HINWIL – Pedro de la Rosa berharap bisa mendapatkan hasil yang terbaik di GP Jerman, pekan ini. Pembalap Sauber ingin menambahkan poin di klasemen.Bisa dibilang De la Rossa selalu mengakhiri balapapan dengan rasa kecewa. Bagaimana tidak, sepanjang balapan musim ini gagal menembus posisi 10 terdepan dan tak jarang tidak mampu menyelesaikan balapan. Praktis belum mengantongi satu poin pun.
Namun untuk balapan di Jerman, De la Rossa mengetahui karakter trek di Hockenheimring. Trek yang mempunyai karekateristik yang sedikit berbeda dengan dua balapan terakhir di mana akan memerlukan kombinasi kecepatan rendah saat tikungan. Namun, pembalap bisa bersaing untuk waktu lap tercepat.
Selain itu, dibutuhkan downfoce dan stabilitas rem yang sangat penting untuk kecepatan rendah di tikungan. Di sana juga ada area yang membutuhkan kecepatan tinggi dan menurut de la Rosa akan cocok untuk mobil mereka.
Kini, pembalap asal Spanyol itu berharap bisa menyelesaikan balapan dengan baik dan mencetak poin perdananya di Hockenheim.
“Tentunya saya tahu sirkuit di Hockenheimring salah satu yang terbaik. Trek yang spesial untuk kesempatan melakukan overtaking. Saya berharap bisa melanjutkan perfoma ketika di Silverstone,” ujar de la Rosa.
“Tim telah mengembangkan mobil sejak di Valencia dan Silverstone dimana mobil kami menjadi potensial. Sangat bagus di hari Sabtu. Saya sangat kecewa ketika tidak mampu finish balapan dan gagal mencetak poin,” lanjut dia.
“Saya harus fokus dan berpikir saya bisa berjuang untuk mencetak poin. Trek Hockenheim cenderung keras untuk ban belakang dan kami akan bekerja untuk itu,” tambahnya dikutip Automoto365, Selasa (20/7/2010).
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Ambition Rossi at Brno
Fiat Yamaha rider's ambitions to restore the real appearance when appearing on the Grand Prix at the Circuit Automotodrom Ceska Rep. Brno, Sunday (07/15/2010).
Actually, Rossi was almost allowed to stand at the podium if it had not Casey Stoner Ducati disalip pillar on the last corner. Now he felt that he could restore the glory when appearing in Ceska two weeks.
My aim''at Laguna Seca (U.S. GP-ed) is to do a little better,''Rossi said as quoted by reuters, Tuesday (20/07/2010).
''This is a very difficult path and my passion. There are a lot of bend to the left, which could be a good thing related injury in my right leg. Yes, such as occurred at Sachsenring circuit. Then there will be three weeks before the race at Brno. So I had the best performances in the Republic Ceska, "he explained.
For this 2010 racing season, Rossi was not thinking of the target seems to retain the title. Understandably, the posting of a collection of numbers that far behind his teammate, Jorge Lorenzo. Currently the new Doctor repacking 74 points. While Lorenzo 185 points, followed by Dani Pedrosa (138) Andrea Dovizioso
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Spies Take Big Five
Monterey - Ben Spies are not satisfied with the results in Germany. Tech 3 Yamaha Monster racer is motivated to reach the top five in the MotoGP United States. Spies was disappointed when only able to finish eighth in Schansering. Because, former Superbike racer felt it was menggeber motor should be able to quickly and took fifth place.
American drivers were also very sorry that he should lose the opportunity to seize the best position of the race. Yes. Spies tumbled as oil spills from the engine through Jorge Lorenzo in the qualifying session.
As a result, Spies to start the race from the order to 13. "The position of eighth is not a reflection of what happens in the race and it was clear that I could more quickly. I lost a chance at qualifying. Being in the rear start position clearly painful for me, "said Spies.
"It's not easy to overtake Melandri because the motor acceleration is very good, but I could race my own race. I am satisfied with the performance because only a few seconds difference from Dovizioso and Marco Simoncelli, "he continued quoted MotoGP.com, Tuesday (20/07/2010).
