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Tommy Birdewell says his maiden WorldSBK top-five at Aragon was a “pipe dream” for the whole Superbike Advocates team
Tommy Bridewell expressed his disbelief at achieving his first WorldSBK top-five in Race 1 at Aragon after starting in eighth place and moving up to fifth with a strong start off the line.
Despite facing more experienced riders, Bridewell managed to hold onto fifth position until the end of the race.
He emphasized the exceptional level of competition in WorldSBK and credited the team’s last-minute formation for their success.
Bridewell’s performance was notable as he held off fellow Ducati riders Lorenzo Baldassarri and Yari Montella in the final stages of the race.
Looking ahead to Sunday’s races, Bridewell highlighted the importance of tire choice and the upcoming challenges in the Superpole Race and Race 2.
He concluded by expressing pride in the team’s performance and the opportunity to compete at such a high level in WorldSBK.
