I wonder who will replace him in Moto Gp Laconi perchance to make up for not winning the WSB title Its seeems the rihgt bike but the wrong person won it this year?

you could be right there steve. the look on tardozzi's face whenever laconi was beaten by toseland told the whole story. he definately wanted regis to win, that was very obvious. perhaps due to the fact that regis is half italian, or am i being cynical again?
ade!

Yes Ade you hit the nail right on the head he had a face like thunder when Toseland won the title and I think your right about the 1/2 Italian bit too.

Racing has always been political, but now its shown in the open. It show even if you win a world title its no garantee for promotion. Look at Foggy! How many world title did he win, just one off GP ride. Hizzy won the BSB then sacked.