In just over a week’s time the MotoGP™ grid crosses the pond from its prolonged stay in Europe to contest the Red Bull US Grand Prix in Laguna Seca with local team Attack Performance lining up an in-house built CRT machine. Read more.
Archive for July 19th, 2012
Jim Still leads Cam Roos, Fritz Kling (No. 421) and another rider, all on Honda 600 Hurricanes, in what is probably the C Production Expert final at the WERA Grand National Final in November of 1988. Roos was the star of the GNF that year, winning four national titles, including this race where he beat Kling and Larry Schwarzbach. After his great start Still ended up finishing sixth in this event. He came back however to win the D Production Championship.
Jim Still leads Cam Roos, Fritz Kling (No. 421) and another rider, all on Honda 600 Hurricanes, in what is probably the C Production Expert final at the WERA Grand National Final in November of 1988. (Larry Lawrence photo)
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation Board of Directors will conduct a supplemental vote for the inclusion of Derek “Nobby” Clark in this year’s Hall of Fame induction class.
The decision is in response to errors that occurred in the 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame balloting process. The supplemental vote does not affect other 2012 Hall of Fame inductees.
“We believe Mr. Clark is worthy of induction into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame,” said Jeffrey V. Heininger, the chairman of the AMHF. “It’s important to stress that the balloting errors were not of Mr. Clark’s making, and the entire board offers its sincere apologies to Mr. Clark.”
The AMHF Board moved to put Mr. Clark’s name to a vote that could see him inducted to the Hall of Fame at this year’s induction ceremony in November.
“The only people who can elevate Mr. Clark to the Hall of Fame are the voting members, which include the living Hall of Famers,” Heininger said. “A clear vote in light of all that has happened allows Mr. Clark to enter the Hall with the honor he deserves. We expect to start contacting voting members for balloting early next week.”
The action follows a recommendation of the AMHF Executive Committee on Monday, July 16, when a report detailing problems with the 2012 Hall of Fame balloting process was discussed. The full report can be found at http://www.motorcyclemuseum.org/News/12-07-13/Statement_and_review_of_the_2012_Hall_of_Fame_induction_class.aspx.
Also in response to the errors in the 2012 ballot, Heininger told the AMHF board that the executive committee would convene a review panel to evaluate the Hall of Fame selection committees’ structure, along with procedures to ensure the adherence to, and checks and balances within, the induction process.
“There were errors made at the staff and committee levels in the formulation of the 2012 ballot.” Heininger said. “Those errors were rightly investigated, and the process must — and will be — corrected going forward.
“Recent events show that while the procedure for selecting Hall of Famers is sound, the implementation of that procedure leaves too much room for mistakes,” Heininger said. “It is important, for the integrity of the selection process and the Hall of Fame itself, to make sure our balloting is beyond reproach.”
About the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation
Founded in 1990 by the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, the goal of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum is to tell the stories and preserve the history of motorcycling. Located on the campus of the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio, the Museum’s three major exhibition halls feature the machines and memorabilia of those who have contributed notably to the sport. The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to motorcycling, including those known for their contributions to road riding, off-road riding and all categories of racing, as well as those who have excelled in business, history, design and engineering. More information can be found at MotorcycleMuseum.org.
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Capistrano Beach, Calif., (July 19, 2012) – Next Level Sports Management announced today the addition of Danny Dobey as its newest team member. Dobey brings an additional 20 years of powersports industry experience to the agency’s roster and will focus on athlete representation and business development in his new role.
“Danny brings a strong motocross background and as well as a lot of enthusiasm to Next Level,” said Tony Gardea, Next Level founder. “By bringing in Danny’s experience and unique skill set, we are looking strengthen our position as an industry leading agency.”
Dobey began his career in the sales department with the original “JT Racing USA” under John and Rita Gregory. He worked his way up to Sales Manager before his 25th birthday and eventually left JT to form One Industries with partners Marc Blanchard and Ludovic Boinnard. Over the next decade One Industries grew to an innovative leader in the motocross industry and was eventually sold in 2007. Dobey remained with One until December 2011.
