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Video: Casey Stoner denies MotoGP races are dull

Matthew Birt, 16 January 2009 15:31

Casey Stoner doesn’t believe that modern era MotoGP races have become too dull. Speaking at the launch of Ducati’s 2009 squad at the Madonna di Campiglio ski resort in Italy, the Australian said the introduction of the 800cc engine capacity rule in 2007 had not been a major detrimental step for MotoGP racing. Stoner has had to contend with accusations ...

Video: Nicky Hayden boosted by single tyre rule

Matthew Birt, 16 January 2009 15:22

Nicky Hayden believes the controversial move to a single tyre rule in MotoGP will be a major boost to helping him make a successful transition to Ducati’s GP9 machine. With only two front and two rear tyre specs to test each day, the restrictions have given the American more time to focus on adapting to riding Ducati’s V4 contender. Hayden ...

Video: Casey Stoner reflects on wrist recovery and 2008

Matthew Birt, 15 January 2009 13:00

Casey Stoner has spoken of his recovery from major wrist surgery and his reflections on defeat to Valentino Rossi in 2008 at the launch of Ducati’s 2009 factory MotoGP squad in Italy. Looking back on 2008 when the Aussie surrendered his world title to a resurgent Valentino Rossi, last year’s runner-up said: “The first half of the season was very ...

Video: Nicky Hayden excited by Ducati challenge

Matthew Birt, 15 January 2009 11:17

Nicky Hayden has spoken of his excitement about his debut season with Ducati’s factory MotoGP squad in 2009. Making his first official public appearance for the Marlboro-backed squad at the Madonna di Campiglio ski resort in Italy, Hayden said: “The feeling is very exciting. "On Sunday we did my first real photo shoot in the full-on Marlboro leathers and Ducati ...

Video: Rally driving with Loris Capirossi

Matthew Birt, 07 November 2008 15:08

Loris Capirossi is no slouch on a MotoGP bike, but the Italian showed his prowess on four wheels this week when he tested a Suzuki Swift Sport Cup rally car this week. The Italian completed a shakedown test session at the Turweston Aerodrome in Northamptonshire ahead of an appearance in the Tempest Rally, which will be run on an 80km ...

Donington Park clinches F1 deal

Matthew Birt, 04 July 2008 12:31

Donington Park, venue for the British MotoGP race since 1987, won the rights to host the British round of the Formula One world championship from 2010 on Friday 4 July 2008. The 10-year deal was confirmed on the first day of the British F1 GP at Silverstone, and is a massive blow to the Northamptonshire circuit. Donington last staged a ...

Video: James Toseland talks about his BKS leathers deal

Matthew Birt, 11 January 2008 14:45

Two-time WSB Champion James Toseland has signed to wear British-made BKS leathers in MotoGP this year. The firm is now owned by Frank Thomas and was relaunched today, with Toseland carrying the torch on the world stage.Watch the video to hear an excluisve interview with Toseland on the matter. Zoom & Watch more videos on MCN | TV http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1119137831http://www.brightcove.com/channel.jsp?channel=711881422 // ...

Video: Ducati launch 2008 MotoGP bike

Matthew Birt, 10 January 2008 12:02

Reigning MotoGP world champions Ducati kicked off the defence of the premier class crown with an official team launch in Italy on Tuesday 8th Janurary.Watch the video as MotoGP champion Casey Stoner and new Ducati team-mate Marco Melandri unviel the bike against the spectacular mountain backdrop at the Madonna di Campiglio ski resort. Zoom & Watch more videos on MCN ...

Audio: Herve Poncharal talks about Toseland in MotoGP

Matthew Birt, 30 November 2007 19:35

MCN MotoGP reporter Matthew Birt grabbed James Toseland's Tech 3 team boss Herve Poncharal to see how well his new rider coped on the Yamaha at the recent Jerez test. Check out the interview by pressing play on the Windows media player on the right.

Audio: Interview with Davide Brivio

Matthew Birt, 30 November 2007 19:13

MCN MotoGP reporter Matthew Birt caught up with Rossi's Yamaha team boss Davide Brivio to see how he thought the Italian rider got on at the recent test in Jerez ad how he rates the teams chances for the coming season. Check out the interview by pressing play on the windows media player on the right.