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Young Casey Stoner, the 21 year old Aussie, currently leading the MotoGP World Championship ahead of the 'Doctor', Valentino Rossi, has come out to ask people to stop comparing him to Mick Doohan and Wayne Gardner. (Mighty Mick - because he probably feels slightly embarrassed to be compared to a legend, and Gardner, because he's crap).

Very commendable. And he does seem like a personable young fella, despite the slight wobbler he threw when remarking that some overtaking moves were a little harsh. I thought at the time he was going to be one of 'those' types. Constantly looking for excuses as to why he didn't perform.

Because in racing, especially two-wheeled, sometimes the only way past is to shove your machine in someone's face, even forcing them out of the way. Think Rossi and Gibernau a few years back (Gibernau cried like a baby too - Rossi laughed).

It's a tough game and nobody's going to hand you a win - you have to take it. If that means getting a bit physical then so be it. It is a man's sport after all.