High drama, heavy rain, and huge results at Oulton Park

Moto Rapido go back-to-back as top Superbike team and take the Supersport title fight to the wire.

It was a very soggy start to the weekend at Oulton Park for Round 11 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship. Friday’s action was heavily affected by biblical rain and session delays, but that didn’t stop both riders from finding strong pace early on.

Leon Haslam finished the day quickest overall with a 1:45.245 an impressive effort in such treacherous conditions. Ben Currie also showed great form, topping the combined Supersport times. A small slip-off in the final session brought his day to an early close, but the lads did what they always do and had both bikes ready for Saturday’s running.

Saturday
We set to the grid after a short delay, rolling up to P13. After a disappointing qualifying, Leon was focused, locked in on making up places and proving a point with the pace we knew he had. As the lights went out, he made a great launch, firing into Turn 1 and driving cleanly around the outside of the pack. Before the first lap was even complete, the red flag came out as the rain returned. Back in the garage, it felt like Assen all over again, before Race Direction called for a restart from the original grid, 15 laps, normal start procedure.

When the lights went out again, the rain had reappeared. With most of the field choosing full wets, we took a different route with full inters. Based on radar data and Leon’s feedback from the out-lap, It was the right call. Leon took his time early on, stuck to the narrow dry line, and soon climbed into the top 10. By lap six he was in the lead and setting the pace. A late charge from Brookes closed the gap, and Leon rode smart to bring it home in second, more strong points and another confident call from the team.

Saturday brought more stop-start action thanks to high winds and unpredictable weather, but despite the interruptions, we still got some racing done. Ben’s 10-lap sprint kicked things off, where he crossed the line in fourth. He led the race for half the distance and after a few place changes, just couldn’t quite close the gap to the front three to fight for the podium. Still, a strong performance and a P3 grid start secured for Sunday’s feature race.

Sunday
With Saturday’s madness out the way, we were in store for a calm, perfectly scheduled Sunday… and of course, that was not the case!

Superbikes were first out, but just as they rolled down pit lane, the heavens opened again. Warm-up abandoned, sessions delayed, the chaos continued. Credit to the organisers, they did everything possible to get things back on track, and when the Superbike Sprint finally lined up, the tyre debate was back on. We went with full inters once again, while most of the grid opted for wets or mixed sets. The early laps were sketchy, but Leon soon found his rhythm, setting the fastest lap of the race before a red flag for Hickman’s blown engine halted proceedings. After a lengthy clean-up, the race restarted hours later and was declared dry. Slicks on, Leon launched from P2 and delivered another storming performance, fighting at the front throughout and securing yet another P2 finish.

Then it was Ben’s turn. After hours of waiting, his Supersport race finally got the green light. Initially set for 10 laps, then bumped to 12. He fired off the line from third, straight into the lead and looked in charge until contact from Rhys Irwin at Lodge Corner sent him through the gravel. Somehow, Ben stayed on, rejoined in 13th and fought back to an incredible P6, pure grit and determination.

The final Superbike feature race rounded off a wild weekend. Leon started fifth, hit the front by the end of lap one, and went bar-to-bar with the usual suspects Iddon, Ryde, Ray, and Redding. In one of the most dramatic races of the season. A late false neutral into the final corner cost him a shot at the win, but he still crossed the line in P3, sealing three podiums from three races.

Championship Update
Moto Rapido Racing have now delivered back-to-back highest point-scoring weekends in the Superbike class, a huge testament to the crew’s consistency, precision and teamwork.

Leon strengthens his hold on third in the standings, now 72 points clear of Bridewell and just 71 points behind Brad Ray in second.

In Supersport, Ben’s determination keeps the title fight alive, now just four points behind Rhys Irwin heading into the final round.

Team Manager Ian ‘Hammy’ Darbyshire
“I couldn’t be prouder of the team this weekend. No, we didn’t do the treble and no, we aren’t leading both championships but this is a little team that packs a big punch. It’s easy for people to forget this is our first year working with Leon and we’re still learning session by session. Sometimes as a ‘top team’ you’re expected to win, but in this series nothing comes easy. This weekend the team had a lot thrown at them with bike rebuilds, huge delays, grid changes and all the drama Oulton could throw at us. They all stood tall, kept the concentration to a high and smashed it. Massive thanks as well to our fans and hospitality guests for their patience and understanding on what turned into a very long and unpredictable day.”

Thank You to Our Partners
A huge thank you to our incredible technical partners and sponsors for their continued support. Your commitment and belief in the team make weekends like this possible.

