MotoGP : Sprint Race Results From Phillip Island

Mathilde Gasnier

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October 18, 2024

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.

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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

Mathilde Gasnier

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October 18, 2024

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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.

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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

Mathilde Gasnier

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October 18, 2024

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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.

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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 10^th 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 13^th 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!

MotoGP : Martin Claims Pole Position At Phillip Island

Mathilde Gasnier

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October 18, 2024

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MotoGP : Martin Claims Pole Position At Phillip Island

Jorge Martin earned pole position during MotoGP World Championship qualifying on Saturday at Phillip Island, in Australia. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati Desmosedici on the dry 2.76-mile (4.4 km) track, Martin turned a 1:27.296.

Marc Marquez was the best of the rest with a 1:27.890 on his Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici, and Maverick Vinales claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:27.991 on his Aprilia RS-GP.

Row-two qualifiers included Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Ducati’s Marco Bezzecchi (1:28.375), the two-time and defending Champion Francesco Bagnaia on his Lenovo Ducati Desmosedici GP24 (1:28.478) and Raul Fernandez on his Trackhouse Racing Aprilia RS-GP (1:28.498).

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More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

Martin produces late magic to clinch pole from Marc Marquez. The Spaniard has stormed to pole position at Phillip Island and will start alongside Marc Marquez and Maverick Viñales.

Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) has charged to pole position at the Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, delivering another magical lap – clocking a 1:27.296. Martin ends Q2 with a magnificent 0.594s advantage from the late-charging Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), who improved on his final flying lap of the session, bagging a front-row start on his GP23. The eight-time World Champion has claimed a prime spot on the grid, starting alongside Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) after the #12 set a relentless pace at the start of Q2, which gifted Viñales a strong front row start.

Martin leaves it late

Saturday’s action began in tricky conditions, with Marc Marquez grabbing P1 after an extended 40 minute FP2 session, which saw the track continue to dry after a wet morning – setting the stage for an intense qualifying. Once Q1 got underway, there was drama from the onset, with a mix of wet and slick Michelin tyres fitted at the start of the session. Lap times tumbled as conditions improved, with Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Racing) timing his time attack to perfect and earning a Q2 spot alongside Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team).

As Q2 clicked into gear, all 12 riders opted for slick tyres, with Martin leading the pack on the track and at the timesheets as Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team’s Fabio Di Giannantoniosuffered an early fall at Turn 1. Viñales soon became the rider to beat at the end of the first run, with pole position – as usual – being decided in the final five minutes. Martin soon laid a new benchmark, smashing into the low 1:27 bracket to snatch pole position at Phillip Island.

Bagnaia back in P5

Meanwhile, Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) will spearhead the second row of the grid, with the Italian unable to dip inside the 1:27 bracket. Bezzecchi continues a strong weekend and will start ahead of reigning World Champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team). The #1 grabbed a late fifth, holding onto a second row start after Bagnaia was one of the final riders to start their second run. Rounding out the second row is Fernandez, who remarkably battled from Q1 to sixth.

Further back, Franco Morbidelli heads the third row of the grid, ending a strong session for the Prima Pramac Racing squad after finding time on his ninth lap. The #21 was comfortably ahead of Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), who begins to set sights on a strong result in Australia from eighth on the grid. Alex Marquez starts alongside compatriot Alex Rins, who was the sole Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™ rider in Q2, landing ninth on the rider.

There is work to do for the key names once the lights go out, with Bastianini unable to place higher than 10^th on the grid. It would also be a tough session for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, with Brad Binder heading from P11 and Jack Miller starting from 16^th after the Aussie was unable to find a way into Q2 at home. Pedro Acosta (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) also has a challenge ahead, starting from P15 after a tough end to Q1.

Saturday’s action does not stop here! Join us for an unmissable Tissot Sprint as the world’s most exciting sport returns for what could prove to be a pivotal battle at 15:00 local time (UTC +11)!

R.I.P.: Famed Chassis Builder & Fabricator Rob North

John Ulrich

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October 18, 2024

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R.I.P.: Famed Chassis Builder & Fabricator Rob North

Rob North (June 30, 1940 – October 16, 2024) was born and raised in Coventry, England. His sidecar racing in the early 1960s led to starting a business primarily selling road race sidecar frames (chassis). Coventry is where the Triumph factory was located, so he knew people there, including Percy Tait (racer and part of the Engineering dept at Triumph). It was Percy who recommended Rob to Doug Hele (head of racing) to build the race frames for the 1970s BSA and Triumph 750 Triples. Years later, working for Don Vesco, Rob built the rolling chassis for Don’s turbine-powered Turbinator- still the world’s fastest wheel-driven vehicles (record of 458 mph set in 2002). Don’s brother Rick has since run it at Bonneville (pilot Dave Spangler) and hit a top speed of 503, but never put the needed two runs together to earn the record.

