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Latest News - 18th July 2010
Hi everyone,
Sam put in another excellent ride in round seven of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship as he finished in second place at Snetterton today. The 19-year-old challenged for the lead of the race throughout but eventually settled for second place and 20 points to substantially extend his lead at the top of the Championship table.
Having qualified second on the grid, Sam made an excellent start and immediately slotted in behind leader Graeme Gowland. He stayed there for the next two laps until Championship rival James Westmoreland overhauled him but no sooner had he done so, then Westmoreland crashed out at the chicane thus handing the title initiative back to Sam.
Positions remained the same for the next few laps although there was very little to choose between Gowland and Sam, the former just managing to keep the latter at bay. On the 18th lap however, Gowland made a mistake at the final chicane and it allowed Sam to move into the lead and raise hopes of a third win of the season for the Lincoln rider.
Gowland wasn't to be denied his debut win of the year though and he soon drafted back past Sam and was able to hold on until the chequered flag, eventually taking the win and with Westmoreland out, the 20 points for second place saw Sam's Championship lead extend from 15 points to 35 points, and put him in an excellent position with five rounds of the series remaining.
Sam Lowes:
"It was a great race and second place is a really strong result for both myself and the team. Sure, I'd have loved to have taken the win but having seen James crash out, I used my head and stayed focused on the overall Championship and with six podiums from seven races, being at the top of the table is a healthy position to be in. Graeme rode a great race and although I got by him near the end, he was able to get by me along the back straight and it just wasn't worth taking a risk and trying to get by him on the last lap. Twenty more points for the Championship is mega and I'm so pleased for everyone involved with the team as they've all worked incredibly hard again to keep us right up there throughout. I've got a wild card ride to look forward to now at the World Supersport Championship race at Silverstone and we can go there with no pressure and move forward again."
Gary Stubbington (Team Owner/Manager - GNS Racing):
"Sam rode a fantastic race and I'm glad he finished in second to extend his Championship lead. Obviously, it's always good to win but having seen his main Championship rival crash out, the most important thing was not to risk anything and come home in a safe position. Risking the extra five points for the win just wouldn't have been worth it as points make prizes at the end of the day."
You can follow his progress during British Supersport race weekends by clicking
Live Timing to view the latest free practice, qualifying and race information.
Hi everyone,
Sam put in another excellent ride in round seven of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship as he finished in second place at Snetterton today. The 19-year-old challenged for the lead of the race throughout but eventually settled for second place and 20 points to substantially extend his lead at the top of the Championship table.
Having qualified second on the grid, Sam made an excellent start and immediately slotted in behind leader Graeme Gowland. He stayed there for the next two laps until Championship rival James Westmoreland overhauled him but no sooner had he done so, then Westmoreland crashed out at the chicane thus handing the title initiative back to Sam.
Positions remained the same for the next few laps although there was very little to choose between Gowland and Sam, the former just managing to keep the latter at bay. On the 18th lap however, Gowland made a mistake at the final chicane and it allowed Sam to move into the lead and raise hopes of a third win of the season for the Lincoln rider.
Gowland wasn't to be denied his debut win of the year though and he soon drafted back past Sam and was able to hold on until the chequered flag, eventually taking the win and with Westmoreland out, the 20 points for second place saw Sam's Championship lead extend from 15 points to 35 points, and put him in an excellent position with five rounds of the series remaining.
Sam Lowes:
"It was a great race and second place is a really strong result for both myself and the team. Sure, I'd have loved to have taken the win but having seen James crash out, I used my head and stayed focused on the overall Championship and with six podiums from seven races, being at the top of the table is a healthy position to be in. Graeme rode a great race and although I got by him near the end, he was able to get by me along the back straight and it just wasn't worth taking a risk and trying to get by him on the last lap. Twenty more points for the Championship is mega and I'm so pleased for everyone involved with the team as they've all worked incredibly hard again to keep us right up there throughout. I've got a wild card ride to look forward to now at the World Supersport Championship race at Silverstone and we can go there with no pressure and move forward again."
Gary Stubbington (Team Owner/Manager - GNS Racing):
"Sam rode a fantastic race and I'm glad he finished in second to extend his Championship lead. Obviously, it's always good to win but having seen his main Championship rival crash out, the most important thing was not to risk anything and come home in a safe position. Risking the extra five points for the win just wouldn't have been worth it as points make prizes at the end of the day."
You can follow his progress during British Supersport race weekends by clicking
Live Timing to view the latest free practice, qualifying and race information.
