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Randy de Puniet for Troy Bayliss Classic
The flying Frenchman is the the latest signing, alongside a multiple Australian dirt track champion coming out of retirement to ride his luckThe final two riders have been confirmed for the Pixado Troy Bayliss Classic in Taree (NSW) on January 19, including current MotoGP rider Randy de Puniet and former Australian dirt track legend Chris Watson.
De Puniet is now an honorary Australian after marrying Sydney girl Lauren Vickers on December 17, and the Frenchman will take on a line-up of local superstars including Chris Vermeulen, Broc Parkes, Stephen Gall, Garry McCoy, Toby Price and Jason Crump.
“The response from riders has been overwhelming,” Bayliss said. “It is very unique to have such a diverse group on the same billing.
“Basically everyone of these riders started out on dirt tracks before they moved on and exceeded in their chosen field. Each one of us is very competitive, so I am predicting there will be no holding back when the gates drop. The crowd is set for some great racing.”
The Legends and All Stars races presented by Insure My Ride will see all 24 riders compete in five rounds of racing.
The superpole shootout will see all 24 Legends and All Stars compete against 16 local riders in a winner take all battle. The event will then culminate with the Troy Bayliss Cup, where the top nine Legends and All Stars will compete against the fastest three club qualifiers.
“Race fans will get to meet all the riders and special guests throughout the day night event,” Bayliss said.
“Myself and the other riders are looking forward to the event, some of us visited the track last week for some testing and the pace was already on.”
The full line-up of legends is as follows:
1. Troy Bayliss
2. Chris Vermeulen
3. Randy De Puniet
4. Chris Watson
5. Shawn Giles
6. Jamie Stauffer
7. Josh Hook
8. Chris Hollis
9. Barry Cockle
10. Wayne Maxwell
11. Paul Caslick
12. David Armstrong
13. Jason Crump
14. Garry McCoy
15. Stephen Gall
16. Broc Parkes
17. Toby Price
18. Damian Cudlin
19. Daniel Reardon
20. Anthony Gunter
21. Vaughan Style
22. Troy Herfoss
23. Josh Waters
24. Phil Lovett
Tickets can now be purchased at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=7910. All purchases before 6.00pm on December 25, 2012 will go in the draw for a winner and their friend to become Troy Bayliss’ guest in the VIP hospitality area with the chance to mingle with riders and other special guests.
Book accommodation now at the Manning Valley Visitor Information Centre 1800 182 733 or online at www.manningvalley.info.
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