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Andrew Irwin caught and took the race to Christian Iddon for the final podium place in the opening British Superbike race at Cadwell Park.
Andrew Irwin started his Cadwell Park British Superbike race weekend impressively by securing a podium for Honda Racing UK, the home team. Despite starting in the eleventh position in Superpole, Irwin managed to make up places early in the race and took advantage of crashes ahead of him on the track. The Carrickfergus rider expressed his satisfaction with his performance, especially after battling for the podium with another rider towards the end of the race. Irwin, who had a test day on Friday, highlighted the improvements made by the team for round seven, building on his strong return to form in Thruxton. This podium finish marks a significant step forward for Irwin, who expressed gratitude towards Honda for their continuous support throughout the challenges he faced in previous seasons. Irwin’s achievement at Cadwell Park is his first podium of the season and the first since Brands Hatch earlier in 2024, showcasing the progress he has made in 2024.
