Aussie WorldSBK round locked in
The 2020 WorldSBK Championship will kick off once more at Victoria's stunning Phillip Island circuitDates for the Australian round of the 2020 WorldSBK Championship have been confirmed, with the titles getting underway at Victoria's Phillip Island circuit from Friday, February 28, to Sunday, March 1.
The meeting will be the 30th time the WorldSBK Championship has been staged at the track – the Australian round has been held there every year from 1990, bar 1993. That first year saw top honours shared by two Australians, with Peter Goddard winning Race 1 and Robbie Phillis claiming Race 2.
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"It is now a tradition for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship to kick off the new season Downunder and we are delighted to return in 2020," said Gregorio Lavilla, WorldSBK Executive Director, Sporting and Organisation.
"The Australian round at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit is one of the most awaited rounds of the year, not just because it is the first on the WorldSBK calendar, but for the beautiful venue and the warmth of the Australian crowds.
"Their true enthusiasm for motorsports makes the entire round an even more unique event.
Three-race format
WorldSBK will continue with the three-race format of two 22-lap Phillip Island battles and the 10-lap Tissot Superpole Race, making both Saturday and Sunday 'race days'. World Supersport is back while Australian Superbikes heads the support classes, guaranteeing spectacular racing across all three days.
"We know fans love the summer weather of World Superbikes," said David Bennett, General Manager of the Phillip Island Circuit.
"It's a perfect time for camping at the circuit and enjoying a weekend away with mates or family at Phillip Island. And of course with 30 years of World Superbikes we have plenty to celebrate, so it will be a special round. It's time to put the date in your diary and start planning a getaway."
For more information visit www.worldsbk.com.au. Tickets will go on sale via Ticketek in September.
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