Voltcom Suzuki’s Alex Lowes is looking forward to his home World Superbike round at Donington Park, and the rookie hopes his substantial track knowledge of the English track will help him battle at the front in the races on Sunday.

Local rider Lowes took a double win here in 2013 on his way to clinching the MCE British Superbike title and believes the familiarity of his favourite track will aid his development on the GSX-R1000 during his debut year on the world stage.

“I’m really looking forward to Donington this weekend. It’s only 10 minutes from home for me and having previous knowledge of the track is going to help me get straight down to work from Friday morning which will ensure I get my Voltcom Crescent Suzuki working well, ready to challenge at the front on Sunday,” said Lowes.

“Donington has always been a favourite of mine and I have great memories from 2013 so I’m eager to put on a good show for the fans as part of the only British-based team in the World Championship this year.”