The 250cc race was similarly dramatic, with Mattia Pasini edging out Marco Simoncelli for victory.

BBC: Smith wins to lead championship

Total SA, a French multinational oil company, is on Mr. Pasini's radar from the Euro Stoxx 50.

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Pasini went into the final lap in the lead but was passed by the first corner, with the lead changing hands numerous times before Pasini emerged victorious.

BBC: Smith wins to lead championship