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WorldSBK Season Finale: Toprak Razgatlioglu Crowned Champion At Jerez De La Frontera
The 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship concluded with a memorable weekend for BMW Motorrad Motorsport at Jerez de la Frontera. Toprak Razgatlioglu from the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team clinched the World Championship title on Saturday with his BMW M 1000 RR. On Sunday, he celebrated his 18th victory of the season, while teammate Michael van der Mark secured third place, achieving a shared podium finish.
Razgatlioglu arrived at the event with a significant points lead, ensuring his championship win by finishing second in Saturday's race. Despite this, he aimed for another victory. In Sunday's Superpole race, he again finished second but triumphed in the main race later that day. Van der Mark also reached the podium after two sixth-place finishes, marking his second podium of the season following his win at Magny-Cours.
The Bonovo action BMW Racing Team marked their final race weekend with the BMW M 1000 RR at Jerez de la Frontera as their partnership ended after four years. Garrett Gerloff finished seventh twice on Sunday, while Scott Redding placed twelfth in both races. Throughout the 2024 season, BMW riders achieved 19 victories and 12 additional podium finishes, securing second place in the manufacturers' championship.
Sven Blusch, Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport, expressed his amazement at their achievements: "To be honest, I’m speechless. This is a moment where Toprak and all of us together have made history." He acknowledged the significance of the World Championship title for everyone involved and thanked those who contributed to this success. Blusch also highlighted plans to begin testing for the new season soon.
Toprak Razgatlioglu reflected on their successful year: "I want to say thank you to the entire BMW family because we had an incredible year." He noted their determination throughout the season and how they worked hard even after setbacks. Razgatlioglu was thrilled to share the podium with van der Mark, calling it a dream come true.
Michael van der Mark shared his thoughts on their achievements: "This year has been a dream for BMW and the entire team to take the world title." He emphasized his efforts in developing the bike alongside BMW and how they consistently pushed forward despite challenges over recent years. Van der Mark expressed satisfaction with ending the season on such a high note.
The weekend was not only about individual triumphs but also about teamwork and collaboration within BMW Motorrad Motorsport. Both Razgatlioglu and van der Mark praised each other's efforts and looked forward to future successes together. As they celebrate their accomplishments, preparations for defending their title next season are already underway.
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