"I am pleased to be fifth fastest race lap at the track and I should be able to achieve the fifth position during the race, but I was less fortunate with an accident during qualifying," explained a former racing driver
"Now I will focus to go home and race at Laguna Seca. I like the circuit and we will get a lot of support and I believe I will reach the top five, "added the 26-year racer.
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Absent Threatened Serena in U.S. Open
Williams was injured after his legs hit by broken glass in a European restaurant. Serena did a party at the restaurant as a celebration of victory over Russian Vera Zvonareva at the Wimbledon final earlier this month.
Although reportedly suffered an injury, Serena Williams decided to stay and perform in a match at Wimbledon SW19 against Belgian tennis player Kim Clijsters in an exhibition game. The match was attended by a record 35 681 spectators.
Injuries suffered in the European restaurant, the owner of 13 times grand slam champion was absent in the tournament Istanbul, Cincinnati and Montreal. Montreal tournament will begin on August 16, several days before the U.S. Open was held.
"I'm not quite ready with the tournament this month, due to a leg injury. Thank you for all your support, and I'll be back playing," said Serena in the WTA's official website on Tuesday (07/20/2010).
Williams returned to Flushing Meadows, after the time stuck on 2009 and the controversial issue. He was declared lost in the semi-final against Clijsters, after a strong protest to the judges line.
As a result, Williams received a fine of USD175.000. But, when he showed a good attitude there in 2010 and 2011 seasons, then the money will be refunded for USD82.500.
If you look at the U.S. Open and could be a winner, then Williams won the third grand slam title this year after the Australian Open and Wimbledon.
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Make a Suggestion Haye Mike Tyson
LAS VEGAS - David Haye get a challenge from the Klitschko brothers. However, Mike Tyson has a suggestion for the heavyweight champion of the WBA version. What did he say?
Known, Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko is very anxious to silence the mouth of Haye. Second ruler of the heavyweight boxer hopes to testing the ability of British origin.
However, Tyson has a suggestion for Haye. According to a boxer who had been a ruler in that weight class, the Hayemaker have the experience to fight to unify the titles.
"Haye is a great boxer. He's very tough, "I'm Tyson. "Haye wants to show he is a champion of the world. Believe it or not, he must beat Chris Arreola if you want to be the best. "
"He does not have to beat Klitschko brothers. He had to beat a boxer like Arreola and athletes from Russia. After that, just him against Klitschko brothers, "said the man 45 years old told Sky Sports, Tuesday (07/20/2010).
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Mavericks Nowitzki Extend Contract
DALLAS - The Letter of the new contract between the Dallas Mavericks and Dirk Nowitzki had been signed. Both sides agreed to a contract extension that was nine times forward signed this NBA All Star.The Mavericks announced the stronghold of this contract extension to the public, Monday (07/19/2010). As quoted by the AP, club officials agreed not meliris clause.
However, news of which has developed since the beginning of this month is known if the contract value amounted to $ 80 million Nowitzki with a duration of four years. No additional clause in the contract.
12 NBA players who already this season, recording a career average of 22.9 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, one block and 36.7 minutes in 920 games in its path.
32 players this year have the option to retire or move on at the club next season. Nowitzki's status as a free transfer, unfortunately there has been no serious team ask for her hand.
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U.S. F1GP Postponed?
LONDON - U.S. GP Organisation (United States) are likely to be postponed. Rumored that the organizers are not able to prepare suitable facilities deadlines. Really?
Previously, the U.S. submitted to the FIA to go back menyelenggaran race. Finally, the FIA president Jean Todt agreed and will be held in summer 2012. However, if they can not hold up to the year 2013 will be awarded a penalty sanctions.
It seems the organizers will soon pay the penalty. Because, Tavo Helmund admitted his side did not have enough time to build circuits quickly. But he denied that had no land to build it.
"Yes .. we do not want to do it. Would not benefit from the financial aspect. We have a contract that states we must hold GrandPrix in 2012, "he said.
"The question of land? It's no problem. Land is available and (Herman) Tilke has come, "he explained.
"We can not spend the money as soon as possible. Tilke and constructors working for this and everyone says that we can do it, "specifically cited Motorsport, Friday (07/16/2010).
