Alvaro Bautista of Aruba.it Racing – Ducati showcased his dominance in the first race at Imola in the WorldSBK championship, securing his 17th win of the season. With this victory, Bautista inched closer to the record for the most victories in a single campaign. The race was filled with excitement as Bautista emerged victorious ahead of Toprak Razgatlioglu from Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK, who celebrated his 100th WorldSBK podium and extended his impressive streak of 16 consecutive rostrum finishes. Jonathan Rea from Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK secured a solid third place, adding to his extensive collection of 252 career podiums.
One of the standout performances came from Andrea Locatelli of Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK. Locatelli initially led the race and eventually finished in fourth place. The Italian rider displayed excellent pace and fought fiercely against tough competition. Meanwhile, Michael Ruben Rinaldi of Aruba.it Racing – Ducati demonstrated his tenacity as he fought his way to fifth place. Danilo Petrucci of Barni Spark Racing Team also showcased resilience and skill, crossing the line in sixth position after a hard-fought race.
Bautista’s triumph not only solidified his lead in the championship standings with 382 points but also equaled the record for the most wins in a season, tying with Doug Polen in 1991 and Jonathan Rea in 2018 and 2019. His exceptional performance at Imola highlighted his unwavering determination to etch his name in WorldSBK history.
Bautista’s dominance at Imola marked his first victory at the circuit, further solidifying his position at the top of the championship standings with 382 points. This extended his lead over his rivals and showcased his continued excellence in the series.
In summary, Alvaro Bautista’s commanding performance at Imola, along with notable achievements by Toprak Razgatlioglu, Jonathan Rea, Andrea Locatelli, Michael Ruben Rinaldi, and Danilo Petrucci, made for an exhilarating race. Fans can expect more thrilling battles as the WorldSBK championship unfolds.
1. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)
2. Toprak Razgatlioglu (Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK) +3.672s
3. Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) +7.847s
4. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK) +13.543s
5. Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +15.898s
6. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +18.551s
Pic Credit : WSBK Press Release
