Brands beckons for title contender Glenn Irwin

The 2024 Bennetts British Superbike Championship comes to its dramatic conclusion this weekend with the final round at Brands Hatch whereby Hager PBM Ducati rider Glenn Irwin is still in with a shout of the title.

The Ulsterman, who has finished runner-up for the past two seasons, currently holds third place in the standings and is one of just three riders who can claim the crown. Glenn is 46 points behind the leader, Kyle Ryde with defending champion Tommy Bridewell just four points behind in second, but with three races, each scoring 35 points for a win, then Glenn is most definitely still in the running.

However, the omens are good for the 34-year-old from Carrickfergus as he has won four of the last six races to be held at the October meeting at the Kent track, so if he can match that sort of performance, he will be well in with a shout of his first title and a remarkable tenth crown for the PBM team, who are the reigning champions.

Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati #2)
“It’s great to be heading to Brands Hatch for the final round, the forecast looks good and being from Northern Ireland, I enjoy the autumnal feel which the the last round always brings! We know there’s a lot at stake this weekend and although I’m in a different position than I was last year, I still am relishing the pressure. If we can get a couple of wins to start the weekend and outscore our rivals, then we can take it to the final race and anything can happen. We have to make sure we are in the fight and to take advantage of any slip up by Kyle or Tommy and I feel that both rider and team are capable of that.

Going into this final round, I’d like to thank everyone at BSB, the marshals, the medics, our sponsors and all the fans, and of course, the Hager PBM Ducati team. It’s been a blast and if we can get a bit of luck, then the title is possible, but either way, to finish where we end up will be a remarkable achievement.”   

Jordan Bird, Joint Team Owner
“The final round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship 2024 is here and what a first year we have had. To be in with a shout of the title is full credit to the team and Glenn as they have worked tirelessly all year. We are all looking forward to this weekend and anything can happen! Whatever the outcome, this year has been something to be proud of. The first year without our dad was always going to be a challenge but I know he would be so proud of our achievements. Glenn is in the form of his life and we look forward to seeing him round out 2024 in fine PBM style. I’d like to take this chance to thank each and every person who has made this year possible. Our partners, our family, friends and, of course, our supporters. Let’s put on a show for the final time this year, see you all trackside.”