1 cut short their first race of the weekend. Chasing down the front trio was Frenchman Valentin Debise (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team) with Lucas Mahias (GMT94 Yamaha) close on his tail. The paddock was unable to challenge the Italian #55 rider, who displayed strong race pace throughout, and the other rostrum positions also remained uninterrupted with Huertas and Manzi riding comfortable races in second and third, with Montella’s victory securing Ducati a second consecutive Manufacturers’ Championship.
DRAMA FOR DEBISE: two crashes for the Frenchman
Outside of the podium places, Debise and Mahias provided plenty of close racing action for the Portuguese spectators as they battled for fourth position. The #53 Yamaha rider showcased some impressive late race pace during the closing stages at the Estoril circuit as he made a significant gain towards a podium spot. His speed provided too much however, as he crashed at turn 1 with only four laps remaining. Despite returning to his bike and back into a points position, he once again ended up in the gravel with two laps to go and retiring from the race.
SUCCESS FOR TEN KATE RACING: wrapping up the Teams’ Championship
Ten Kate Racing celebrated Race 1 of the penultimate Championship weekend as they won the Teams’ Championship award, whilst Ducati claimed the all-important manufacturer’s championship, their second in a row. With his Race 1 win and outstanding last lap record time of 1’40.266, Montella claims his eighth win, equaling Sam Lowes at the 12th-all time spot. Standing on the second step of the rostrum, #99 Huertas achieved his 16th podium alongside title rival Manzi who also claims his 16th podium position of the year.
JUST OFF THE PODIUM: Mahias leads Caricasulo
Just missing out on a top three finish was Lucas Mahias, who led Federico Caricasulo (Motozoo ME AIR Racing) and Germany’s Marcel Schroetter (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) across the line to complete the top six. The pressure is now ramping up as the paddock looks ahead to Race 2 on Sunday afternoon. The FIM Supersport World Championship is all to play for as just 50 points separate the top three riders; Huertas, Montella and Manzi.
The top six from WorldSSP Race 1:
1. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team)
2. Adrián Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) +1.321s
3. Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) +5.391s
4. Lucas Mahias (GMT94 Yamaha) +17.164s
5. Federico Caricasulo (Motozoo ME AIR Racing) +22.548s
6. Marcel Schroetter (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) +22.603s
Fastest lap: Yari Montella, Ducati – 1’40.266s
SSP Race one Results (2)The race action in The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship got underway on Saturday afternoon, as twenty-four riders lined up onto the gird for the 21-lap race. Despite a pole position start, Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) was unable to hold onto first at lights out, as Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) claimed the hole shot into Turn 1of Italian rider Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) who had a rocket start off the line. Toprak followed through in third position on the opening lap, but it was the Yamaha bikes that were strong from the outset as Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) overtook the title leader into third.
#54 CLEARS FIELD: Toprak wins with 9 second gap
Locatelli demonstrated his early race pace as he took the lead from Petrucci on lap 2, whilst further back, stable mates Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) battled for fifth. It was a four-way fight for the podium spots out in front as Locatelli, Petrucci, Razgatlioglu and Rea exchanged positions. Bulega ran wide out onto the circuit with 19 laps remaining, falling to eighth position, and undoing his work earlier in the race.
BULEGA RECOVERS: 8th to 2nd
With 17 laps race distance remaining, Razgatlioglu made his move into first place ahead of the #55, whilst Bautista rode into third ahead of Petrucci and Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK). Bautista demonstrated some strong race pace, with spectators hoping a battle for first with the #54 may unfold, however the BMW rider responded to the pressure, managing to gap the field as the race progressed. Meanwhile Ducati’s Bulega made his way back up through the pack, chasing Locatelli for a podium position.
PETRUCCI, BAUTISTA, LOCATELLI, GARDNER OUT: Riders crash out of contention
An early race crash for Australian Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) resulted in the rider being declared unfit due to a left wrist fracture. A crash at Turn 7, on Lap 7 for #9 Petrucci ended his streak of 12 races in the top five, and there was more drama as four laps later Bautista low sided on the entry to turn 9, meaning his Championship hopes are no more. His teammate, Bulega moved into second shortly before Locatelli took a fall out of his rostrum position with 7 laps to go.