I took the first photo at Rob’s shop in National City years ago. Not sure who pulled the trigger on the second photo on my camera? This was in 2007 at an AHRMA vintage race at Miller Motorsports Park in Utah. I was invited to take some exhibition laps on Rob’s own “Tribute bike.” It had the names of the British riders who rode those Triples on the right side of the seat and the American riders on the left. (Because British riders used right-foot shift and American riders used left-foot shift.)

The left side of the tailsection on Rob North’s “Tribute” bike listed the names of American riders who raced three-cylinder BSA and Triumph 750cc machines built on frames he designed and built.

More, from Rob North’s daughter, Zoey North Johnson:

Rob, age 84, widowed, survived by:
Children
Robert (Vanessa) Cain, North Wales
Richard (Tina) North, Alabama
Zoey (Todd) Johnson, Wisconsin
Chantelle (Ben) Gibbens, Texas and California
Rhena (Gary) Kirkes, Texas
Grandkids
Kay, Richard (Emily), Briana (Luis), Todd, Chloe, Shelby, Kayla, Michael
Great Grandkids
Eliana and Kaiden
Lots of Nieces and Nephews in England and USA

We are working on a celebration. We will have it figured out in a few days. He was cremated in Chicago and I will pick him up October 31st and bring him back to Kenosha until the celebration.

Highly possible it could be Bonneville. He wanted to go back there again. But we will let you know. Thank you. Everyone’s kind words and stories about him mean more to us than you know.

2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Set for July 25-27

John Ulrich

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October 18, 2024

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2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Set for July 25-27

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — After another wildly successful event in 2024, the American Motorcyclist Association has announced that 2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycles Days will run July 25-27, 2025, at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

“Every year, our members and staff look forward to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, which is the preeminent celebration of vintage motorcycling in the United States,” AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman said. “Each year, we aim to deliver an outstanding event filled with all things vintage motorcycling, and 2025 is no exception. We cannot wait to get back to Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course next July and revel in the freedom that two wheels has to offer!”

AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is a rider’s paradise, with near-endless racing in various disciplines — including trials, motocross, hare scrambles, road racing and pitbike racing — North America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, numerous recreational riding activities, and much more!

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course is the perfect venue for AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, with a 2.4-mile road racing track, and ample room for all activities offered during the three-day event.

“Mid-Ohio has proudly partnered with the AMA for three decades to organize this renowned event bringing together motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the country,” said Craig Rust, president of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. “This has become a great summer tradition, and we look forward to continuing to work with the AMA to host this one-of-a-kind event!”

AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days raises funds for the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps fund the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame mission to promote and preserve the history of motorcycling in America.

Tickets to 2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will be available soon and AMA Members will be able to purchase at a discount. To join the AMA and take full advantage of the discount, among other benefits, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com/members-community/members/join-the-ama/ or call (800) 262-5646.

To stay up to date on the latest news regarding AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, subscribe to the AMA VMD newsletter at AmericanMotorcyclist.com/members-community/community/ama-newsletters/ , follow the event’s social media channels on Facebook and Instagram or visit VintageMotorcycleDays.com/ .

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.

WorldSBK: More From Friday At The Prometeon Spanish Round

Michael Gougis

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October 18, 2024

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WorldSBK: More From Friday At The Prometeon Spanish Round

The final round of the 2024 Superbike World Championship season started with a few surprises, most notably Michael Ruben Rinaldi topping the second practice session and the Yamaha YZF-R1 and six-time Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea finding speed and consistency early in the weekend. Just a few points shy of clinching the title, Toprak Razgatlioglu was steady and patient on Friday, although he told the media that the only thing on his mind was winning races over the weekend.

Garrett Gerloff (31). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Garrett Gerloff, in his last race weekend aboard the Bonovo Action BMW M 1000 RR, was ninth but only a quarter of a second out of second place. Gerloff said he was still struggling a bit for pace and consistency and was looking for gains on Saturday.

Mallory Dobbs (14). Photo by Michael Gougis.

American Mallory Dobbs crashed in the World Women’s Circuit Racing qualifying session but still managed to take eighth place on the grid.

Sonya Lloyd (32). Photo by Michael Gougis.

In her WorldWCR debut, American wildcard Sonya Lloyd, who races a Yamaha YZF-R7 in MotoAmerica competition, qualified 21st.

Close-up view of the factory YZF-R1 Superbike bodywork. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Jonathan Rea finished the Superbike practice sessions fourth and fifth. The factory Yamaha rider’s fortunes have taken an upward trajectory since Yamaha introduced wings as part of an upgrade to the YZF-R1.

World Supersport: Huertas Takes Pole In Jerez

Michael Gougis

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October 18, 2024

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World Supersport: Huertas Takes Pole In Jerez

Supersport World Championship leader Adrian Huertas took pole position in Jerez at the final round of the WorldSBK season. On his Aruba.it Racing Ducati Panigale V2, Huertas edged Jorge Navarro, also on a Ducati Panigale V2, by 0.219 seconds. Marcel Schroetter was third on an MV Agusta F3 800 RR. Stefano Manzi, Federico Caricasulo and Yari Montella completed the top six.

