After a thrilling UK Round at Donington Park, it’s time to head to the Autodrom Most for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. A modern classic which always provides plenty of drama and excitement, here are 10 reasons why you can’t miss being trackside for the 2024 Czech Round as an enthralling season reaches the halfway mark. Buy your tickets HERE.
ALWAYS UNPREDICTABLE: who will come out on top?
Most joined the calendar in 2021 but there’s been no shortage of action despite a relatively short time hosting WorldSBK. Last-lap deciders and fierce fights are common place and even the weather has had an impact… what does the 2024 visit have in store?
CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE TWISTS: drama always in store
Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) currently holds a 41-point lead in the title fight but the Autodrom Most was the scene of one of the biggest swings last year when the #54 crashed from the lead and handed Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) P1. Will there be more big swings this year?
RIDERS IN CONTENTION: more competitors at the front?
While Donington belonged to one rider –Razgatlioglu – expect more riders to fight at Most. BMW have always gone well here, and Scott Redding (Bonovo Action BMW) seems to have found something, while it’s been a relatively strong track for Ducati, Yamaha and Kawasaki too.
PADDOCK SHOW: plenty of off-track entertainment
The Paddock Show is, of course, a key pillar of fan engagement in WorldSBK and that continues in the Czech Republic. From meet and greet shows to the podium ceremonies, it’s the beating heart of the paddock and a great chance to get closer to your favourite riders.
THE TITLE RACE CONTINUES: WorldSSP’s battle continues
Adrian Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) is on a four-race winning streak right now but he’s being pushed all the way by Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) as the pair start to open up a gap. Their fight will continue on at Most so expect some more incredible action between the two Ducati riders.
WORLD SUPERSPORT 300 IS BACK: all-out action
After not racing at Donington, the WorldSSP300 field is back at Most and it’s a track that always keeps the fighting going until the line. Last year’s Race 2 – in the wet – was decided by just 0.169s while it was even closer in Race 2 back in 2021: 0.130s covered the top four, with the podium trio 0.032s apart.
REA’S POSITIVE TREND: a podium last time out, a winner here in 2023…
Jonathan Rea (Pata Prometeon Yamaha) has had a difficult start to life with Yamaha, but pole at Assen and a strong performance last time out perhaps show the tide is turning for him. He was a winner at Most last year – albeit in mixed conditions – so will he be able to repeat his rostrum success?
CLOSE TO PRAGUE: a beautiful city to visit
Just over an hour away by car, the Czech capital Prague is a must-see destination for all fans heading to the round. Beautiful architecture mixed with its unique culture make it an incredible place to visit. If the hustle and bustle of a city isn’t for you, then Most itself is a small town with plenty to see and do – options for everyone.
THE LAYOUT: a mix of everything
Long straights, slow corners, heavy braking zones, fast turns… the Autodrom Most has everything. It lends itself to some incredible racing across all categories that will be on track at the weekend, so expect the unexpected at Most.
ONE FINAL CHANCE: the last sector
All four sectors at Most are good for racing, but the final sector is the last chance to make a move. It builds tension and excitement until the penultimate corner, which is the last opportunity to make a move stick before the run down to the line. We’ve seen it before; will we see it again?
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: don’t miss out on an incredible visit to the Czech Republic!
Source: WorldSBK.com