55 WINS FOR TOPRAK: BMW take first win in Estoril
It was Razgatlioglu who stormed to victory at the Portuguese track, as Bulega held onto second, whilst an impressive ride from Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) put Honda back on the podium, the first time since Mandalika last year. British rider Alex Lowes secured fourth place ahead of Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) and Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) who rounded off the top 6. The afternoon’s Race 1 witnessed the first race with five different manufacturers in the top 5 since last year.
The top six from WorldSBK Race 1, full results here:
1. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team)
2. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +9.221s
3. Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) +11.020s
4. Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK +11.973s
5. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +14.018s
6. Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) +17.727s
Fastest lap: Toprak Razgatlioglu, BMW – 1’37.149s
SBK race 1 Results (2)
Assorted photos from the Barber Vintage Festival
Luke Power led the Supersport World Championship morning warmup session at Estoril. In wet conditions, Power was more than a second quicker than Yari Montella, with Valentin Debise in third.
SSP warmup Results (2)
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inducted its 2024 Class on Thursday, honoring five new members during the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2024 includes Mike Lafferty, Debbie Matthews, Mat Mladin, Rob Rasor and Kevin Windham, all of whom received their Hall of Fame rings and ceremonious gold jackets during the ceremony.
“This evening, we honor a special class of motorcyclists who have excelled in various areas within our industry,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman in his induction speech. “From world-class racers to inspiring advocates and pioneers, these individuals have left an indelible mark on our sport.
“The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is more than just a museum. It is a living testament to the achievements and contributions of motorcycling legends. Events such as tonight’s ceremony help preserve their stories and ensure that their legacy continues to inspire and educate.”
Established actor, director and motorcycle enthusiast Perry King and Laurette Nicoll — motocross rider, sidecar aficionado and sideline reporter — led this year’s ceremonies as emcees, taking the audience through the lives and accomplishments of the Hall of Fame inductees.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame also honored and recognized the memories of the Hall of Famers who passed away during the last year: T.C. Christenson, Ed Youngblood, Sammy Tanner, Tom Heiniger, Larry Huffman and Ed Lojak.
Supporters and partners for the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony included Yamaha, Suzuki and Powersports World TV.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Each member of the Class of 2024 was officially inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Thursday, and after receiving their rings and jackets, the inductees addressed the audience through a speech.
Mike Lafferty
Mike Lafferty was bitten by the enduro racing bug in 1982 when he was 7 years old, and he turned this passion into one of the most successful off-road careers ever.
Lafferty broke through when he won back-to-back East Coast Enduro Association championships as a teenager in 1993 and 1994. With growing success, Lafferty became a full-time member of the Factory KTM Off-Road Team.
Lafferty hit a launching point in 1997, when he claimed his first AMA National Enduro Championship. This sparked a stretch from 1997–2007 in which Lafferty would claim a total of 71 wins and eight titles racing national enduros. His 71 wins put him second all-time. Lafferty’s eight titles has him tied for the most all-time.
“Having this happen and being inducted to the AMA Hall of Fame is such a huge honor, and it’s still kind of surreal,” Lafferty said. “I’m extremely grateful for everyone at KTM — being a part of that family. It’s everything I’ve ever dreamed of, and I couldn’t have done this without them.”
Debbie Matthews
Debbie Matthews has spent her life contributing to motorcycling and has done so by serving in — and excelling in — almost every role the sport has to offer to increase opportunities for women riders.
Known for her smooth and effortless racing style, Matthews set the record for longest consecutive pro and amateur career in women’s motocross, when she raced for 27 years. During her career, she set an additional record for placing in the top 15 of the national rankings for women’s professional motocross every year from 1977–1997.
In 1996, she co-founded the Women’s Motocross League, and Matthews further worked on behalf of women riders when she met with AMA Congress and drove the change to give women “A” Rider classification for the first time in history.
