Author: Sunday Ngara

Bezzecchi Reflects on Missed Opportunity at Japanese Grand Prix: “I Hoped for Rain to Spice Things Up” Marco Bezzecchi, one of MotoGP’s rising stars and a key figure in the VR46 Racing Team, expressed his frustration after the Japanese Grand Prix at the Motegi circuit, where he finished in a lower position than he had hoped for. Bezzecchi, known for his strong performances in wet conditions, lamented the dry weather that dominated the race, robbing him of an opportunity to capitalize on his superior skillset in tricky conditions. With a less than exciting race and an unfortunate early collision with…

UCI Defends Decision Not to Disqualify Mathieu van der Poel for ‘Sidewalk Incident’ at World Championships The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has come under intense scrutiny following its decision not to disqualify Dutch rider Mathieu van der Poel for his controversial “sidewalk incident” during the 2024 UCI Road World Championships. The incident, which occurred during a critical moment of the elite men’s race, saw van der Poel veer off the road and onto the sidewalk to bypass a congested section of the course. While this move raised eyebrows across the cycling world, the UCI has defended its stance, stating that…

Josh Battle Opens Up on Challenging Decision to Leave St Kilda for Hawthorn Amid Saints’ B&F Snub In a candid conversation, Josh Battle reflects on one of the most challenging decisions of his career: leaving St Kilda, a club that has been his home since he was drafted, to join the Hawthorn Football Club. The new Hawthorn signing has faced considerable scrutiny and mixed emotions since announcing his departure, particularly in light of being overlooked for the Saints’ Best and Fairest (B&F) award. In an exclusive interview with Josh Gabelich, Battle delves into the motivations behind his decision, the emotional…

Stoner Returns to His Roots: Two-Time MotoGP Champion Takes on Dirt Track Bike After 20 Years In a heartwarming return to his roots, two-time MotoGP world champion Casey Stoner has once again embraced his passion for dirt track racing after a two-decade hiatus. The Australian racing legend, known for his unparalleled skill and fierce competitiveness, recently shared a video on Instagram that has ignited excitement among fans and fellow riders alike. The sight of Stoner back on a dirt track bike, tackling the challenging terrain that originally fueled his love for motorsports, marks a significant moment in the world of…

Francesco Bagnaia Celebrates Japan Sprint Victory, Anticipates Tough Sunday Challenge from Pedro Acosta Francesco Bagnaia, the reigning MotoGP World Champion, secured a dominant victory in the Japan Sprint Race at the Twin Ring Motegi, but the Ducati star isn’t resting on his laurels. As the dust settled on his latest triumph, Bagnaia was quick to acknowledge that Sunday’s main race would present a much tougher challenge, particularly from MotoGP rising star Pedro Acosta. With Acosta emerging as a formidable force in his rookie season, Bagnaia and his team are preparing for what could be one of the most critical battles…

MotoGP Japan: Motegi Circuit Poised for Strong Performances from VR46 Riders Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio The upcoming MotoGP round at the Twin Ring Motegi in Japan is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the VR46 riders Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Both riders have shown immense promise throughout the season, and the unique characteristics of the Motegi circuit could play to their strengths, setting the stage for a potential breakthrough performance in the Japanese Grand Prix. The Twin Ring Motegi Circuit: A Technical Challenge Motegi, one of the most iconic circuits on the MotoGP calendar,…

Latvia Outraged Over Van der Poel’s Lack of Disqualification After ‘Endangering Spectators’ at World Championships The Latvian Cycling Federation has officially lodged a protest with the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) following an incident at the World Championships in which Dutch cyclist Mathieu van der Poel allegedly endangered spectators with his riding. The federation expressed outrage over the decision not to disqualify van der Poel, claiming that his actions during the race posed a serious risk to both the riders and the public. The incident, which occurred during one of the most anticipated events of the championship, has since sparked a…

Tadej Pogačar Shines in the Rain, Claims Victory in World Champion Rainbow Bands at Giro dell’Emilia Tadej Pogačar, the Slovenian superstar of the professional cycling world, once again etched his name into the history books by claiming victory at the Giro dell’Emilia. This time, he did so while donning the prestigious rainbow bands of the World Champion, further solidifying his status as one of the greatest cyclists of his generation. The race, which unfolded under torrential rain, added to the drama of an already exhilarating season for Pogačar, who continues to dominate the sport with an iron grip. The Significance…

Nederlands over de eis van de Letse Wielerbond voor sancties tegen Mathieu van der Poel na zijn vermeende ‘onverantwoordelijk gedrag’ tijdens de Wereldkampioenschappen: — Letse Wielerbond Eist Sancties voor Mathieu van der Poel na ‘Onverantwoordelijk Gedrag’ tijdens Wereldkampioenschappen De Letse Wielerbond heeft in een officiële verklaring harde kritiek geuit op de UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) en eist sancties tegen de Nederlandse wielrenner Mathieu van der Poel. De bond beschuldigt Van der Poel van “onverantwoordelijk en gevaarlijk gedrag” tijdens de recente Wereldkampioenschappen op de weg, waarbij hun eigen renners bijna betrokken raakten bij een incident dat, volgens de Letse delegatie, door…

Nederlands over de woede van de Letse wielerbond na het incident met Mathieu van der Poel tijdens de Wereldkampioenschappen. — Woedende Letse Wielerbond Beklaagt Zich bij UCI over Van der Poel’s ‘Gevaarlijk Rijden’ en het Uitblijven van Straf bij de Wereldkampioenschappen De Letse Wielerbond heeft met harde bewoordingen een officiële klacht ingediend bij de UCI na wat zij omschrijven als ‘gevaarlijk rijgedrag’ van Mathieu van der Poel tijdens de recente Wereldkampioenschappen. De Letse delegatie is buitengewoon verontwaardigd dat de Nederlandse renner, ondanks het incident, geen boete of andere sanctie heeft gekregen van de wedstrijdjury. In een felle verklaring heeft de…