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17 May 2008
KAWASAKI MEET SNIFFLES THE SNAKE
Dinner last evening in the Kawasaki hospitality unit was certainly made a little more exciting by the arrival of a very special guest, Anthony West's pet snake, Sniffles.
Sniffles has made the journey from Ant's home in Belgium to partner the 26-year-old in his racing activities at Le Mans this weekend. Although some of the Kawasaki crew were quite taken with the Kingsnake, many, including John Hopkins, were not so keen.
John's wife Ashleigh and Marketing Coordinator Maria Serrat were quick to try their hand at 'snake charming' Ant's slithering friend, who is housed in a small cage in the Aussie's motorhome during the race weekend.
Ashleigh said: "He is so cool, I don't think anyone else in the paddock has a pet like Sniffles. I really like him, he is cute in a snakey kind of way, but I don't think John is very impressed – he'd much prefer something more conventional like a dog."
Sniffles has resided with Anthony for around a year, and has reappeared recently following a three-month disappearance in the apartment that Ant and his PA Ben Skepper shared in Austria.
The metre long snake has taken his place as Ant's new travel companion following the sad death of former partner, Ninja the Iguana.
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17 May 2008
RACE ACES HEAD TO BEST WAY KAWASAKI
During their stay at Le Mans for the fifth round of the MotoGP championship, Kawasaki racers John Hopkins and Anthony West visited local French dealer 'Best Way Kawasaki' for an autograph session.
The Kawasaki Racing Team feel it's important to support such events, as ultimately it's the fans that make it possible for the team to race. 'Best Way' Kawasaki is located just outside of the Le Mans circuit, making it an ideal opportunity for the racing duo to meet with supporters of the manufacturer.
The two MotoGP pilots took time out of their busy race weekend schedule to attend the dealership, signing items and answering questions for local Kawasaki fans and customers.
A lotto draw took place, in which John and Anthony picked three winners. First prize for one lucky fan was a pair of tickets for this weekend's race. The two runner-up prizes were photo opportunities with the MotoGP stars.
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I wonder if they will do something like that here this year??
I hope Ant leaves that snake at home though :eek:
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So Edwards tenure in MotoGP just goes on and on and on now that it looks as though hes getting Wests gig. Whatever will there be to talk about when hes gone ?!
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I think Westy will score a WSS or WSBK gig next year. He has already proven that he can win over there, but, just can't make the Motogp machine work. He is one of many that have struggled with the 800cc bike, Melandri, Elias, Guintoli, de Angelis are all struggling, so he is in good company.
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Westy 3rd @ Mugello FP1 :D :D swear it wasn't damp ... ;)
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On another forum I visit we are trying to come up with a nick name for Ant.. :s mokin:
Something with a bit of ommph to spur him on..
You know like ..The Doctor, The Kentucky Kid, Texas Tornado......
Suggestions welcome....
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The Green Ant was being thrown around last year.. But i fear something along the lines of James Ellison II or The Backmarker might come about after the season he's having so far :s :(
