ASBK To Feature At Phillip Island Bass Coast Festival Of Motorsport

This new event created by the Australian Grand Prix Corporation will be a two and four wheel spectacular and will provide a tantalising feast for motorsport fans following the cancellation of the 2021 Australian MotoGP due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

With crucial Championship points on the line for the Alpinestars Superbike class in the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul, race fans are ensured of sensational ASBK racing action as the  Superbikes scream down the Phillip Island main straight handlebar to handlebar at more than 300kmph.

The Bass Coast Festival of Motorsport will also provide a significant economic injection for Phillip Island’s tourism and local businesses as fans utilise the fantastic accommodation and tourism opportunities over the festival weekend. A range of local businesses, artists and producers will be showcased at the event itself.

Details on ticketing arrangements and on-sale dates will be provided soon on grandprix.com.au

Quotes attributable to Minister for Tourism Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula

“This new weekend of motorsport action is going to be a major winner for race fans and will provide a real boost for businesses across the Bass Coast.”

“We’ll see top drivers and riders in multiple championships races on a circuit that fans love to come to.”

Quote attributable to Motorcycling Australia CEO Peter Doyle

“This is a fantastic initiative of AGPC and the Victorian Government to get this event off the ground. The cross-discipline event worked really well with Supercars in Darwin recently and it’s great to be able to race at Phillip Island on the traditional MotoGP weekend.”

‘’Phillip Island is recognised as one of the world’s best motorcycle racing tracks and is one of the ASBK rider’s favourite. The Australian Superbikes are sure to put on some great racing for motorcycle fans and I’m sure we will create some new fans for ASBK along the way.’’

Quotes attributable to Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO Andrew Westacott

“What a bonanza to have championship rounds of Supercars leading into Bathurst and one of the final rounds of the Australian Superbike Championship.”

“Phillip Island has been starved of motorsport and this event will have something for everyone, bringing much-needed visitation to the Island and surrounding communities.”

“I encourage all who can to come along and enjoy all that this region showcases, including some of Australia’s best natural experiences and culinary offerings.”

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Photos by ASBK/Optikal and Russell Colvin