Race Report: Round 9 – Assen TT Circuit, 100 Years of Racing History

Round 9 took us across to Holland as we lined up at the legendary Assen TT Circuit, celebrating its 100th year of racing history. For Bennetts BSB it marked the first round of the Showdown and with everything to play for, the stage couldn’t have been bigger…

Superbike – Leon Haslam
Leon lined up 6th on the grid for Saturday’s opener, and as the lights went out the drama began. With rain spitting just as the riders formed up, the grid descended into tyre choice chaos. We made our call, stuck to it, and Leon launched into Turn 1 in 3rd. By lap two he’d slipped back to 8th, but with his head down he charged back through the field, lapping over a second quicker than the leader for three laps on the bounce.

As Leon hit 2nd and began closing in on the race lead, the red flag came out due to visibility. Behind, Brad Ray had already crashed after pushing too hard, luckily for him it came just a lap before the stoppage, giving him a lifeline to regroup. On the restart Leon again started strong from P2, but the race was red-flagged once more and later declared, handing us a hard-earned P2, our first podium since Snetterton.

Sunday’s 18-lap Race 2 saw Leon start from the front row in P2. A frantic opening lap saw six riders side by side down the back straight, and Leon shuffled back as far as 8th. With his visor clear and focus absolute, he fought his way back through, reaching 4th by lap 10 and closing fast on Skinner ahead. Just as the podium push looked set, a huge moment on the white paint cost him time and while he saved it brilliantly, it opened the door for Bridewell. Leon eventually crossed the line 5th and crucially earned another P2 grid slot for the final feature race.

The final race of the weekend; a 14-lap belter saw Leon line up 2nd on the grid, a great place to attack from. As the bikes rolled out the rain started to spit again, but not enough to change tyre plans. Leon shook hands with the team, visor down and it was all eyes on him.

Lights out, he made an ok start and settled into 3rd through Turn 1. Straight away he looked sharp, racier than ever, and part of a fierce early battle with Ryde and Iddon as positions swapped lap after lap. Just as the fight was heating up, the rain worsened and the red flag came out.

On the restart, the track had dried again and it was back to business. Ryde led the way with Leon immediately in the mix, battling with the front group as Iddon crashed out on lap one. Leon pushed forward into second, and from there the leading pack began to break clear, Ryde, Redding, Bridewell and Leon all locked together.

As the laps ticked away, it was clear Leon had his sights set on the win. He hit the front on the final lap, leading Redding and Ryde into Turn 1, but the battle was far from done. Redding struck back, Leon fought tooth and nail to respond, and the three of them crossed the line almost as one.

In the end, it was Redding who took the win, with Leon bringing our Ducati home in P2 after an all-out scrap to the flag. A proper race, a proper fight, and another podium to close out Assen in style.

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Supersport – Ben Currie
In Supersport, Ben started the sprint race from P6. True to form, he pulled off the trademark Currie start, firing into Turn 1 in 3rd. He looked set to settle in, but the usual Supersport elbows-out racing soon erupted. With riders running each other wide and swapping paint, Ben was caught in the shuffle and crossed the line 7th. A 1:39.312 lap secured him 7th on the grid for Sunday’s feature race.

The 16-lap feature race had six to eight riders all in with a real chance of victory. From 7th, Ben made a blistering start, grabbing the holeshot and stunning the garage with his launch. For the opening laps he controlled the pace, looking every bit a race winner. Sadly, visor issues hit mid-race and hampered his progress, dropping him to 6th at the flag – frustratingly one place behind our key championship rival.

Weekend Round-Up
In Superbike, we ended the weekend as the highest-scoring team. While the red flags left us feeling hard done by – knowing the top step was within reach – that’s racing. We leave Assen 3rd in the championship, 80 points behind Brad in 2nd, with everything still to fight for.

For Ben, it was a tough weekend where he felt a lot was thrown his way. We didn’t manage to fully capitalise on Rhys also missing the podium fight, but it’s far from over. Ben sits just 11 points adrift in the championship hunt, and with two rounds still to go, the fight continues.

Race Report: Round 8 - Donington Park

A return to Donington Park saw Round 8 mark the start of the back end of the season. After a positive Cadwell Park in both team performance and championship standings, we arrived knowing every opportunity needed to be taken.

