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Rossi Absence; Pedrosa and Stoner Are Still There

Friday, June 4th, 2010

The absence of Valentino Rossi, Jorge Lorenzo made quite comfortably enthroned at the top of the standings. Although no The Doctor, Lorenzo wary of potential threats from Dani Pedrosa and Casey Stoner.

Injuries suffered by Rossi in the MotoGP free practice session of the Italian forces VR46 should step aside temporarily from the races this season.

That makes Lorenzo’s comfortable enough for the shot alone. So far the rider numbered 99 was enthroned at the top of the standings with 140 points, 47 points ahead of Dani Pedrosa in second place.

“With a situation like this means we could have a second or third place finish, while other drivers must hold first place finish until the end of the season. Obviously we want to win, but if it does not allow us to finish with the best results,” Lorenzo said, as quoted from MotoGP.com. (more…)

The Future of Rossi Will Be Answered in Barcelona

Thursday, December 17th, 2009

Speculation about the future of Valentino Rossi’s Yamaha team for the year 2011 will soon be answered. According to a source close to Crash.net, the fate of “The Doctor” will be determined at this weekend at Catalonia, Barcelona.

In recent weeks, many media rumors blew Rossi signed a contract with Ducati Corse. It’s just that all relevant parties could not be confirmed.

According to people in the paddock at Catalonia, Rossi has agreed to various terms, with Ducati to merge with the Italian factory in 2011. This nine-time world champion will replace Casey Stoner, who appeared to strengthen the team will leave Repsol Honda.

Well, when Rossi finally lift the leg, then Ben Spies, who will move to the Fiat Yamaha.

This United States rookie appeared impressive in his debut season in MotoGP, as it gives a positive signal in every series that he accomplished.
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