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

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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

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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

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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

Michael Gougis
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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

 

WorldSBK: Bulega Takes Pole in Jerez

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WorldSBK: Bulega Takes Pole in Jerez

Nicolo Bulega set a new lap record at Jerez to take pole position in Superbike World Championship competition at the Prometeon Spanish Round.

Bulega’s 1:37.596 was 0.606 quicker than Toprak Razgatlioglu, who qualified second, ahead of Alex Lowes. After topping the morning warmup session, American Garrett Gerloff qualified 10th.

SBK Superpole Results

World Supersport: Manzi Tops Saturday Warmup At Jerez

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World Supersport: Manzi Tops Saturday Warmup At Jerez

Stefano Manzi took his Pata Ten Kate Yamaha YZF-R6 to the top of the time sheet on Saturday morning in the Supersport World Championship warmup session at the Prometeon Spanish Round in Jerez.

Can Oncu on the Kawasaki Puccetti Racing ZX-6R finished second, with Jorge Navarro third on his Orelac Racing Verdnatura Ducati Panigale V2.

SSP Saturday warmup Results

WorldSBK: American Gerloff Tops FP3 In Jerez

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WorldSBK: American Gerloff Tops FP3 In Jerez

Garrett Gerloff said after Friday’s practice session at the Prometeon Spanish Round of the Superbike World Championship that his Bonovo Action BMW M 1000 RR was missing something and that his team was looking for more performance overnight. Gerloff then went out on Saturday morning and set the fastest time in Free Practice Three, his 1:39.166 edging Andrea Iannone on the GoEleven Ducati Panigale V4 R by 0.018 seconds. Iker Lecuona was third on his Honda CBR 1000RR-R.

SBK FP3 Results

MotoGP : Sprint Race Results From Phillip Island

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MotoGP : Sprint Race Results From Phillip Island

Jorge Martin won the MotoGP Tissot Sprint race Saturday afternoon at Phillip Island, in Australia. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati on Michelin control tires, the World Championship point leader won the 13-lap race by 1.520 seconds.

Six-time MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez was the runner-up on his Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP23.

Enea Bastianini finished third on his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP24. 

His teammate and defending World Champion, Francesco Bagnaia got fourth. 

For the championship, Bagnaia is 16 points behind his principal rival Martin who has 404 points. M.Marquez is third with 320 points.

sprint classification motogp

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Martin sublime as Marquez and Bastianini stay in the fight. The Spaniard celebrates Tissot Sprint victory at Phillip Island, finishing ahead of Marc Marquez and Enea Bastianini. 

Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) has extended his title advantage at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix after an incredible Tissot Sprint. The #89 started from pole position and set a relentless pace before storming to glory. Martin crossed the line ahead of Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), who charged to second after a tough start as Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) claimed the final spot on the Sprint podium after a fantastic ride from 10th on the grid. ‘The Beast’ crossed the line ahead of teammate Francesco Bagnaia(Ducati Lenovo Team), who took fourth and now has a 16 point defect to Martin in the Championship.

Excitement filled the air as the lights went out, with Martin claiming the perfect launch from pole position, storming into the lead on the run to Turn 1. The #89 was leading with Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) and Bagnaia in chase after the reigning World Champion secured a fantastic launch from P5 on the grid.

It was a tough start to the Sprint for Marc Marquez, dropping to eighth after the #93 ran wide at Turn 1. However, the eight-time World Champion began to claw back time, carving past Franco Morbidelli (Prima Pramac Racing) and Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing), picking off Bastianini and Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) for P4.

Martin put the hammer down early, stretching a one-second lead to Bezzecchi, who was now under immense pressure from Bagnaia. The #1 made the move stick on Lap 4, charging into second while Bezzecchi was soon under pressure from the hard-charging Marc Marquez.

Positions continued to change, with Bezzecchi demoted to fourth as Marc Marquez set his sights on Bagnaia as the gap reduced at every sector before the #93 pounced on Lap 8. Bagnaia was unable to match the pace and soon dropped to fourth, with Bastianini finding a gap in his teammate’s armour and entering the podium rostrum.

