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Results – 2024 ASBk Round 2 – SA Braves The Sydney Motorsport Park Storm

Filed Under: ASBK, News

In the challenging wet conditions last Friday and Saturday, our SA riders put up some great competition against Australia’s road racing finest, all under the lights for round 2 of the 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul Australia at Sydney Motorsport Park. With a stack of top 10 finishes and even a podium, it’s safe to say our team showed outstanding resilience to bring about great results. Below is a breakdown of the weekend’s results; let’s take a quick look at just some of the weekend’s moments from our SA crew that shaped ASBK round 2 – 

Making his Alpinestars Superbike Debut for 2024, Ty Lynch got to work getting his head around the new machinery. Starting with race 1 in 17th place, he improved his results further, finishing 15th and 13th in his second and third races, respectively. We’re predicting some top 10 results in the not-too-distant future for him.

Ty Lynch #85 putting the new machine through its paces. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Continuing his 2024 Superbike journey, Michael Kemp added his name to the list of unforeseen events during the weekend when, during the sighting lap of race 2, he shot off the track at turn 2 in the dark with no brakes at full speed. With a silver lining to the horrible situation, both he and the bike came out of the incident unscathed. In an unforeseen twist, the race start was red-flagged due to the track conditions and the weather, giving Michael the perfect window to switch bikes and join back in the action on the restart. In the end, he improved from his race 1 19th place finish to take 17th in race 2.

Michael Kemp #64 going toe to toe with Victorias, Timothy Large #74. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Olly Simpson had a challenging start to his weekend with an unfortunate crash in his opening SS600 race, but showing absolute determination and resilience, he turned that around and came back with a 7th place finish for race 2, maintaining his 4th place Championship spot.

Olly Simpson #45 on the hunt. Image by Tayco Creative.

Joining the top 10 contenders to avoid the SS300 class mishaps, Mitch Simpson started with a 5th place finish in race 1, then backed it up by jumping onto the 3rd place step of the podium for race 2, rounding out the weekend with an 8th place finish in race 3 – a pretty solid outing!

Mitch Simpson #66 all smiles with the big number 3. Image by Tayco Creative.

Jordy Simpson was well in the middle of the SS300 battles, building on his strong top 10 qualifying times to then add a 9th and 5th across the first 2 races, finally finishing in 4th place for his final race, just missing the podium by 0.019 seconds.

Jordy Simpson #33 ready for everything Sydney can throw at him. Image by Tayco Creative.

Joining the ASBK SS300 debutantes for 2024, Nicholas Yfantidis kicked off his first race with a 20th place finish but fought through the competition to take 16th place in race 2, then edged even closer to the top 10 with a 13th place finish, just 0.203 seconds behind 12th.

Nicholas Yfantidis #19 with fellow South Aussie Ryder Gilbert #72 in the chase. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Stay tuned with our SA crew’s first-hand 2024 experiences from round 1 by following their social media channels.

Unitech Racing Team –https://www.facebook.com/ArthurSissis61RacingTeam

Arthur Sissis – https://www.facebook.com/arthursissis61

Declan Carberry – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057635011292

Michael Kemp – https://www.facebook.com/michaelkempracing

Ty Lynch – https://www.facebook.com/TyraLynchRacing 

Olly Simpson – https://www.facebook.com/ollysimpsonracing

Cooper Rowntree –  https://www.facebook.com/CooperRowntree57

Ryder Gilbert – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089634796268

Georgia Stephens  – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082959693425

Jordy Simpson  – https://www.instagram.com/jordy_simpson33/

Nicholas Yfantidis – https://www.instagram.com/nick.yfantidis/

Mitch Simpson – https://www.instagram.com/simpson_mitchello/

Get all the ASBK action –

WEBSITE;             https://www.asbk.com.au/

SOCIALS;              https://www.facebook.com/asbksuperbikes

RESULTS;             https://www.computime.com.au/Default 

Looking forward to the next outing, the 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Australia is heading to Queensland Raceway for round 3 from the 26th to the 28th of April. As points results are already starting to heat up, we can’t wait to see what our South Aussies can pull out.

RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 ROUND 2 POINTS OVERALL
ALPINESTARS SUPERBIKES
Arthur Sissis 11th 7th 9th
Declan Carberry  17th 16th   17th  
Ty Lynch  15th 13th   14th  
Michael Kemp 19th 17th   18th
MICHELIN SUPERSPORT
Olly Simpson DNF 7th 15th
Cooper Rowntree 18th 17th 19th
RACE & ROAD

300 SUPERSPORT
Mitchell Simpson 5th 3rd 8th 4th
Jordan Simpson 9th 5th 4th 7th
Nicholas Yfantidis 20th 16th 13th 18th
Ryder Gilbert 21st 17th 17th 21st
Georgia Stephens 24th 21st 24th

The Track Awaits: Previewing the 2024 Web Plastics SA Road Race Championships Round 1 Opener

Filed Under: News, Road Racing

The first chapter of the 2024 Webb Plastics SA Road Racing Championship story is all set to start from the 15th to 17 of March at theShell V Power Motorsport Park. Proudly presented by CAFNIX, this will run right alongside the opening rounds of the Pirelli Motul Victorian Road Racing Championship & the Australian Sidecar Championships – all thanks to the fantastic work of both CAFNIX and Victoria’s Preston MCC.

Practice is set to kick off on Friday, followed by two scorching days of racing, as fans, young and old, converge on South Australia’s premier motorsport venue. If you’re thinking that anything else could rival SA & Vic’s fastest road racers taking to the fan-favourite circuit, along with 20 of the best sidecar competitors in Australia, you would be one hundred per cent wrong. 

Entry List

With the return of many familiar faces and several class changes for the new year, the Championship could see numerous new frontrunners emerge, with Round 1 offering an ideal start to their charge. Let’s take a closer look at some of the riders to watch out for…

Returning to the forefront of the SA Superbike Championship class, the reigning 2023 Champion, Michael Kemp, and runner-up, Charles Holding, are gearing up to defend their titles against the incoming challengers of Ty Lynch & Olly Simpson. Making their debut in the premier class for 2024, Lynch & Simpson are poised to leave their mark on the competition standings, adding to an already stacked field of competitors.

Michael Kemp #64 looking for that overall top spot again in 2024. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Embracing a fresh challenge on a new bike, Samuel Pezzetta has made his debut in the SS600 class for the new year, quickly adapting to the demands of his new environment. However, he faces formidable opponents in the likes of 2023 SS600 Champion Charles Holding and the returning talent Olly Simpson. Their presence ensures that Pezzetta’s journey won’t be an easy one. Adding to the excitement of the fresh faces in the SS600 class, Ryder Gilbert will be taking on double duties this weekend, seizing the opportunity to compete in both the SS600 and SS300 classes.

Reigning SA SS600 Champion Charles Holding. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Still riding high from her first ASBK podium, Tara Morrison, the SS300 runner-up of 2023, returns determined to showcase her skills against a lineup of returning talent, including Ryder Gilbert, Phoenix Agar, and Jordan Simpson. Mixing it with a field of 23 fearless riders, it could be anyone’s SS300 podium dream weekend.

Tara Morrison on the big first ASBK Podium.
#72 Ryder Gilbert is looking fast as ever coming into Rd 1. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Of course, where would the sport be without the next generation of fearless road racers making their way through the ranks? This weekend will feature both Seth and Ethan Dellow, who secured second and third place respectively in the 2023 Championship, both eager to secure crucial early Championship points. However, they’ll face stiff competition from the talents of Xayvion Amoy, Judd Plaisted, and Ghage Plowman, all ready to throw their hats into the ring.

Seth Dellow #340 looking for those early Championship points. Image by Pit Lane Studio.
Ethan Dellow #144 is ready to bring the heat for the SA Championship. Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Adding to the excitement, fans will be treated to world-class sidecar racing with Round 2 of the Australian Sidecar Championships taking place over the two days. In the formidable 19-competitor field,  the 2023 Australian Sidecar Championship team of Jamie Crass & Lee Menzies will be looking at making the moves early on in the competition. However, don’t overlook the homegrown talent and previous Isle of Man racing expertise of Royce Rowe he joins the field with Leonard Rowe, fresh from testing the new bike at Mallala. 

