It was in blazing heat that the 200 best drivers in France had to jostle together on July 27 and 28 to score big points before the end-of-season sprint. The Pau-Arnos European Circuit hosted, under the aegis of the French Motorcycling Federation, the 5th stage of the French Superbike Championship. The hilly and winding Béarn track offered a sumptuous spectacle to nearly 5000 enthusiasts present.
SUPERBIKES
RACE 1: FORAY LOGICALLY WINS
After his setbacks, Mike DI MEGLIO (Honda Team CBO Racing France – Michelin) is determined to return to the front. The Honda driver gets the best start and the race lead at Kenny FORAY (BMW Tecmas – Michelin), second and in contact. Behind them, Alan TECHER (Honda Team CBO Racing France – Michelin), 3rd, tries to follow this frantic pace. Hugo CLERE (TATI Team Honda – Pirelli) occupies 4th place ahead of Manceau Martin RENAUDIN (Team Moto&GPAddict Honda – Michelin), 5th and in a good rhythm. Mathieu GINES (Team 41 Performance – Michelin) placed 6th ahead of the first Challenger Kilian AEBI (Team LMS Suzuki-Pirelli), 7th, and Jérémy GUARNONI (Team MDS – Dunlop), 8th.
At mid-race, the DI MEGLIO, FORAY duel turned to the advantage of the driver of BMW #1. The reigning champion finds the resources and regains the race lead from Toulouse who is losing ground. Behind TECHER, 3rd goes back up and gets closer to his teammate. Hugo Clere and Kilian AEBI seem to be in difficulty. This benefits a small group of drivers with, in order, Jérémy GUARNONI, 4th, who achieves a monumental breakthrough by overtaking GINES, 5th then RENAUDIN, 6th. CLERE finds himself 7th, and attempts a comeback, he is ahead of Loic ARBEL (BMW TECMAS – Michelin), 8th.
On the finish line, Kenny FORAY won as boss with 3 seconds ahead of Alan TECHER, second, ahead of Jérémy GUARNONI who completed a very high-flying race. He was able to get the better of Mike DI MEGLIO, finally 4th, in difficulty throughout the second part of the race. The top 5 is completed by Mathieu GINES. Martin RENAUDIN finished in 6th place ahead of Hugo CLERE, 7th and Loïc ARBEL, first Challenger, 8th in the scratch.
The Challenger podium is completed by Ludovic RIZZA (Yamaha – Pirelli), 9th overall and Kilian AEBI, 10th.
RACE 2: FORAY EXPERIENCE
Once again, the Hondas of Mike DI MEGLIO (Honda Team CBO Racing France – Michelin) and Alan TECHER (Honda Team CBO Racing France – Michelin) took off on fire. They are followed by pole sitter Kenny FORAY (BMW Tecmas – Michelin), who misses his start. In 4th place we quickly find Mathieu GINES (Team 41 Performance – Michelin), who joins the fight for the podium. Just behind, a small train made up of Hugo CLERE (TATI Team Honda – Pirelli), 5th, Jérémy GUARNONI (Team MDS – Dunlop), 6th and Martin RENAUDIN (Team Moto&GPAddict Honda – Michelin), 7th is catching up with the leading men. Loïc ARBEL (BMW Tecmas – Michelin) is the first Challenger, 8th.
Despite a failed start, Kenny FORAY gradually climbs back to the top, passing his competitors one by one. After 6 laps, he leads the race ahead of Alan TECHER, second and Mathieu GINES now third after passing DI MEGLIO, 4th and in distress. Hugo CLERE, 5th, is hot on his heels and tries to brake him. Jérémy GUARNONI is still 6th, ahead of the combative Martin RENAUDIN, 7th and Loic ARBEL, 8th.
The driver from Yvelines is gradually distancing himself from the rest of the pursuers. He is ahead of Mathieu GINES, second, 5 laps from the finish, after having moved inside Alan TECHER, 3rd. Hugo CLERE passed DI MEGLIO who was also surprised by Jérémy GUARNONI, now 5th. DI MEGLIO, 6th, is pursued by Martin RENAUDIN, 7th. Arbel is still 8th.
