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10/06/2008 - 11:24 AM
Magny-Cours, France
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Parkalgar Honda's Josh Hayes finished in a hard-fought ninth place to score his best ever World Supersport Championship result at the 12th round of the series at Magny Cours in France today.
With only two dry qualifying sessions, Hayes started the dry race from a lowly 19th on the grid but displayed all the grit and determination that has made the American a double AMA Formula Extreme Champion to get into the top 10 and take a solid result.
Parkalgar Honda’s Miguel Praia had high hopes for a strong finish starting from 17th on the grid, but never completed a lap. The Portuguese rider crashed out unhurt on the first circulation and is now looking forward to the final round of the Championship at his home circuit. Honda’s Andrew Pitt won the race and the World Championship.
Parkalgar Honda goes to the final round of the World Championship at its home Parkalgar track in Portimao in Portugal on November 2nd. The purpose-built motorsport mecca’s first major event is the final round of the 2008 World Superbike Championship and the team will be looking to score the best results possible on its home turf. For tickets to the final round, visit www.autodromodoalgarve.com.
Josh: “That was one tough race. I got a good start and was 12th by the end of the first lap. After that I got into my rhythm and pushed as hard as I could. A couple of changes to my bike and sheer will power made the difference today and I am glad to have taken a step forward in the race. Next time out I’ll want to be even better, I think we are good enough for the
Miguel: “I highsided on the first lap and I am lucky to be uninjured. I think for sure I had the pace and chance to fight in the top 10 alongside Josh. At least we know we have a good bike with the performance to race in the top 10 - and we have one more chance at our home track in Portugal, I cannot wait to be racing in front of the Portuguese fans.”
Simon Buckmaster, Team Manager: “To get ninth from starting 19th on the grid was a big ask but Josh dug in like the fighter he is and brought it home inside the top 10. He benefited slightly from other riders falling but he still managed to beat his qualifying time by a quarter of a second and rode a controlled race. If we can get him starting in the top 10 then there is no doubt he is a regular finisher near the front. We also have to remember it is only his second race in the Championship – he’s done a good job.
“I think given Miguel’s pace in qualifying he should have been in the points today and we are all bitterly disappointed for him. He’ll come back more determined than ever for the next round of the Championship at our home track in Portimao, Portugal.
“I have been to the Parkalgar circuit recently and it really is impressive. If you are a bike racing fan then you need to get yourself to the final round of the Championship at the start of November – the circuit layout should make for hot racing and I’m sure the weather will match it.”
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