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Sam Lowes explains how he was affected by the incident that caused a red flag in the Hungarian WorldSBK Superpole Race.
Sam Lowes detailed how the first-lap incident during the Hungarian WorldSBK Superpole Race impacted the remainder of his Sunday at Balaton Park. The incident had repercussions for several riders, including Miguel Oliveira being ruled out of Race 2 due to a concussion and Andrea Locatelli receiving penalties that affected his grid position. Furthermore, Iker Lecuona missed his chance for a first World Superbike win due to a restart, while Nicolo Bulega went on to secure his 16th consecutive victory.
In the chaos, Lowes also faced setbacks as his Ducati was damaged in the crash caused by Locatelli on the first lap, leading to gear shift issues during the restart. This problem persisted, resulting in Lowes finishing 20th and struggling in Race 2, managing only a sixth-place finish from an 11th starting position.
Reflecting on the incident, Lowes revealed how the team discovered the bike’s damaged parts post-race, affecting his performance without his knowledge during the competition. Despite the challenges faced, Lowes expressed understanding for the aggressive racing approach taken by fellow riders despite the unfortunate outcome, emphasizing his concern for the well-being of all involved.
