John Hopkins Prepared For First Run At Monza

John Hopkins is preparing for a tough challenge this weekend in
World Superbike, as the series is heading to the famous Monza track
in Italy.
Known as the "Temple of Speed," the track is a favorite among race
enthusiasts for its three-quarter-mile straightaway, where
motorcycles are known to hit 200 miles per hour. However, the most
difficult section of the track may be the chicanes, a twisty
section where skill, not speed, is the key.
Despite Hopkins' long career, he's never raced at Monza before,
putting him in a unique position heading into the race. The sole
American in World Superbike has recovered fully from a hand injury
he suffered earlier this season and says he's ready to tackle the
famous speedway, according to Cycle News.
"Funnily enough, I have never ridden at Monza before, so I will
have to start the weekend learning the track," Hopkins told the
news source. "Normally I am a quick learner and because I have
watched a lot of TV footage of the track, I don't see any big
problems. Apart from the chicanes, it looks pretty straightforward.
As long as it's dry, I reckon I can get it dialed-in pretty
easily."