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 2008
Silkolene Shorttrack UK Championship / 2008 CCM Junior Shorttrack UK
Championship
Reigning Silkolene Shorttrack UK champion Marco Belli was back at his best at the second round of this year's national Shorttrack series, taking a comfortable win ahead of his arch rival and championship organiser Peter Boast. The 1/2 mile circuit at the Amman Valley, Carmarthen, South Wales was the prefect place for Belli and his factory CCM FT510 to prove its true pedigree, with the longer track really suiting the British made machine. No less than thirty-six riders set out to claim one of the twelve places in the main event, as some fantastically warm weather provided a suitable backdrop for the 100mph plus action out on the dry and dusty circuit. Belli transferred to the Grand Final with an emphatic win in his semi to take his place on the front row of the grid alongside other semi victor Boast and two speedway stars in the form of Aide Collins and Adam Allott. Boast took the initial advantage in the final, but soon passed by Belli on the back straight during the opening lap. The Suzuki mounted rider kept the Italian true for the next three laps, but had no answer to Belli's awesome pace as the race wore on. Marco brought his FT510 over the line well ahead of the chasing pack, to record his and the bike's first UK victory of 2008. Tom Wooley continued his total domination of the CCM Junior Shorttrack Championship with another faultless performance to give the youngster from Burton On Trent his second clear win in as many rounds. The fight to fill the remaining two rostrum places between Joe Moore and Ben Baker produced some of the best racing of the meeting, with Moore just taking second spot after lap after lap of intense battling. The next round will take place on Sunday 6th July at South Tees Motorsport Park, Redcar, Middlesborough. RESULTS - Silkolene Short Track UK 2008 series - Round Two Amman Valley 7th June 1st Marco Belli (Varese, Italy) [CCM] 2nd Peter Boast (Market Rasen, Lincs) [Suzuki] 3rd Steven Hall (Harrogate, N. Yorks) [KTM] 4th Glyn Pocklington (Skegness, Lincs) [Honda] 5th Aidan Collins (Warrington, Cheshire) [Honda] Championship Standing to date: 1: Belli 36 2: Boast 36 3: Hall 28 RESULTS - CCM Junior Short Track 2008 series - Round Two Amman Valley 7th June 1st Tom Wooley (Burton On Trent, Staffs) [CCM] 2nd Joe Moore (Sheffield, S.Yorks)) [CCM] 3rd Ben Baker (Skegness, Lincs) [CCM] 4th Tom Welbourne (Wisbech, Cambs) [CCM] Championship standings to date: 1: Wooley 40 2: Baker 30 3: Welbourne 26 For more details about short track racing in the UK please visit www.shorttrackuk.com
Marco Belli on board his CCM FT510 confirmed why he is recognised as one of the hottest stars on the current Short Track tour, when he recorded back to back wins at the opening two rounds of the International Mefo Flattrack Cup 2008, which is regarded as the European championship of the sport. Fresh from his second place at the initial round of the Shorttrack UK series, it was obvious that Belli had benefitted from having spent more time on board his new mount before he headed to Germany. The 400m long circuit at Guestrow provided the prefect platform for the Italian to show his true style as he came home ahead of arch rival Peter Boast, who had narrowly defeated him at Kings Lynn last month. Just two days later, but this time on a much longer 700m sand track, Belli once again showed the full potential of him and his British built bike as again he romped to his second win in as many days. Despite the faster conditions at Parchim, the 500cc single cylinder CCM FT had no problem in producing the power to put Marco out in front and to further extend his lead in the overall standings. Speaking about his first wins since joining CCM, Belli enthused about his new machine. "I really enjoyed that, it is always nice to record your first win on a new bike. In truth we were not quite ready for the first event in the UK, but with some extra time on the bike before we went to Germany this really gave us some big improvements." "Now I am beginning to feel at home on the CCM, so that I can express myself fully when necessary. Each race I feel more comfortable and more able to push harder so my speed is really coming on. The sheer speed of the bike, especially on the