Friday – Building a Base

First time here last year saw Ben take a clean sweep: topping every session, breaking the lap record, and completing the perfect hat-trick with a double race win and pole position. Living up to that was always going to be tough – but the ultimate aim was simple: finish ahead of Rhys Irwin and continue chipping into the championship lead.

Friday was a day of set-up and searching for the pace we knew was there. Leon showed promise straight away, but wanted a different sensation from the Panigale V4 R. We worked through the programme but couldn’t quite unlock extra speed. By the end of the day, Leon was 7th combined with a 1:27.929 – just 0.475s off the top.

Ben had a similar day: solid, but wanting more. The opening session was positive and felt like a good building block, but as has been the case at previous rounds, the raw pace wasn’t quite there yet. He ended Friday 6th combined with a best lap of 1:31.254, just 0.253s adrift.

Saturday – Qualifying & Sprints

Qualifying saw Superbikes run a 20-minute open session instead of the usual Q1/Q2 format. Leon put in a strong showing to secure 6th with a 1:27.488, just 0.707s away. Ben’s qualifying proved tougher, with traffic costing him two flying laps late on. He settled for P7 with a 1:30.653, -0.451s off.

In the Supersport sprint, Ben launched brilliantly from 7th on the grid and quickly made ground. Staying calm while the front five scrapped, he struck decisively, moving into 3rd at the Esses and then diving under Kennedy for 2nd. Lining up Irwin for the lead, he simply ran out of laps and had to settle for a classy P2 finish.

Leon’s opening 12-lap Superbike race was one of both promise and frustration. After losing a place off the start, he regrouped and showed real strength through sector two, but the final corners limited his ability to attack. Despite pushing hard, Leon crossed the line 8th, booking 9th on the grid for Race 2.

Sunday – Race Day

Superbike Race 2
Starting from 9th, Leon fought through early battles to settle into 10th, then began to build pace. Closing on Bridewell, he struck late to take 7th, with data showing he was among the fastest riders on track in the closing laps.

Superbike Race 3
A tough start dropped Leon to 12th, but after the safety car period he regrouped. Once past Cook, he closed a two-second gap to Bridewell and passed him on the last lap for 6th. Another sign of growing pace and progress heading into the final race.

Supersport Feature Race
Ben started 3rd and made a rocket launch into the lead, controlling the early laps. Kennedy struck earlier than expected, and chaos unfolded as the lead became a seven-bike scrap. Contact with McManus unsettled Ben and allowed the leaders to edge away, though he fought hard to stay in the mix. Eugene McManus challenged late, and while Ben retook him once, the second move stuck, leaving Ben 5th at the flag. Disappointed, but still crucial points in the championship chase.

Superbike Race 4
The final race of four was Leon’s best of the weekend. From 5th on the grid he slotted into 6th before quickly moving into 4th and latching onto the lead group. After the safety car, he pounced on Brad Ray into Redgate, but Scott Redding was looming. The pair ran nose-to-tail for the closing laps, with Leon holding his line. On the final lap, Redding lunged into Melbourne with a block pass. Leon tried to cut back but Scott ran deep, leaving no way through. Leon crossed the line 4th – his strongest finish of the weekend and further proof of the steps made with the Panigale V4 R.

Championship Picture

It was a weekend of highs and hard graft at Donington Park. Ben’s podium on Saturday and fighting ride to 5th in Sunday’s Feature Race mean he now sits 2nd in the Supersport Championship, just 3 points adrift of Rhys Irwin with everything to play for.

For Leon, steady progress across four tough Superbike races delivered 8th, 7th, 6th and a strong 4th in the finale – results that keep him right in the mix. He leaves Donington 4th in the standings, only 4 points behind Rory Skinner in 3rd.

With momentum and motivation, the team now looks ahead to Assen in 12 days’ time.

Team Manager – Ian “Hammy” Darbyshire
“Donington was a real graft of a weekend. Leon kept building and by that last race he showed just how much progress we’ve made with the V4 R – he was properly in the fight with the front three. Ben had another action-packed set of races and even on a tricky day, he leaves just three points off the lead. That tells you how strong he is this year. Both sides of the garage are working flat-out, and we’ll roll into Assen knowing we’re right in the thick of two championship battles. A massive thank you to every sponsor and partner who helps us get on track we couldn’t do it without you.”

From Crashes to Comebacks – Moto Rapido Battle Through at Cadwell

Bank Holiday Chaos, Air-time, Bar Banging and a sellout crowd! Cadwell once again delivered a weekend like no other!

Friday evening’s 2.5-hour Superbike test saw Leon complete 28 laps, topping the session with a 1:25.909 and setting the tone.

