Second place for Tommy Searle in MX2 Grand Prix of Northern Ireland -ozzy go- ktmpress.com

It may have been a podium, but it could have been the top spot
in the MX2 Grand Prix, so British teenager Tommy Searle of the
KTM Red Bull Racing Team was more disappointed than
celebratory at Moneyglass Northern Ireland after Sunday’s races.

It was question of experience over youth when after having lead
for most of the way in the second moto and looking certain to
take the victory, Searle made one tactical error, left the door
open and the more experienced standings leader slipped through
and stole the prize. With 610 points, the Italian Cairoli is now
unbeatable for the title.

“I am a bit disappointed,” Searle said. “I did the best I could but
I made a small mistake and I didn’t realize that Cairoli was as
close to me in the final stages as he was.” Team Boss Stefan
Everts also said he had hoped for a victory for his youngest
charge. “Tommy is young and still not that experienced,” he said.
“He is so close to winning and he really did his best. I wish very
much for him that he will be able to win his first GP this season.
This would be very important for his confidence.” click on ozzy
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