Parkalgar Honda's Eugene Laverty reckons he will ride his own race and fight for the win in this weekend's World Supersport finale at Portimao, adding that rival Cal Crutchlow knows what he needs to do to lift the title.

Laverty, who was within three points before a crash at the last round dropped him a further eight behind, was on pole position pace during testing at the track last week, so believes he is capable of winning.

“We had a good test last week at Portimao and are full of confidence. I have now gone so many races without a win and it would be perfect if I could end the season on a high and win it at our home circuit," said the young Irishman.

"I can only win the Championship if I finish first or second; that is what I must do and Cal knows what he has to do as well. I’m all for good sportsmanship and will ride my own race and may the best man win.

"The circuit at Portimao is one that you could never get bored of, it is pure class. You can work with the technicians to set-up the bike but so much still depends on the rider because of the nature of the turns and elevations. It was made for a Supersports bike and is great fun.”