SSP Superpole Results

WorldSBK: Rinaldi Quickest In FP2 In Jerez

Michael Gougis

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October 18, 2024

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WorldSBK: Rinaldi Quickest In FP2 In Jerez

It’s been a long wait for Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Team Motocorsa Racing) but the #21 can finally say he led a MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship session again after topping Free Practice 2, and Friday’s running, at the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto. The Italian used the SCQ tyre to set his best lap time as he finished 0.150s clear of Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) in second while Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) was third despite not finding time in FP2 for the Prometeon Spanish Round.

RINALDI P1, BAUTISTA P11: a topsy-turvy order

Rinaldi utilised the SCQ tyre to full potential in FP2 as he set a 1’39.591s to move into top spot with a few minutes left to go in the afternoon session, ensuring he beat Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) to P1 by just 0.150s. ‘Bulegas’ only improved his Free Practice 1 time in his final lap in FP2 as he settled for second, while Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) was third in FP2 in a Ducati 1-2-3, but was fourth in the combined classification. Andrea Iannone (Team GoEleven), fresh from his new 2025 contract, was eighth after he set a 1’39.966s. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) completed the top 10 with reigning Champion Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) the last Ducati rider on Friday with P11; he set a 1’40.111s as his best time.

RAZGATLIOGLU THIRD, CLOSE TO BULEGA: breaking up the Ducatis at the top

Razgatlioglu prevented it from being a Ducati 1-2-3 in the combined classification as he took third, although he was one of a handful of riders who didn’t improve his time in the afternoon. His 1’39.766s came in FP1 but it was enough to secure third despite other riders finding time throughout the day. Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) made a big step from the morning to the afternoon as he moved into sixth, while Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) ensured three BMWs were in the top nine. Scott Redding (Bonovo Action BMW) was 15th but he, like Razgatlioglu, didn’t find time in FP2. He finished FP1 in seventh.

REA LEADS YAMAHA CHARGE: P5 for the #65, Locatelli 13th

Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) has seemingly continued on his Estoril form at Jerez with fifth on Friday. The #65 had his best long-race result of 2024 last time out and he’ll be aiming to continue that when racing starts on Saturday, with his 1’39.874 giving him P5 and lead Yamaha honours. Teammate Andrea Locatelli was 13th but only a few tenths away from the #65. Dominique Aegerter (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) was 16th with teammate Alessandro Delbianco in 21st, with the #52 crashing at Turn 1 in the early stages of FP2. Bradley Ray (Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team) claimed 19th with Philipp Oettl (GMT94 Yamaha) 22nd and wildcards Kyle Ryde (OMG Racing) and Luca Bernardi (Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team) 24th and 27th respectively.

BASSANI ON TOP AT KAWASAKI: tech issues for Alex Lowes hamper Friday running

Axel Bassani (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) was the fastest Kawasaki rider on Friday as he claimed P7, the Japanese manufacturer’s only representative in the top ten after he set a 1’39.966s – the same time as Iannone. Alex Lowes (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) entered FP2 on the backfoot after he lost 30 minutes of FP1 running. A tech issue with his ZX-10RR, with the clutch, meant he only got a few laps of running in as he finished in 12th. Tito Rabat (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) was 18th after the Spaniard set a 1’40.770s.

HONDA OUT OF THE TOP TEN: can they return to Estoril form?

Honda came into Jerez on a good run of form but, after the first day, it looks like it’ll be a challenge to repeat that after Friday’s running, although Iker Lecuona (Team HRC) was P5 in FP1. Lecuona was the top Honda with 14th after the Estoril podium finisher posted a 1’40.241s, while teammate Xavi Vierge was 17th. Wildcard Tetsuta Nagashima (Team HRC) took 20th with the PETRONAS MIE Racing Honda team duo of Tarran Mackenzie and Ivo Lopes, standing in for Adam Norrodin for the season finale, were 23rd and 25th respectively.

SBK FP2 Results

Memorial Services Set For Racer and Racer Dad Dave Knapp

John Ulrich

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October 18, 2024

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Memorial Services Set For Racer and Racer Dad Dave Knapp

Memorial services for Dave Knapp will be held on Saturday, November 9th at Ray C’s Harley-Davidson of Lapeer starting at 4:00 p.m.

All are welcome.

The address is 1491 South Lapeer Road, Lapeer, Michigan 48446.

Dave Knapp (587) chasing Ed Key (34) and Fritz Kling (421) in a WERA race at Grattan in September 1987. Larry Lawrence Photo.

MotoGP : Sprint Race Results From Phillip Island

October 18, 2024

Phillip Island Circuit. Photo courtesy Phillip Island Circuit Website.