“I’m looking forward to my newest challenge,” said Dobey. “Over the past few years I’ve had the opportunity to work with Tony and I know he has created a great agency. I’m familiar with the Next Level staff and its list of current clients and feel like I can make a smooth transition into their already successful working environment.”
About Next level Sports Management
Next Level Sports Management is a public relations, sports marketing and athlete management firm specializing in the action sports and motorsports industries. Under the direction of founder Tony Gardea, Next Level offers a wide variety of professional services custom tailored to fit the needs of its’ clientele. From event-specific or cause-related PR and sports marketing to athlete representation, Next Level has the resources to assist companies large and small. Headquartered in Capistrano Beach, Calif., the Next Level offices are located in the Southern California hotbed that houses many of today’s leading action sport companies. Our client list includes Kawasaki Motors Corp, U.S.A., LeMans Corporation, Feld Motorsports, MX Sports, Pro Circuit and Monster Energy.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — California and Illinois are the latest states to take stands against motorcycle-only checkpoints, the American Motorcyclist Association reports.
California’s governor signed a bill into law on July 13 to ban motorcycle-only checkpoints, while Illinois’ governor recently signed a bill into law that prohibits the use of federal funding for law enforcement to set up motorcycle-only traffic checkpoints.
Virginia and North Carolina also recently put laws on the books banning motorcycle-only checkpoints, and New Hampshire prohibits the use of federal dollars for them.
“Officials say they set up these motorcycle-only checkpoints to pull over motorcyclists to check for safety violations,” said Wayne Allard, AMA vice president for government relations. “But if officials are really concerned about motorcyclists’ safety, then they need to stop discriminating against motorcyclists with these checkpoints and start supporting programs that prevent motorcycle crashes, such as rider safety training and driver awareness programs.”
The AMA opposes motorcycle-only checkpoints and has been tracking the discriminatory practice since it first appeared in New York several years ago.
For more information on the issue, go to http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/rights/motorcycleonlycheckpoints.aspx.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the AMA honors the heroes and the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. For more information, please visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
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AURORA, Ill. (July 19, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Tyla Rattray, who came to the U.S. from South Africa, will race the second annual Monster Energy Cup at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium on October 20.
Rattray, 26, won the 2008 MX2 Class in the FIM World Championships before coming to the U.S. He opened the 2012 Western Regional Supercross Lites Class with two consecutive podium finishes and an additional fourth-place finish. During his Heat Race at the Oakland stop of the Monster Energy Supercross Championship, Rattray suffered an injury that placed him on the sidelines for the remainder of the season.
“I think this year will be even better,” said Rattray. “With a million dollars on the line … there is no space for error. I think it will be good – also – for the fans to come out there and see all of those good guys racing for it (the $1 million).”
To hear Rattray’s thoughts on the 2012 Monster Energy Cup, click the video below.
The 2012 Monster Energy Cup features an all-new track design inspired by five-time Supercross Class Champion Ricky Carmichael. The Carmichael-inspired track design will consist of supercross and motocross obstacles unlike any other racetrack design in the world. More than 200’ of the track will be built into the grandstands, and the riders exit the stadium and race through the Monster Energy Fan Zone outside of the stadium and through the pit area before they catapult back into the stadium. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and any rider that wins all three Main Events will take home $1 million.
For more information on the Monster Energy Cup, log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305. To follow the Monster Energy Cup on Facebook and Twitter, log on to www.Facebook.com/VegasMECup and www.Twitter.com/VegasMECup.
Tickets for the 2012 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas & Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.
