Haslam says he “must win” at Phillip Island
Added on Saturday, February 19th, 2011 by Carole Nash Editor
Haslam says he “must win” at Phillip Island
It’s safe to say that the build up to the 2011 season opener of the FIM Superbike World Championship is well underway and Leon Haslam says that his target is clear saying that he “must win” at the Phillip Island circuit.
The BMW Motorrad team are preparing for the Phillip Island circuit, the race at which takes place from the 25th until the 27th February, with an official test session on the 21st and 22nd on the track. New team member Leon Haslam is particularly excited for the season ahead, saying: “Winter is always a drawn out season for racers, and so we are really looking forward to Australia. Phillip Island is one of my favourite circuits. I have been in Australia since January.
“After the winter tests, my trainer and I worked intensively on my fitness in the vicinity of Brisbane. Two weeks of training in hot weather – absolutely ideal as a means of preparing for the race week.
He’s confident in the team’s ability to take on the opposition too, adding: After the winter tests I am convinced that we will be competitive from the first race. We have every reason to be confident, not only about Australia, but the entire season.
It is great to be part of the BMW Motorrad Motorsport project. My target is clear: I must win. That is also the aim of the team. I am sure BMW Motorrad will do everything possible to achieve that.”
The BMW team achieved their first pole position, as well as two podium finishes, back in 2010 and they are ambitious in their targets for the 2011 FIM Superbike World Championship.
Both Troy Corser and Haslam are confident about the upcoming race, with Corser adding: “Phillip Island remains my home race. Many of my relatives, friends, sponsors and fans come to the race especially to see me. For them it is the only opportunity to see me live in action. It is the race I most look forward to, and definitely aim to win.
