P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Josh Brookes picked up third with a performance from his DAO Racing BSB that surprised him at the opening race of the second round at Donington Park.
Josh Brookes was able to climb quickly from ninth on the grid to secure his first BSB podium since the 2023 season, and a first ever for DAO Racing. The Australian was surprised by the early performance of his Honda, enabling him to catch and scrap with the leaders for a hard-earned third place. Despite starting the race with low expectations, Brookes felt his bike was consistent on the brakes and able to maintain good positions throughout. He described a challenging moment of contact with another rider, which elevated the intensity of the race. Brookes acknowledged his team’s efforts and praised DAO Racing for their strong performance and switch to Honda for the 2025 season. Looking ahead to the remaining races, he expressed confidence in using the data from his podium achievement to continue improving and staying competitive on the track.
