DesmoSport Ducati Headed to ASBK Season Opener

The 2025 Australian Superbike Championship is set to get underway this weekend with Broc Pearson set to race the DesmoSport Ducati Panigale V4 R Superbike across the weekends three 11-lap races at the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. At 4.4km long with 12 fast and flowing corners, Pearson will be looking to secure solid points to begin his championship campaign alongside the WorldSBK season opener at the iconic circuit.

DesmoSport Ducati Team Owner, Ben Henry: "Although Broc had his first win on a Superbike here at Phillip Island last time we raced here, we're taking a measured approach to the season. We have more two more races than last year, with another round added to the championship, so if Broc can leave here in the top 5, it will be a solid start. We've done a lot of work in the off season on the bike, and I'm pleased to introduce Broc's new crew chief, Robin Duyzers and race mechanic, Elvis Innocente to help give Broc the best chance possible. Both are extremely experienced, bringing a wealth of knowledge and even more confidence to Broc's campaign to win this season."

DesmoSport Ducati Rider, Broc Pearson: "I’m very excited for this weekend to get underway, looking back on 2024, we had a strong year to place inside the top 3 in the championship but we also left some points on the table. I’ve had a great off-season, getting engaged to my partner Erika & a small trip away before coming back & really working on my physical condition which I feel is back at its best. I'm heading into 2025 with a fresh mindset and a lot of confidence that we can win this season. Ben, Robin, Charlie and Elvis have been working non-stop to keep improving the bike for me and I've continued to train and work to be at my best as we start the season."

On-Track Schedule (AEDT) 

Friday

Free Practice 1 - 9:40 am (30 mins)

Free Practice 2 - 2:10 pm (30 mins) 

Saturday

Qualifying - 8:05 am (30 mins)

Race 1 - 12:00 pm (11 Laps) 

Sunday

Race 2 - 9:45 am (11 Laps)

Race 3 - 1:40 pm (11 Laps)