Tommy Bridewell arrives at Brands Hatch this weekend (13/14/15 October) with his sights firmly set on becoming the 2023 Bennetts British Superbike Champion and he holds a minimal 7.5-point advantage over his BeerMonster Ducati teammate and closest rival Glenn Irwin.
Bridewell managed to claim a minor advantage last time out at Donington Park despite a difficult race one with changing conditions and the wrong tyre choice, before the pair clashed in race two and another tough race three. However Bridewell knows that he needs to stay ahead of his teammate and the chasing pack including Kyle Ryde, Leon Haslam and Lee Jackson if he is to claim the title for the first time.
Bridewell said: “I feel ready for the weekend and I am looking forward to the final round. It has been a phenomenal season and I have enjoyed every moment of it as it has been one of my most successful seasons in the championship to date. I really have had a massive amount of fun this year.
“The rivalry between myself and Glenn this season has been fierce and I just want to say that I have a huge amount of respect for him and his riding - we have pushed each other all the way so far this year and I really have enjoyed the rivalry with him. I have also enjoyed the competition from our closest competitors too – like Kyle Ryde and Leon to name just a few! I am sure the fans have enjoyed it!
“Going into the final round is exciting but sad as it is the final round and I am approaching it like any other weekend – enjoy riding the bike and working with the team and see what happens.
“There is obviously a massive end goal and the prize at stake to become British Champion so for me the plan is simple – try to become British Superbike Champion. I know I have the bike under me and I know my crew are ready, so I believe we can have a good weekend. We need to stay focused, stay calm and enjoy the last round of 2023. We want to win the ninth title for Paul and the PBM team.”