Xerox Ducati have today announced they have re-signed their existing riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio for the 2010 World Superbike season, leaving another door closed to James Toseland.

The pair, who are second and third in the world standings respectively, will continue the development work on the 1098R racebike as the season progresses and to mount another serious assault next season.

"I thank Ducati, the team and everyone that was involved in making the decision. I have a great relationship with my team and with Michel, and so I am more than happy to stay here in 2010," said Haga.

"We  don’t yet know how this year will end, but what is certain is that I will continue to do my best, as I do every weekend. Knowing that I have a job for next year will surely spur me on; I will give 200% in Imola this weekend, and then if that’s not enough I’ll redouble my efforts at Magny and Portimao!”