About Feld Motor Sports®
Feld Motor Sports®, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Nuclear Cowboyz®, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
Riders twist their throttles at the start of the AMA 750 Supersport final at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin in June of 1988. It was the first year of the 750 Supersport class on the national level and it attracted some of the top road racers in the country, as this photo shows. It looks like David Sadowski ((No. 4) and Scott Russell (No. 22) both nailed the start perfectly. Surprisingly Doug Polen (No. 23) seems to have gotten a bad launch causing Mike Smith (No. 19) to veer hard to the right to try to get around. Also visible in the photo are Russ Paulk (No. 15), Mark Chin (No. 77), John Eidenberger (No. 17) and Rick Shaw (No. 223). You can also just make out Scott Zampach’s distinctive helmet directly behind Russell. The only riders I can’t ID for certain are bikes No. 14 and No. 75. Polen went on to win the race over Russell and Sadowski. Paulk and Chin rounded out the top five. Polen went on to be the inaugural series champ.
The field jumps out of the starting gate at the start of the AMA 750 Supersport final at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin in June of 1988. David Sadowski ((No. 4) and Scott Russell (No. 22) both nailed the start perfectly. Surprisingly Doug Polen (No. 23) seems to have gotten a bad launch causing Mike Smith (No. 19) to veer hard to the right. Polen won the race and eventually the championship. (Larry Lawrence photo)
Following its home-race at Mugello last weekend, the Ducati team is currently in an important test period, where it will decide which parts to use in its new engine, which will be sealed just before the Laguna Seca race in under two weeks time. Read more.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the 252 AMA Regional Motocross Champions who will lead the race for AMA national titles this July 29 through Aug. 4 at the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn.
“The journey toward an AMA National Motocross Championship is long, brutal and intensely competitive,” said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. “This August, that journey will culminate at Loretta Lynn’s when 36 national champions claim their AMA national No. 1 plates.”
In addition to national titles, the best riders will compete for the coveted AMA Motocross Horizon Award, presented to the amateur racer who demonstrates the talent and readiness to excel immediately in the pro ranks. As in past years, the rider who takes home the prestigious AMA Horizon Award will compete in the fastest classes at Loretta’s — typically, the Open Pro Sport, 250 A and 450 A.
Leading the charge for these titles at the National will be the regional class champions.
These include multi-class regional champions such as Suzuki’s Joey Savatgy, from Thomasville, Ga., the Mid-East Open Pro Sport, 250 A and 450 A champion; Yamaha’s Jeremy Martin, from Millville, Minn., the Southeast Open Pro Sport, 250 A and 450 A champion; Honda’s Zachary Bell, from Cairo, Ga., the Northeast Open Pro Sport and 250 A champion; Kawasaki’s Mitchell Oldenburg, from Alvord, Texas, the South Central Open Pro Sport and 450 A champion; and Kawasaki’s Dillan Epstein, from Thousand Oaks, Calif., the Northwest Open Pro Sport and Southwest 450 A champion.
Individual Open Pro Sport regional champions include Kawasaki’s Bogen Cochran, from Calhoun, Ga. (North Central); and Kawasaki’s Alyas Wardius, from Ridge Field, Wash. (Southwest).
Individual 250 A regional champions include Suzuki’s Eric Goodson, from Connersville, Ind. (North Central); Kawasaki’s Blake Savage, from St. George, Utah (Northwest); Honda’s Vann Martin, from Houston, Texas (South Central); and Suzuki’s Brandon Scharer, from Gardena, Calif. (Southwest).
Individual 450 A regional champions include Kawasaki’s Blair Miller, from Fisherville, Tenn. (North Central); Yamaha’s Luke Renzland, from Hewitt, N.J. (Northeast); and Kawasaki’s Austin Burns, from Scottsdale, Ariz. (Northwest).
“With each of these riders selecting just two classes to compete in at Loretta Lynn’s, it’s anyone’s guess how the field will stack up for these Horizon hopefuls,” Bromley said. “It’s clear that each of these riders has shown he can bring the speed to race for a title. Regardless of what classes they race at Loretta Lynn’s, it will be a tight battle for national bragging rights.”