"If not, it does not mean we can not hold the race. We will pay a penalty. We want to hold the U.S. GP for 40 years ahead, "the lid
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Dovi: Honda victory at Sachsenring
Sachsenring - Throughout this season, Repsol Honda managed to prove himself as one of the Fiat Yamaha strong competitor in the struggle for the title this season. The young Honda rider Andrea Dovizioso believes if his team had achieved the results would be slick at the German MotoGP, Sachsenring circuit, this weekend.
Yes, in seven series that has dilakoni this season, Honda was able to prove himself as one of the stronger competitors in the championship scramble. So far, the team based in Japan and it even beat the Ducati's success-one-another strong team, but still less powerful than the Yamaha which appeared in recent years.
Honda twisted evidenced by the success of the two drivers, Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso is almost always capable of fighting on the front lines, though only able to achieve a victory (in the Italian GP). In the last series in Catalunya, Dovizioso is actually capable of giving fierce resistance to Jorge Lorenzo who mempin race. Unfortunately, young drivers ketiban Italian this terrible fate, was thrown from his motorcycle. Lorenzo glide smoothly even touched the finish line.
Now, ahead of the race in Germany, later Sunday, Dovi claimed to have forgotten that fateful incident happened to her and is ready to give the best performance to lead his team achieve better results (victories).
"I can not wait races in Germany again and I believe we can achieve impressive results this weekend. In Barcelona, we have a good speed which makes us able to compete with the leading rider (Lorenzo) in the last two or three races. This is a positive signal for us, "said Dovi PaddockTalk quoted as saying on Friday (16/07/2010).
"In every race, we are always evolving. We keep one step better. So, now is the right time for us to go and compete to win. Although we failed in Barcelona, but we have proven ourselves capable of compete for pole position, "he added.
"We must continue our work to make the motor capable of winning races, starting from the German GP. Sachsenring circuit is very short and spelled out in sectors characterized by slow start, but quickly at the end. Usually the audience here is very crowded and the atmosphere is also very good. This makes us more motivated to achieve results slick, "the lid.
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Pedrosa Fastest, Rossi Satisfactory
Sachsenring - Dani Pedrosa managed to become the fastest racer in the German Grand Prix first practice session on Friday (16/07/2010). Meanwhile, Valentino Rossi recorded the first positive results on exercise pascacedera. Repsol Honda rider incised best time of one minute 22.521 seconds in the first practice session at the Sachsenring circuit. Ducati duo outperformed Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden, Casey Stoner, who placed second and third.
Meanwhile, Tech 3 Yamaha rider, Ben Spies, looked impressive with a fourth fastest racer. Spies recorded the best time of one minute 23.159 seconds. Racecar United States (U.S.) performed better than the current championship leader, Jorge Lorenzo, who only occupy the sixth position.
However, the center of attention drawn to certain Valentino Rossi, who melakoni first practice session after missing for six weeks. Italian rider even directly recorded impressive results with a record time of one minute 23.244 seconds best in 29 laps. Rossi's seventh place with just 0.02 seconds adrift of Lorenzo.
Complete results of the German Grand Prix Free Practice I 2010:
1. Dani Pedrosa Repsol Honda 1m 22.521s ESP
2. Casey Stoner AUS Ducati Marlboro 1m 22.795s
3. Nicky Hayden USA Ducati Marlboro 1m 22.983s
4. Ben Spies USA Tech 3 Yamaha Monster 1m 23.189s
5. Marco Simoncelli San Carlo Honda ITA Gresini 1m 23.204s
6. Jorge Lorenzo Fiat Yamaha ESP 23.224s 1m
7. Valentino Rossi ITA Fiat Yamaha 1m 23.244s
8. Randy de Puniet FRA LCR Honda 1m 23.260s
9. Marco Melandri ITA Honda Gresini 1m 23.290s
10. Andrea Dovizioso ITA Repsol Honda 1m 23.400s
11. Mika Kallio FIN Pramac Racing 1m 23.422s
12. Aleix Espargaro ESP Pramac Racing 1m 23.43s
13. Colin Edwards USA Tech 3 Yamaha Monster 1m 23.440s
14. Loris Capirossi ITA Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 1m 23.589s
15. Hector Barbera ESP paginas Amarillas Aspar 1m 23.599s
16. Alvaro Bautista ESP Rizla Suzuki 1m 24.020s
17. Alex de Angelis RSM Honda MotoGP Interwetten 1m 24.101s
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"Ferrari Ever Skip a Difficult Time"
Maranello - The race for Ferrari at Silverstone painful. However, the president Luca di Montezemolo wants his team remain optimistic in the next race.Prancing Horse team deserves disappointed. Because, Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa could only be in the position to 14 and 15. Even Alonso penalty imposed by the Stewards for attempting overtaking Robert Kubica at the outer side of the tracks.
