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The updated 2024 calendar is here! 🗓️

🚨 Last week at the Tissot Aragon Round, we had the pleasure of welcoming 40 students from the Máster en Ingeniería del Motorsport, who were integral in supporting several teams in WorldSSP300 & WorldSSP! 🏁 The programme, supported by institutions such as MotorLand Aragón, the Government of Aragón, SEAS Estudios Superiores Abiertos, and Universidad San Jorge, prepares the future professionals of motorsport. Their hands-on participation with WorldSBK teams, combined with a dedicated technical talk from Pirelli and an exclusive behind-the-scenes event tour, offered them a unique 360º experience of motorsport at the highest level. 💡 The Motorsport Engineering Master is designed to prepare students for roles such as competition engineers, data analysts, and performance specialists, equipping them with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in world-class events like WorldSBK. 📊 We’re proud to support this initiative and inspire the next generation of engineers who will drive the future of motorsport. 🔧🏍️

🏁 WorldSBK Returns to Spain for the Tissot Aragon Round! 🇪🇸 Zaragoza hosted the official presentation of the 10th round of the 2024 WorldSBK season at the iconic Principe Felipe Arena, home to Casademont Zaragoza, the Spanish Liga ACB basketball club. Representatives from the Gobierno de Aragón - Government of Aragon, Ayuntamiento de Zaragoza, MotorLand Aragón, and WorldSBK came together to share their excitement and goals for this 14th edition of the Aragon Round, a key event on the region’s sporting calendar. With Zaragoza set to become the European Capital of Sport in 2027, local authorities emphasized the significant economic impact and prestige the WorldSBK brings to the region each year. 🏍️ WorldSBK riders Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing - Ducati) and Tito Rabat (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) were joined by WorldSSP championship leader Adrian Huertas for a friendly on-court match with the players of Casademont Zaragoza, wrapping up the event in true sporting spirit! #WorldSBK #TissotAragonRound #SportingExcellence #EuropeanCapitalOfSport2027 #MotorLandAragon #Zaragoza #CasademontZaragoza

🏍️ It was an honor to welcome Angeluss to the Acerbis Italian Round, where we provided an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at both #WorldSBK and #WorldWCR. Angeluss is a remarkable sports management company, dedicated to empowering and supporting young, talented women in the world of two wheels. Their mission perfectly aligns with WorldWCR’s values, working to make top international categories more accessible to women—not only as riders but in all the vital roles that make up a successful team. During their visit, the Angeluss riders, who compete at various levels in Italy, had the unique opportunity to familiarize themselves with the track alongside Michael Ruben Rinaldi from Motocorsa. They also received an exclusive tour of the GYTR GRT Yamaha garage, led by Pierpaolo Franceschini, offering a closer look at the incredible expertise and precision behind the racing team. The journey continued with an insightful tour of the WorldWCR paddock, where the Angeluss team explored the different elements that fuel this inspiring championship. It all culminated in a special presentation at the WorldSBK Paddock Show, where founder Aurora Angelucci shared her vision and goals. It was an incredible experience for everyone involved, showcasing our shared commitment to expanding opportunities for women in motorsports—both on and off the track. 🏁💪

🚨 BREAKING NEWS🚨 Balaton Park in Hungary is set to make its WorldSBK debut! 🏁 Mark your calendars for July 25h - 27th, 2025 🤩 Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dw7VS7nu #HungarianWorldSBK 🇭🇺

🚨 Dorna Sports and the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) extend their partnership through to 2060! Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/3yW2qKN #WorldSBK

Dorna Group CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta and WorldSBK express their deep condolences on the passing of Bekir Yunus Uçar, President of the Turkish Motorcycling Federation. Uçar was a dedicated figure in Turkish motorsport, working diligently to promote motorcycling within the country. His commitment to the sport and its community helped nurture a growing interest in motorcycle racing in Turkey. WorldSBK extends its heartfelt condolences to Uçar's family, friends, and the Turkish motorcycling community during this time of loss.