With the Bank Holiday format shifting the schedule forward, Saturday brought official practice. Ben finished P3, just 0.275s from Rhys Irwin, and Leon P6 at 0.322s off. A good platform, but both garages felt there was more to come.

Sunday qualifying highlighted the highs and lows of racing. Ben delivered his quickest ever Cadwell lap with a 1:28.422 to secure fourth, while Leon’s Superpole ended in a crash on the end of his flying lap. It meant a rebuilt bike and a 15th place race start.

Ben fought hard in Race 1, climbing to third before slipping to fourth after pressure from Joe Talbot. A solid result but frustratingly close to the podium. Leon carved through from 15th, regrouped after a mistake and crossed the line eighth. Valuable points and a move up in the standings, though we knew there was more pace in the package.

Monday began with a clear, fresh mind with some of the crew watching the sunrise on a 6am track walk. With a sellout crowd packing every inch of grass banking, the stage was set for the big one. Leon launched strongly from eighth in the 12-lap sprint, making quick progress through the pack. By lap four the front group had already broken away, but Leon clawed his way up to fourth by the flag. His pace showed he had the speed to run with the leaders — only misfortune earlier in the weekend had cost him the grid slot to do so. Still, fourth felt like a breakthrough  and he bagged fifth on the grid for the Feature Race.

Ben’s Supersport Feature followed and the priority was simple: don’t drop points to his closest championship rivals. A trademark lightning start saw him rocket into Coppice second, then outbrake Stapleford into Park to hit the front. For lap after lap he controlled the race, leaving those behind to scrap amongst themselves. Eventually, Joe Talbot and Harry Truelove came calling. Joe muscled into second and set his sights on Ben. On the penultimate lap, Talbot’s move forced Ben into a mistake, dropping him to third at the flag. It was a tough pill to swallow after leading so long, but still an improvement on Saturday and crucially, he didn’t lose ground to his title rivals.

The final act was the 18-lap Superbike Feature — Cadwell’s headline “Party in the Park” showcase. Leon launched cleanly from row two and settled into the fight, looking strong in the early laps. But a mistake mid-race dropped him back, forcing a recovery ride. Regrouping into the 1:26s, he clawed back to scrap with Scott Redding in the closing stages, ultimately taking seventh. Not the points we wanted given our pace, but again, no damage in the championship fight to our closest rivals but it was a missed opportunity to gain on Kyle and Brad.

We left Lincolnshire with mixed feelings: Ben retained his championship lead and gained a couple of points over Rhys Irwin, while Leon climbed two places in the Superbike standings into third. But both riders knew more was possible and that leaves extra motivation with just 10 days until Donington Park.

Team Manager Ian ‘Hammy’ Darbyshire:
“Ben leaves Cadwell still on top, but he’ll go to Donington with high expectations, after our perfect weekend there on our first visit. He’s been working tirelessly on himself this year, even outside of race weekends, so me and Wilf expect him to turn up switched on and ready to get the result him and the team deserve. Leon’s first visit to Donington was plagued with brake issues on what was still a new bike to him then, but now is a different story. We all have big expectations for his home round. People may be bored of me saying it, but this team is nothing short of epic. We’ve got the strongest set of individuals in the paddock and that’s why tough times look like speed bumps, not mountains. Wilf leads from the front with a solutions mindset and that ripples through everyone. I’m proud to stand back to back with every single one of them.”

Home Round Heroics at Thruxton – A Weekend of Drama, Determination, and Championship Shifts

Moto Rapido Racing returned to their home county of Hampshire for Round 6 at the legendary Thruxton Race Circuit. One of the fastest tracks in Europe and a venue that levels the playing field like no other. With no testing or track days allowed in the build-up, the weekend was always going to be a mental and physical challenge for riders and crew alike.

Thursday’s preparations were a complex, number-crunching exercise. Thruxton is notorious for throwing up contradictory feedback and the team’s garage felt like a game of high-speed charades as riders’ words, body language and data didn’t always align.

Supersport – Ben Currie sets the tone
Ben and his crew hit the ground running, finding a good feeling straight out of the traps… something rare at Thruxton! The first session was quick and confidence inspiring. In the second session though, despite the bike feeling equally strong, the lap times didn’t match up. Crew Chief Les worked closely with Wilf to analyse every detail before qualifying. When pit lane opened, Currie rolled out with conviction. Lap by lap, the pace returned and his final time of 1:16.831 put him an impressive second on the grid, just 0.308s off pole setting up a genuine shot at the podium.

