A subtle “see you soon” from Troy Bayliss ushers in the news that the Australian will continue to ride for the Aruba.it Ducati Corse World Superbike team, through the next three rounds: Thailand, Aragon, and Assen.
While Ducati had perhaps more competitive riders to choose from, such as Michele Pirro and Xavi Forés, the Italian racing squad chose the fan-favorite in the 46-year-old retired World Champion (we will ignore the fact that WSBK engine rules play to Ducati’s favor if Bayliss continues to replace the injured Davide Giugliano).
Bayliss did not have the best of results in his WSBK return, finishing 13th in Race 1 and 16th in Race 2, but the Aussie did show his ability to fight in the Top 10.
Tire management will be key of Bayliss going forward, though at the next few rounds he should be on a more even playing field with the competition, as he comes up to speed on the WSBK-spec Panigale, and the other riders don’t have the advantage of just testing at the race venue days before the race.
Regardless of results, we are pretty sure World Superbike fans around the world will be excited by the prospect of Bayliss racing a few more rounds.
There is even some talk of a Misano wild card, which would see the three-time Ducati WSBK champion face-off with two-time Aprilia WSBK Champion Max Biaggi.
Source: Troy Bayliss (Facebook)
- Ian Miles
Odd then that at the time of writing there was no ofiical comment and just an obtuse comment from TB. Jumping the gun again A&R? “Source: Troy Bayliss (Facebook)” Reminds me of the oh so accidental Omaha Ducati phot infront of the Ducati 1299 photo. Garnering publicity any which way. Having said that he certainly deserves the ride.
- http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/ Jensen Beeler
God, imagine if press releases were the only way we could find out about such things…
BTW, that was Portland’s Moto Corsa, not Omaha Ducati, taking a photo in front of the 1299 banner – a photo I believe was taken by a Ducati employee…
- http://webbdorazio.com John D’Orazio
HOORAY!!!
- Spurdog1
Good on ya Troy. Show ‘em that old dogs can still do the tricks!
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