Team Rowe during some February Mallala testing. Image by Pierre Sport Photography.

Further enriching the packed schedule, spectators can anticipate plenty of bar-to-bar racing as SA/VRRC Limited sport bikes, Naked Bike & Pre-Modern 00/08/13 all take their turn in the spotlight on the track this weekend.

See the full competitor list – HERE.

Where: 

What better venue to test racers and provide spectators with an unforgettable experience than the Shell V Power Motorsport Park?? Following the exhilarating conclusion of last year’s ASBK Championship, this 18-turn international layout circuit offers racers a plethora of challenges, from fast sweeping corners to blind turns, max acceleration straights, and demanding braking zones – ensuring spectators witness the full extent of Championship talent in action.

Access to the circuit is via the Dukes Highway, a convenient 25-minute drive along the freeway from Murray Bridge.

Spectator Info:

With the stacked lineup of racers ahead of the weekend, there is even more to get excited about… Spectator entry is absolutely FREE!!

The Bend offers numerous spectator vantage points trackside, including the premium Level 3 sky deck, providing fans with an eagle-eye view of the racing action as it unfolds. There’s no better place to witness all the thrills and spills of the Championship story as it kicks off.

Forget about packing lunch; all your food and drink needs are taken care of with the well-stocked facilities at The Bend, including the Apex Bar & Dining located on Level 1 in the heart of the main pit building and whilst you’re in the Welcome Centre, make sure you grab a program.

Now all that’s left is to start planning your vantage points, so be sure to check out the spectator map below for all the access details.

Timetable:

Live Timing:

Head over to Computime to keep up to date with all the results and of course, live-timing action.

Socials:

Keep up to date on the CAFNIX Facebook and Instagram pages for all the information as it happens. 

 

Results & Recap – 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul Australia, Round 1

Filed Under: News, Road Racing

Joining in all the excitement of round 1 of the 2024 Superbike World Championships, the 35th-anniversary running of the Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul Australia, made its 2024 debut at Phillip Island over the 23rd to the 25th of February. With plenty of returning faces, some South Aussies stepping up a class, and even an ASBK newcomer, this year’s Championship story is going to be one for the books.

Before delving into the results table and 2024 Championship round points overalls, let’s take a look at the memorable moments from the weekend.

Mi-Bike Insurance Australian Superbike Championship

What a fantastic ASBK premier class first-time outing for rookie and MSA 2018 Rising Star, Declan Carberry! Taking to the track for the first time on his new BMW ride, Declan looked as comfortable as ever, and in no time at all, he was down to business. He secured a hotly contested 15th finish in race 1 before achieving a new personal best in race 2 with a fantastic 13th place. Looking as composed as ever, he carried that momentum into a 16th-place finish in race 3. It was a great first outing, and we are sure to see some big things ahead for the young lad.

From the get-go, returning Superbike regular, Unitech Racing’s Arthur Sissis, was aiming to continue  2023’s charge, with new practice PBs regularly being set and qualifying just outside of the top 10. He was on track to make a statement. Unfortunately, race 1 would be a tough start with a DNF hampering his momentum, but shaking it off like the sportsman he is, we would see him come back to his pre-race form taking an 11th in race 2 by just .163 behind 10th spot and rounding out the weekend with a race 3, 12th-place finish.

After brushing off some challenging free practice sessions, Michael Kemp continued to set new personal bests in the premier class throughout his round 1 campaign. Race 1 would see plenty of back and forth for position between Adam Senior, Ryan Yanko, and Superbike newcomer Declan Carberry. Coming down to the line for a 20th in race 1, he would avoid the carnage of his competitors and go to secure those valuable early Championship points and round out the weekend with a solid 20th and 19th finish in races 2 & 3.

Declan Carberry #220 charging hard in his ASBK premier class debut. Image – Pit Lane Studio.