Drama struck for Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), crashing on Lap 8 to the disappointment of the Australian crowd. The #43 was not the only rider to have a tough day, withJohann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR) and Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) also suffering crashes during the Sprint.

Meanwhile, Bezzecchi and Viñales continued an intense battle for fifth, with the #12 overtaking the Italian at the start of Lap 12. However, everything unfolded at Turn 1 as Bezzecchi and Viñales collided, and both riders crashed out. Binder’s hopes of points were also lost moments later as the South African lost the front at Turn 4.

Nobody could match Martin’s pace in the closing stages of the Sprint, allowing the #89 to charge to victory at Phillip Island. Martin crossed the line with a 1.520s advantage over the recovering Marc Marquez, who crossed the line in second and crucially ahead of Bastianini as the battle for third in the Championship continues.

Bagnaia crossed the line in fourth spot with some pace still to find for Sunday after losing further points to title rival Martin. Meanwhile, Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) secured fifth, crossing the line ahead of Morbidelli in sixth. Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Racing) capped off a confidence-boosting Saturday, bagging seventh place and finishing ahead of Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing). The #41 claimed a strong finish as the final point of the day went the way of Red Bull GASGAS Tech3’s Augusto Fernandez.

 

After an intense Sprint, the action is not over in Phillip Island, make sure you join us for the Australian GP on Sunday at 14:00 local time (UTC +11) as Bagnaia sets his sights on redemption and Martin eyes a near-perfect weekend!

Moto2 : Aldeguer Breaks Record, Takes Pole Position At Phillip Island

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Moto2 : Aldeguer Breaks Record, Takes Pole Position At Phillip Island

Fermin Aldeguer was the man to beat during Moto2 World qualifying Saturday at Phillip Island, in Australia. The Spaniard rider topped qualifying session with a new lap record time. Riding his Pirelli-shod Beta Tools SpeedUp Boscoscuro, Aldeguer navigated the 2.76-mile (4.4 km) course in 1:30.876, breaking his own’s 2023 All-Time Lap Record of 1:31.888.

Spanish veteran Aron Canet was second-best with a 1:31.072 on his Fantic Racing Kalex.

Aldeguer’s teammate, Alonso Lopez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:31.144. 

American Joe Roberts suffered a broken scaphoid on his right hand after a crash in today’s Practice 2 session. After assessment in the medical center, he has been declared unfit for the rest of the weekend.

QualifyingResults moto2

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Aldeguer outshines Canet in the battle for pole position, Ogura P9. The Spaniard will start the Australian GP from pole after an intense battle with Canet and Lopez in Q2. 

Fermin Aldeguer (Beta Tools SpeedUp) has broken new ground at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, destroying the lap record and storming to a magnificent pole position. Aldeguer became the first Moto2™ rider to break into the 1:30 bracket at Phillip Island, earning a 0.196s advantage over Aron Canet (Fantic Racing). The #44 showed incredible consistency throughout Q2 but was unable to dip into the 1:30 bracket and match the Aldeguer’s pace. Meanwhile, Alonso Lopez (Beta Tools SpeedUp) rounded out the front row, securing a late P3 on his final flying lap.
 

Aldeguer vs Canet in Q2

It was tricky conditions on Saturday morning, with Senna Agius (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) securing top spot in Practice 2, but due to overnight rain, Aldeguer remained at the top of the combined standings after a brilliant 1:32.718 on Friday. Once Q1 got underway, home hero Agius broke the lap record, securing a Q2 spot alongside Dennis Foggia (Italtrans Racing Team), Ayumu Sakaki (Yamaha VR46 Master Camp Team) and Barry Baltus (RW-Idrofoglia Racing GP).

Once Q2 began, Aldeguer unleashed an impressive pace, topping the timesheets on the opening lap before being demoted to third by Canet and Agius. The #54 soon responded, destroying the lap record and continuing to push. However, Aldeguer’s dominance did not last long as Canet found a chunk of time in the final sector as the battle for pole went down to the wire, where after being held up initially, the #54 found further time on his final lap and took P1 after an unbelievable lap.

