Teams arriving in Andalusia ahead of weekend
The paddock at the Jerez circuit was filling up steadily on Thursday afternoon as the premier class outfits rolled into town with their new 2009 trucks.
As the MotoGP teams steadily arrived at the Jerez circuit on Thursday, ahead of the weekend’s premier class sessions at the Official MotoGP Test, there were some notable novelties, even before the garages and hospitality facilities had been set up. Read full story…
Yamano explains decision to draft in Akiyoshi for test
Repsol Honda Team Manager Kazuhiko Yamano has explained the thinking behind putting Kosuke Akiyoshi on the factory RC212V at this weekend’s Official MotoGP Test.
With the injured Dani Pedrosa out of action for the time being Andrea Dovizioso and the Repsol Honda team need all the help they can get as they make their final preparations for the 2009 season. Read full story…
James Toseland watches Daytona 200
MotoGP Satelite Yamaha rider James Toseland had some break while watching the Daytona 200 while visiting the United States Last week.
He’ll be talking with Yamaha USA Management for remodeling their colors to incorporate with their new sponsor “Monster Energy Drink”
Spanish sport award given to Angel Nieto
Former lower cylinder world champion Angel Nieto was awarded last Tuesday with the announcement of winners at the Spanish Premios Nacionales del Deporte.
