***** Don't forget. BSB from Donnington this W/E *****

[LotusSevenMan]

Superbike racing gets underway at Donington Park at 1247 on Sunday, September 23rd, with the second race starting at 1623. The action will be broadcast live on ITV4 with the coverage starting at 1230, while delayed highlights will be shown on Sky Sports 3 at 1930 on the same day.


Combined Practice Times:

1: Leon Haslam (Ducati) 1:32.118

2: Shane Byrne (Honda) 1:32.216 C'mon my son

3: Tom Sykes (Honda) 1:32.518

4: Gregorio Lavilla (Ducati) 1:32.572

5: Cal Crutchlow (Suzuki) 1:32.794

6: Tommy Hill (Yamaha) 1:32.900

7: Karl Harris (Honda) 1:33.114

8: Michael Rutter (Honda) 1:33.128

9: Chris Walker (Suzuki) 1:33.200

10: Jonathan Rea (Honda) 1:33.293.

[sirch345]

Well done Chris (LSM) as I had forgotten

[Pete.L]

And for those of you with Euro Sport and aren't afaid of getting out of bed on a Sunday
Moto GP 5:15 AM live at Montegi


and a rerun at 8:00 AM for those of us with sore heads

Pete.l

[Stratman]

Ah, Motegi. Having seen that little snot Stoner down in 9th (hurray) it looks like it will be a great race again between Danny and Vale. Hope dePuniet punts Stoner off and Vale gets the championship this year. Stoner is such a miserable sod - the way he was berating Checa yesterday was just like the spoilt brat he is.

[andy c]

Not a fan of Stoner then Stratman

[Stratman]

Whatever gave you that idea

Mr C Edwards is my man, but not having too happy a time of it this year (although still 8 in the championship I think). He has a lovely wife, family and home in the US and he just doesn't have the sort of hunger that would make him take chances, and who can blame him.

[LotusSevenMan]

Funny. I find Colin E obnoxious. More excuses than any rider I have ever heard!!!!

Anyway

22/09/07 17:08
Stalker turns on the style and speed

RIZLA SUZUKI’S Chris ‘Stalker’ Walker took his best qualifying position of the season securing second place on the grid at the 12th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Donington Park today.


Stalker spent three practice sessions building up his effort, slashing his lap times every outing on circuit. He started strong in qualification but left his best effort to the final minutes, setting a blistering pace at the 2.5-mile long twisting and challenging circuit.


Cal Crutchlow was vying for the top spot on the time-sheets during every session and was challenging again in qualification but was held up by traffic on his quick laps, eventually ending up fifth fastest and heading up the second row. Honda’s Tom Sykes took pole position.


Superbike racing gets underway at Donington Park at 1247 on Sunday, September 23rd, with the second race starting at 1623. The action will be broadcast live on ITV4 with the coverage starting at 1230, while delayed highlights will be shown on Sky Sports 3 at 1930 on the same day.


Stalker:

“I am absolutely delighted to have secured my first front row of the season. Every session we made small improvements and kept going faster and during qualification I just threw everything I had at it and second on the grid is just what my Rizla Suzuki team deserves for all their hard efforts this weekend.


“It’s the podium or bust for Stalker tomorrow as I am more determined than ever to get good results for my home fans.”


Cal:

“Qualification did not go to plan, between traffic on the circuit and my qualifying tyres I didn’t really get a clean lap to go for pole position. I ended up setting a series of quick times on a race tyre instead.


“The good thing is I was right on the front row pace using a tyre that will last 20-laps while many others could only record those times on two-lap sticky qualifiers. My race pace is good and the podium remains my number one target.”


Simon Buckmaster, Team Manager:

“After a test at Donington Park earlier in the year, we always knew Chris was going to be strong and quick here. He’s proved his speed today and is looking forward to the races and fighting for the top honours.


“Cal has been impressive all weekend and his qualifying position belies a race pace that is second to none. With a bit of luck he will get on the podium tomorrow – he certainly has the bike and ability to do so – it’s what step of the podium is the next question…”


Qualification Times:

1: Tom Sykes (Honda) 1:30.901

2: CHRIS WALKER (RIZLA SUZUKI) +0.154

3: Leon Haslam (Ducati) +0.208

4: Ryuichi Kiyonari (Honda) +0.284

5: CAL CRUTCHLOW (RIZLA SUZUKI) +0.354

6: Jonathan Rea (Honda) +0.498

7: Shane Byrne (Honda) +0.658

8: Gregorio Lavilla (Ducati) +0.719

9: Karl Harris (Honda) +0.788

10: Michael Rutter (Kawasaki) +1.052.

[Stratman]

I did find that slightly ironic

I like Chris Walker, but, if you want excuses from someone who's career has descnded gradually since 2001, there's yer man!

[LotusSevenMan]

Don't look at me! That above is just a direct lift from the Rizla Suzuki site.
I think CW is a rough house racer. Too many elbows and knees flying etc.
Me? I'm a Shakey fan so ???????