Ogura back on the third row

Marcos Ramirez narrowly missed out on the front row and will line up in fourth and as the sole OnlyFans American Racing Team rider on the grid after Joe Roberts was declared unfit due to a right scaphoid fracture. Ramirez will face tough competition on the second row, with Baltus landing P5 on the grid after fighting through Q1. Winner last time out, Manuel Gonzalez (Gresini Moto2™), will start from sixth, aiming to fight at the front again on Sunday.

Diogo Moreira (Italtrans Racing Team) spearheads the third row of the grid in seventh, finishing less than half a second adrift from the front row. Albert Arenas will start alongside Moreira as the #75 rounds out a great qualifying for the Gresini Moto2™ squad. Arenas starts ahead of Championship leader Ai Ogura (MT Helmets – MSI), who suffered a crash in Practice 2 on Saturday morning and has work to do from ninth on the grid. Further back, Agius will start from P13 on the grid, setting sights on strong points at home.

 

The action continues Down Under as Moto2™ prepare to duel at Phillip Island, with lights out on Sunday at 12:15 local time (UTC +11), so make sure you tune into the action on motogp.com!

Moto3 : Ortola On Pole Position In Australia

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Moto3 : Ortola On Pole Position In Australia

Ivan Ortola earned pole position during Moto3 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Phillip Island, in Australia. Riding his MT Helmets – MSI KTM on Pirelli control tires, Ortola topped the 26-rider field with a lap time of 1:35.872

Colin Veijer was the best of the rest with a 1:35.996 on his Liqui Moly Intact GP Husqvarna, and Adrian Fernandez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:36.023 on his Leopard Racing Honda. 

Qualifying Results moto3

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Ortola stuns with late Phillip Island pole, Alonso P10. The #48 has secured a third pole position on the bounce, starting alongside Veijer and Fernandez. 

Ivan Ortola (MT Helmets – MSI) continues an incredible qualifying form in 2024, storming to pole position at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. The #48 claimed a third consecutive pole of the season after setting a late 1:35.872, improving on his final lap to start ahead of Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP), who bagged a front row start of a dramatic session. The Dutchman recovered well after an earlier crash at Turn 4, ending Q2 just 0.124s adrift from pole position. Meanwhile, Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) was another rider who pulled off an incredible recovery battle from Q1 to P3.

Ortola shines in Australia

It was a wet start to Saturday’s action, with times improving from Friday and Angel Piqueras (Leopard Racing) once again topping the standings in tricky conditions as newly crowned Champion David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) suffered a crash at Turn 6 – rider OK. This led to an action-packed Q1, which saw home hero Jacob Roulstone (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) reign supreme, securing a spot in Q2 alongside Fernandez, David Muñoz (BOE Motorsports) and Honda Team Asia’s Taiyo Furusato.

It was a busy start to Q2, with Alonso pushing from the early laps with a train of riders behind. Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) set an early benchmark in Q2, only to be bettered by Stefano Nepa (LEVELUP – MTA). This led to an intense final run, with home hero Kelso taking provisional P1 before a handful of riders responded and moved the goalpost further, allowing Ortola to claim a late pole position.

Alonso heads from P10

David Muñoz (BOE Motorsport) will head the second row of the grid in Australia, finding time on his final run after using the newly crowned Champion as a marker. The #64 briefly had provisional pole but will start ahead of Scott Ogden (FleetSafe Honda – MLav Racing), who clocked an impressive time to place fifth ahead of Nepa in sixth.

Meanwhile, Kelso dropped to seventh at the flag after the Aussie was unable to improve further on his final lap. Kelso has a strong starting position for Sunday and will be joined by Angel Piqueras (Leopard Racing) and Furusato on the third row of the grid. However, it was a tough day for Alonso, qualifying in 10th with work to do on Sunday as the #80 attempts to add to his win tally in 2024. Roulstone will also set sight on finding time from 13th after qualifying ahead of teammate Daniel Holgado (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3). 

 

Next up for Moto3™ at Phillip Island, it is time to go racing, with lights out at 11:00 local time (UTC +11) on Sunday!

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
 SSP 300 Race One ChampionshipStandings

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.

