Relentless

Bradley Smith fought his way into sixth place in the 125 cc race won by 18 year old German Stefan Bradl after leading the early stages. Rain in practice and qualifying meant little set-up time in the dry for the 125 cc riders and it was the Polaris World team of Smith that suffered.

Bradley Smith said “I made a great start and led but I could not believe how fast the others were when they went past. We had found a better set up and pace during the dry morning warm-up but I just could not stay with the others when they went past. I kept going as fast as I dared and sixth place keeps me in seventh place in the Championship.”

 Michael Laverty is seeking his first podium finish of the season next weekend when the Bennetts British Superbike Championship reaches Cadwell Park for the August Bank Holiday Monday extravaganza.

Laverty's results this year have not reflected his efforts on track and those behind the scenes of the Relentless Suzuki by TAS squad, with his best result being two fourth places at Oulton Park and Brands Hatch.

At the previous round at Knockhill, Laverty had been consistently strong throughout free practice and qualifying but when it came to the races he had to settle for sixth. As the championship reaches round nine though, Laverty is ready to step on to the podium.