At the finish FORAY consolidates its leadership position by winning its 5th race since the start of the season. On the second step we find Mathieu GINES, unlucky here last year. Finally the 3rd step is occupied by Alan TECHER. At the foot of the podium, Hugo CLERE is ahead of Jérémy GUARNONI, 5th, Mike DI MEGLIO, 6th and Martin RENAUDIN, 7th. Loic ARBEL finished in 8th place, first Challenger. Alongside him on the podium in this young category are Ludovic RIZZA (Yamaha – Pirelli), 9th and Dylan MILLE (Team PMR Yamaha – Pirelli), 10th.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Kenny FORAY – 203 points
2- Alan TECHER – 187 points
3 – Mike DI MEGLIO – 131 points
4 – Mathieu GINES – 127 points
5 – Gregory LEBLANC – 100 points
SITUATION AT THE CHALLENGER CHAMPIONSHIP:
1- Loic ARBEL – 226 POINTS
2- Ludovic RIZZA – 146 points
3- Kilian AEBI – 123 points
SUPERSPORT
SUPERSPORT 600
RACE 1:
The #6 Honda of Corentin PEROLARI (Honda – Michelin) gets off to an ideal start, as is often the case. The former World Superbike rider leads the way ahead of his main competitor for the title, Enzo DE LA VEGA (Yamaha – Pirelli), second but not behind. Further on, Diego PONCET (Yamaha – Pirelli) occupies 3rd place and is quite far behind his first pursuers Alexy NEGRIER (Yamaha – Michelin), 5th and Bartholomé PERRIN (Yamaha – Pirelli), 6th.
After 5 laps of racing, Enzo DE LA VEGA suffered an engine failure causing the fall of several other drivers. The others return to the box while the track is cleaned.
New start for 8 laps. Corentin PEROLARI once again takes the best start and is ahead of Diego PONCET, second. In 3rd place, Alexy NEGRIER, is hoping to gain the points necessary to obtain the Wild Card for the French stage of WSBK. In 4th and 5th row, we find Gabin CAZARD (Yamaha – Pirelli) and Bartholomé PERRIN. Finally the young Cyprien BABY (Yamaha – Pirelli), occupies 6th place.
Along the way, PEROLARI secured a third victory in a row and secured important points in the fight for the title. On the second step, Diego PONCET continues a good series of podiums and is ahead of Alexy NEGRIER, 3rd and still in the race for the title. Behind the places remain unchanged with in order from 3th to 4th place: CAZARD, PERRIN, BABY.
RACE 2: THE WILD CARD FOR SLAVE SHIP
Once is not usual, Corentin PEROLARI (Honda – Michelin) releases his clutch wonderfully and takes the lead of the race. He is followed by Diego PONCET (Yamaha – Pirelli), second and Enzo DE LA VEGA (Yamaha – Pirelli), 3rd. In 4th place, Alexy NEGRIER (Yamaha – Michelin) intends to play for big points with a view to the Wild Card which is still pending. The top 5 is completed by Damien MARMION (Yamaha – Pirelli).
At the start of the second round DE LA VEGA falls! He was one of the favorites to win a place in Supersport WSBK but his hopes are dashed.
After halfway, PEROLARI escapes. He is now 4 seconds ahead of Diego PONCET, second. and by almost 26 seconds the third, Alexy NEGRIER, 3rd who seems to want to ensure his place on the podium and on a Supersport World Championship grid. Behind, Tom WALLET (Yamaha – Pirelli) and Damien MARMION battle for 4th place.