More than £22,000 raised for Two Wheels For Life during #WorldSBK's Donington Park visit! 🇬🇧 Charity auctions and concerts helped raise a staggering amount of money to go towards the Two Wheels For Life charity. With the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship visiting Donington Park a couple of weeks ago, the British venue not only hosted thrilling on-track action but a massive fundraiser for the Two Wheels For Life charity via auctions and concerts. In total, more than £22,000 (approx. €26,000) was raised by people bidding for special memorabilia and witnessing ‘WorldSBK’s Got Talent’ as personnel from the paddock entertained the onlooking crowd. The auction allowed fans to bid on items that would not normally be available. The top item was a fairing from the Kawasaki Puccetti Racing outfit, which sold for £2,050. Next up was a Team#109 Retro Traffic Kawasaki VIP experience in 2025, which went for £2,000. An experience with KRT received a highest bid of £1,800 while, sticking with KRT, £1,200 was spent on Alex Lowes' (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) leathers. Boots from Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing - Ducati) sold for £1,000, while many other items raised a huge amount of money. Not only did the auction raise a substantial amount for charity, but so did the concert featuring riders, team managers and more perform in front of the fans. This year, people could vote for their favourite with Mario Salles – from the FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup – claiming the win with his rendition of ‘Perfect’ by Ed Sheeran ahead of Mallory Dobbs (Sekhmet Motorcycle Racing Team) from WorldWCR, who performed ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’ by Shania Twain and Luke Power (Motozoo ME AIR Racing) from WorldSSP, who wowed the crowds with his interpretation of the Fast Food Song. Aside from the top three, the WorldSBK Super Troupers performed with special guest Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) joining in on the action to end the show, while Bautista, Adrian Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) and Beatriz Neila (Ampito / Pata Prometeon Yamaha) teamed up, as did Yamaha Thailand Racing Team duo Anupab Sarmoon and Krittapat Keankum. Piotr Biesiekirski (Ecosantagata Althea Racing Team) also performed in the show.

We were thrilled to host students from University of Derby and Staffordshire University as part of the WorldSBK Media Rookies programme. This initiative offered these bright minds an exclusive insight into the vast array of communications and media career paths within the paddock. Here's what their enriching experience included: 📍 Media Centre Tour: Students explored the media centre facilities, learning firsthand about the roles and daily operations of the WorldSBK Communications & PR department. 🎥 OB Van Visit: An exclusive tour of the WorldSBK OB van where the International Programme Feed is produced gave them a behind-the-scenes look at how broadcasts come to life. 🎙️ Meet the voice of WorldSBK: World feed commentator Alex Raby shared insights on the multifaceted aspects of his job and the rigorous preparation involved in broadcasting each race weekend. 📰 Managing press relations: Yamaha Motor Europe Press Officer Oli Rushby discussed his transition from journalist to managing Yamaha riders' media interactions, highlighting the importance of his journalistic background in his current role. 🔍 Reporting Insights: Ivo Schuetzbach from Speedweek.com educated students on the nuances of reporting and building relationships within the paddock, essential for breaking news stories. This initiative not only showcased the dynamic careers in the motorsport industry but also inspired the next generation of media professionals. Kudos to all the professionals who shared their valuable time and experiences with these eager students!

WorldSBK joins the Portuguese and wider motorsport community in paying tribute to the CEO of the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve (AIA), Paulo Pinheiro, who has sadly passed away. First a mechanical engineer by trade, Pinheiro became the driving force behind the creation of the AIA near his hometown of Portimão. When it opened and first hosted WorldSBK in 2008, it instantly joined the pantheon of greats as one of the most spectacular racetracks in the world. Under Pinheiro's leadership, the AIA quickly became a beloved fixture in the WorldSBK calendar. The iconic "rollercoaster" track layout provided thrilling races and unforgettable moments, cementing its place as a favourite among riders and fans alike. WorldSBK extends our sincere condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and community.