sand track is incredible, and the overall package is really good. I am confident that we are now ready to win as many races as possible." Belli will be back in the UK this coming weekend to take part in the inaugural "Champions of Shorttrack" meeting that will take place as part of the massive BMF show held at the East of England Showground, Peterborough just off the A1. Champions of Shorttrack Schedule Saturday - Practice - 9.30 to 10.15am 10.30 to 11.15am - Round 1&2 Heat Races 12.30 to 1.15pm - Round 3&4 Heat Races Sunday - 1.30 to 2.30pm. The top 24 riders from Saturday will ride in the Main Event, consisting of two - 10 lap semi's, an 8 lap last chance race plus an 18 lap Grand Final 2008 Short Track UK Championship - remaining dates: Round 2 - Saturday 7th June - ½ Mile at Amman Valley, Carmarthen, South Wales. Round 3 - Sunday 6th July - ST at South Tees Motorsport Park, Redcar, Middlesbrough Round 4 - Saturday 2nd August - ST at West Row Stadium, Mildenhall. Round 5 - Sunday 24th August - ½ Mile at Green Hammerton, York. Round 6 - Saturday 4th October - TT at Norfolk Arena, Kings Lynn. Norfolk. Round 7 - Sunday 19th October - ST at Scunthorpe Speedway Stadium.
Reigning Silkolene Shorttrack UK champion Marco Belli made his debut on the new factory CCM FT510 at the opening round of this year's series. Torrential rain wrecked the originally scheduled first round at Redcar, so Kings Lynn had the honour of getting the 2008 campaign underway. Despite having only had very limited time on the bike, Marco narrowly missed out on making it a winning start, as the stylish Italian finished as runner up during his first competitive outing for the British firm. A strong qualifying performance by Belli in the heat, saw him take second place and a direct route to the grand final even though he started from the second row of the grid. The grand final was a close affair with Marco growing in confidence lap by lap as he hunted down eventual winner Peter Boast. Unfortunately for the CCM factory rider, there simply were not enough laps to make his pace show, and on this occasion he had to settle for the second step of the podium. CCM's second factory rider, Richard May just missed out on a place in the shorttrack grand final, but took some consolation with a fifth spot in the Thunderbike finale on his mighty CCM FT710. Tom Wooley picked up from where he left off at the end of last season, with yet another victory in the CCM Junior Shorttrack championship, a class that is designed to recruit new young talent to this exciting sport. Wooley's nearest challenger on the night was Ben Baker from Skegness, who in turn kept Tom Welbourn in third place with some brave riding throughout the meeting The next round will take place on Saturday 7th June at Amman Valley, Carmarthen, South Wales. RESULTS - Silkolene Short Track UK 2008 series - Round One Kings Lynn 19th April 1st Peter Boast (Market Rasen, Lincs) [Suzuki] 2nd Marco Belli (Varese, Italy) [CCM] 3rd Steven Hall (Harrogate, N. Yorks) [KTM] 4th Aidan Collins (Warrington, Cheshire) [Honda] 5th Victor Bull (Stamford, Lincs) [Yamaha] RESULTS - CCM Junior Short Track 2008 series - Round One Kings Lynn 19th April 1st Tom Wooley (Burton On Trent, Staffs) [CCM] 2nd Ben Baker (Skegness, Lincs) [CCM] 3rd Tom Welbourn (Wisbech, Cambs) [CCM] 4th Adam Thomas (Flackwell Heath, Berks) [Honda] CCM racing sign Marco Belli for 2008 Short Track UK ChampionshipSaturday 29th March will see reigning Short Track UK champion Marco Belli make his debut on his factory CCM FT500 as he begins the defence of his title at the opening round of the 2008 series to be held at South Tees Motorsport Park, Redcar, Middlesborough. The 'Italian Stallion' as he is affectionately known will join existing CCM team member Richard May aboard a very special machine, as the Bolton based squad looks to repeat the success it enjoyed in 2006 when it captured the title at its first attempt. 