In 2012, Matthews was awarded the Lifetime Appreciation Award for her commitment as a women’s advocate, and in 2021 was inducted into the Hot Shoe Hall of Fame. In 2014, Matthews founded the Professional Organization of Women’s Racing (POWR), which generated the largest Women’s Pro Purse & Bonus program in the history of women’s motocross.
“I’m thrilled to be inducted during the 100th Anniversary of the AMA and the 50th Anniversary of Women’s Motocross,” Matthews said during her speech. “Motorcycling creates lifelong friends and stories spanning generations. Each of us is part of that great legacy, making motorcycling exciting, fun, addictive and glorious! Thank you for the blessing and privilege to be part of the most exciting sport on Earth!”
Mat Mladin
In a 10-year span from 1999 to 2009 that continues to defy belief in hindsight, Mat Mladin notched seven AMA Superbike titles and won 82 AMA Superbike nationals in the process — each of those numbers more than anyone in history.
Mladin also won the legendary Daytona 200 three times during that period, achievements that have him tied for third all-time behind AMA Hall of Famers and multi-time D200 winners Scott Russell (5) and Miguel Duhamel (4). In 1999, he won his first of seven AMA Superbike titles — achievements that would make him, according to MotoAmerica, “the most dominant rider in the history of the AMA Superbike Championship.”
“I’d like to thank the AMA, the Hall of Fame and everyone that voted for me to get my little place here amongst so many legends of the motorcycle racing world,” Mladin said. “Thank you!”
Rob Rasor
For decades, Rob Rasor was instrumental in carrying out the AMA’s mission to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling.
Hired in 1973 as part of the AMA’s Government Relations Department, Rasor helped ward off a federal “superbike” ban, helmet requirements and bike bans in several states and cities, and aided in the fight to ban healthcare discrimination against motorcyclists. Rasor was also a champion for off-road riding, and assisted in the AMA’s efforts to accommodate off-road riders on public lands.
Rasor’s efforts extended beyond the United States, and he was awarded the FIM Nicolas Rodil Del Valle Gold Medal in 2019.
“I like to think I fullfilled my love of motorcycling as a contributor,” Rasor said. “Today, I am honored to be inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame at the same time as these heroes of our sport!”
Kevin Windham
Kevin Windham’s 19-year AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross career is one for the history books.
During his long, illustrious career, Windham raced to 47 total AMA Pro wins and collected the third-most starts (325), third-most points (9,070) and the seventh-most podiums (130). While Windham saw success domestically, he thrived in international competition — winning the 1999 FIM United States Grand Prix and 2005 Motocross of Nations as a member of the American team.
Windham retired from AMA Pro Racing in 2013, marking the end of a dominant career in the AMA and international circuits.
“Thank you to AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Broc Glover, Rob Buydos, the committees and lifetime members who voted me into the Hall of Fame,” Windham said. “And thank you to the AMA for working to control of the chaos of we racers, and for protecting our rights as motorcyclists. I’m very proud to be a Life Member of the AMA.”
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.
Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) mastered the mixed conditions at the Circuito Estoril to earn his 18th pole in the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. He was less than a tenth clear of Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) in second as the battle for pole heated up during Tissot Superpole for the Estoril Round, with six-time Champion Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) completing the front row, securing a top-three position for the first time since his pole at Assen in similar conditions.
THE FIRST STINT: the majority head out straight away, Rea leads the way
The track was wet from morning rain and the entire field except for Andrea Iannone (Team GoEleven) and Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) went out immediately, with the duo opting to wait for a few minutes before heading on to the track. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) led the way after the first laps were completed after posting a 1’52.299s, ahead of Axel Bassani (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) although ‘El Bocia’ was half-a-second down on Rea, before the #65 improved by a second despite two big moments on his third flying lap.