Another rider who will draw a lot of attention at the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships this year will be Suzuki’s Ricky Carmichael, from Havana, Fla. Carmichael, who had the most dominant professional AMA motocross career in the history of the sport, earned his amateur stripes competing against the country’s fastest at Loretta Lynn’s. This year, like many retired pro racers before him, Carmichael is returning to Loretta Lynn’s in the 25+ class, where he will enter the National as the regional class champion from the Southeast region.
The AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships have produced a long list of AMA Supercross and Motocross superstars. In addition to Carmichael, riders who have progressed through the program include Jeremy McGrath, Travis Pastrana, James Stewart, Kevin Windham, Ryan Dungey, Ryan Villopoto and many more.
For more information about the national championship program, see www.mxsports.com. For more information about AMA-sanctioned competition, see www.americanmotorcyclist.com/racing.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the AMA honors the heroes and the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. For more information, please visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
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While in the end Josh Hayes managed to keep his impressive collection of streaks intact, the biggest story coming out of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course from the Buckeye SuperBike Weekend presented by Dunlop Tire was the on-track action, not just the continued accumulation of staggering statistics. (Brian J. Nelson photo)
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 18, 2012) – While in the end Josh Hayes managed to keep his impressive collection of streaks intact, the biggest story coming out of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course from the Buckeye SuperBike Weekend presented by Dunlop Tire was the on-track action, not just the continued accumulation of staggering statistics.
The Monster Energy Graves Yamaha ace walked away with his four consecutive perfect points haul weekend in AMA National Guard SuperBike competition but was seriously pressed along the way.
On Saturday, Hayes’ archrival, Blake Young, somehow managed to slot his Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 into the lead in the race’s second corner following an early red flag and restart, despite having qualified down in eighth position.
Never an easy man to overtake, Mississippian Hayes had to work hard to find a way past Young on the slippery, one-lined circuit. Once in front, Hayes found himself pressured from close behind. Believing Young to be his pursuer, the Yamaha man was actually being trailed by his rookie teammate, Josh Herrin, who demonstrated an uncanny ability to latch on and push from second at the series’ previous round at Barber Motorsports Park.
Herrin actually reeled in Hayes at certain points, but the vastly more experienced Hayes eventually did his younger opponent in with a succession of inch perfect laps around the tricky circuit. One small mistake laid the groundwork for a larger one and Herrin hit a false neutral just short of half distance and crashed in the Carousel.
Young had fallen into a spirited battle for third (which became second with Herrin’s fall) with National Guard Jordan Suzuki’s Roger Hayden. Controlling the pace in his trademark manner, Young proved impossible to get around and ditch, and despite arguably having inferior pace on this day, the Wisconsin native won out in the fight to the flag as he’s down so many times.
The following day Hayes’ challengers were even more determined not to let him have things go entirely his way. Herrin pounced from the outset and led a succession of laps in the contest’s early stages.
The youngster made a mistake on lap 7 of 21, running wide at the end of the back straight, which knocked him out of contention for the win. That didn’t mean Hayes could breathe easily however as Hayden was in rare form on Sunday.
Again, Hayes was initially confused, thinking Herrin was the +0 on his board before finally realizing it was the Suzuki-mounted Kentuckian.
A long-time Mid-Ohio master, in ‘11 Hayden scored his first premier class podium at the circuit. This year he was hoping to claim his first-ever SuperBike victory and had Hayes in his sights. Hayden posted the weekend’s fastest lap during his chase (1:25.278), fought past Hayes more than once, including a breathtaking overtaking maneuver on the race’s final lap deep on the brakes at the end of the fast back straight.
However, despite Hayden admirably pulling his GSX-R1000 back in line, Hayes had a superior angle into the subsequent corner and just laid his Yamaha YZF-R1 over the top of Hayden’s bike and reclaimed the position.
From there he defended the position and won one of those ‘close ones’ of the sort that had slipped through his fingers so many times over the past two seasons.