2007 was not the best of seasons for the CCM team, with the British manufacturer losing both of its top riders, Andrew Moore and Lee Complin, to the lure of the national speedway scene part way through the year. Twelve months earlier Complin had been crowned Short Track UK champion, with Moore taking third in the series despite missing the first two rounds. With the leading duo departed, May was left to uphold the CCM honour by securing a hard fought third on his FT710 in the Thunder bike class, finishing behind eventual winner Peter Boast and new team mate Belli. Initially the plan for 2008 was to run May in a limited one rider role, with the CCM racing team switching the main focus of attention to their ambitious MX project that will see them compete in the Maxxis ACU British motocross championship and selected Grand Prix meetings in the coming months. However with the threat of Belli quitting the UK short track scene, due to a lack of support, CCM stepped forward to ensure that the talented Italian will be able to defend his title. Belli will ride a unique FT500 that will include a 1970's style nickel-plated frame that will house a special stroked 500cc motor that will be a direct derivative of the new motocross project. Although exact details cannot be released just yet, initial tests confirm that the bike will produce around sixty BHP and weigh in at no more than ninety kilograms. Marco will benefit from using Dunlop tyres imported specially from the US, and will continue to receive support from his personal sponsors Ariete and Tomaselli. The deal with Belli has added purpose for the Bolton based firm, with Marco being entrusted to deliver a message to the Italian public. CCM's Managing Director Gary Harthern confirmed his delight at the new relationship with Belli. "Marco's talent is without question. His flamboyant riding style is an important addition to the UK scene, and will hopefully regain us the top prize. Back in his home country Marco has a strong following, so he is the ideal person to act as an ambassador for our road going range of motorcycles." 2008 Short Track UK Championship dates: Round 1 - Saturday 29th March - ST at South Tees Motorsport Park,
Redcar, Middlesbrough.
CCM factory riders Andrew Moore and Lee Complin finished first and second respectively at the latest round of the Silkolene Short Track UK Championship held at Newport, Wales last Sunday. This was the second time this season that the hard charging CCM duo have recorded a 1-2, confirming the growing strength of the Bolton based factory team. Complin's second place at the Welsh venue allowed him to move to the head of the overall championship standings with just four rounds remaining, as previous series leader Darren Pearson failed to finish in the top six. Moore also continues his climb up the championship table and currently sits in fifth spot just five points behind reigning champion Marco Belli, despite having not competed in the opening two rounds of the series. Moore was faultless on his route to the first semi final, winning all his heat races before transferring to the grand final as the only unbeaten rider. Championship contender Peter Boast followed Moore home in semi number one, with CCM team rider Richard May also booking his place in the main event as the last qualifier. Complin recorded a heat win before booking his place in the grand final as he kept championship rival Pearson at bay, with another convincing victory in the second semi. The last race of the day was a CCM showpiece as Moore and Complin once again confirmed their superiority. Moore led from start to finish, whilst Complin showed great maturity by taking a safe second to help his title campaign, realising his team mate was the fastest man on the day. CCM's Race Team Manager Austin Clews confirmed the team's delight following their latest success. "It was important for us to bounce back strongly after the slightly disappointing showing at the last round. Andrew's and Lee's response was fantastic and has produced the results they both deserve. Both riders are now in a good position as we go into the final part of the championship." RESULTS Silkolene Short Track UK 2006 series Round Six Newport, South Wales 13 August 2006 1st. 43 - Andrew Moore (Lincoln, Lincs) [CCM] 2nd. 41 - Lee Complin (Colne, Lancs) [CCM] 3rd. 54 - Peter Boast (Market Rasen, Lincs) [Honda] 4th. 1 - Marco Belli (Varese, Italy) [Harley Davidson] 5th. 70 - James Heaton [Husaberg] 6th. 77 - Steven Hall [KTM]
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Marco
Belli and CCM score a double European victory
2008
Silkolene Shorttrack UK Championship / 2008 CCM Junior Shorttrack UK
Championship
CCM riders dominate at round six of the Silkolene
Short Track UK Championship