I love riding motorcycles and watching guys race them.
The world's best (Moto GP) are racing in Qatar this weekend.
I noticed this:
http://www.speedtv.com/articles/motogp/moto/22957/

Is this guy famous or popular in Australia?

Winning a pole position in only his second race in the top class of Moto GP, and at 20 years old, is quite an accomplishment.

Just curious if folks down under recognize him and his accomplishment.