“I was pretty sure (Hayden) would try on the last lap at the end of the back straight,” Hayes said. “I was pretty slow in the middle of the Keyhole to make sure I didn’t spin up and make a mistake on the exit. I felt like I got out of there pretty good, but probably because I was slow in the middle, it allowed him to do the same thing behind me. When he came by he was moving pretty quick; I was actually surprised he got it stopped as well as he did. Whenever I came back up the other side of him I didn’t know if I was going to be able to get him. I wasn’t trying to bump him but I was trying to crowd him a little bit. All I needed was an instant for him to get off the throttle to get in there. It worked out and at that point it was just ride around the inside line of the racetrack to the finish line.
“I’m really glad I was able to pull it off. It’s fun. It was exciting racing and I’m glad to come out on top of one of those.”
Having escaped with yet another victory, the burgeoning numbers were allowed to come back into focus. Hayes has now registered seven straight victories, which ties the all-time single season record, previously posted by National Guard SuperBike legends Mat Mladin and Ben Spies.
Hayes had been on pole in every race this season, upping his ‘11 mark to seven and his overall streak to nine. Mid-Ohio was his solitary non-pole performance a year ago.
His Mid-Ohio double also ups his season victory total to ten, accomplishing a year later the goal his famously set and fell far short of prior to Hayes’ first title defense.
He currently boasts 27 career SuperBike victories, putting him just one shy of Spies’ mark of 28. Hayes could move into a tie for third-place on the all-time order next time out at Laguna Seca with now factory MotoGP pilot Spies in attendance.
“No SuperBike win is easy and to get ten at this point of the season is huge,” Hayes said. “I’m glad I could win one by less than a second whenever it came down to the barnburner at the end; I’m really excited about that. I’m greedy — I want them all. (Wife) Melissa (Paris) keeps telling me now I need to win seven more to make up for last year. I think that’s a bit to ask for but I’m sure going to try.”
While still looking for that breakthrough win, Hayden impressed mightily and showed a lot of fight, especially considering the difficult outings as of late that had dented his confidence.
“It was a good race for me,” Hayden said. “I got a really good start. This morning we put a heat cycle in the tire which really helped me. It allowed it to come in early so I could go with these two guys. I felt pretty good in the beginning and then Josh Herrin made a mistake and I got by, and I thought, this is my chance to run with Josh. I just put my head down and put it all out there. Once I got to the back of him I felt pretty comfortable. I was counting down the laps because I was pretty sure if I passed him I wouldn’t be able to hold him off. I really wanted to pass him coming out of Turn 1 because that’s my best place on the track but I went through the Keyhole really good and got a good drive. It wasn’t like ‘win or crash’ but I was going to go past him and just pray that I got it stopped. I didn’t and I wasn’t going to force it by him and knock us both down or anything crazy like that.
“I’m definitely happy. Both Joshes have kicked our butts pretty bad the last couple races, so I think it’s good for me and good for the team. We have to build on this and not make it a one time thing.”
After his mistake, Herrin fell into an abbreviated scrap with Young. It didn’t last long, however, as the Suzuki star crashed out, meaning Hayes’ two nearest competitors collected one podium but also suffered one crash apiece during the Mid-O weekend.
As a result, Hayes currently boasts a massive advantage in the points, sitting with 383 to Young’s 316 and Herrin’s 225.
As an interesting side note, all six SuperBike podiums during the course of the weekend were delivered by Dunlop’s new U.S.-built 200/55R17 KR449 rear slicks.
Third-placed Herrin said, “It’s nice to get up here after yesterday’s fall. It’s been a really steep climb since I started at the beginning of the year. I’ve made really hard charges to get better on this bike. I’ve gotten to the point where I can do the times Josh is doing but I just can’t do them consistent the entire race. It’s just going to take more hard work. Every time I get on the track I’m learning.”
