P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Bradley Ray made a well timed break to be the clear championship leader after race one at Donington Park.
Bradley Ray increased his number of wins in the British Superbike Championship to two in 2025 by pulling off a late victory in the first race at Donington Park.
Despite starting strong with pole position and a lap record, Ray was cautious about the durability of the Pirelli tires over a full race distance due to testing concerns.
Ray chose to follow his competitors rather than set the pace, conserving his tire wear and seizing the opportunity to overtake when his rivals experienced tire issues.
He capitalized on a moment when his competitor ran wide, allowing him to break away and secure the win by 1.744 seconds.
Looking ahead, Ray hoped for consistent temperatures to optimize performance and tire management for the upcoming races on Sunday.