WWCR Race One Results
 WorldWCR Race One ChampionshipStandings

 

WorldSBK: Bulega Takes Pole in Jerez

Nicolo Bulega (11) leads Alvaro Bautista (1) in Superpole qualifying at Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Nicolo Bulega set a new lap record at Jerez to take pole position in Superbike World Championship competition at the Prometeon Spanish Round.

Bulega’s 1:37.596 was 0.606 quicker than Toprak Razgatlioglu, who qualified second, ahead of Alex Lowes. After topping the morning warmup session, American Garrett Gerloff qualified 10th.

SBK Superpole Results

World Supersport: Manzi Tops Saturday Warmup At Jerez

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 took his Pata Ten Kate Yamaha YZF-R6 to the top of the time sheet on Saturday morning in the Supersport World Championship warmup session at the Prometeon Spanish Round in Jerez.

Can Oncu on the Kawasaki Puccetti Racing ZX-6R finished second, with Jorge Navarro third on his Orelac Racing Verdnatura Ducati Panigale V2.

SSP Saturday warmup Results

WorldSBK: American Gerloff Tops FP3 In Jerez

Garrett Gerloff (31). Photo by Michael Gougis.

Garrett Gerloff said after Friday’s practice session at the Prometeon Spanish Round of the Superbike World Championship that his Bonovo Action BMW M 1000 RR was missing something and that his team was looking for more performance overnight. Gerloff then went out on Saturday morning and set the fastest time in Free Practice Three, his 1:39.166 edging Andrea Iannone on the GoEleven Ducati Panigale V4 R by 0.018 seconds. Iker Lecuona was third on his Honda CBR 1000RR-R.

SBK FP3 Results

MotoGP : Sprint Race Results From Phillip Island

Phillip Island Circuit. Photo courtesy Phillip Island Circuit Website.
Phillip Island Circuit. Photo courtesy Phillip Island Circuit Website.

Jorge Martin won the MotoGP Tissot Sprint race Saturday afternoon at Phillip Island, in Australia. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati on Michelin control tires, the World Championship point leader won the 13-lap race by 1.520 seconds.

Six-time MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez was the runner-up on his Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP23.

Enea Bastianini finished third on his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP24. 

His teammate and defending World Champion, Francesco Bagnaia got fourth. 

For the championship, Bagnaia is 16 points behind his principal rival Martin who has 404 points. M.Marquez is third with 320 points.

sprint classification motogp

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Martin sublime as Marquez and Bastianini stay in the fight. The Spaniard celebrates Tissot Sprint victory at Phillip Island, finishing ahead of Marc Marquez and Enea Bastianini. 

Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) has extended his title advantage at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix after an incredible Tissot Sprint. The #89 started from pole position and set a relentless pace before storming to glory. Martin crossed the line ahead of Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), who charged to second after a tough start as Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) claimed the final spot on the Sprint podium after a fantastic ride from 10th on the grid. ‘The Beast’ crossed the line ahead of teammate Francesco Bagnaia(Ducati Lenovo Team), who took fourth and now has a 16 point defect to Martin in the Championship.

Excitement filled the air as the lights went out, with Martin claiming the perfect launch from pole position, storming into the lead on the run to Turn 1. The #89 was leading with Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) and Bagnaia in chase after the reigning World Champion secured a fantastic launch from P5 on the grid.

It was a tough start to the Sprint for Marc Marquez, dropping to eighth after the #93 ran wide at Turn 1. However, the eight-time World Champion began to claw back time, carving past Franco Morbidelli (Prima Pramac Racing) and Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing), picking off Bastianini and Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) for P4.

Martin put the hammer down early, stretching a one-second lead to Bezzecchi, who was now under immense pressure from Bagnaia. The #1 made the move stick on Lap 4, charging into second while Bezzecchi was soon under pressure from the hard-charging Marc Marquez.

Positions continued to change, with Bezzecchi demoted to fourth as Marc Marquez set his sights on Bagnaia as the gap reduced at every sector before the #93 pounced on Lap 8. Bagnaia was unable to match the pace and soon dropped to fourth, with Bastianini finding a gap in his teammate’s armour and entering the podium rostrum.

