Chasin' The Racin'

This week on Chasin' the Racin', Dom and Joe have part 2 with John Hopkins. They chat through his lowest moments when suffering with addiction and how he overcame his struggles with an inspiring message to all those struggling. The lads also chat with John through one of the best moments in racing history: the Tommy Hill John Hopkins last lap battle! Plus more! Enjoy - CTR x
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[@pauladhemar1060]

Jesus Hopkins can go on a bit. Loved every second of it. What a great guy.

[@timfarley274]

I started watching races in the early 90's, Lawson, Russell, Fogarty, Rossi, Roberts Jr. on and on. This guys story commands as much respect as any of them to me.

[@melaniepegg8786]

Absolutely engrossed listening to parts 1&2. John is such an interesting, honest character with a fascinating life story. Full credit to Dom and Joe for the way they let the interview flow naturally. Respect to Joe for his openness in discussing the difficulties he also suffered mentally with his injuries and hard times. It's not all champagne and trophies. Great job, thank you 🧡💙

[@MotorbikePod]

Thank you

[@prophet2914]

Part 1 and 2, just bloody brilliant, so glad Hopper did the podcast 👍👏👏

[@andrewmallard2301]

Love the fact that John still pops back to show his face at BSB. Clearly a really competitive racer and knowing the battles he had in BSB, it clearly indicates the level that BSB is at.

[@NodbodRS]

Absolutely loved them 2 from Hopper, love his honesty, hides from nothing. A credit too himself.

[@claytonknight3078]

Yea I wish everyone was as honest as John has been. The heart the guy has is amazing, and I remember how heartbreaking the 2011 BSB season went with the smashed finger and I honestly don't see how anyone could have ridden 100% with that going on. I guess it all comes back to the huge heart! Great job again guys.

[@Cbro-621]

Hopper is a straight up savage! His book is brilliant I loved it! This is my favorite interview with you guys! Thank you. Well done on you’re podium Dom at the TT this year

[@anthonyfairlcough3888]

I've Listened to all your podcasts but still one was top draw rock and roll star.

[@crumblymal8479]

Words fail OMG what a fantasically awesome interview John Hopkins such a star I am without doubt going to buy his book , I don't normally read but in this case I will in whatever form I can find it Found that great race on the Tube from 2011 so bloody close wow . Dom and Joe you guys just did a full on brilliant job superb !!! 👌👍

[@davegreenslade4539]

The audio version is available 😜👍

[@simonbreeze6925]

Thanks again guys, always enjoy Joe's candor and it's obvious he's 'lived the dream. Hoping the project regarding health and well-being gets off the ground. My wife would still help you and Aidan R with it.

[@banditkiddy]

Hopper is an honest, tough little sod. I've listened to his audio book several times and think to myself what the f....... Well done that man !! Respect.

[@keithhogg7228]

Thank you for talking about mental health issues, resultant substance abuse, sobriety and recovery - great episode - keep doing what you are doing.

[@PX_Kev]

Always rooted for Hopper! I was in my mid teens when he came onto the motogp scene! That 11 bsb finale with Tommy still one of the best I’ve seen!

[@bradleyla7167]

Another great listen, Joe and Dom jell so well together with of sensible on topic questions but also getting guests to open up and letting them speak without Interrupting, John is such a humble fella and has serious passion for the sport still to this day Ps Armoy was outstanding even with the rain, Long live road racing 🤙🤙

[@MotorbikePod]

Thank you!

[@Nasha57]

Wow John Hopkins what and inspirational guy regarding issues with mental health top podcast top guest 👍

[@ChumiStu]

How did you take that? ‘Not good’ 😅😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@iainbroughton3186]

An absolutely frank, honest and humbling pod, hat's off to you all ❤

[@christopherfaulks6594]

❤ thought he rode brilliant at brands but never realised how hurt he was what a fighting finish class act thank you for the entertainment

[@MJW59]

Brilliant. So pleased you let John speak, there's not a lot of interviews from him. Great stuff. 🤙

[@garethjackson9563]

Just ordered the book after watching this. Fantastic interview. Keep up the good work guys.

[@88pedro888]

What a cracking Podcast. Hopper is a proper legend.

[@scottdootson3272]

Wow enjoyed this so much. Amazing career for Mr Hopkins! Amazing story, loved every second. Thanks lads

[@nicksidell4797]

Bloody brilliant 👏👏

[@KHIJAPAN]

I always liked John. I always follow what ever he does in motorbike racing!

[@simond5208]

Fantastic. Chrissy would have been proud of that one.

[@MotorbikePod]

Thank you!

[@freemenofengland2880]

Superb interview. Maybe at the end you could have asked John who he thought the up and coming riders were and who to look out for. 👍👍

[@ginaxgstring]

This is in my top 10❤. Absolutely loved that it broached mental health and highlighted that it is in fact a STRENGTH reaching out in talking and NEVER a weakness ❤

[@jimnotbob]

Outstanding

[@AndyCressy]

Listened to this episode on a long drive. Absolutely brilliant. I'm downloading his audio book. Thanks for the great work and for talking about mental health struggles.

[@XNgamer11111]

Fantastic interview this, great work everyone. Hoppers dialect is interesting as well, the only yank i have ever heard use the term 'f***ing fuming' and it sound right 😂

[@rob1k8]

It’s taken a few weeks to watch the whole of both parts but it was worth it Hopper is a legend what a great interview 👏

[@marcolin2682]

the best interview so far...what a character! it made me think that sadly times have changed. Chris would have loved it

[@Haru78]

mega interview! thanks

[@allandavies4564]

Brilliant interview 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@deanhovell177]

What a man proper bloke I could of listened for days!!❤😂😂

[@shaydap]

Hopper is the peoples champion

[@sassy2928]

1:53:36 A very honest account when he was talking about fighting his alcohol demons. He'd be an ideal person to talk to anyone with similar issues. What a life & career though. I hope I meet him at the bikes one day. 🙏

[@alannea617]

That was great to listen to

[@ReclusiveDuck]

_"I was f**king fuming"_ ....what a legend.🤣

[@John-mc3qh]

Great interview, shame about the f word every other , my son absolutely loves this guy but can’t let him listen to this just yet 🤣🤣

[@JamchesterBoozle]

Love the podcast, by the way is this Scott Mills doing the intro 🤣🤣 class

[@MotorbikePod]

Yes it is Scott!

[@user-sk7ct3zp3s]

What a great interview! Joe and Dom couldn't get a word in edgeways 😅

[@gasmanracingone2514]

He says "like" more than Danny Buchan.

[@nicksainsbury696]

Fantastic even though John needs to come up for air once in a while 😂

[@captaintoyota3171]

So sad Hopkins had the skill n speed, just never machine of injury free year to show it. He had some amazing rides on the suzukis that where yrs behind

[@Tony-Buzz]

👌👌👌👏👏👏

[@jasoncollins9640]

Not good :-) f@#king fuming ha ha 😂 .

[@davegreenslade4539]

Not good 😂😂