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China MotoGP: Bradley Smith takes third pole of the season

03 May 2008 by Sarah Carnell

Britain’s Bradley Smith will start the China 125GP from pole position for the third time this season after putting in an impressive display in the second qualifying session this morning. The Polaris...

Drama from Thruxton

02 May 2008 by Tim Downton

Hi, Sue and I were taking photographs at Thruxton on Sunday and wondered if you would be interested in any of our pictures. We did get some close-ups of the drama of the Tom Sykes and Karl Harris...

World Supersport: Chris Walker searching for more power

02 May 2008 by Michael Guy

On paper Chris Walker’s 12th place finish at Assen last weekend was nothing to shout about, but a closer look at the race reveals a different story and shows the progress he is making. The Gil...

China MotoGP: John Hopkins targets podium

02 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

John Hopkins is confident he can mount a serious challenge for a repeat podium in Shanghai this weekend after he finished the opening day of free practice in an encouraging fifth place. The American...

China MotoGP John Surtees supported 125GP team unveiled

02 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

A new 125GP team spearheaded by British motorsport icon John Surtees has been officially unveiled on the first day of the China MotoGP in Shanghai today (Friday). The Maxtra team, which will have...

China MotoGP: James Toseland upbeat despite 13th place

02 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

British rider James Toseland says he’s not overly concerned after his China debut saw him finish the opening day of free practice down in 13th place. The Tech 3 Yamaha rider had only ever seen the...

China MotoGP: Valentino Rossi hails best day of 2008

02 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi reckons the opening day of the China GP was his best of 2008 as he topped the timesheets after the first two free practice sessions at a hot and humid Shanghai. The Fiat Yamaha rider...

China MotoGP: Jorge Lorenzo major doubt after massive high-side

02 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

MotoGP world championship leader Jorge Lorenzo will bravely try and ride through the pain barrier tomorrow after he suffered a fractured left ankle in a massive high-side crash in Shanghai earlier...

Hottrax Motorsport Racing Club National and Junior + Senior TAG Endurance Motorcycle Championship – Round Two at Snetterton

01 May 2008 by Alfonso Lygo

Hottrax Motorsport Racing Club National and Junior + Senior TAG Endurance Motorcycle Championship – Round Two at Snetterton, Norfolk on 17th + 18th May 2008 – words and images by Alfonso Lygo Preview...

China MotoGP: Valentino Rossi ‘curious’ ahead of Shanghai showdown

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi reckons he is curious to discover whether his factory Yamaha can mount a sustained victory challenge on a track suited to Bridgestone tyres when he bids to end a seven race losing...

China MotoGP: Nicky Hayden admits speed fear

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

American Nicky Hayden has admitted a lack of top speed could prove to be a severe handicap in this weekend’s Shanghai MotoGP clash. The China venue features the longest straight on the world...

China MotoGP: Colin Edwards wants new Yamaha deal

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Texan Colin Edwards has again stated his desire to remain in MotoGP after the 2008 season. Talking on the eve of this weekend’s China MotoGP clash in Shanghai, the Tech 3 Yamaha rider confirmed he no...

British Superbikes: Atsushi Watanabe slips in Oulton trackday

01 May 2008 by Rob Hull

Atsushi Watanabe has squeezed in a quick trackday at Oulton Park just a couple of days before the BSB field rolls into paddock at the Cheshire circuit. The two-time Japanese Superbike Champion is...

World Superbikes: Michel Fabrizio undergoes successful arm pump operation

01 May 2008 by Michael Guy

Xerox Ducati rider Michel Fabrizio has undergone surgery on his right forearm to alleviate problems he was experiencing in races with arm pump. The 23-year-old Italian left the Assen circuit at the...

Scott Nicholls diary: Slovenian Speedway GP

01 May 2008 by Mark Thursfield

MCN has joined up with British Speedway GP rider Scott Nicholls who will write a diary telling of his antics and races from the past week. Here is his first account following the Slovenian Speedway...

China MotoGP: Toni Elias confident in Ducati

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Struggling Spaniard Toni Elias has backed Ducati and Bridgestone to help him turn round his fortunes after a dismal start to 2008. Elias has scored just four points in the opening three races and like...

MotoGP: Valentino Rossi ready for Shanghai showdown

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi believes the acid test of how much Bridgestone tyres have enhanced his chances of claiming back the MotoGP world crown will come in this weekend’s China clash. Rossi heads to the Far...

British Superbikes: Leon Camier to put injuries behind him

01 May 2008 by Rob Hull

Airwaves Ducati’s Leon Camier says he’s ready to put his injury problems behind him and secure a top result at Oulton Park this weekend. Camier scored a fifth and a fourth on his debut race weekend...

China MotoGP: Jorge Lorenzo confident after arm operation

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Rookie sensation Jorge Lorenzo has admitted he is confident he will pose a serious threat in this weekend’s China MotoGP clash having recovered from recent arm surgery. The 20-year-old Spaniard had a...

