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Marco Goodbye, Your Big Talent Will Always be Remembered

Moto GPKuala Lumpur – Sepang
MOTO GP fan today mourning, Marco Simoncelli, one of the great talents of the MOTO GP Team San Carlo Honda Gressini racing accident at the Sepang circuit in Malaysia and eventually died because of an injury to the head, neck, and chest.
Malaysian MotoGP race to be stopped eventually. The decision was taken after an accident on lap two involving Marco Simoncelli and Colin Edwards.

As reported previously, in a straight race at the Sepang Circuit on Sunday (10.23.2011), the accident occurred when the motorcycle skidded sideways when Simoncelli was cornering.

Unfortunately for Simoncelli, he fell in the middle of the track. Impact, he was hit by Colin Edwards, who was in the back. Red flags were hoisted and the race was stopped.

He had an ambulance was rushed to hospital, but his soul can not be saved. When the horrific incident took place, regardless of his helmet to his head.

Death rider San Carlo Gresini Honda team was the worst in MotoGP after crash in natural Daijiro Katoh, which Gresini rider, died of injuries in the Japanese series 2003. September last season, the drivers of the Moto2 class, namely Showa Tomizawa, also lost their lives on the track racing.

Simoncelli really was knitting a bright career in MotoGP, after finishing eighth last season, completing 16 of 18 races in that year.

In this season he proved many people predicted that he will be one rider to be reckoned with. The proof, he was able to finish fifth in the series opener in Qatar, also in France and Italy. He earned his first podium when he became the third fastest rider in the Czech Republic.

Simoncelli more stable when consecutive series in fourth place in San Marino, Aragon, and Japan. In the series-16 at Phillip Island, Australia, he managed to reach its highest achievement, which was runner-up (behind Casey Stoner).

In addition to a promising talent, quirky guy with hair kribonya it also often sparked controversy. Racing style is considered “gratuitous”, more than bold, and several times the assessed harm other drivers.

One of the most dangerous action is when brushed with Dani Pedrosa at Le Mans. Pedrosa injured collarbone, and he was sentenced to ride-through penalty. Initially Simoncelli dodge blame for the crash, but later admitted that he needs to make corrections in the style of racing.

Before moving to MotoGP, Simoncelli had been a European champion in the 125cc class. He entered the Grand Prix level in 2002 with Aprilia in the 125cc class. Her achievements are always rises: from finishing number 33 to 21, 11, and 5 in 2005.

In 2006 The Kribo recruited to the 250cc Gilera, and in summer 2008 he managed to become world champion. Certainty grabbed it acquired title when he finished third in the race at Sepang.

Simoncelli in the Sepang well “acquainted” with the MotoGP, as the new Honda rider in the 2010 season. On the circuit he fell twice in the official practice. The incident is the second to destroy his helmet.

And today, Sunday (23/10/2011), Simoncelli back to Sepang but to “say goodbye” to fans and fans of MotoGP. He died in a high speed.
Various condolences spoken by the racers and athletes for the departure of Marco Simoncelli. Parties are also not behind MotoGP convey a deep sense of grief. “MotoGP expressed deep condolence to the family of Marco, his friends, his team and his loss is tragic,” according to their brief statement.

JAPAN GP: Dani Pedrosa Won The GP Japan

Moto GpMotegi – Dani Pedrosa of Honda team succeeded in winning the Japanese MotoGP race. He won his third victory this season after outperformed Jorge Lorenzo and Casey Stoner.

In the race at Twin Ring Motegi on Sunday (02/10/2011), Pedrosa managed to finish the cutting edge. This Honda Repsol rider finished the race 24 laps in 42 minutes 47.481 seconds.

Pedrosa far enough ahead of Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo. Lorenzo finished about seven seconds behind him.

Meanwhile, the Moto GP championship leader as well as holders of poll position at Motegi Casey Stoner at Motegi fared less well. Errors in the middle of the race because cornering too in making him widen out the track so that he loses a leading position. Had slipped to seventh position, slowly but surely Stoner continue to improve the position, until he can still win the third position.

Other drivers who complete the top ten positions were Marco Simoncelli, Andrea Dovizioso, Ben Spies, Nicky Hayden, Colin Edwards, Hiroshi Aoyama, and Randy de Puniet.

Valentino Rossi suffered the misfortune of taking Ducati motorcycles. The Doctor had to be out on the first lap because of an accident.
By the end of the Japanese Grand Prix, Casey Stoner leads the standings are still pretty much follow the Moto GP at Jorge Lorenzo in second.

Japanese MotoGP race results:

1. Dani Pedrosa Repsol Honda ESP 42m 47.481s
2. Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha ESP Factory Racing 42m 54.780s
3. Casey Stoner AUS Honda Repsol 43m 5.861s
4. Marco Simoncelli ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini 43m 11.031s
5. Andrea Dovizioso ITA Repsol Honda 43m 11.172s
6. Ben Spies USA Yamaha Factory Racing 43m 25.085s
7. Nicky Hayden USA Ducati Marlboro 43m 26.468s
8. Colin Edwards USA Tech 3 Yamaha Monster 43m 32.504s
9. Hiroshi Aoyama JPN San Carlo Honda Gresini 43m 36.555s
10. Randy de Puniet FRA Pramac Racing 43m 46.503s
11. Cal Crutchlow GBR Tech 3 Yamaha Monster 44m 1.445s
12. Kousuke Akiyoshi JPN Honda LCR 44m 9.190s
13. Shinichi Itoh JPN Honda Racing Team 44m 13.862s

