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Sam Lowes says he made “very good steps” in one particular area at the Jerez WorldSBK test.
After two days of testing in Jerez in mid-September, Sam Lowes was able to effectively utilize the extremely hot conditions to his advantage.
Coming off a challenging rookie season, Lowes had a breakout year in World Superbike in 2025, securing pole positions and podium finishes, with the Jerez test focusing on improving his braking.
Lowes was pleased with the progress made during the test, evident in setting his personal best lap time at the Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto.
The British rider emphasized the significance of the test in addressing his weaknesses and honing his skills under intense heat, pushing himself to achieve a new level of performance.
Having dedicated the day to fine-tuning his braking technique with race tyres, Lowes expressed satisfaction with the improvements made, particularly noting his impressive pace throughout the sessions.
Overall, the productive test session validated Lowes’ efforts and readiness for the upcoming 10th round of the 2025 WorldSBK season at MotorLand Aragon scheduled for 26–28 September.