Drama struck for Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), crashing on Lap 8 to the disappointment of the Australian crowd. The #43 was not the only rider to have a tough day, withJohann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR) and Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) also suffering crashes during the Sprint.

Meanwhile, Bezzecchi and Viñales continued an intense battle for fifth, with the #12 overtaking the Italian at the start of Lap 12. However, everything unfolded at Turn 1 as Bezzecchi and Viñales collided, and both riders crashed out. Binder’s hopes of points were also lost moments later as the South African lost the front at Turn 4.

Nobody could match Martin’s pace in the closing stages of the Sprint, allowing the #89 to charge to victory at Phillip Island. Martin crossed the line with a 1.520s advantage over the recovering Marc Marquez, who crossed the line in second and crucially ahead of Bastianini as the battle for third in the Championship continues.

Bagnaia crossed the line in fourth spot with some pace still to find for Sunday after losing further points to title rival Martin. Meanwhile, Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) secured fifth, crossing the line ahead of Morbidelli in sixth. Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Racing) capped off a confidence-boosting Saturday, bagging seventh place and finishing ahead of Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing). The #41 claimed a strong finish as the final point of the day went the way of Red Bull GASGAS Tech3’s Augusto Fernandez.

 

After an intense Sprint, the action is not over in Phillip Island, make sure you join us for the Australian GP on Sunday at 14:00 local time (UTC +11) as Bagnaia sets his sights on redemption and Martin eyes a near-perfect weekend!

Moto2 : Aldeguer Breaks Record, Takes Pole Position At Phillip Island

Fermin Aldeguer on pole position in Australia. Photo courtesy Speed Up Team.
Fermin Aldeguer on pole position in Australia. Photo courtesy Speed Up Team.

Fermin Aldeguer was the man to beat during Moto2 World qualifying Saturday at Phillip Island, in Australia. The Spaniard rider topped qualifying session with a new lap record time. Riding his Pirelli-shod Beta Tools SpeedUp Boscoscuro, Aldeguer navigated the 2.76-mile (4.4 km) course in 1:30.876, breaking his own’s 2023 All-Time Lap Record of 1:31.888.

Spanish veteran Aron Canet was second-best with a 1:31.072 on his Fantic Racing Kalex.

Aldeguer’s teammate, Alonso Lopez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:31.144. 

American Joe Roberts suffered a broken scaphoid on his right hand after a crash in today’s Practice 2 session. After assessment in the medical center, he has been declared unfit for the rest of the weekend.

QualifyingResults moto2

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Aldeguer outshines Canet in the battle for pole position, Ogura P9. The Spaniard will start the Australian GP from pole after an intense battle with Canet and Lopez in Q2. 

Fermin Aldeguer (Beta Tools SpeedUp) has broken new ground at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, destroying the lap record and storming to a magnificent pole position. Aldeguer became the first Moto2™ rider to break into the 1:30 bracket at Phillip Island, earning a 0.196s advantage over Aron Canet (Fantic Racing). The #44 showed incredible consistency throughout Q2 but was unable to dip into the 1:30 bracket and match the Aldeguer’s pace. Meanwhile, Alonso Lopez (Beta Tools SpeedUp) rounded out the front row, securing a late P3 on his final flying lap.
 

Aldeguer vs Canet in Q2

It was tricky conditions on Saturday morning, with Senna Agius (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) securing top spot in Practice 2, but due to overnight rain, Aldeguer remained at the top of the combined standings after a brilliant 1:32.718 on Friday. Once Q1 got underway, home hero Agius broke the lap record, securing a Q2 spot alongside Dennis Foggia (Italtrans Racing Team), Ayumu Sakaki (Yamaha VR46 Master Camp Team) and Barry Baltus (RW-Idrofoglia Racing GP).

Once Q2 began, Aldeguer unleashed an impressive pace, topping the timesheets on the opening lap before being demoted to third by Canet and Agius. The #54 soon responded, destroying the lap record and continuing to push. However, Aldeguer’s dominance did not last long as Canet found a chunk of time in the final sector as the battle for pole went down to the wire, where after being held up initially, the #54 found further time on his final lap and took P1 after an unbelievable lap.