At the finish, Corentin PEROLARI logically won for the second time this weekend. On the second step of the podium, we find Diego PONCET and Alexy NEGRIER climbs to the 3rd step. The 17-year-old from Manceau thus wins the WSBK Wild Card offered by the French Motorcycling Federation to the leader of the provisional Championship (excluding official drivers). It was finally Tom WALLET who took 4th place ahead of Damien MARMION, 5th.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Corentin PEROLARI – 230 points
2 – Alexy NEGRIER – 177 points
3 – Enzo DE LA VEGA – 147 points
4- Diego PONCET – 123 points
5- Damien MARMION – 104 points
NEW GENERATION SUPERSPORT
RACE 1:
After 5 laps of racing, a heavy fall forced the drivers to return to the boxes. They leave for 8 laps.
The best start was that of Matthieu GREGORIO (Ducati – Pirelli) who took the lead at the end of the first lap. He is a short head ahead of Hugo DE CANCELLIS (Ducati – Pirelli), second and on the lookout for the slightest opening. Further behind, Guillaume ANTIGA (Ducati – Michelin) is third and challenged by Matthieu LUSSIANA (Yamaha – Michelin), 4th.
At the finish, no surprise, Matthieu GREGORIO won for the third time this season. It thus consolidates its position as leader in the New Generation category. On the second step, Hugo DE CANCELLIS is ahead of Guillaume ANTIGA who gets back on the podium, 3rd.
RACE 2:
While Hugo DE CANCELLIS (Ducati – Pirelli) had gotten the better of pole sitter Matthieu GREGORIO (Ducati – Pirelli), he fell on the second lap and saw his race end. It is therefore GREGORIO who leads the way ahead of David MUSCAT (Ducati – Pirelli), second and Guillaume ANTIGA (Ducati – Pirelli), 3rd. Exupéry BEAUMONT (Ducati – Michelin) is further behind in 4th place.
Finally, Matthieu GREGORIO ensures his victory from start to finish and wins well ahead of his first pursuer. It is Guillaume ANTIGA, persistent, who takes second place. Finally, the 3rd step is occupied by Exupéry BEAUMONT.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1 – Matthieu GREGORIO – 200 points
2 – Guillaume ANTIGA – 165 points
3 – Hugo DE CANCELLIS – 149 points
4- David MUSCAT – 137 points
5- Exupéry BEAUMONT – 120 points
GRAND PRIZE OBJECTIVE
PRE-MOTO 3:
RACE 1:
Race after race, the young drivers in this category of accession to the highest level of world competitions, progress and offer us a Dantesque spectacle. At the start, Florian FRANÇOIS (BEON – Pirelli), took the lead after getting the better of pole sitter Matteo BERGER (BEON – Pirelli), second. Ethan DUFOSSE CERNEAU (BEON – Pirelli), made a good start and found himself in 3rd place.
After 5 laps, the red flag is waved, return to the box and new start for 5 laps.
New start and FRANÇOIS holds on and takes the lead. He manages to outrun BERGER, second. In 3rd place, Enzo CALIGNY (BEON – Pirelli), 3rd, took the lead over DUFOSSE CERNEAU relegated to 4th place.
No change at the finish, Florian FRANÇOIS logically wins ahead of Matteo BERGER, second and Enzo CALIGNY, 3rd.
RACE 2:
Once again the leader of the provisional championship Florian FRANÇOIS (BEON – Pirelli) tames his machine and makes a magnificent start. He takes the lead and widens the gap very quickly with Matteo BERGER (BEON – Pirelli), second but well behind. Further still, Ethan DUFOSSE CERNEAU (BEON – Pirelli) is 3rd and goes it alone.
The latter fell 5 laps from the finish. The young Normand pilot gets up. The race will not restart.
Florian FRANÇOIS won hands down and increased his lead in the championship over his runner-up. It is Matteo BERGER, second who is ahead of Enzo CALIGNY, 3rd after the fall of his predecessor.
Florian FRANÇOIS (BEON – Pirelli)
Matteo BERGER (BEON – Pirelli)
Ethan DUFOSSE CERNEAU (BEON – Pirelli)
Carmelo BELLUZO (BEON – Pirelli)
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Florian FRANÇOIS – 244 points
2- Matteo BERGER – 168 points
3 – Ethan DUFOSSE-CERNEAU – 131 points
4- Enzo CALIGNY – 127 points.
