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String of Podium finishes for Dunlop at the Ulster GP
17/08/11 20:37
| Wilson Craig Honda rider William Dunlop, produced a string of podium finishes in Saturdays Ulster Grand Prix at Dundrod, where the 26 year old Ballymoney man came so close to taking victories in both the Supersport 600 races. Riding in changing and difficult conditions, Dunlop produced one of his finest set of results at the Ulster, taking two runner up positions to his younger brother Michael in the Supersport 600 races, and an excellent third place finish in the UGP Supporters Club Superbike race, in which William also set the fastest lap. William however was forced to retire out of the opening Lisburn City Council Superstock race when his big Wilson Craig Honda developed brake fade at the end of lap four. William Dunlop: "I am very pleased with how things went today, and Wilson is also very pleased. I came so close in both the Supersport races, but little errors on my behalf probably cost me two race wins, but I am glad that a Dunlop got to the top step of the podium in the Supersport races. In the first Supersport 600 Race, I really thought I had the race in the bag as I lead Michael and Bruce Anstey into the Lindsay Hairpin on the final lap, but I just ran out to the edge of the circuit on the exit, and Michael got under me and away. I knew that if I did not get past him before the Quarries, the race was his, but he held a good line going into the first right hander and there was no way back for me as we got caught up with back markers. I was a little annoyed with myself, but that's racing. In the second Supersport 600 race, it was a great battle between myself, Michael and Cameron Donald with the three of us taking turns at leading. It was great fun, and again I lead the lads into the hairpin on the last lap, but again left to much room which Michael saw and gunned his Yamaha through me for a second time. Those little mistakes cost me the race, but to get two podiums was good. I really enjoyed the Superbike races, and I am getting more acquired with the Superbike in every race. In the first Superbike race, we had problems selecting the proper tyres, as it was damp in places and other parts bone dry. I managed to get up into fourth on lap four but Gary Johnson got passed me on the last lap and I had to settle for fifth place. It was a different story in the final Superbike Race as I started to get into a good rhythm by the end of lap two. Guy Martin and Keith had made a break on me but I think I was reeling them in over the last two laps, with me setting the fastest lap of the race on lap four. To get a third place behind Guy and Keith in the Superbike race was a real good result in my eyes. I really enjoyed the Ulster this year, and if I can keep improving on the big bike, I don't see why I can't be winning International Superbike races next year." |
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As recently reported Guy Martin decided to leave Wilson Craig Racing to further his racing career. This has come as somewhat of a surprise to the team as only a couple of weeks previously Guy had intimated to Wilson that he would like to continue with the team. Wilson had travelled over to Lincolnshire to meet with both Guy & Honda to discuss the way forward for next season. The discussions went well with both Wilson & Guy knowing there were a few points to be addressed. Wilson left Guy following these meetings on Friday 29th October. On Monday 1st November 2010 Wilson heard that Guy had signed to ride Suzuki's with TAS. This was truly surprising as when Wilson had sat down with Guy last year to discuss what he needed to do the job, Guy was the one who did not want all the razzmatazz that is associated with a big team, who wanted to work out the back of the van, and wanted all his mates to work within the team.
Wilson Craig Racing delivered Guy's requested package to the last nut & bolt, to get the job done, including as requested employing Guy's mates. One thing that can be said, is that Wilson Craig gave Guy a 110% commitment to get the job done.
Whilst Wilson was disappointed to loose Guy the most disappointing aspect of it was why Guy did not tell Wilson face to face as a matter of professional courtesy. Guy's recent comments in the media and various motorcycle publications came as a complete surprise and were disappointing to both the team and it's partners. Guy's criticisms were felt to be without without foundation and indeed went on to be proved so with recent results for the team.