Young said following his uncharacteristic fall and comparatively difficult weekend (eighth in qualifying, runner-up on Saturday and, a crash and 13th-place finish on Sunday after starting from pole and finishing first and second at Mid-Ohio a year ago), “I can’t complain (about Saturday’s starts). I ended up getting slotted up into first in the first couple laps. It felt good to be out front but I was pretty hesitant in trying to run clean laps by myself out front. I knew I was making mistakes in just about every turn. I wanted to let the bike roll a little bit more and open it up but I had a tough time finding my mojo or finding my flow so to say.
“On Sunday, I had some issues and the crash is going to make the points battle pretty tough. But we have a bike capable of winning, so I just need to keep my head down and do my best at Laguna Seca.”
Steve Rapp was the clear winner of the ‘best of the rest’ tag at Mid-Ohio. Rapp put the Attack Performance Kawasaki ZX-10R on the front row and then logged a pair of lonely fourth-place finishes, while showing podium pace had he only gotten cleaner starts.
Next best were Team Amsoil/Hero EBR’s Geoff May and Foremost Insurance Pegram Racing’s Larry Pegram, who traded fifth and sixth place finishes during the weekend.
It was a bit of a quiet weekend for both men, May having featured so heavily up front in recent rounds, and Pegram carrying high hopes into his home round, but both left with solid points pickups.
May’s Team Hero EBR teammate picked up a pair of top-ten finishes himself, coming home in ninth and seventh.
Jordan Suzuki’s Ben Bostrom battled for fourth in both races but faded to seventh on Saturday and suffered a late technical issue which dropped him down to 15th on Sunday.
The former World Superbike hero said, “It was a rough weekend for the number 23 Jordan bike. But it was a great weekend for the National Guard Jordan 54. It was great to see Roger up on the podium and I hope to join him up there at Laguna Seca. And I have to thank the Jordan Motorsports boys, who are doing an awesome job as always.”
M4 Broaster Chicken Suzuki’s Chris Ulrich registered his third consecutive top-ten result with a pair of tenths in Ohio. He battled for position with Young’s Yoshimura Suzuki teammate, Chris Clark, who took 11th and ninth during the weekend.
“Overall it was a really positive weekend,” said Clark. “Mid-Ohio is a track I’ve always struggled at, but the Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 is an incredible bike. By the end of the weekend, I’d improved my lap times by almost two seconds over my qualifying pace the year before. Obviously, I’m not too happy with where I finished, but it was a huge step in the right direction. I have to thank my Yoshimura Suzuki crew for their efforts and I’m really looking forward to Laguna Seca.”
KTM/HMC Racing’s Stefan Nebel had a difficult weekend as the sole KTM representative with Chris Fillmore still on the mend after breaking his hand at Barber Motorsports Park. Nebel was sidelined on Saturday due to an infection that spread through his bloodstream. The German managed to fight back on Sunday and raced to an 11th-place finish.
Hayes will look to continue his historic run with the entire world watching on when the AMA Pro National Guard SuperBike heroes join the global superstars of the MotoGP World Championship at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, scheduled for July 27-29.
Year-end Award Update:
Danny Eslick claimed the weekend’s MotoBatt “Hard Charger Award” by improving his position a cumulative 9 positions during the weekend’s races. The MotoBatt Hard Charger Award is a $500 award that is given to the rider who improves the most positions combined from each of the weekend’s race sessions.
Josh Hayes leads the Sunoco “Go the Distance” Award chase, having completing 702 laps and logged 1906 miles over second place Larry Pegram with 664 laps and 1792.78 miles.
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Race #1 Results
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Race #2 Results
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Point Standings (After Round 7)
- Josh Hayes, 383
- Blake Young, 316
- Josh Herrin, 225
- Roger Hayden, 204
- Geoff May, 190
- Larry Pegram, 182
- Steve Rapp, 151
- Danny Eslick, 147
- Ben Bostrom, 146
- Chris Clark, 146
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