Joe Francis will return to the grid in the Pirelli National Superstock Championship at Thruxton, joining the Manx Legend Racing team alongside Isle of Man contender Illiam Quyle.
Francis has most recently been competing in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, following experiences in the Quattro Group British Supersport Championship and Pirelli National Superstock Championship, after his 2024 campaign was prematurely ended by injury.
Francis said: “I’m really looking forward to getting back on a British track and lining up in the Pirelli National Superstock class at Thruxton. Massive thanks to the team and to Gibbo from Abbi Access for the opportunity to wildcard this round – I’m excited to make the most of it and get stuck in.”
Manx Legend Racing co-owner Phil Poultney commented: “To have a talent like Joe Francis riding for Manx Legend Racing is an honour. All of the experience he has had at a very high level will not only drive the team forward but also help to develop Illiam, pushing him up to the next level.
“We can’t thank all of our sponsors enough, especially Robbie at Abbi Access Services for help bringing this together.”