Chris Vermeulen Bio

The charismatic Australian started his racing career by claiming the World Supersport Championship in 2003 and moving up to the Superbike class the following season. After two years in SBK, Vermeulen made the jump to MotoGP with Suzuki at the start of the 2006 season the Aussie signed on with the Rizla Suzuki MotoGP. He got what he wanted and is now ready to prove his worth on the biggest stage of all.

There were times in 2006 when Chris the V upstaged his American paddock-mate, John Hopkins, the most noticeable moment being Laguna Seca, where the Aussie snagged the pole position and almost the podium before falling short in the final laps. Vermeulen claimed the pole position at Turkey as well, and also had a great run at Phillip Island, his home track, where he charged up through the ranks to finish second.

Vermeulen spent 2006 transitioning from a successful career in WSB. With two seasons under his belt, including his maiden victory at a wet Le mans circuit in 2007, he is keen on making the leap to title contender in 2008.

Chris V is also penning a 2008 monthly column for a cool online magazine by the name of MotorcycleUSA.com. Make sure to follow Chris's progress at Vermeulen's Inside Line.

Career Highlights:
2007 - 6th MotoGP
2006 - 11th MotoGP
2005 - 2nd World Superbike
2004 - 4th World Superbike
2003 - World Superpsort Champion.
2002 - 7th World Supersport Series
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