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Bradley Ray was back on the podium after making changes to the Raceways Yamaha ahead of Sunday’s Thruxton races.
The final day of the Thruxton meeting saw championship leader Bradley Ray make a significant comeback after finishing only eighth in the first race on Saturday, a disappointing result compared to his dominant performance in British Superbikes. Throughout his 2025 campaign, Ray has been nearly flawless, except for a crash at Brands Hatch and a fourth-place finish there.
Ray was pleased with his progress during the weekend, clinching third place in the second race and securing second in the final feature race. He acknowledged the importance of staying near the front to avoid excessive tire usage when making passes, highlighting the challenge of maintaining speed on worn-out tires at the demanding track.
Despite Danny Kent overtaking Ray for the race win, Ray expressed satisfaction with his two podium finishes on Sunday, attributing their success to warm-up adjustments that improved the bike’s performance. The team faced setup challenges due to Ray’s absence at WSBK and team owner Steve Rogers coming out of retirement, but they made significant progress in understanding the new tire requirements at Thruxton.
Moving forward to Cadwell, Ray emphasized the positive outcome of their changes and the team’s readiness to tackle future races with a better understanding of the bike’s setup and tire management.