Michelin Supersport 600

After his 2023 SS600 Championship second-place overall finish, Olly Simpson picked up the pace set and returned to where he left off. Starting the weekend on the right foot, he qualified P2 with just a gap of 0.046 seconds between him and the top step, to then go on to take the podium honours with a scorecard of 3rd, 2nd, and 3rd. – An exceptional start for 2024 and hopefully not too far in the future we will see Simpson take the podium top spot.

Another rider to make a class move for 2024 would see Unitech Racing’s Sam Pezzetta join the stacked SS600 field with plenty of on-track battles throughout the weekend with Cooper Rowntree. Cooper picked up the valuable early Championship points with his weekend-best 19th finish for race 2. With only brief introductions to the new bike, Sam pushed hard all weekend and by the end looked to be going from strength to strength, reducing lap times and nearly securing those first Championship points for the season. We can’t wait to see what Sam can do in the races to come.

All smiles with Ollie Simson in the big SS600 P2 podium. Image – Pit Lane Studio.

RACE and ROAD Supersport 300

As far as racing highlights go, none are quite as memorable and special as your first ASBK podium. After putting in the pre-season work, Tara Morrison blew the competition away. From qualifying 2nd to taking the learning curves of the weekend all in her stride, she would go from a race 1, 8th-place finish to a race 2, 5th-place finish, finally ticking off that bucket list goal and standing proud in P2 for her final outing of the weekend. To give a good idea of how tight racing was this weekend, much like most SS300 races, the top 9 riders were separated by just 1.289 seconds, with Tara a mere 0.012 of a second off that dream first ASBK top step.

The Championship round charges would continue for the remaining South Aussie contingent as the Simpson brothers Mitch and Jordy stayed in the top 10 field all weekend with Mitch walking into round 2 in 6th for the Championship from his 7 – 4 – 7 scorecard and Jordy 9th from his 6 – 9 – 9 finished.

Joining the front-pack battles & showing consistency throughout the weekend, Ryder Gilbert was making progress in improving his race 1, 12th place with an 8th in race 2; however, his weekend would finish with an unfortunate race 3 DNF with a crash on turn 10, last lap while vying in the front pack battle. Looking forward to seeing Ryder bounce back under lights in Sydney for round 2.

Rounding out the class and making his ASBK debut, Hudson Air has put himself on the 2024 ASBK SS300 points table. Qualifying just outside of the top 20 behind NSW Alexander Codey by .440 of a second margin, he would go on to hold his own in the fiercely contested racing taking out the 22nd spot in the first 2 races before cracking the top 20 with a race 3, 17th place finish – What a great first outing & we can’t wait to see Hudson returning throughout the season.

Tara Morrison #95 lighting the SS300 class on fire. Image – Pit Lane Studio.

Overall, to sum up a huge weekend of accomplishments from Team SA, to say we are excited to see what this year has in store is an understatement!!

Stay tuned with our SA crew’s first-hand, 2024 experiences from round 1 by following their social media channels:

Tara Morrison – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087208255688

Unitech Racing Team –https://www.facebook.com/ArthurSissis61RacingTeam

Arthur Sissis – https://www.facebook.com/arthursissis61

Sam Pezzetta – https://www.facebook.com/groups/168193281155722/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=831024528205924

Olly Simpson – https://www.facebook.com/ollysimpsonracing

Michael Kemp – https://www.facebook.com/michaelkempracing

Declan Carberry – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057635011292

Cooper Rowntree –  https://www.facebook.com/CooperRowntree57

Ryder Gilbert – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089634796268

Get all the ASBK action –

WEBSITE;             https://www.asbk.com.au/

SOCIALS;              https://www.facebook.com/asbksuperbikes

RESULTS;             https://www.computime.com.au/Default 

As the riders come home and set their sights forward to the next outing, the 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Australia will see round 2 under lights at the Sydney Motorsport Park on March 22nd & 23rd. Adding to the already packed roster will see the bLU cRU Oceania Junior Cup and Yamaha R3 Cup make their return for 2024.