Superbike – Leon Haslam battles through
Leon entered Q1 after a calculated tyre choice in combined practice, aiming for more time on the soft compound race tyre. He delivered with a 1:15.240 to progress into Q2, where a fresh tyre and near-perfect execution put him third on the grid for Race 1’s 20-lap battle.

Saturday Sprint – Mixed fortunes
First up, Currie’s 12-lap Supersport sprint was a more settled affair than anticipated, with Irwin taking the win ahead of McManus, and Ben securing a solid P3. While happy with the podium, the team were frustrated at losing ground to Irwin in the championship.

Haslam’s race was anything but calm. A slow launch dropped him to seventh in a chaotic midfield, with bar-banging battles and strategic lunges defining the early laps. Haslam fought his way up to fourth before being forced wide at the final chicane. A two-second penalty for not loosing a second in the last sector dropped him from P5 on the road to P9 in the results, costing vital championship points. We did however show light on the long-held belief that Ducatis don’t work here might be a thing of the past.

Sunday – High drama and high rewards

Superbike Race 2 (12 laps)
From P4, Haslam launched well, but an early red flag saw the field return to pit lane. A restart on fresh tyres didn’t bring the comfort Leon needed and he rode a measured race to secure P8 – and a P6 grid slot for the feature race.

Supersport Race 2 – A red flag triple drama
Currie’s second race was a masterclass in staying cool under pressure. Starting P3, he quickly slotted into second before a huge crash for Irwin brought out the red flag. After a long delay and tyre changes, the race restarted – only for another multi-bike incident to halt proceedings again.On the third attempt, Currie rocketed from second into the lead and controlled the pace at the front. In one of the wildest races of the season, a final red flag brought proceedings to an end – declaring Ben the winner and banking maximum points.

Superbike Feature Race (20 laps)
Haslam started from sixth, a strong position on such a volatile grid. In a constantly changing order with the eventual race winner as far back as P11 at one stage Leon clawed his way through aggressive midfield fights, running as high as fourth before a big moment dropped him to tenth. Digging deep, he salvaged P6 at the flag, adding valuable points despite feeling there was more potential in the package.

Championship shake-up
The weekend closed with mixed emotions. Proud of the points haul, but conscious that opportunities for more had been missed. Ben Currie now leads the Supersport standings, nine points clear of Irwin, with Kennedy 39 points back and Stapleford 46 adrift. In Superbikes, Leon Haslam sits fifth, 97 points off Brad Ray.

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Team Manager Ian ‘Hammy’ Darbyshire said: “To be honest, we’re already looking forward to Cadwell Park and have our prep plans set. Thruxton is always one of the toughest circuits to get the bike right for and we scored far more points here than last year, so we can’t be too negative. We remain constructive with our reflections and know how important some big results will be from now on.

We’ve had a mixed relationship with Cadwell over the years, but as we proved this weekend, we’re capable of putting this bike in a good place to maximise the points on offer. Less than two weeks and we’re back at it – with the famous Friday night test, the possibility of a fan-favourite Superpole and a proper party in the park… we cant wait to see you all there”

Currie delivers double victory as Haslam digs deep in a testing Brands Hatch weekend for Moto Rapido Racing Ducati

Moto Rapido Racing returned to one of the calendar’s most iconic events as the Bennetts British Superbike Championship rolled into Brands Hatch for Round 5. With grandstands packed and summer sunshine overhead, the scene was set for a fan-favourite weekend, one that promised plenty of drama, unpredictability and high expectations.

The team arrived confident, knowing this is historically a strong circuit for both machinery and riders. But as the weekend unfolded, fortunes split down the middle: Ben Currie delivered two brilliant Supersport rides, while Leon Haslam and the Superbike squad battled hard through setbacks to secure vital championship points.

THURSDAY – RETURN TO A SPECIAL PLACE

Thursday saw the team return to what many consider one of the biggest rounds of the year. Brands Hatch always delivers on energy, noise and unpredictability. A fans’favourite and a calendar highlight, the team knew a thriller was likely.

FRIDAY – PROMISING PACE ACROSS THE GARAGE 

Friday brought a sense of calm focus. The weather was beautiful and both sides of the garage got to work smoothly.

Ben Currie hit the ground running in Supersport, showing strong early form and ending the day second fastest overall just 0.462s off the top, with the bike feeling sharp and balanced.

