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1 Why did people laugh at Darren at his first ever race? 5 Darren says most professionaI motorcycle riders
A He was so young. A aren't afraid of fatting off their bike.
B He had an old bike. B don't fu[[y understand the risks.
C He wasn't very good. C are nervous about hitting other competitors.
2 Why is this year different for Darren from the last two? 6 What does Darren say about retiring?
A His competitors know how good he is. A He wi[[ give up racing as soon as he wins
B He's finishing first in some races. a championship.
C He has changed his technique. B He plans to make the decision with help
from others.
3 What does Darren say about his tyres this year? C He hopes to be able to keep going into his
A They are diflerent ones from last year. late thirties.
B He has more experience with them.
7 Darren says that racing in hot temperatures
C He stitl doesn't feelsafe on the corners.
A gives him an advantage over other riders.
4 How does Darren feel about his lifestyle on tour? B means he has to adapt his technique.
A He dislikes his accommodation. C affects his bike's performance.
B He enjoys moving around a [ot.
C Being with his family re[axes him.
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