Textbook cornering with Unitech Racing’s Arthur Sissis #61. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
Michael Kemp #64 on his way to new PB’s. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
Ryder Gilbert #72 looking for that opening. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
How the Simpsons do family photos, Jordy Simpson #33 & Mitch Simpson #66. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
Cooper Rowntree #57 looking for that next challenger to start 2024 in the SS600. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
Unitech Racing’s Sam Pezzetta #51 looking fast on the new bike in the new class. Image – Pit Lane Studio.
Hudson Air #71 making his ASBK debut. Image – Pit Lane Studio.

Team SA 2024 Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Australia, Round 1 Results:

RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 2024 CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1 POINTS OVERALL
mi-bike INSURANCE AUSTRALIAN SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP 
Declan Carberry 15th 13th 16th  14th
Arthur Sissis DNF 11th 12th 15th
Michael Kemp 20th 20th 19th 21st
MICHELIN SUPERSPORT 600
Olly Simpson 3rd 2nd 3rd 2nd
Cooper Rowntree 22nd 19th 21st 23rd
Sam Pezzetta 26th 24th 22nd
RACE AND ROAD SUPERSPORT 300 
Tara Morrison 8th 5th 2nd 4th
Jordy Simpson 6th 10th 9th 9th
Mitch Simpson 7th 4th 7th 6th
Ryder Gilbert 12th 8th DNF 12th
Hudson Air 22nd 22nd 17th 22nd

RESULTS – ASBK ROUND 7 SA LIGHTS UP THE SHELL V-POWER MOTORSPORT PARK

Filed Under: News, Road Racing

For the final time in 2023, the Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championships would all be decided at the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park at The Bend. Twenty of SA’s own talented road race crew went up against Australia’s cream of the crop, resulting in a fantastic conclusion to the huge 2023 Championship. With a staggering 26 top-10 race finishes, countless podiums, and top series overall results, it’s safe to say that SA is producing an exceptionally high level of talent on the tarmac.

Championship positions came down to the barest of margins, and many historic on-track battles went down to the wire throughout the weekend, making it one for the ages. Before delving into the results and 2023 Championship overalls, let’s take a look at just some of the memorable moments from the weekend.

Dominance in the 2023 Michelin Supersport by SA

South Australia emerged as a dominant force in the 2023 Michelin Supersport class. Olly Simpson, Ty Lynch, and Dallas Skeer secured top positions in the Championship battle. Simpson’s consistent speed, translating from qualifying in the top 3 over both rounds to claiming victories in races 1 and 2, secured a second-place podium finish in the Championship, trailing Cameron Dunker’s lead by a mere 9 points. Lynch, despite an unfortunate crash in race 2, clinched third place in the Michelin Supersport Championship, with Skeer closely following in fourth place, trailing by 43 points.

Olly Simpson. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Ty Lynch. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Dallas Skeer. Image: RbMotoLens – Rob Mott Photography

 

 

 

2023 Oceania Junior Cup Deciders

The pressure was palpable heading into the weekend’s Oceania Junior Cup, with Archie Schmidt leading by just 1 point. Schmidt delivered an impressive performance, engaging in intense battles for first place and ultimately securing a weekend victory trifecta, claiming the overall Oceania Junior Cup for 2023. What an incredible achievement, especially considering this year marked his debut appearance in the series!

Rikki Henry was a consistent contender in the weekend’s OJC leading pack battles, displaying fantastic riding skills. He was able to walk away with podium results across all races, securing a third place in race 1 and achieving two second-place finishes in races 2 and 3. A great finish for the year!

We can’t overlook the journey both Rikki and Archie have undertaken to get to where they are now. Transitioning through and winning the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup, they are now excelling in the Oceania Junior Cup and internationally. Their achievements are a nod the immense development opportunities and benefits SA riders receive through the SA Junior Cup Program.

Catch up on the ASBK report on the Oceania Junior Cup – HERE.