Leon Haslam had a similarly strong day in Superbike, posting P4 in both Free Practice sessions and only 0.347s off the pace. It was a consistent, no-drama day and a good platform to build on.

“We’ve started well and the feeling on the bike is good,” said Haslam. “Brands is a track I love and we’ve been able to get into a rhythm straight away.”

“Straightforward day for us,” added Currie. “The bike felt strong from the first lap and we’ve got a solid base to build from.”

SATURDAY – BIG MOMENTS, MIXED RESULTS

Saturday brought Q2 appearances for both riders and two races a 10-lap Supersport sprint and a 20-lap Superbike race. The day started warm and buzzing with potential.

Qualifying

Ben finally had a clean session no issues on track, no flags but just couldn’t quite break through his laptime barrier. He qualified P4, 1.012s off pole-sitter Irwin. The bike was singing, but the breakthrough lap just didn’t come.
Leon’s Superbike qualifying was disrupted by a red flag triggered by debris from Kyle Ryde’s bike. With less than two minutes left, Leon had only time for an out-lap and a single flyer managing P8 in hugely frustrating circumstances.

Ben Currie’s sprint race continued the dramatic theme of the 2025 season. Moments before the riders headed to the grid, rain began to fall – just enough to trigger debate but not enough to make the decision easy. After the out-lap, Ben confirmed he wanted full wets, confident that a 10-lap dash would suit the choice. From the lights, Ben launched into second by Turn 1 and quickly took control, breaking away with Jack Kennedy. The pair traded blows until lap 5 when Jack pushed too hard into Druids and lost the front. With Talbot charging through the field from P11, the closing laps saw a fierce duel for victory. Ben remained composed, hit his marks, and forced Talbot to overextend. He crossed the line as a worthy winner, a return to form and a confidence booster heading into Sunday’s Feature Race. “That’s more like it,” said Ben. “The bike was perfect, the team nailed the call, and I just stuck to my plan. That one felt good.”

In stark contrast, Race 1 for Leon was a bitter pill to swallow. After forming up on the grid without issue, a technical fault developed as he set off on the formation lap, forcing him to return to pit lane. Although he rejoined from pit exit once the race was underway, it was clear the issue remained. He completed the distance to register a lap time for grid positioning, meaning he would line up 12th for Sunday’s second race. A disappointing end to a day that had started with promise.
“It’s gutting, to be honest,” Leon commented. “It was a small issue with a big consequence. We’ll regroup tonight and come back stronger tomorrow.”

SUNDAY – DOUBLE DELIGHT FOR CURRIE, DAMAGE LIMITATION FOR HASLAM

Superbike Sprint Race
Leon began the 12-lap dash from 12th. A steady start made early progress difficult, but he worked his way into P7 before grip and confidence again became limiting factors. He crossed the line in P9, meaning a P10 start for the Feature Race.

Supersport Feature Race
Another light shower another tough call. After forming up on wets, the team again made a bold late decision: full inters. It was the right move.

Ben shot from P8 to P3 before Turn 1, picked off TJ Toms for the lead by lap 4, and then managed the race perfectly. Talbot challenged early on, but the inters came into their own mid-race and Ben pulled away setting the fastest lap on lap 14 and cruising through traffic to take his second win of the weekend. Celebrations were wild in Parc Fermé, with Ben swim-dancing on the bike and the team doing the same trackside.

“We rolled the dice and it paid off,” he said. “Class from the whole team. That was mint.”

Superbike Feature Race

Leon’s final race of the weekend was dry but filled with drama major crashes, a safety car, and aggressive front-group racing. From P10, he worked into a second group scrap. The safety car bunched the field, but once racing resumed it was clear the grip and confidence just weren’t there. Leon brought the bike home in 7th a tough but crucial points finish.

CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS 

Ben’s double win catapulted him from P4 to 2nd in the Supersport standings now just 11 points behind Irwin.

Leon remains 4th in the Superbike championship but lost ground to closest rival Rory Skinner, now 12 points adrift of the final Showdown position.

TEAM MANAGER IAN ‘HAMMY’ DARBYSHIRE

“It’s really tough for a team like ours when one side is on cloud nine and the other is sat looking at every area of the weekend. We have to be realistic and understand where we need to improve in Superbike that’s the main reason we go racing. But I’m super proud of Ben’s results and how the whole crew operated this weekend. Thruxton is up next. It’s our home round, but not always a kind one. We’ll strip the bikes, reset and make a plan. I’ve got full confidence in Wilf and the lads to come back stronger.”