Failed to Finish:

  1. Toni Elias Honda ESP LCR
  2. Alvaro Bautista ESP Rizla Suzuki
  3. Damian Cudlin AUS Pramac Racing
  4. Hector Barbera ESP Mapfre Aspar
  5. Valentino Rossi ITA Ducati Marlboro

GP ARAGON : Stoner Increasingly Out of Reach Lorenzo

Moto GPHonda rider Casey Stoner managed to win the series to 14 MotoGP 2011 which took place in the circuit Motorland Aragon (Spanish). by using the Honda RC212V, stoner leaving his opponents, including his teammates, who finished runner-up Dani Pedrosa with 8 seconds behind, and Jorge Lorenzo 14 seconds slower than Stoner.
Last year Casey Stoner is also a champion in this circuit, but by using a Ducati motorcycle. “I am delighted to win again in Aragon. This is proof that the defeat in the previous series only because of fatigue. This week I did not experience any barriers. All went smoothly from the start, fantastic, “said Stoner.
With this victory Stoner further strengthens its top position the standings with 284 points. Winning 44 points in front of Lorenzo.

Lorenzo in Third Position
In this Jorge Lorenzo Aragon GP only managed to finish in third position, while last year is positioned on the fourth. This failure has complicated its position in the points chase effort to become world champion Stoner 2011. “I can only hope we can return the brightest of the next series. Aragon does not fit with our motors, so the third position is the best result that can be achieved. I tried hard to be positioned third with a motor that always slip through the corner every time. about the chance to win, we still keep trying, the target is the championship series follows 15 at Motegi Japan “Lorenzo said.

Position After 14 Series Driver

No.

Rider

Team

Point

1 Casey Stoner Repsol Honda Team 284
2

Jorge Lorenzo

Yamaha Factory Racing

240
3 Andrea Davizioso Repsol Honda Team

185

4

Dani Pedrosa Repsol Honda Team

170

5 Ben Spies Yamaha Factory Racing

146

6 Valentino Rossi Ducati Marlboro Team

139

7 Nicky Hayden Ducati Marlboro Team

114

8 Marco Simoncelli San Carlo Honda Gressini

106

9

Collin Edwards

Monster Yamaha Tech 3

90

10

Hiroshi Aohyama San Carlo Honda Gressini

87

11

Hector Barbera Mapfre Aspar Team

77

12

Alvaro Bautista Rizla Suzuki MotoGP

67

13

Carl Crutchlow Monster Yamaha Tech 3

52

14

Karel Abraham Cardion AB Motoracing

50

15

Toni Elias LCR Honda MotoGP

47

16

Randy de Puniet

Pramac racing team

33

17

Loris capirossi Pramac racing team

29

 

San Marino Moto GP – Lorenzo Extraordinary

Moto GPYamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo his superiors as a world champion, he broke a lot of people predicted that Casey Stoner will be able to win the Moto GP of San Marino or the fourth consecutive season. Lorenzo managed to dominate the series to 13 Moto GP at Misano circuit by leaving Dani Pedrosa and Casey Stoner far enough away about 7 seconds behind.
Lorenzo’s victory at Misano is the first, in the three previous seasons he was only capable of being a runner-up behind Valentino Rossi who was still racing with Yamaha. “This is very shocking, I never expected to win easily, and put a halt to Casey Stoner’s victory. My motor is very competitive at this circuit, and really very quickly throughout the week. We must continue to strive relentlessly, said Lorenzo. ”
Led From The Start
Lorenzo started the race from the grid into two, behind Casy Stoner and Dani Pedrosa, Lorenzo succeeded brilliantly but precedes both up after the first corner. Since then Lorenzo continues to lead can be passed without anyone. Indeed, until half a lap Casey Stoner was able to put pressure on Lorenzo, but after that Stoner seemed frustrated pursuit of Lorenzo, even Stoner finally be passed Dani Pedrosa. “This victory is very fantastic, I am very excited to be a champion again, with a great motor, and thanks to all members of the team for the hard work that has been done” said Lorenzo
With a victory in San Marino, Lorenzo managed to add 25 points, but still lost 35 points from Casey Stoner, who currently lead in the top position with 259 points. This victory for Lorenzo seemed so important and will be a pep to catch Stoner in the remaining five series.
Valentino Rossi
Meanwhile legend Valentino Rossi Misano circuit with ducati race only to finish in order to 7. In this achievement the 2011 season with Ducati Valentino Rossi is much decreased, and Rossi felt the podium only once this season.
AFTER 13 Series championship

No Rider Point No Rider Point
1. Casey Stoner 259 10. Hiroshi Aoyama 82
2. Jorge Lorenzo 224 11. Hector Barbera 69
3. Andrea Davizioso 185 12. Alvaro Bautista 57
4. Dani Pedrosa 150 13. Karel Abraham 50
5. Ben Spies 135 14. Toni Elias 47
6. Valentino Rossi 133 15. Carl Crutchlow 45
7. Nicky Hayden 105 16. Randy de Puniet 29
8. Marco Simoncelli 93 17. Loris Capirossi 29

9.

Colin Edwards 87