MotoGP: Casey Stoner bullish about title prospects

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Casey Stoner reckons it is too early to begin to worry about the defence of his world title slipping away as he looks to bounce back from a disappointing run in Shanghai this weekend. The Aussie...

China MotoGP: Eugene Laverty ready after nightmare build-up

01 May 2008 by Matthew Birt

Irish 250GP privateer Eugene Laverty is confident he can register another points-scoring finish in Shanghai this weekend after he endured a nightmare journey to the Far East. The Blusens Aprilia has...

MotoGP: Jerry Burgess confident for China clash

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi’s crew chief Jerry Burgess is confident the Italian will be able to register a third successive Bridgestone podium finish when the MotoGP season resumes in China this weekend. Rossi...

MotoGP: Ducati advantage has decreased, says factory boss

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

Ducati’s factory team boss has said the advantage the Bologna marque held in the inaugural 800c MotoGP world championship last season has been virtually wiped out by rivals Honda and Yamaha. Livio...

British Supersport: Gearlink Kawasaki head to Oulton Park on a high

30 April 2008 by Rob Hull

After securing a podium finish at the first race of the season at Thruxton a fortnight ago, the Gearlink Kawasaki squad is looking to better that result this weekend and Thruxton. Team Owner and...

MotoGP: Valentino Rossi believes he has plenty to offer

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

Seven-times world champion Valentino Rossi believes he still has plenty to offer the MotoGP world championship with talks on extending his Yamaha contract expected to start imminently. Rossi hasn’t...

FIM World Motocross: Cairoli and Philipaerts race to Portuguese victory

30 April 2008 by Paul Harris

One week after the washout of Bellpuig, the Grand Prix season showed signs of returning to a more normal state of affair as the sun smiled on Agueda. In the MX2 class, reigning champion Antonio...

MotoGP: James Toseland hoping to spring Shanghai surprise

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

British rider James Toseland is hoping he can spring a surprise in this weekend’s Shanghai MotoGP clash to continue the brilliant start to his rookie campaign. The Tech 3 Yamaha rider is fifth in the...

AMA Supercross: Jason Lawrence takes West Coast Lites title, Chad Reed closes in on crown

30 April 2008 by Paul Harris

Jason Lawrence has taken the West Coast Lites title at round 16 of AMA Supercross in Seattle, but Chad Reed will have to wait a bit longer as he closes in on the Supercross crown. Lawrence headed into...

British Superbikes: Tom Grant to replace injured Adam Jenkinson

30 April 2008 by Rob Hull

Former Virgin Yamaha R6 Cup champion Tom Grant will replace the injured Adam Jenkinson at Oulton Park about the SMT Honda. Jenkinson’s race two crash at Thruxton left the Mancunian with a broken right...

MotoGP Exclusive: Legend John Surtees to spearhead new GP team

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

A new 125GP team spearheaded by British motorsport legend John Surtees will be officially unveiled in Shanghai on Friday, MCN can exclusively reveal. Icon Surtees, who holds the unique distinction of...

MotoGP: John Hopkins praises Kawasaki ahead of 100th race

30 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

John Hopkins has praised his factory Kawasaki team as he prepares to make his 100th MotoGP appearance in Shanghai this weekend. Hopkins, who scored his career first rostrum finish in China last season...

British F2 Sidecar Championship set for the off at Cadwell Park

29 April 2008 by Pat Hamblin

The 2008 Yokohama/ACU/FSRA British F2 Sidecar Championship kicks off at Cadwell Park on May 4-5. This is the same venue where last year’s championship had such an amazing finale in September when...

Video: WSB Press Conference: Haga back at the front

29 April 2008 by Michael Guy

Noriyuki Haga showed that he is back to his best and the only man capable of keeping up with runaway series leader Troy Bayliss at Assen. Throughout practice and qualifying the Japanese star was in good form and started the weekend as one of the favourites. The opening race didn’t go to plan after Haga tangled with Sterilgarda Ducati rider Ruben Xaus with both men crashing out of contention. In...

Video: WSB Press Conference: Checa happy with double podium

29 April 2008 by Michael Guy

Carlos Checa moved to second in the World Superbike championship after taking two podiums at Assen onboard his Hannspree Ten Kate Honda at the weekend. The Spaniard enjoyed his most successful weekend of racing since joining the WSB series after a career in GP’s, but is still yet to record his maiden win in the class. To see Checa at the post race press conference watch the video below.

MotoGP: Valentino Rossi admits quit decision motivated Michelin

29 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi has admitted that Michelin used his controversial defection to tyre rivals Bridgestone has played a part in the early races of the 2008 season. Fiat Yamaha rider Rossi goes into this...

MotoGP: Yamaha satisfied with Valentino Rossi’s Bridgestone form

29 April 2008 by Matthew Birt

Valentino Rossi’s factory Yamaha team boss has declared his satisfaction with two podiums from the first three races after the Italian’s switch to Bridgestone tyres for 2008. Rossi is yet to break his...

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