Off Road

Husqvarna secures championship podiums at AORC decider

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Dungog in the New South Wales Hunter region played host to rounds 11 and 12 for the 2013 AORC (Australian Off Road Championship) over the weekend.

The Dungog event served as the championship decider for 2013 and the very best of Australia's off road racing talent were primed for a strong finish to their individual championship seasons.

Husqvarna racings Glenn Kearney came into the final rounds trailing Yamaha's Daniel Milner in the 2013 E1 (Enduro 1/up to 250cc) class. Kearney was looking to push Milner all the way to the finish for the 2013 championship and despite racing well across Saturdays seven test sprint format, Kearney finished a close second to the Yamaha rider.

"The 2013 championship has been a good season for me, it would have been great to take the title and that early season DNF with a crash damaged crankcase didn't help, however Milner was on his game all season and it showed with him taking the outright and class titles for the series." Kearney stated.

"To finish runner up in the E1 championship is a great result and to finish on the outright podium for the championship is even better. The guy's at Husqvarna racing have really delivered with Joel and his team ensuring the TE 250 R was always a great package. It was great to have Paul Feeney at the last rounds.

"With just 2 weeks before Lachy and I head of to the ISDE (International Six Day Enduro) there will be no time to rest as we look forward to another strong result for Husqvarna," Kearney added.
Lachlan Stanford was happy with his first season on the Husqvarna Race Team - Credit: Supplied
Lachlan Stanford had a strong result from Saturday with the Queensland youngster punching well above his weight to chase Chris Hollis and former world champion Stefan Merriman home in the E2 (Enduro 2/251-450cc) class, taking the third step on the podium for round 11.

Stanford raced well across Sunday's special tests to back up Saturday's outstanding result to finish just off the podium behind Hollis, Merriman and Green.

"2013 has been a great year for me at Husqvarna, it's great to be racing at this level and considering it's my first year back, the season has gone very well." Standord enthused. "I was trying my best for a championship podium and we just missed it by finishing a close fourth.

"As always, Joel and his team have been great all year, the TE 310 R has always been on the money as a race package. Thanks again to Paul Feeney and our sponsors for their support for 2013," he added.

2012 AORC veterans champion, Damian Smith came into the Dungog event leading the Vets class for 2013 and was looking to secure consecutive championship titles. Despite his best efforts Smith was forced to settle for 2nd place after Saturdays seven test sprint format behind Yamaha's Kirk Hutton.

Smith then took the opportunity to stamp his authority on the 2013 Veterans category by taking victory over Hutton and Craig Treasure in Sunday's final round and securing a consecutive AORC veterans championship.
Damian Smith secured another Vets title in 2013 - Credit: Supplied.
Team owner Paul Feeney was delighted with how his team performed over the course of the 2013 season.

"It was great to be here for the final rounds of the 2013 AORC season, the boys have had a great season and their results reflect their efforts. Feeney stated. "To have Glenn finish runner up in E1 and third outright is a great result for both Glenn and the team.

"Likewise Lachlan has had a strong season and I am confident he can go one better next year and finish on the championship podium," he added.

"Congratulations to Damian Smith, Damo has had a strong and consistent season, it's been a pleasure to see him take out the vet's championship for 2013, thoroughly deserved. Thanks again to the boys behind the scenes, Brian, Joel and the race tech's have done a great job all year.

"Special thanks to our 2013 season sponsors Link International, Motul, Pirelli, RK chains, Ferodo brakes, JT sprockets, Polisport, Excel rims, Progrip, Vortex, RHK and FTD graphics. Their ongoing support is invaluable and greatly appreciated." Feeney concluded.

Top Image: Glenn Kearney finished as runner up at seasons end in the highly competitive E1 Class.
Credit: Supplied.

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