Of course this is Ferrari's worst result this season. However, Montezemolo did not want his team dissolved with a sense of regret. According to him, was part of a bad situation that must be passed.
"There's no use crying over this failure. I want the team to face the next half-season with a positive attitude, "said Ferrari president told F1's official website on Wednesday (14/07/2010).
"We've been through this time worse than now. We can no longer to lose the opportunity. The reason we lost the opportunity in the last two races but we have a competitive car, "he continued.
"I hope everyone gives 100 percent to score points and to keep pace. All of us, me, Domenicali, technicians, mekanin drivers and the fans look forward to it, "he concluded.
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Final Preparation The Doctor
Known, some time ago has been returned menggeber Rossi's bike at Misano after missing approximately a month due to a broken leg injury suffered in training session ahead of the Italian MotoGP at Mugello. In his first session back riding a bike, Rossi managed to record time of 1 minute 38.2 seconds.
However, this time The Doctor admits she still has not been able to perform maximal because it is still often feel the pain from the injury has not fully recovered, plus the conditions that have not been 100 percent fit. Despite all this, nine times world champion was admitted to get back racing.
In order to take part in the German GP at Sachsenring on the weekend, Rossi was reportedly preparing to melakoni final preparations. As quoted GPOne, Monday (12/07/2010), drivers 31 years of this practice by using the Yamaha R1 for Supersport in Brno, this Monday local time.
When the final preparation was Rossi no longer having problems with his injury, the legendary Italian racer is also certain to be taking part in the Sachsenring. However, if he is still experiencing a number of constraints such that complained when trying out a bike at Misano, then The Doctor certainly have to wait until the series MotoGP Rep. Ceska in Brno in mid August.
What is certain, though later re-appear at Sachsenring, Rossi will probably be difficult to defend the title which he achieved last season. Unknown, currently The Doctors are still scattered in seven standings with 61 points adrift collection far enough, 104 points from teammate Jorge Lorenzo at the top and the strongest candidate so far to be world champion in 2010.
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Harrison Haye Fear Klitschko Opponent
LONDON - Audley Harrison come to comment on David Haye. According to him, a British boxer duo Klitschko's fight against terror. Really?Yes, the desire to challenge Haye Wladimir or Vitali Klitschko had been circulating for a long time. However, The Hayemaker decided to cancel the intention was for reasons of injury.
Now, Wladimir and Vitali again challenged heavyweight champion had to fight WBA version. But, Harrison heavyweight champion as the holder of the European level, sure Haye will be back running.
"As I have said before, David Haye opponent is weak. One-time hit on the chest would make him break like glass. If I was Haye, then I will continue to run, "snapped Harrison.
Apparently, there is a reason that makes the A-Force said that. He wants to become world heavyweight champion with a title of Haye or Klitschko brothers.
"I told the promoter Haye and Klitschko brothers are interested in fighting me, when my rehab the injury," said the British boxer was quoted by Eurosport, Thursday (06/10/2010).
"Even against Klitscko bersudara weight, but I really want to fight them both. I respect them because they are an effective game, but I sure can not beat them, "continued the 39-year boxer.
"Whatever the hurdles, I am sure I can find a way to meet the ambitions and become the heavyweight champion of the world,"
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"No doubt, the Red Bull Best Fast"
Yes, throughout the season, Red Bull was able to prove as a team with frightening speed in the arena of pole position. Of the total of 10 series that has dilakoni, squad based in Milton Keynes was performed with the dominant-pole positions won nine and lost only one series that is in F1 Canadian Grand Prix, June 12, 2010.
Are known, the qualifying round in Montreal, Webber and Vettel had to let achieved pole McLaren's championship leader Lewis Hamilton who later emerged as the winner. However, in the next two series in Europe and now in England, Vettel and Webber again unstoppable. Both will start the race from pole position.
