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Looked like he was pushing just a bit hard on the opening lap asking too much of the front tyre, it washed out beneath him but I think there is a an element if truth in what you say Gordon. I think he wanted to get away in the lead and open up a sizeable gap rather than rely on his usual fast pace in the closing laps to take the win. J Rae and Toprak absolutely rode the wheels off which must have been totally exhausting, how fit are these guys! it was certainly entertaining after a lack lustre weekend at Brands!
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19 Jul 2023, 11:32 (Ref:4169035) | #27 | |
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So Bautista finally makes a mistake and opens it up for the others in R3. However he’s still got a good lead in the championship. Great weekend for Toprak, his persistence paid off. Rea picking up good points
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How disappointing is Rinaldi on the 2nd Duke, good result for Bassani...
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Yes, Rinaldi has been a bit of a disappointment this year. I expected more from him, but he's just not getting the results.
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10 Sep 2023, 18:50 (Ref:4176088) | #31 | ||
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The championship is not over yet! Will be a fantastic battle for the title between Alvaro and Toprak over the remaining three rounds at the Aragon, Portimao, and Jerez race circuits.
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15 Sep 2023, 09:23 (Ref:4176709) | #32 | ||
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It really has become a ferocious battle at the top and JRea hasn't given up either despite the surprise move for next year, I fear Scot R has blotted his copybook for the BMW ride next year.
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Yes it appears that Yamaha & Kawasaki have upped their game (but not enough) if Bautista can keep a clear head it's his to win again I would say. Although I must admit it makes compulsive viewing
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24 Sep 2023, 15:03 (Ref:4178116) | #34 | ||
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JRea and Toprak don't show any lack of commitment despite their team moves for next year, those first 2 races at Aragon were stunning. Are the Ducati works riders under instructions to provide extra entertainment whilst leading the championship, Bautista on his bum and Bagnia last week in motogp?
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Race 2 was an awesome race. I don't think Toprak could have done anymore. He seemed totally dejected in the post race interview though. An absolute classic. Two riders at the top of their game going at it. I was on the edge of my seat and that really doesn't happen often. Brilliant stuff. It doesn't get much better than that.
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Well whatever you do don't miss this last race, talk about heroes ! talk about an edge of the sofa job ! And a big surprise at the end.
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Given that the title was already decided and their racing seats for '24 assured that level of commitment to get the win is incredible! I lost count of the number of overtakes after the first few laps, brilliant racing
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I know "rules are rules" but you would have thought that the powers that be would have let Toprac have it to end the season?
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30 Oct 2023, 22:26 (Ref:4183776) | #42 | ||
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Bautista was the 2022 champion surely? This year is his double.
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I have started a new 2024 WSB thread
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