Tommy Bridewell and the Superbike Advocates staff had been late additions to the 2026 WorldSBK grid, however the British-Australian pair have been on a roll currently, ending fifth at Aragon and doing the identical at Donington.
Donington is a circuit the place Bridewell has gained immense expertise since his time at BSB, so this end result is a bit more significant than at Aragon as it’s his residence spherical.
Tommy Bridewell, 2026 British World SBK. Credit score: Gold and Goose.
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“It is particular for positive,” Tommy Bridewell stated after race one.
“It is a little bit unusual. I’ve raced right here all my profession and I do not know why, however now I am a World Superbike rider and we’re completely a World Superbike staff, so it feels particular to be right here.”
“I perceive now greater than ever why there’s a little bit of a hype when you find yourself at residence. Being Italian and being in Misano is particular.
“Final week I used to be at World Ducati Week and the ambiance with guys like Pecco[Francesco Bagnaia]made the hairs develop on my arms. I adore it and that is the way it needs to be.”
“So for me, being right here at Donington, the place I’ve raced all my profession, feels much more particular now.
Tommy Bridewell, 2026 British World SBK. Credit score: Tony Goldsmith.
“To be sincere, I felt higher right here than in Aragon. Should you take a look at all of the stats, that is the closest hole to the highest and 14 seconds from the 2 guys who’re fairly far forward of everybody. A podium place is in sight. To be sincere, I did not anticipate these phrases to come back out of my mouth at World Superbike.”
Bridewell’s efficiency comes at a vital time, with staff proprietor Lee Cooley taking to the observe for the primary time this 12 months and Bridewell attempting to persuade the Australian that the No. 46 automotive must also experience the Superbike Advocate Ducati at WorldSBK 2027.
“He (Khouri) got here to World Ducati Week and was shocked by what was happening,” Bridewell stated.
“Clearly he noticed the staff for the primary time and wasn’t in full race weekend situation.
“So for him to come back right here and see that is his staff, that is his infrastructure, that is what we do, he’s like an avid fan and he’s such a pleasant man.
“So for me to have the ability to get such a powerful end result when he, his household, his youngsters and all his associates are right here… Sure, it places extra strain on me. However to be sincere, I could not have requested for higher timing. It is signing time, you already know. It is all the time nice to have the ability to carry out in entrance of the supervisor.”