5- Enzo DUPUIS – 121 points
NSF 250:
RACE 1:
Pole sitter Enzo BELLON (Honda – Pirelli) was surprised at the start by the two drivers he was ahead of. They are Rémy SANJUAN (Honda – Pirelli) now in the lead and Benjamin CAILLET (Honda – Pirelli), second. BELLON is then 3rd but has the assets to move up.
After 5 laps, the red flag is waved, return to the box and new start for 5 laps.
At the restart, SANJUAN retains the race lead and BELLON passes CAILLET, 3rd.
Until the last meters, SANJUAN and BELLON are neck and neck but it is ultimately SANJUAN who wins by 0'004. BELLON had to settle for second place and CAILLET took the 3rd step of the podium.
RACE 2:
Superb start from the French speed team driver Enzo BELLON (Honda – Pirelli). The poleman succeeds in taking off and takes the lead in front of his most loyal opponent: Rémy SANJUAN (Honda – Pirelli), driver in the European Talent Cup. In third place we find a young man who has been discreet since the start of the season. This is Gabriel PIO (Honda – Pirelli).
A fall at turn 2 causes a red flag. The pilots will not leave.
Rémy SANJUAN wins in front of Enzo BELLON and stays in contact in the championship. On the 3rd step, Benjamin CAILLET concludes his weekend on a good note before returning to Junior GP.
Rémy SANJUAN (Honda – Pirelli)
Enzo BELLON (Honda – Pirelli)
Jimmy PRIMAUT (Honda – Pirelli)
Henri MIGNOT (Honda – Pirelli)
Gabriel PIO (Honda – Pirelli)
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Remy SANJUAN – 152 points
2 – Enzo BELLON – 133 points
3- Louis PAPELARD – 125 points
4- Jimmy PRIMMAUT – 124 points
5- Henri MIGNOT – 121 points
MOTO 4
RACE 2:
One machine starts better than the others. This is that of Adam TROJANOWSKI (BEON – Pirelli), leader, who takes off from the first laps of the race. He is ahead of a small group made up of Esteban NEIL (BEON – Pirelli), second, Sohan LACHIEZE (BEON – Pirelli), 3rd and Jacques CARPENTIER (BEON – Pirelli), 4th.
At the finish, TROJANOWSKI won for the 8th time of the season. He climbs to the highest step of the podium in front of LACHIEZE, second, who was able to contain the numerous attacks from CARPENTIER, who had to be content with the 3rd step in the box.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Adam TRANJANOWSKI – 223 points
2- Esteban NEIL – 133 points
3- Soan LACHIEZE – 129 points
4- Jacques CARPENTIER – 97 points
5 – Paul OLIVA – 96 points
MOTO 5
RACE 2:
At the start, Teddy BERTHELOT (MIR – Pirelli) surprised the pole sitter. He takes the lead ahead of Arthur DALARD (Erdog – Pirelli) who is now second. On the lookout, a duo seems able to challenge the leading men. It is made up of Louis LENEVEU (MIR – Pirelli), 3rd and Arthur BOIRET (TVX – Pirelli), 4th.
Arthur DALARD seems to be in difficulty in the last laps and sees his competitors taking advantage. At the finish, Louis LENEVEU wins, driver #24 was able to get the better of Teddy BERTHELOT, ultimately second. On the 3rd step, we find Arthur BOIRET.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Arthur DALARD – 234 points
2- Arthur BOIRET – 167 points
3- Baptiste CARRE – 117 points
4- Juliann DE GOL – 107 points
5- Nathan HENRY – 103 points
SUPERSPORT 300
RACE 1:
The best takeoff is that of machine #26. This is Dorian JOULIN (Yamaha – Pirelli), who takes the race lead under the nose of poleman Killian ROSSIGNOL (Kawasaki – Pirelli), now second.
After only 2 laps, the red flag was lowered following the fall of Livio MIRABEL (Kawasaki – Pirelli).
