Biaggi complicates matters with race 2 DNF

The first ever Superbike weekend on Russian soil ended in the worst possible way for title contender Max Biaggi as he retired in race 2 because of a crash while he was battling among the leaders. The Aprilia rider was competitive at the Moscow Raceway in race 1, in which he finished third then in the second race he was making up positions following the exciting early stages. On lap 9, while attempting to overtake Rea in the last braking section, Max collided with Haslam, who was just ahead of him, ending up on the ground. Neither the British rider nor the Roman Emperor suffered any physical injuries, but the crash cost Max important championship points.

"The crash was the last thing we needed - confirmed a disappointed Max Biaggi - Unfortunately, when I changed my line in the braking section I ended up on some dirty asphalt and I wasn't able to slow down. I saw Haslam drawing closer and tried unsuccessfully to avoid the collision. I apologised to him straight away. At first I thought he had been injured, but fortunately he assured me that he was OK. After the podium finish in the first race I wanted to stay up front. This really complicates the championship but it certainly isn't over yet".