Glenn Irwin Sets Sights on 2025 British Superbike Championship Glory
The 2025 British Superbike Championship is finally here, with the first round taking place at Oulton Park this weekend. For Glenn Irwin, the wait has been worth it, as he prepares to put his skills to the test in pursuit of the coveted title. According to a recent interview with Crash.net, Irwin has been busy during his downtime from racing, focusing on a new off-track pursuit and preparing for the upcoming season.
The 2025 British Superbike Championship is set to be a thrilling competition, with a talented grid of riders vying for the top spot. Irwin, who has retired from road racing in 2025, will be able to devote his full attention to the BSB season, and he is eager to make his mark. As quoted in Crash.net, Irwin said: "We’re finally going racing after seven months! I have to say the off season has gone fast, I had bit of a change in the training programme, as always training with Nikki Coates who, the two of us, are both fighting to win both championships this year so it’s been a really enjoyable preseason."
Irwin’s preseason preparations have been focused on fine-tuning his skills and working with his team to ensure they are in the best possible place for the season. He revealed to Crash.net that he has made some changes to his training programme, including working with Nikki Coates, and has also started a new business venture. "I had some nice downtime over the winter, started a business and switched off which kind of made the break go a little bit faster," he explained.
The Crash.net interview also revealed that Irwin is confident in his team’s ability to make a strong challenge for the championship. "From the turn of the year I’ve been full focus on racing with the results from Navarra, Donington Park and Oulton Park tests I think we as a team, rider and package together have made a step, and a step that we’ve worked hard to make to ensure we’re in the best possible place for this season," he said.
Irwin’s team has made some changes to the bike, including a new rear tyre, and he is eager to put these upgrades to the test. As quoted in Crash.net, he said: "My entire team stays familiar with no changes in the technical side, but with some nice upgrades to the bike. We have a different rear tyre for this season and working on the riding side myself, we can step in and help make a great championship challenge."
The 2025 British Superbike Championship promises to be an exciting competition, with a strong grid of riders vying for the top spot. Irwin will be facing stiff competition from rivals including Tommy Bridewell, Kyle Ryde, and Brad Ray, but he is confident in his ability to make a strong challenge. As he told Crash.net, "All eyes are on making that top step. I look forward to it; I look forward to a packed out BSB. BSB fans are the best in the world and I look forward to seeing everyone trackside." With his sights set firmly on the championship, Irwin is ready to put his skills to the test and make a strong challenge for the title.
Irwin has come close to winning the championship in previous years, but has yet to take the top spot. He missed out to Tommy Bridewell two years ago, and then saw Kyle Ryde claim the top prize in 2024. However, with his focus firmly on the BSB season and a strong preseason behind him, he is confident that this could be his year. As reported by Crash.net, Irwin is eager to get the season underway and make a strong start at Oulton Park this weekend.
