Island resident Cal Crutchlow secured the best finish of his MotoGP career with fourth place in Sunday’s Valencia MotoGP.
The British rider just missed out on a place on the podium in the final race of the season.
He also claimed rookie of the year award.
New world champion Casey Stoner produced a remarkable late charge to win, overtaking Ben Spies on the final corner to win his 10th race of 2011.
Final day to give views on future of sidecar racing
Class was suspended at TT and S100 this year over safety concerns
Cummins and Sayle take podiums at Tandragee
Manx riders well represented in Northern Ireland
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Top-ten elsewhere for Nicola Quaye during racing in Wales
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Manx side lose out on penalties against Jersey at Victoria Park
