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Watanabe remains calm as he watches team-mate Black out on track21Gregg Black “What an incredible race with a result that was a bit unexpected given the conditions. I came here as a team leader. I finally took part in the practice and the race. We were originally aiming for victory, but the withdrawal of Xavier and Sylvain forced us to change our plans. The goal was to TEAM SUZUKI RACING NEWSsave as many points as possible. From the beginning of the race, it went well for us. The two leading machines had a very high pace, but these teams are not competing for the championship. Their goals were difierent from ours. This third place is a very good result because the race was very physical, and it was complicated to stay focused until the end. The team and the bike were perfect here. In endurance racing, you have to believe in yourself and not give up. That’s what we did, and the result proves that.”Kazuki Watanabe “As we were only two riders, we knew it would be very hard. But Gregg and the team did a very good job. I’m extremely satisfied Suzuka is hot and steamy, Black takes time out to chillBlack & team pulled off a remarkable feat at the Suzuka 8-Hourswith this podium. It’s also very positive for the championship because we take big points. Thanks to everyone who supported us.”Championship standings (top 3): 1. Yoshimura SERT Motul, 127 points, 2. F.C.C. TSR Honda 104, 3. YART - Yamaha Official Team 93. Yoshimura SERT Motul will start the Bol d’Or, final round of the 2022 season scheduled for the 17th and 18th of September, at the Paul Ricard circuit in France, with a tally of 127 championship points and a lead of 23 points over its main rival.2022 Summer Issue“In endurance racing, you have to believe in yourself and not give up. That’s what we did, and the result proves that.” Gregg BlackEWC 2022

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