The PBM Ducati team has confirmed that Glenn Irwin will remain as their sole rider for the 2025 British Superbike (BSB) season, solidifying his place in the team with a fresh two-year contract. This extension marks Irwin’s third consecutive season with PBM and secures his spot through 2026, as he intensifies his pursuit of his first BSB title.
The Northern Irishman, a formidable contender in recent BSB seasons, has finished in the top three for three consecutive years. He narrowly missed out on the championship in 2023, losing by just 0.5 points to his then-teammate Tommy Bridewell, and concluded the 2024 season in third behind Bridewell and Kyle Ryde. For 2025, he’ll be back on the Ducati Panigale V4 R—a bike that has claimed three titles since its debut in 2019, boasting a strong 50% title success rate.
PBM Racing’s co-owner, Jordan Bird, expressed excitement over Irwin’s continued presence on the team. “It is fantastic that we can announce that Glenn will remain with the PBM Racing Team for the next two seasons,” Bird said. “This season was a big year for us, and I am proud of what we have all achieved in our first full season together. Now we are focused on the new season, working hard behind the scenes to come out fighting for the Championship in 2025.”
Irwin’s journey with PBM began in 2017 when he transitioned from the British Supersport class to BSB. He briefly left PBM in 2019, competing with Quattro Plant Kawasaki and later TAS Racing BMW, before joining Honda Racing UK in 2020. After three successful seasons with Honda, including a close second-place finish in 2022, he rejoined PBM with renewed determination.
In a bid to sharpen his focus on the BSB championship, Irwin recently announced his departure from road racing, specifically stepping away from events like the North West 200. This decision underscores his commitment to securing his first BSB crown.
As the 2025 season approaches, Irwin and PBM are aiming to capture the team’s tenth BSB title, with Irwin embracing the role of PBM’s sole rider for a second straight season. With consistency and a fierce determination, both Irwin and PBM are setting their sights on championship glory.