Husqvarna finishes 1 and 2 at AORC
Although consistent heavy rain saw Monday's round ten event cancelled, the Championship attracted 200 of Australia's premier off road riders and was no deterrent to Husqvarna Racing's Bartosz Oblucki and Glenn Kearney. European based Oblucki appeared to revel in the slippery conditions, securing the E2 class victory, with Glen Kearney locking in a strong second place.
Bartosz Oblucki
"I usually don't like cross-country but when the rain kept on getting heavier, I knew this would suit me as this is what I'm used to in Europe. I just powered my Husqvarna up and down the slush with no major effort," said Oblucki.
Glenn Kearney
"The conditions were really challenging this weekend, there was a very tough section that the majority of riders struggled with on one of the steeper hills. The result was a great one for Husqvarna and the team, I am really looking forward to next year as I am very confident that we can have an even more successful season." said Kearney.
The impressive one two finish for Husqvarna in the E2 class lifted Oblucki to 2nd in the championship with Glenn Kearney taking the final step on the podium with a strong 3rd spot in the 2011 AORC E2 title.
Another impressive performance from Husqvarna Racings Luka Bussa in the E1 class secured a great result for Husqvarna with Luka taking out 3rd place behind, Former world champion, Stefan Merriman and Ben Burrell.
Luka Bussa
"It was disappointing to have the last round washed out, the result for both me and the Husqvarna racing team was very strong and third place in this year's E1 title was still on target for us. Thanks again to the team at Paul Feeney Group, Vic, Joel and the guys have worked hard through the season to give us the best opportunity in this year's title", said Luka.
Paul Feeney
"I would like to congratulate the guys on their strong finish to the 2011 season, Both Bart and Glenn have performed well right through the season and had it not been for a DNF early in the season, the final results could have been even better. Vic Martin and his techs, Joel, Chris and Freddie have put in a huge effort to make sure the bikes are as competitive as possible. I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank our 2011 sponsors: Link International, Pirelli Tyres, Motul products, Ferodo Brakes, RK Chains, JT Sprockets, Polisport, Renthal and Progrip.
"Thanks also to Motorcycling Australia and perhaps more importantly, all the individual clubs, like the Dungog club, who have made this year's series possible. Their ongoing passion and support are a credit to the sport," said Paul.
2011 AORC E2 Championship final results:
1st place: Chris Hollis (Yamaha WR 450)
2nd place: Bartosz Oblucki (Husqvarna TE 310) equal points
3rd place: Glenn Kearney (Husqvarna TE 310) equal points
2011 AORC E1 Championship final results:
1st place: Stefan Merriman (Yamaha WR 250)
2nd place: Ben Grabham (KTM EXC 250)
3rd place: Luka Bussa (Husqvarna TE 250)
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