Sydney-based BMW man Glenn Allerton has become only the fifth rider in history to be crowned Australian Superbike Champion twice after lifting the title for the second time at Symmonds Plains at the weekend.
Allerton, who was nursing a seriously swollen arm after a clash with another rider on Saturday, took fifth place in Sunday's encounter to make it 11 consecutive podiums, including six race wins, in the year. The Procon Maxima BMW man, who is 30, last won the title in 2008.
"I didn't get a great start today and though I passed a few people straight up I just didn't feel strong enough under brakes with my arm the way it is. I kept pushing and pushing but in the end held on to fifth, at the end of the race I honestly thought I was a point off taking home the championship but my team let me know I'd done it which was a great feeling," said Allerton.
"So many people in the team have worked hard for this, I have to thank everyone at Procon Maxima BMW for their hard work week in, week out but also all of those people behind the scenes as well that have helped me make the most of this opportunity including BMW who have been so supportive. I'd like to dedicate the win to my grandfather who passed away last week, he's played a huge part in my career and my life."
