Q&A with Loris Baz
Following the great success in Race 2 at Silverstone last 4th of August, youngster Frenchman Loris Baz told WorldSBK.com his comments and revealed his goals with Kawasaki Racing Team.
An unforgettable race last time at Silverstone, which brings you back to last year with a renewed positive feeling.
"Yes, Silverstone is the best track for me in the championship, and I'm really happy because the work we're doing with the team is paying on the track and this is not only good for me, but for everyone who's been working hard from the beginning of the season. From my side, since the very first round I tried to be consistent and not to crash too much, learning from each session and race, step by step. I was starting to miss the podium a little bit (last time was in Assen) and it was relly important to win a race before the break."
Can we say that your goal is to be in the top-5 this year - which was Tom's last year?
"Yes, I'm fifth at the moment, tied in points with Chaz (Davies), and this is really important for the season as we wish to finish in the top-5, so we'll do our best to stay in there."
And what is the idea for next year? Have you confirmed any plans with KRT, yet?
"Well, nothing is confirmed yet, we've just started to talk about it in Silverstone and I can say that the idea is from both parties to stay together for the next season. I would love to stay, as I believe this is the best we can do: all the work, developments and changes we've done until now will allow us to compete for the front row every race next year. We'll see, maybe I will know something more in Nurburgring."
So, as you wish and we all do, if you stay with KRT what is the feeling and forecast about the rules changes?
"I think with these changes all teams can be more competitive and I'm pretty sure this is a positive thing for the championship. As I understand this would bring more bikes on the grid and this is good for the show, our fans, and for the riders, as well. It's a shame that BMW has left as an official team, but maybe they will have more - and competitive - bikes on the starting line."
