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French GP |  |  |  |  |  | | | CONTRASTING FORTUNES FOR DUCATI MARLBORO PAIR AT LE MANS May 23 2010, Nicky Hayden produced another valiant challenge for a podium position in the Grand Prix de France at Le Mans this afternoon, finishing fourth in a race that saw his Ducati Marlboro team-mate Casey Stoner suffer the misfortune of a crash while trying to close the gap to the front three. It was an early and disappointing end to a tough weekend for the Australian, who lost the front end of his Desmosedici on the third lap. However, there was still plenty of excitement for the Ducatisti amongst a 82,000 crowd to enjoy as Hayden took the fight to the frontrunners, passing Dani Pedrosa to take fourth place on the final lap, crossing the line just 1.5 seconds behind Andrea Dovizioso in third. The race was won by Jorge Lorenzo ahead of Valentino Rossi. (text and picture by Ducati corse press). | | | | 
Spain GP |  |  |  |  |  | | | HAYDEN AND STONER SECURE SOLID POINTS HAUL AT JEREZ May 02 2010, Nicky Hayden and Casey Stoner took top five finishes in the Grand Prix of Spain today, fourth and fifth place respectively representing satisfactory if not sensational results at Jerez. Both riders had higher hopes as they targeted a podium challenge from fifth and third on the grid but it was a demanding 27-lap affair as they lost touch with eventual top three Jorge Lorenzo, Dani Pedrosa and Valentino Rossi in the first half of the race. Stoner’s front end troubles forced the Australian to accept 11 important championship points. Meanwhile Hayden made a great start to the race and was lapping in third place over the early laps but didn’t quite have the pace to stick with the leaders. (text and picture by Ducati corse press). | | | | 
Qatar GP |  |  |  |  |  | | | 4° PLACED HAYDEN FLIES FLAG AFTER STONER CRASHED OUT April 12 2010, Nicky Hayden got his 2010 season off to a flying start today with a thrilling battle for the podium under the Losail floodlights, flying the flag for the Ducati Marlboro Team after a crash for his team-mate Casey Stoner. The Australian didn’t get the ideal start to the race from pole position as he was passed by three riders - including Hayden, who made a lightening start from ninth – but he quickly fought back to recover the lead by the third lap. However, a mistake just three laps later put paid to an otherwise perfect weekend, with Stoner having dominated every session. Hayden kept pace with Valentino Rossi and Andrea Dovizioso, keeping the leader in sight whilst entering a fierce battle for second place. Jorge Lorenzo forced his way through in the later stages, with the American eventually missing out on third place by just 0.011 seconds to the Italian. (text and picture by Ducati corse press). | | | | 
TEST SEPANG |  |  |  |  |  | | | WINTER TEST
Feb 26 2010 - The Ducati Marlboro Team completed the second and final day of testing at Sepang, Malaysia, today with both riders extremely satisfied with the performance of their Desmosedici GP10 machines. Casey Stoner and Nicky Hayden were both in highly competitive form today, clocking the second and third fastest times of the session respectively. Like the rest of the riders the pair used the first three hours of the session, from 10am to 1pm, followed by a further two hours from 4pm to 6pm to do the majority of their set-up work. Slightly cooler temperatures at that time of the day compared to the intense early afternoon heat provided the most suitable conditions.
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DUCATI MARLBORO TEAM |  |  |  |  |  | | | DUCATI DESMOSEDICI GP10
Technical Specifications
Engine: liquid-cooled, 90 degree V4 four-stroke, desmodromic DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 799cc
Maximum power: more than 200hp
Maximum speed: in excess of 310 kph/192 mph
Ignition: Magneti Marelli
Exhaust: Termignoni
Suspension: Öhlins upside-down 48mm front forks and Öhlins rear shock absorber, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound damping.
Brakes: Brembo, two 320mm carbon front discs with four-piston callipers. Single stainless steel rear disc with two-piston callipers.
Dry weight: 150kg
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