Second start for 10 laps and the scenario remains the same. Dorian JOULIN takes the lead at the end of the first lap and is ahead of Killian ROSSIGNOL, second and in contact, as is Gaëtan PRUNIER (Kawasaki – Pirelli), 3rd. Further behind Robin SAUTEREAU (Yamaha – Pirelli) and Arthur MASSY (Yamaha – Pirelli) are in the fight and complete the top 5.
Until the last laps, the battle rages at the front. But Dorian JOULIN does not tremble and imposes himself as boss. Killian ROSSIGNOL settles for a good second place and Robin SAUTEREAU, who was unable to join the battle, finishes in 3rd place. Arthur MASSY finally finished 4th after getting the better of Gaëtan PRUNIER, 5th.
RACE 2:
Dorian JOULIN (Yamaha – Pirelli) repeats and gets the best start. He is once again closely followed by Killian ROSSIGNOL (Kawasaki – Pirelli) who pushes to stay in contact. Behind the two men, Robin SAUTEREAU (Yamaha – Pirelli), 3rd, Gaëtan PRUNIER (Kawasaki – Pirelli), 4th and Arthur MASSY (Yamaha – Pirelli) 5th, complete the top 5.
After 3 laps, Dorian JOULIN in the lead saw his pursuer Killian ROSSIGNOL fall at turn 2. He was replaced, and now closely followed by Robin SAUTEREAU. Gaëtan PRUNIER is third but threatened by Arthur MASSY, 4th and determined to get on the podium. Matheo BAUDELOT (Yamaha – Pirelli) is 5th but threatened by Djanylson GOMES (Yamaha – Pirelli), 6th.
At the finish, Dorian JOULIN logically wins with more than 4 seconds ahead of the second. This is Robin SAUTEREAU, who is on the podium for the 4th time this season. Arthur MASSY takes third place and takes important points in the title fight. The top 5 is completed by Gaëtan PRUNIER, 4th and Djanylson GOMES, 5th.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- Dorian JOULIN – 174 points
2- Arthur MASSY – 144 points
3- Robin SAUTEREAU – 123 points
4 – Killian ROSSIGNOL – 109 points
5 – Matteo BAUDELOT – 103 points
SIDECAR
RACE 2:
This weekend, 2 crews clearly stand out from the rest of the grid. The pole sitter, VINET / LAFON (F600) is determined not to leave any chance of victory to his competitors. The #17 crew once again got the best start and then quickly widened the gap. Their first pursuer is VINET / GUILBAUD (F2), second ahead of VITTOZ / PIRAT (F600), 3rd. The first short chassis is that of ERAGNE / CESCUTTI (F2), 5th.
When crossing the line, no surprises. VINET / LAFON wins its second race of the weekend. He is ahead of VITTOZ / PIRAT, second and ERAGNE / CESCUTTI, 3rd who benefited from the abandonment of VINET / GUILBAUD. Behind, GILARD / ECORCHARD (F2) is 4th and GADET / POUILLOT (F600) completes the top 5. Finally, FRETAY / FENOY CASAS (F600), is 6th and GADET / DETRUCHE (F2) completes the F2 podium.
CHAMPIONSHIP SITUATION:
1- PEUGEOT T. / PEUGEOT V – 184 points
2 – VINET / LAFON – 124 points
3- VITTOZ / PIRAT – 120 points
4- GILARD / ECORCHARD – 91 points
5 – VINET / GUILBAUD – 89 points
ABOUT THE FRENCH SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP
More than 200 drivers, divided into 7 categories, giving rise to 14 races per weekend on 7 of the most beautiful circuits in France... This is what the French Superbike Championship is. An intense and unpredictable competition where the athlete and his machine defy the laws of physics at every turn, making motorcycling the most spectacular mechanical sport there is. Under the aegis of the French Motorcycling Federation, the French Superbike Championship brings together the cream of the national level, the speed elite in France.
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CALENDAR 2024
August 23 – 25 – Circuit Carole (93) – MC Motors Events
September 27 – 29 – Circuit Paul Ricard (30) – MC of Circuit Paul Ricard
