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Haslam to be crowned BSB champion at Silverstone???
For Immediate Release 31 August 2006 Haslam to be crowned BSB Champion at
Silverstone? The Bennetts British Superbike Championship roars in
to Silverstone on 16-17 September for the penultimate round of
one of the most exciting and fiercely contested domestic bike series
in the world. Boasting one of the strongest rider line-ups in two wheeled
motorsport, the double-race weekend promises breathtaking action with riders
battling it out, wheel to wheel, around Silverstone's 2.249 mile
International Circuit. Silverstone was voted the best bike racing circuit of the
year in 2005 and fans can expect fireworks this time around at the
penultimate event of the season. The spectacular battle between
defending champion Gregorio Lavilla, his Airwaves Ducati team-mate Leon
Haslam, and 2005 runner-up Ryuichi Kiyonari is guaranteed to provide
awesome racing as the chase for the title goes right down to the wire. British
rider Haslam currently leads the championship - 15 points clear of Lavilla - and
has every chance of being crowned British Superbike Champion at Silverstone in
just over two weeks time. Leading the rest of the pack is former champion and
crowd favourite Shane "Shakey" Byrne, lying fourth in the championship, who
returns to Silverstone after two years in Moto GP. The passionate Silverstone
crowd will also be looking forward to welcoming back British rider
Tommy Hill after his stunning performance as a wild card entry in round four of
this year's Corona Extra Superbike World Championship. The talented 21 year
old wowed fans and fellow riders alike by storming to a debut pole
position in wet conditions. While he didn't enjoy much success on race day, he
certainly made his mark on the championship and the crowd will be eager
to see if he can come up with the goods once more at Silverstone. As
ever, Silverstone promises to be one of the best races of the year and will once
again provide the riders with a real challenge. The circuit's fast straights
and famous corners, combined with a turning and twisting infield section, make
Silverstone a firm favourite with both riders and fans. A full support programme
includes action-packed races for British Supersport, National Superstock,
British 125GP and the Virgin Mobile Cup, all guaranteed to provide non-stop
action that will keep spectators on the edge of their seats throughout the
weekend. With Silverstone's open paddock policy and free access to the
centre of the circuit, fans are able to get closer to the action as
riders and teams approach the climax of a thrilling series. There's also plenty
to keep the family entertained away from the track, including displays from the
Red Devils, mobile Mini Motos, a rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline and
Robot Wars. What's more, all this additional family entertainment is
FREE of charge. There's also a giant screen enabling spectators to keep
up-to-speed with all the action, wherever it happens on the track. To book
tickets for round twelve of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship
at Silverstone on 16-17 September, or for further information, visit
www.silverstone.co.uk, or contact the ticket hotline on 08704 588 260. - Ends -
For Immediate Release 31 August 2006 Haslam to be crowned BSB Champion at
Silverstone? The Bennetts British Superbike Championship roars in
to Silverstone on 16-17 September for the penultimate round of
one of the most exciting and fiercely contested domestic bike series
in the world. Boasting one of the strongest rider line-ups in two wheeled
motorsport, the double-race weekend promises breathtaking action with riders
battling it out, wheel to wheel, around Silverstone's 2.249 mile
International Circuit. Silverstone was voted the best bike racing circuit of the
year in 2005 and fans can expect fireworks this time around at the
penultimate event of the season. The spectacular battle between
defending champion Gregorio Lavilla, his Airwaves Ducati team-mate Leon
Haslam, and 2005 runner-up Ryuichi Kiyonari is guaranteed to provide
awesome racing as the chase for the title goes right down to the wire. British
rider Haslam currently leads the championship - 15 points clear of Lavilla - and
has every chance of being crowned British Superbike Champion at Silverstone in
just over two weeks time. Leading the rest of the pack is former champion and
crowd favourite Shane "Shakey" Byrne, lying fourth in the championship, who
returns to Silverstone after two years in Moto GP. The passionate Silverstone
crowd will also be looking forward to welcoming back British rider
Tommy Hill after his stunning performance as a wild card entry in round four of
this year's Corona Extra Superbike World Championship. The talented 21 year
old wowed fans and fellow riders alike by storming to a debut pole
position in wet conditions. While he didn't enjoy much success on race day, he
certainly made his mark on the championship and the crowd will be eager
to see if he can come up with the goods once more at Silverstone. As
ever, Silverstone promises to be one of the best races of the year and will once
again provide the riders with a real challenge. The circuit's fast straights
and famous corners, combined with a turning and twisting infield section, make
Silverstone a firm favourite with both riders and fans. A full support programme
includes action-packed races for British Supersport, National Superstock,
British 125GP and the Virgin Mobile Cup, all guaranteed to provide non-stop
action that will keep spectators on the edge of their seats throughout the
weekend. With Silverstone's open paddock policy and free access to the
centre of the circuit, fans are able to get closer to the action as
riders and teams approach the climax of a thrilling series. There's also plenty
to keep the family entertained away from the track, including displays from the
Red Devils, mobile Mini Motos, a rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline and
Robot Wars. What's more, all this additional family entertainment is
FREE of charge. There's also a giant screen enabling spectators to keep
up-to-speed with all the action, wherever it happens on the track. To book
tickets for round twelve of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship
at Silverstone on 16-17 September, or for further information, visit
www.silverstone.co.uk, or contact the ticket hotline on 08704 588 260. - Ends -
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