Team Celtic Racing / Fast By Ferracci Ducati prepares for Daytona 200 New York, NY (March 5, 2010) When the 2011 AMA Pro Road Racing series kicks off in Daytona Beach on March 12, 2011, Team Celtic Racing / Fast By Ferracci will be ready. The team, whose primary rider is New York racer PJ Jacobson, has been putting the final touches on a significantly enhanced racing program for the 2011 racing season. Jacobson will be riding the potent Ducati 848 and concentrating on winning the Daytona Sportbike class. “Things are coming together nicely we are in those last final days when it is crunch time, and you have to put in some late nights” says Barry Gilsenan, the team owner. “Ferracci is finishing up the bikes, our brand new team hauler has just been wrapped and pulled out on Friday. We can’t wait to get things going!” In order to prepare for the Daytona 200, and in addition to the extensive hours on the Dyno that Ferracci is known for, the team has been practicing pit stops. The crew even built a small replica of the Daytona pit lane wall, and in order to simulate the challenges that such a long race presents. “With PJ, I feel that we have a good shot at doing very well, and maybe, you know, we can finally beat that Daytona curse that has always plagued Ducati. The bikes are very good, and with our top lap times at the Daytona tire test, we are feeling very good about our chances” said Eraldo Ferracci, the teams technical director. “Also, you know, this kid PJ is a little under the radar, I think we are gonna surprise a few people”. The teams final preparations will come together when they stop at the Jennings facility on their way south, and for one final shakedown test. In addition to Jacobson, the team will also be fielding veteran racer Brad Graham, a multi time CCS Florida regional champion and experienced competitor. Tune in and watch the race live on Speed TV on Saturday March 12 at 1pm. For more information, including pictures from the parking lot pit stop testing, please visit the team’s website at www.celticracing.com or “like” us on Facebook at Facebook.com/celticracing.