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Sam Lowes closed a ten-year chapter in grand prix racing at Valencia.
British rider Sam Lowes reflects on his career in motorcycle racing, where he made a risky decision to join Moto2 after winning the World Supersport championship in 2013. He had successful seasons, winning several races, but also faced challenges, including an unsuccessful MotoGP stint in 2017 and a wrist injury in the 2020 Moto2 season. In 2024, Lowes will finally join his twin brother Alex in the World Superbike championship, completing a circle in his career. Lowes acknowledges his reputation for crashing but believes that taking risks is necessary to succeed in racing. He values speed above all else and considers his wins at COTA, Aragon, and Jerez as some of his most special moments.