Laureus World Sports Awards
Although Valentino Rossi didn't win World Sportsman of the Year during the Laureus World Sports Awards in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, the MotoGP Champion was nominated for the prestigious honor an unprecedented five times.
Interview #2
Ben Spies, World Superbike Champion, and 4-Time World GP podium-topper and racing deity Eddie Lawson sit down together and discuss a myriad of motorcycle topics -- including their ultra-competitive natures, their striking similarities, and what it takes to become a champion.
The Roman Emperor
Max Biaggi, born in Rome, Italy, began his racing career in 1989 at age 18 in the 125 cc class. A year later, he was the Italian champion in the "Sport Production" category.
Interview #1
Yamaha recently facilitated the meeting of reigning World Superbike Champion, Ben Spies, and four-time World GP Champion Eddie Lawson. The two superstar racers met for the first time on camera and discussed a host of topics including training, bike set up, support programs, racing in general, and most importantly, what it takes to be a world champion.
Exclusive Interview
Daytona Bike Week, while in full swing, will have 300,000 riders in a relative small area. According to Allstate Insurance Company research, there are three particularly hazard intersections that have repeatedly caused the most reason for safety concern.
Superbike Team Proflie
It is an indisputable fact that basketball legend Michael Jordan is one of, if not the, most recognizable figures on the planet. In 2004, the sports star turned his attention to motorcycle racing in the United States. Starting with a young privateer rider, Jordan employed Gemini Racing to bring his road racing dreams to fruition.
Michael Jordan Superbike
Michael Jordan Motorsports' Aaron Yates could be called the hardest-working man in motorcycle racing. The epitome of the work ethic touted by his team's namesake Michael Jordan, Yates has celebrated championships in an impressive number of classes -- 1000cc Superstock, 600cc Supersport, 750cc Supersport and SuperTeams.
Michael Jordan Superbike
The 2010 racing season represents some serious changes for Jake Zemke, who is excited to be racing for a brand-new team this year. For a number of years, Zemke has come to the AMA starting grids with one manufacturer and this season marks a drastic departure from that.