Elias also had a bit of luck, as he realized last minute that his tire was toast before going into the Superfinal. But with the good will of the tire manufacturer, they reopened their truck and fitted a new tire for him.
“ I was really close to losing the Superfinal because my rear tire was completely finished and I went to push for it; I need to change my tire,” Elias said.“ He waited for me and finally everything was right. The Superfinal was perfect. I could pass Brad, someone who rides that well. This is nice to end the year this way, because it’ s been a nice year. Thanks to everybody in the U. S. Thanks to this team, to my family, all the fans in the stand. And tonight to continue to party!”
As for Baker, he was obviously disappointed not to keep his Superprestigio streak alive, but he’ s enjoyed his time in Spain and is more motivated than ever to
come back next year and take back the crown.
“ Well, first off, this event, this time that I come over and spend in Spain is something that I’ ll remember forever,” Baker said.“ It’ s been something that is very important to me and the people that I’ ve met here in Spain and for the