Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Getting Close with Richard McNeill



I bring you a rising star from British, Richard McNeill. He's young, talented and has many experiences in racing

Hello Richard, can you tell us about yourself for those who don't know you yet?
I am a 21 year old motorcycle racer from Northern Ireland and I race in the British Series Thundersport GB on a 600 supersport suzuki. It's a championship level below British Superbikes then WSBK and MotoGP.


What you have accomplished in Thundersport GB?
2nd place in Supersport 600 championship

What is your favorite track to race?
Donington Park, first time I raced there was 2009 MotoGP. The atmosphere was incredible and I met world class racers.

Do you come from family of racing?
Yes, my dad race motorbikes at British Level and I have my onw team, McNeill Racing. To compete in a high level championship with our own team and nudget is a good achievment on its own.

What do you do beside racing?
Train hard by cycling runner and general fitness activities

Have you broken any bones while racing?
Yes, but they healed fine so I'll be ok until I'm old. I'll worry then.

Who is your favorite rider ever and why?
Valentino Rossi, 9 championships in MotoGP. Unbelievable.

What music are you listening to?
I just go with the flow really..

Are you addicted to social networking?
Let's just say I wish I never got facebook or twitter, haha.

What kind of girl will you dating?
A grid girl...Brown hair, nice set of legs, nice bum and boobs! Bring her to me... LOL

Last question, what's your wish for 2012?
My wish for 2012 is to change class and go into the 1000cc class and win the championship on a BMW.

Okay thanks for your time, Richard. All the best for next season.


2011 Results:
Mallory Park: 4th 3rd 4th - Formula 600.
 Donington Park: 3rd 3rd DNF - Formula 600.
 Anglesey: 2nd 4th 3rd - Formula 600.
 Cadwell Park: 2nd 2nd DNF - Formula 600.
 Mallory Park: 2nd 6th 5th - Formula 600.
 Snetterton: 1st 3rd 1st - Formula 600.
 Pembrey: 3rd 5th 3rd - Formula 600.
 Brands Hatch: 3rd 3rd 3rd - Formula 600.
 Oulton Park: 1st 8th - Formula 600 - 6th GP1 Superbike.


Richard's Profile
Name : RICHARD MCNEILL
Nickname : RICHIE / MCNEILL
Height : 5ft 9in
Weight : 58kg
Race Team : MCNEILL RACING
Championship : THUNDERSPORT GB
Race Bike : SUZUKI GSXR 600
Suspension : OHLINS
Tyres : PIRELLI
Helmet : ARAI 
Leathers : RST / DAINESE
Boots : DAYTONA GP
Gloves : ALPINESTARS
Shoes : DAYTONA
Ambition : BRITISH SUPERBIKES
Loves : MOTORBIKES, GYM, BOXING, CYCLING
Website: www.mcneillracing.com

By Firsty Ayusha @ucha6911

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