RAZGATLIOGLU SECURES POLE: 0.082s between ‘El Turco’ and Petrucci
Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) opted for a different strategy to Rea, putting in a banker lap before pitting and re-joining the session later on. That helped him to a provisional pole with a 1’52.640s but Rea did pit with around four and a half minutes remaining before re-joining the action. Although he improved his time, he was unable to take pole as Razgatlioglu set a 1’52.430s to take P1, finishing less than a tenth ahead of Petrucci. The #9 had been setting red sectors on his final lap but lost time in the final sector after a small wobble through the chicane, setting a 1’52.51s to finish just 0.082s behind ‘El Turco’. Rea will line up from the front row as the Brit claimed P3, his best Superpole result since Assen.
BULEGA ON THE SECOND ROW: aiming to move forward in races
Two Yamaha riders were in the top four as Rea’s teammate, Andrea Locatelli, was in fourth and four tenths away from the six-time Champion. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was fifth, 0.999s away from pole, as he looks to take the Championship fight to a season finale, while Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) claimed sixth place to put two BMWs in the first two rows of the grid.
ALL-BRITISH THIRD ROW: Mackenzie in a Lowes twins sandwich
Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) will head the third row which is full of British riders. The #14 set a 1’53.673s to secure P7 ahead of the surprise of Superpole, Tarran Mackenzie (PETRONAS MIE Racing Honda). The Brit was the lead Honda rider as he claimed P8 to show his wet-weather prowess, often putting in a red sector one to indicate the best of anybody. It’s the first time in WorldSBK the #95 has been in the top ten in Superpole. Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) will complete the third row despite a crash at Turn 8 on his first flying lap. The #22 tried to hold on to his ZX-10RR but was unable to do so, before riding his bike back to the pits. A quick repair job was completed before he returned to the track, taking P9.
FOURTH ROW FOR BAUTISTA: the #1 crashes at the end of Superpole
Bassani enjoyed a strong Superpole session, claiming tenth but often running closer to the front in the wetter conditions. It was a difficult session for Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) as the reigning Champion crashed when track conditions were at their best. He fell at Turn 6 which meant he was unable to improve his lap time, setting a 1’54.239s to start Race 1 from the fourth row. Xavi Vierge (Team HRC) also crashed during Superpole, at the same point as Bautista but a few minutes before. He’ll line up from 13th, one place ahead of teammate Iker Lecuona.
The top six from WorldSBK Superpole:
1. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) 1’52.512s
2. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +0.082s
3. Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +0.509s
4. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +0.927s
5. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +0.999s
6. Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +1.198s
SBK Superpole results
Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) claimed the top spot in Free Practice 3 for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship as the British rider mastered tricky conditions at the Circuito Estoril. The #65 was 0.232s quicker than Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) as the pair consistently swapped fastest times for top spot in the final practice session for the Estoril Round.
Overnight rain left the track damp but with no more falling when the 20-minute session, the times tumbled rapidly as the track dried out. Rea opted to do just one run – a strategy he used in a wet Tissot Superpole session at Assen to claim pole earlier in the year – totalling seven laps as he set a 1’53.126s. Like Rea, Petrucci also only completed one stint as he claimed second place with a 1’53.358s, finishing exactly 0.010s clear of Championship leader Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team). The #54 set a 1’53.368s to claim P3 as he also completed just one long run in the 20-minute session.
Razgatlioglu’s teammate, Michael van der Mark, was fourth-fastest on a good start to BMW’s morning although the Dutchman was around a second off Razgatlioglu’s time. Reigning Champion Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was fifth fastest, almost matching van der Mark’s effort, with Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) completing the top six; two Yamahas in the top six was a contrast to FP2 yesterday, when Rea was the only representative in the top ten.
Spanish rider Xavi Vierge (Team HRC) was seventh after he set a 1’54.832s to finish four tenths down on ‘Loka’ in front, while it’s been a good start to the weekend for Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Team Motocorsa Racing). The #21 has been close to the top ten all weekend across the various conditions and that continued in FP3 with P8. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) was animated in his box in the opening stages of the session but he set the ninth fastest time – a 1’55.553s – with six laps to his name. Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) rounded out the top ten.
The top six from WorldSBK FP3, full results here:
1 Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) 1’53.126s
2. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +0.232s
3. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.242s
4. Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +1.260s
5. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +1.284s
6. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) +1.328s
SBK FP3