Archie 1st & Rikki 2nd sharing the podium. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Archie Schmidt with the big Number 1. Image: Pit Lane Studio
The battle for the front. Image: Pit Lane Studio

 

Double Supersport 300 and Yamaha Finance R3 Cup ASBK Maiden Podiums

There aren’t many better ways to overshadow the highlight of a first ASBK podium, but Jordy Simpson certainly found one. He not only secured his first podium with a third-place finish in Race 2 of the Yamaha Finance R3 Cup but also continued the charge, clinching third place again in the Supersport 300 race 2. It’s great to see and definitely not the first time we’re going to see Jordy on the front row.

Davo’s Triumph in the 2023 Superbike Masters

Davo Johnson solidified his place in history at the 2023 Superbike Masters! Amidst a field of world-class talents including Gary McCoy and Troy Corser, he showcased his renowned riding skills, securing two first-place finishes in races 1 and 4 aboard his Suzuki GSXR. Despite facing challenges, such as a bike stall in race 2 that forced him to start from the last position, he impressively fought back to a fifth-place finish. At the wrap-up of the 2023 Superbike Masters Championship, Davo has now taken 5th overall, despite only racing 2 out of the 3 rounds.

Celebrating SA’s Round 7 Top 10 Achievements

On top of the podium results, SA celebrated countless top 10 overall results across the board! Before delving into the results, let’s take a quick look at the fantastic talents who achieved top 10 overall results for the final round: Arthur Sissis clinched 10th in the Alpine Stars Superbikes, while Declan Carberry secured 8th, and Mitch Simpson grabbed 10th in the Michelin Supersport. Additionally, Sam Pezzetta claimed 6th and 7th respectively in the Supersport 300 and Yamaha R3 Cup classes.

Arthur Sissis. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Declan Carberry. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Mitch Simpson. Image: Tayco_Creative
Sam Pezzetta. Image – Pit Lane Studio

Stay tuned with our SA crew’s first hand experiences from round 7 and the overall Championship by following their social media channels:

Tara Morrison – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087208255688 

Unitech Racing Team –https://www.facebook.com/ArthurSissis61RacingTeam

Arthur Sissis – https://www.facebook.com/arthursissis61

Sam Pezzetta – https://www.facebook.com/groups/168193281155722/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=831024528205924

Olly Simpson https://www.facebook.com/ollysimpsonracing

Dallas Skeer – https://www.facebook.com/DallasSkeerRacing

Ty Lynch – https://www.facebook.com/TyraLynchRacing

Michael Kemp – https://www.facebook.com/michaelkempracing

Dallas Skeer Racing – https://www.facebook.com/DallasSkeerRacing

Declan Carberry – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057635011292

Cooper Rowntree –  https://www.facebook.com/CooperRowntree57

Brock Quinlan – https://www.facebook.com/brockquinlan87

Ryder Gilbert – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089634796268

Ghage Plowman – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553643668449

Davo Johnson – https://www.facebook.com/davojohnson20

Georgia Stephens – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082959693425 

 

With the season wrapped up and celebrations underway, thoughts are already turning toward next year’s ASBK Championships. Keep an eye on the ASBK socials below as an exciting year is taking shape, with Morgan Park Raceway now joining Phillip Island (February 24-26), Sydney Motorsport Park (March 22-23), and Queensland Raceway (April 26-28) on the 2024 ASBK calendar. Further announcements are on their way very soon.

 Get all the ASBK action –

WEBSITE;             https://www.asbk.com.au/

SOCIALS;              https://www.facebook.com/asbksuperbikes

RESULTS;             https://www.computime.com.au/Default 

SA rider’s round 7 results and Their final Mark for 2023 in the Mi-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul

RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 ROUND OVERALL 2023 CHAMPIONSHIP OVERALL
ALPINE STARS SUPERBIKES (after final round 7)
Arthur Sissis 12th 9th 10th 9th
Michael Kemp 14th 11th 11th 13th
MICHELIN SUPERSPORT (after final round 6)
Olly Simpson 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd
Ty Lynch 4th DNF 11th 3rd
Dallas Skeer 7th 6th 5th 4th
Declan Carberry 10th 11th 8th 14th
Mitch Simpson 11th 12th 10th 16th
Cooper Rowntree 12th 14th 13th 30th
300 SUPERSPORT (after final round 6)
Sam Pezzetta 10th 5th 7th 6th 8th
Jordy Simpson 7th 3rd DNF 10th 11th
Tara Morrison 11th 22nd 11th 14th 14th
Ryder Gilbert 15th 11th 12th 13th 18th
Brock Quinlan 20th 15th 15th 17th 21st
Ghage Plowman 18th 16th 17th 19th 29th
Georgia Stephens 23rd 20th 18th 22nd 33rd
Jiabin Zhang 19th 19th DNF 24th 34th
Phoenix Agar 25th 21st 20th 25th 35th
OCEANIA JUNIOR CUP  2023 OCEANIA JUNIOR CUP OVERALL 
Archie Schmidt 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st
Rikki Henry 3rd 2nd 2nd 2nd 10th
YAMAHA R3 CUP  (after final round 5)
Sam Pezzetta 8th 5th 7th 7th 6th
Jordy Simpson 5th 3rd 4th 4th 7th
Ryder Gilbert DNF 11th 12th 14th 14th
Ghage Plowman 13th 14th 15th 13th 21st
Georgia Stephens 14th 15th 16th 15th 22nd
Phoenix Agar 15th 16th 17th 17th 24th
RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 Race 4 OVERALL
SUREFLIGHT SUPERBIKE MASTERS  (after final round 3)
Davo Johnson 1st 5th DNF 1st 4th 5th

Event Preview – 2023 Webb Plastics SA Road Racing Championships RD 5 – Champions Set To Be Crowned For 2023

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, State Championship

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping close to the 2023 Webb Plastics SA Road Racing Championships RD 5, happening this weekend over the 18th and 19th of November, at the Mallala Motorsport Park, presented by Cafnix. South Australia’s most skilled road racers are revving up to return to the track and conclude the thrilling 2023 Championship saga. Over two action-packed days, witness more than 103 bikes in an electrifying lineup of classes—a spectacle you don’t want to miss.

 

Entry List:

As the final round approaches, the tension mounts with Michael Kemp holding a mere 5-and-a-half point lead, while Dwayne Tosen eyes any chance to snatch the Championship win. Charles Holding, in third place, isn’t far behind and could shake up the top spots. With 34 superbikes racing across the State Championship class, Steve Martin/Peter Kerr Cup, and the Reece Bancell Trophy (C & D Grade), expect high-octane action on the track.

Michael Kemp. Image: Pit Lane Studio 

Charles Holding is close to securing the 2023 Supersport Championship with 308 points, followed by Dwayne Tosen at 240 points. The battle intensifies for the final spot on the Championship Supersport podium, as Mitchell Radford and Jayden Plowman tie at 133 points, ready for a weekend showdown.

Charles Holding. Image: Pit Lane Studio
You’re not going to want to miss a second of the Supersport 300 class -Victoria’s Brodie Gawith leads comfortably with 326 points, while the fight for the last two podium spots heats up. Ryder Gilbert (226 points), Tara Morrison (218 points), and Sam Pezzetta (203 points) promise a thrilling showdown for 2023.

Ryder Gilbert. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Tara Morrison. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Sam Pezzetta. Image: Pit Lane Studio

 

Fresh from the 2024 Asia Talent Cup selection in Malaysia, Archie Schmidt, holding a significant points lead, secures titles as the 2023 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Winner and the 2023 SA Junior Road Racing Champion. The competition tightens for the SA Junior Cup’s second and third places, with Xayvion Amoy and Cooper Pitt separated by a single point. Don’t miss the talent of these young athletes as they hit the track one last time in 2023, setting the stage for next year’s budding junior riders. Only time will tell to see who’s repping the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Leathers in 2024. 

Archie Schmidt. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Xayvion Amoy. Image: Pit Lane Studio
Cooper Pitt. Image: Pit Lane Studio

All this plus a PACKED roster of classes, see the Full Competitor List – HERE.

Location and Spectator Info:

Find excellent spectator spots across the hill as Mallala hosts the thrilling finale of South Australia’s Road Racing Championship for 2023. Just a short drive from Adelaide down the Port Wakefield Rd, Mallala Motorsport Park offers ample on-site parking. Gather your family for a fantastic racing weekend—entry for spectators is free.

