Checa banking on home support
Added on Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 by Carole Nash Editor
Checa banking on home support
Carlos Checa is hoping for a strong turnout from his home fans in Aragon as he looks to extend his lead in the World Superbike Championship.
The Althea Ducati rider takes a 72-point advantage in the rider’s standings to his home round, WSB’s first visit to the Aragon circuit, and he is hoping that the fans come out in force to cheer on his title challenge.
“I really liked the track when we tested there last winter and we now travel there in the best possible circumstances,” said Checa, who has won eight of the twelve races this season. “It is a left-handed track and as you know I prefer those, though I’m also getting to grips with right-handers too!
“I’m really enthusiastic and happy to race in my home country. It’s the first time that Superbikes come to Aragon and I would love to give the Spanish public two great races. Spanish interest in the SBK championship is on the rise and so I hope that this event can help promote the championship from a media point of view.
“I think the fans will really enjoy themselves this weekend. I thank everyone that has worked to make the Motorland Aragon event a reality.”
