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Toseland: Lorenzo annoys me like hell

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FORMER DOUBLE World Superbike Champion James Toseland has said in a recent interview that former MotoGP rival Jorge Lorenzo 'annoys me like hell'.

Speaking to the Isle of Man Today newspaper, ahead of last weekend's World Superbike test in Portimao, Portugal, the Sterilgarda Yamaha rider spoke openly about his thoughts on MotoGP, his decision to turn down a chance to appear on 'I'm a Celebrity - Get Me Out Of Here' and his desire to record his own album when his bike racing career is over.

"I have written a few songs and I am going to keep on writing behind the scenes. One day I would love to bring out an album.

"The one thing with motorcycling is that you do have a large fan base and that would help sales with a potential album.

"That said, I hope that I will be able to retire from racing and not do anything. I would just like to sing and play the piano for my own satisfaction and enjoyment. Producing and selling an album would be another personal achievement.'

On Fiat Yamaha's Jorge Lorenzo, Toseland said:

"Lorenzo annoys me like hell, as he comes across really arrogant and cocky, but he's a lovely kid. That's why he has angel/devil on him as I can't stand the devil side of him.

"'I dislike arrogance and cockiness in people and he's got that coming out of ears when he's got his helmet on, but once the helmet is off, he's quite a shy, reserved kid and a nice bloke.

The Yorkshireman says he's also been offered the chance to appear on 'I'm a Celebrity...' but turned it down:

'"I have been asked to do it, but I don't have the time. It lasts two or three months and there is no way that I could spend that much time away from my racing commitments.

"I hate creepy crawlies and spiders and when my mum saw the email come through about the offer of me going on the show she said there was no way I could do that: 'You can't even pick a spider up,' she said.

"Actually she's right. I think I could shove the things down my throat to eat, but I doubt I could handle any claustrophobic circumstances or creepy crawlies. It would be a massive challenge for me."

Toseland also admits to having a crush on former X-Factor candidate, Lucy:

"I quite fancied her. She was quite cute. I think I was more disappointed about that (her exit from the show) than anything else."

WTF why is everyone having a moan

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Too bad Toesland doesn't possess a little of Lorenzo's cockiness. Quite frequently
that characteristic is accompanied by ballsey-ness which can be a key ingredienent
in winning races.
 
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Keshav @ Jan 25 2010, 07:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><div class='quotemain'>Too bad Toesland doesn't possess a little of Lorenzo's cockiness. Quite frequently
that characteristic is accompanied by ballsey-ness which can be a key ingredienent
in winning races.

Toseland never tamed the beast the beast tamed him. After he crashed a couple times, especially at Donny, he never showed the same spark. That's what is admirable about Lorenzo.
 
Lorenzo has a complex personality and its no secret. Toeslands comments are fair.
 
Lorenzo's arrogance is what makes him good. If he didnt think he could win races he wouldnt. Toseland was kind of a ..... if u ask me. (compared to other motogp riders)
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Personally I think Lorenzo is a badass the way he crashes and gets back up. I can def say that when Rossi is out of the game I will be backing Lorenzo
 
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Jumkie @ Jan 25 2010, 06:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><div class='quotemain'>Lorenzo has a complex personality and its no secret. Toeslands comments are fair.

thats true.

personally i think that lorenzo has grown a little more....adult in the 2009 season, but generally he still is a quite rude and aggressive guy on the bike...just think of the angry gestures to gibernau! you just dont do that if U got manners....maybe hell need another 2 years or so!

i always try to like him but sometimes he acts a little over the top!

only MO!
 
29 years old and mommy's checkin' yer emails James?? WTF - to bad she won't have the opportunity to hang out with Spies mom in the MotoGP paddock...
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (BEN @ Jan 26 2010, 08:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><div class='quotemain'>Sounds like an interview for just 17!!????
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Maybe James is angling for some "boppers" of his own!!!
 
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (BEN @ Jan 26 2010, 06:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><div class='quotemain'>Sounds like an interview for just 17!!????

DOH!!
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Dude, you nailed it!
 
Lorenzo is DAMN annoying.

BUT

JT should role with his league and voice his "valuable" opinion about those in his own class.
 
How would JT know how Lorenzo was on the track he was always behind him. And cockiness ya right I remember the fairing bashing JT was up to early on...hypocrite.
 

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