Spies to Race in British GP
Spies to race in British GP
Spies will take Loris Capirossis spot and race for Rizla Suzuki at the British Grand Prix at the Donington Park circuit June 20-22. Capirossi will not be able to race after breaking his right hand at the June 8 Catalunya race.
Already penciled in as a wildcard entry to the July 20 US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca, the Longview, Tex. resident says that debuting in England may be better as expectations would be lower.
Spies will race alongside Chris Vermeulen for Rizla Suzuki which considers Donington to be its home track. The teams headquarters are also located in England. Meanwhile, Capirossi is targeting the June 28 race at Assen in The Netherlands for his return.
Im really disappointed not to be racing at Donington as it is the teams home Grand Prix and I know there will be a lot of fans there that have come to see us, says Capirossi. I tried to get fit and although Dr. Costa says the break is healing well, it wont be good for me to race there as it wont be strong enough. So I hope to be back for Assen.
I wish Ben all the best on his debut, Capirossi adds. But he shouldnt get too comfortable on my bike because I want it back soon!
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