Ogura back on the third row

Marcos Ramirez narrowly missed out on the front row and will line up in fourth and as the sole OnlyFans American Racing Team rider on the grid after Joe Roberts was declared unfit due to a right scaphoid fracture. Ramirez will face tough competition on the second row, with Baltus landing P5 on the grid after fighting through Q1. Winner last time out, Manuel Gonzalez (Gresini Moto2™), will start from sixth, aiming to fight at the front again on Sunday.

Diogo Moreira (Italtrans Racing Team) spearheads the third row of the grid in seventh, finishing less than half a second adrift from the front row. Albert Arenas will start alongside Moreira as the #75 rounds out a great qualifying for the Gresini Moto2™ squad. Arenas starts ahead of Championship leader Ai Ogura (MT Helmets – MSI), who suffered a crash in Practice 2 on Saturday morning and has work to do from ninth on the grid. Further back, Agius will start from P13 on the grid, setting sights on strong points at home.

 

The action continues Down Under as Moto2™ prepare to duel at Phillip Island, with lights out on Sunday at 12:15 local time (UTC +11), so make sure you tune into the action on motogp.com!

Moto3 : Ortola On Pole Position In Australia

Ivan Ortola takes pole position in Australia. Photo courtesy MT Helmet MSI Team.
Ivan Ortola takes pole position in Australia. Photo courtesy MT Helmet MSI Team.

Ivan Ortola earned pole position during Moto3 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Phillip Island, in Australia. Riding his MT Helmets – MSI KTM on Pirelli control tires, Ortola topped the 26-rider field with a lap time of 1:35.872

Colin Veijer was the best of the rest with a 1:35.996 on his Liqui Moly Intact GP Husqvarna, and Adrian Fernandez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:36.023 on his Leopard Racing Honda. 

Qualifying Results moto3

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Ortola stuns with late Phillip Island pole, Alonso P10. The #48 has secured a third pole position on the bounce, starting alongside Veijer and Fernandez. 

Ivan Ortola (MT Helmets – MSI) continues an incredible qualifying form in 2024, storming to pole position at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. The #48 claimed a third consecutive pole of the season after setting a late 1:35.872, improving on his final lap to start ahead of Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP), who bagged a front row start of a dramatic session. The Dutchman recovered well after an earlier crash at Turn 4, ending Q2 just 0.124s adrift from pole position. Meanwhile, Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) was another rider who pulled off an incredible recovery battle from Q1 to P3.

Ortola shines in Australia

It was a wet start to Saturday’s action, with times improving from Friday and Angel Piqueras (Leopard Racing) once again topping the standings in tricky conditions as newly crowned Champion David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) suffered a crash at Turn 6 – rider OK. This led to an action-packed Q1, which saw home hero Jacob Roulstone (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) reign supreme, securing a spot in Q2 alongside Fernandez, David Muñoz (BOE Motorsports) and Honda Team Asia’s Taiyo Furusato.

It was a busy start to Q2, with Alonso pushing from the early laps with a train of riders behind. Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) set an early benchmark in Q2, only to be bettered by Stefano Nepa (LEVELUP – MTA). This led to an intense final run, with home hero Kelso taking provisional P1 before a handful of riders responded and moved the goalpost further, allowing Ortola to claim a late pole position.

Alonso heads from P10

David Muñoz (BOE Motorsport) will head the second row of the grid in Australia, finding time on his final run after using the newly crowned Champion as a marker. The #64 briefly had provisional pole but will start ahead of Scott Ogden (FleetSafe Honda – MLav Racing), who clocked an impressive time to place fifth ahead of Nepa in sixth.

Meanwhile, Kelso dropped to seventh at the flag after the Aussie was unable to improve further on his final lap. Kelso has a strong starting position for Sunday and will be joined by Angel Piqueras (Leopard Racing) and Furusato on the third row of the grid. However, it was a tough day for Alonso, qualifying in 10th with work to do on Sunday as the #80 attempts to add to his win tally in 2024. Roulstone will also set sight on finding time from 13th after qualifying ahead of teammate Daniel Holgado (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3). 

 

Next up for Moto3™ at Phillip Island, it is time to go racing, with lights out at 11:00 local time (UTC +11) on Sunday!

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