At the Oulton Park BSB Round Marshall Neil rode the Wilson Craig Racing Honda Supersport machine to a respectable 7th place finish, which was a good result for a rider who had last ridden a 600cc machine a full year previously. Later in the season at the Sunflower Races Marshall rode the Wilson Craig Racing Honda Superbike & Supersport machinery. Marshall won both Supersport races and took the Wilson Craig Fireblade to a very creditable 3rd place in the main Sunflower race, this against works supported teams & machinery. William Dunlop rode the Wilson Craig Superstock bike at the Sunflower Races finishing a highly creditable 7th overall in the main Sunflower Race against full blown Superbike machinery. William later stated the Wilson Craig Superstock bike was the best bike he had ever raced. William is a first class young rider with a highly professional attitude and perfect manners. The Wilson Craig Racing Team would like to thank William for his performance, attitude, professionalism and gratitude he showed for being given the opportunity to ride for the team.
The Team feels that this proves there was nothing wrong with the bikes or indeed bike preparation. It was a hard day trying to find someone or something to take some blame.
The WCR bikes are prepared & presented by PTR (Performance Technical Racing ) in Louth who are effectively Parkalgar Honda. Simon Buckmaster (Team Principal) and his team compete in World Supersport. A world class team as results have shown on the world stage. All the Wilson Craig machinery are prepared in their workshops by PTR technicians, and our engines are prepared by none other than Chris Mayhew of CM Performance Engineering.
However riders do what they need to do and rightly so. Wilson Craig Racing would like to wish Guy well with his new team and hope that he has a safe season.
Wilson Craig Racing would like to take the opportunity to extend their gratitude to all team partners & sponsors for all their support over the season.
A special thanks however must go to Simon, Mark (Brains), Alan, ( with much respect to Alan in such difficult circumstances ) and Phil along with Chris Mayhew, Honda UK & Alistair.
Not to forgetting all the race fans out there, one thing is for sure we will be back better & stronger in 2011.
The team will announce it's plans in coming weeks.
Wilson Craig Racing delivered Guy's requested package to the last nut & bolt, to get the job done, including as requested employing Guy's mates. One thing that can be said, is that Wilson Craig gave Guy a 110% commitment to get the job done.
Whilst Wilson was disappointed to loose Guy the most disappointing aspect of it was why Guy did not tell Wilson face to face as a matter of professional courtesy. Guy's recent comments in the media and various motorcycle publications came as a complete surprise and were disappointing to both the team and it's partners. Guy's criticisms were felt to be without without foundation and indeed went on to be proved so with recent results for the team.
At the Oulton Park BSB Round Marshall Neil rode the Wilson Craig Racing Honda Supersport machine to a respectable 7th place finish, which was a good result for a rider who had last ridden a 600cc machine a full year previously. Later in the season at the Sunflower Races Marshall rode the Wilson Craig Racing Honda Superbike & Supersport machinery. Marshall won both Supersport races and took the Wilson Craig Fireblade to a very creditable 3rd place in the main Sunflower race, this against works supported teams & machinery. William Dunlop rode the Wilson Craig Superstock bike at the Sunflower Races finishing a highly creditable 7th overall in the main Sunflower Race against full blown Superbike machinery. William later stated the Wilson Craig Superstock bike was the best bike he had ever raced. William is a first class young rider with a highly professional attitude and perfect manners. The Wilson Craig Racing Team would like to thank William for his performance, attitude, professionalism and gratitude he showed for being given the opportunity to ride for the team.
The Team feels that this proves there was nothing wrong with the bikes or indeed bike preparation. It was a hard day trying to find someone or something to take some blame.
The WCR bikes are prepared & presented by PTR (Performance Technical Racing ) in Louth who are effectively Parkalgar Honda. Simon Buckmaster (Team Principal) and his team compete in World Supersport. A world class team as results have shown on the world stage. All the Wilson Craig machinery are prepared in their workshops by PTR technicians, and our engines are prepared by none other than Chris Mayhew of CM Performance Engineering.
However riders do what they need to do and rightly so. Wilson Craig Racing would like to wish Guy well with his new team and hope that he has a safe season.
Wilson Craig Racing would like to take the opportunity to extend their gratitude to all team partners & sponsors for all their support over the season.
A special thanks however must go to Simon, Mark (Brains), Alan, ( with much respect to Alan in such difficult circumstances ) and Phil along with Chris Mayhew, Honda UK & Alistair.
Not to forgetting all the race fans out there, one thing is for sure we will be back better & stronger in 2011.
The team will announce it's plans in coming weeks.
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