Dominant Rea doubles up at Misano

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Monday, 9 July 2018 09:02

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Dedicates win to William Dunlop

It was another successful weekend for Castletown resident Jonathan Rea in the Superbike World Championship.

The triple champion extended his lead over Chaz Davies at the top of the standings to 92 points, by winning both races at the latest round at Misano, Italy.

It's Rea's third double of the season, as he chases a fourth consecutive WSBK title.

After the race, Rea dedicated his victory to the memory of fellow Northern Irishman William Dunlop, who was killed in a crash at the Skerries 100 on Saturday.

"I wanted to win this race so much as a tribute to William Dunlop. I can't imagine what his family are going through and my thoughts are with them".

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