Seeing the impressive record that indicated Red Bull, which has so far Massa Ferrari and his team are still looking for the best setting, to admit that Red Bull and a strong candidate worthy of the title world champion. The reason, they are able to prove itself as the fastest team. Do not miss news about the World Cup in 2010, just in Okezone.com
"Clearly, the Red Bull show performance and a better car, and it exceeded our previous estimate. They have shown that they have the fastest car, "Massa said as quoted by Autosport, Sunday (07/11/2010).
"This means that Red Bull would appear tough on this circuit (Silverstone) when compared with other circuits, because the new lay-out of this circuit. But anyway, when we went to other tracks, they also always manages to look very strong and undoubtedly, they have the fastest car, "said Brazilian driver was.
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McEnroe: Nadal U.S. Open Can Juarai
LONDON - Rafael Nadal has shown impressive performance when winning Wimbledon. McEnroe Jochn optimistic 'The Beast' can prevail in the United States (U.S.) Open.
The glorious game was shown in animals (the nickname given McEnroe). Nadal managed to become champion by beating Tomas Berdych in the final Wimbledon this year.
Direct number one ambition is to become the best in the next tournament: the U.S. Open. Although the party had never reached the summit, but McEnroe believes Nadal can realize that ambition.
"Nadal is very ambitious to win the U.S. Open," McEnroe said to the official website of the ATP Champions Tour. "It's hard to not mengunggulkannya in this event, although he never won it."
"He was like an animal: he is mentally and physically is remarkable. If Nadal is in conditions like this, then he can do it, "continued the legend of the United States told Reuters on Wednesday (07/07/2010).
"So, I think the Wimbledon, Nadal needs time to rest and restore the condition of the knee. Perhaps, he will not play before the tournament, "he said.
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Silverstone - Sebastian Vettel to challenge McLaren in their own cages, the British GP. Red Bull is still curious about the performance improvements opponent faction in the European Grand Prix two weeks ago.
In the race at Valencia, Vettel did manage to be the fastest. But the problem when he felt overwhelmed by the duo Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button with a concoction that appeared as if the car Anyar tirelessly aiming position.
Therefore, the event at Silverstone circuit will be interpreted by Vettel important. He wanted to find out how much the power of The Silver Arrow today to arrange further precaution.
"It will be very important. McLaren is very sure that I can make a big step and we need to know until where the latter, "Vettel said as quoted by Autosport, Friday (7/9/2010).
"Then we will prepare the next steps in the five races. Besides making a good car, we also must be able to read any changes, "he concluded
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Bologna - The move to Honda's Casey Stoner is not a rumor only. Australian rider decided to leave the Ducati this season.
Stoner joined the Ducati team in MotoGP in 2007. He immediately made a surprise by appearing as a champion for the season. Since then, Stoner was unable to continue success with the Italian team.
"I should like to thank Ducati for giving me an opportunity to race and become champions in the last four years," explained Stoner told Autosport, Thursday (09/07/2010).
"Ducati dare to gamble with my hand in marriage in 2006, considering I was not known. But, we were able to work together to win the championship and challenging to race the last two seasons, "continued the man 24 years old.
"I decided to move and try to find new challenges. But I will not forget the Ducati. So, thank you for Ducati and the success we have achieved this,
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"Do not Just Think Money, James"
The Cleveland - LeBron James has not determined which team will defend next season. NBA star was asked to not only think about money alone. Really?
This was revealed by Donald Del. Men who had been agents of NBA legend Michael Jordan is, ask the former star for the Cleveland Cavaliers did not think about money.
"I think James should see where he can win titles," said Dell in an interview with SportsPro ekskulsif about the future of James, Thursday (07/08/2010).
"Degree champion became the main target of James and the money will only be the second. Because, he can make a lot of money. He can produce approximately USD20 million to USD24 million in a year, "added Dell.
Rumor developing several teams intend to pick up James, like the New York Knicks, the New Jersey Nets and Miami Heat. However, Dell has a good suggestion for James.
"He does not need to strengthen the Knicks or the Chicago Bulls. He might be able to join the San Antonio Spurs. My suggestion is, James should think about where he could fit to play, "said Dell.