Don’t worry about packing the fridge, the stocked Mallala Canteen will keep everyone well-fed with hot food and refreshing drinks throughout the weekend.

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From bLU cRU SA Junior Cup to 2024 Asia Talent Cup Selection Success

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, SA Junior Cup

Two of our very own bLU cRU SA Junior Cup riders have been selected for the 2024 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup (IATC). The 2022 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup winner, Rikki Henry, and the current 2023 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup winner (with 1 round to go), Archie Schmidt, both made their way to Malaysia for a chance to secure a spot in the 2024 IATC roster and take on a life-changing opportunity.

Joining a total of 89 riders, including 14 Australians, the pair travelled to the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, to be assessed by experts, including the 2009 250GP world champion Hiroshi Aoyama, all under the leadership of Dorna talent promotion director Alberto Puig.

Throughout each session, with a focus on crucial areas of both on and off the bike skills, riders were selected to progress to the next test, culminating in the final decisions of the 10 riders to line up on the starting grid for the 2024 IATC and 10 reserve riders to supplement the roster. 

Archie and Rikki showcased their well-known ability and talent to each progress through the selection rounds, to end up both earning a place on the 2024 Asia Talent Cup grid and taking that next step in their road racing journey.

Rikki Henry congratulates Archie Schmidt as he receives the news he has been waiting for – Image: Asia Talent Cup.

Since their early days in the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup series, Rikki and Archie have showcased remarkable growth, evolving their skills and success, in our SA State racing development program into national success within the Oceania Junior Cup and beyond. Both riders embody the core values of the SA Junior Cup, demonstrating unwavering commitment, notable growth, and a shared vision for success. Their remarkable journey to the Oceania Junior Cup and onto other opportunities reflects our state program’s ethos and the promising future it offers SA riders. Their dedication and evolution epitomize the very essence of the SA Junior Cup’s goals, setting the stage for exceptional racing careers for South Australian juniors. 

 

Kym Bolto – Team Manager and developer of the bLU cRu SA Junior Cup:

“I am delighted and beyond proud of both Rikki and Archie who have both come through the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup series and then to compete in the Oceania Junior Cup. 

To have 2 of our shining stars of the SA racing scene accepted into the 2024 Asia Talent Cup is a dream come true for me, this is exactly the reason I wanted to create a program such as this in our State, with the series only in it’s 2nd year, it is showing results already. I can’t wait to follow the boys in their journey in the 2024 Asia Talent Cup and I wish them all the best”. 

 

Brenton Matters – President of Motorcycling South Australia Board:

“From witnessing their growth and skill development along the pathway of the bLU cRU SA Junior Cup into National racing within the Oceania Junior Cup and subsequently progress toward further successes in their road racing careers, it highlights the exceptional benefits that the SA Junior Cup provides for our South Australian riders. This opportunity fosters aspirations, offering a choice between pursuing a professional career in the sport or advancing personal development journeys, both on and off the bikes”.

 

With limited time for celebrations, Archie Schmidt, leading by just 1 point, will head into the final round of the 2023 Oceania Junior Cup here at The Bend over the 1st to 3rd of December, while Rikki Henry gears up for the opportunity to race at the MiniGP World Series in Circuit Ricardo Tormo Valencia, competing against the world’s best later in November after becoming the Australian Ohvale 160cc MiniGP Champion. We couldn’t be prouder of both exceptional riders and eagerly await their performances in next year’s Asia Talent Cup.

(Above left) – Archie Schmidt leading the OJC pack at the recent Phillip Island ASBK Round – Picture: Pit Lane Studio. 

(Above Right) – Rikki Henry the 2023 Australian Ohvale 160cc MiniGP Series winner. – Picture: Pit Lane Studio. 

 

Applications are currently open for the 2024 bLU cRU SA Junior Cup Season, for more information on the program and how to register check out the press release – HERE.

Make sure you stay tuned to the Motorcycling SA and South Australian Junior Cup social media pages for regular updates –