DesmoSport Heads to The Bend for ASBK Finale

The Bend Motorsport Park in South Australia is set to host the seventh and final round of the Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) this weekend as Broc Pearson is joined once more by Troy Herfoss aboard DesmoSport Ducati Panigale V4 R's for the last three races of the 2024 season. With Pearson currently third in the championship, the three races represent crucial opportunities to continue his recent form and gain points on the two riders ahead for a strong close to the 2024 season.

Ben Henry: "It will be great to get to the race track this weekend with both riders back in the box. It's a lot of work, but both guys are motivated to finish the season on a strong note, and for Broc, he really carries the momentum at the moment. He's been consistently strong at a range of tracks and getting stronger at every round, so I can't see why that won't continue this weekend. We tested during our recent All Ducati Day, with a small group of Ducati owner's getting on track with us and found a few areas to work on as we pack the new truck ready to head south. I'm really proud of DesmoSport this season. We decided to back a young rider, and as a team, we've really made strong steps together. Broc is riding the best he ever has, and the bikes are the fastest they've ever been too, we've been able to grow and learn, and I'm really appreciative to all those that have played a part in the team."

Broc Pearson: "It wasn't until after we finished packing after One Raceway that I even realised that we had three races at this weekend instead of two! I really have been taking the season one race weekend at a time, so it was a good surprise to find out there are 25 more points on offer this weekend with a race on Saturday. We've been fast, consistent and trying hard all year, and I think that shows in our results on track. I want to keep that momentum going at The Bend, and I'm motivated to improve on my third position in the championship".

Troy Herfoss: " I’m really looking forward to wrapping up the 2024 season at Tailem Bend with DesmoSport. I’m proud of what our team has accomplished this year and excited to help Broc get the best results he can in the final standings.

For me, this weekend is about enjoying being back in the ASBK paddock. The bike has a lot of potential, and I’m eager to see how much I can get out of our package. Can’t wait to catch up with friends and fans at the track, make sure you drop by and say hello. Let’s make this finale a great one!"

On-Track Schedule (ACDT)

Friday

Free Practice 1: 10:50 am (25 mins)

Free Practice 2: 2:00 pm (25 mins)

Free Practice 3: 4:20 pm (25 mins)

Saturday

Free Practice 4: 10:00 am (20 mins)

Qualifying 1: 12:20 pm (20 mins)

Qualifying 2: 12:55 pm (15 mins) -Top 12 only

Race 1: 3:30 pm (9 Laps)

Sunday

Warm Up: 8:45 am (10 mins)

Race 2: 11:00 am (11 Laps)

Race 3: 2:15 pm (11 Laps)

Follow the on-track action across the weekend via LIVE Timing at www.Computime.com.au 

Watch all the action: Live Stream from Saturday (asbk.com.au) 

Saturday: SBS On Demand 10:20am-5:40pm (ACDT) 

Sunday: SBS Sport from 12:30pm (race 1 replayed)

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2024 Australian Superbike Championship

· Round 1: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, VIC Feb 23-25

· Round 2: Sydney Motorsport Park, NSW Mar 22-23

· Round 3: Queensland Raceway, QLD Apr 26-28

· Round 4: Morgan Park Raceway, QLD Jul 12-14

· Round 5: Phillip Island GP Circuit, VIC Sept 7-8

· Round 6: One Raceway, NSW Oct 4-6

· Round 7: The Bend Motorsports Park, SA Nov 8-10

Broc Pearson #11 Championship Standing: 3rd

Round 1: Phillip Island 6-6-8, 6th Overall

Round 2: SMSP 6-2, 3rd Overall

Round 3: Queensland Raceway 7-9, 8th Overall

Round 4: Morgan Park Raceway 2-2, 2nd Overall

Round 5: Phillip Island 9-1, 2nd Overall

Round 6: One Raceway 1-3, 1st Overall

Troy Herfoss #1 Championship Standing: 15th

Round 1: Phillip Island 3-2-3, 3rd Overall

Round 2: SMSP DNS-DNF

Round 3: Queensland Raceway 4-2, 3rd Overall

Round 4: Morgan Park Raceway Did Not Attend

Round 5: Phillip Island Did Not Attend

Round 6: One Raceway Did Not Attend