Superbike Advocates Racing Claims Breakthrough ASBK Victory at Queensland Raceway

Ipswich, QLD – Superbike Advocates Racing celebrated a milestone moment at Round 3 of the 2025 Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) at Queensland Raceway, with Glenn Allerton charging from the back of the grid to claim the team’s first-ever ASBK race win — capping off a weekend defined by determination, resilience, and triumph.

Following a strong pre-event test at the 3.126km circuit known as “The Paperclip,” the team arrived in Queensland with confidence. The Ducati V4R had been dialled in to suit the six-turn layout, and expectations were high. However, Friday’s practice sessions presented multiple technical challenges, including a faulty fuel injector and persistent electrical issues. Despite the setbacks, the team responded swiftly, and Allerton posted the fastest time in the final session — a promising 1:07.5 lap.

Saturday’s qualifying brought further frustration as electrical gremlins resurfaced, shutting down the bike during Glenn’s flying laps. With limited time to resolve the issue, the team was unable to log a competitive time, relegating Allerton to the back of the grid for Sunday’s races.

Regrouping overnight, the team meticulously reworked the wiring harness and electrical system. Their efforts paid off in Sunday morning warm-up, where Allerton finished second, confirming the bike was back in top form.

Race One saw Allerton launch off the line with intent, slicing through the field in the opening laps. By lap two, he had broken into the top ten and maintained a relentless charge, consistently lapping in the high 1:07s. In a thrilling final-lap push, he executed two decisive passes to finish an incredible fourth — a heroic ride from the back.

Race Two began under dry skies with storm clouds approaching. Glenn quickly began advancing, anticipating a potential red flag to reset the grid. The gamble worked: after six laps, heavy rain halted the race with Allerton running sixth.

Back in pit lane, the team executed a rapid switch to wet tyres and adjusted suspension and electronics settings. On the restart — now an eight-lap dash in full wet conditions — Allerton wasted no time. He surged into the lead on lap one and never looked back, managing pressure from Anthony West and gradually extending his advantage to claim a commanding 4.5-second victory.

The result marks Superbike Advocates Racing’s first ASBK win and a second-place overall finish for the weekend — a testament to the team’s rapid growth, technical capability, and competitive spirit, all within just three rounds of their debut ASBK season.

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Glenn Allerton – Rider #14:

“I came into Queensland with high expectations after a great test. I’ve always loved this track, and even though practice and qualifying didn’t go our way due to electrical issues, the team never gave up. Starting from the back felt like a huge task, but I just stayed focused, rode hard every lap, and P4 in Race One was a great result.

“Before Race Two, I saw the dark clouds coming and thought, ‘Let’s move now and hope for a reset.’ When the red flag came, it played into our hands. The team nailed the wet setup, and the bike was brilliant in the rain. To come from the back and win like that — it’s one of the most satisfying victories of my career.

“I’m proud of everyone in the team. This win means so much, and I can’t wait to get to Morgan Park and chase that feeling again.”

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Media Contact:

Billy Brown

Billy@superbikeadvocatesracing.com”