Alstare Suzuki team boss Francis Batta has today stated that if he cannot continue to race in World Superbikes with the factory's official backing he would rather not race at all.
The statement comes after intense speculation in the paddock he may have been trying to wrestle the works Kawasaki team away from Paul Bird's outfit who haven't enjoyed the best of success.
It reads:
Francis Batta and Alstare have been involved with Suzuki for the best part of thirteen years and this tremendous relationship has given the everybody an immense amount of satisfaction.
The strong relationship was forged right from the very beginning and has grown throughout the years and is one that Francis values very highly. Francis has been a loyal supporter of Suzuki and it is for this reason that he would like to continue with them alone in the future.
If Suzuki decide not to take part in the World Superbike Championship next year, Francis will also stop rather than continue with another manufacturer.
