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Alvaro Bautista strengthened his hold on third place in the WorldSBK standings in Race 1 at the Spanish Round.
Alvaro Bautista’s hold on the WorldSBK riders’ standings’ third place solidified during Race 1 at the Spanish Round, boosting his chances for the 2025 bronze medal.
The competition for the bronze in World Superbike has mainly been between Bautista and Andrea Locatelli since Danilo Petrucci’s injury ruled him out of the final round in Jerez.
Bautista clinched third place in Race 1, outshining Locatelli, who finished seventh, emphasizing the importance of not losing points in the battle for third.
With a 15-point lead to protect, Bautista remains cautious for the upcoming Superpole Race, expecting tough competition and potential risks on the track.
Despite facing challenges at the start of races this season, Bautista remains optimistic about his bike’s performance and is focused on maintaining his position in the standings.
