A double podium for SYNETIQ BMW closed out the 2022 Bennetts British Superbike Championship on a positive note with Andrew Irwin second and Danny Buchan third in front of a massive crowd at Brands Hatch. That made it four podiums over the weekend for SYNETIQ BMW with Irwin third in Saturday’s opening race and Buchan second in race two aboard the team’s M 1000 RR machinery.
“That’s what we’ve been working hard for – weekends like this. Having four podiums and both boys on the box in that final race is great coverage for BMW, SYNETIQ and all our team sponsors. Full credit to Andrew and Danny and the whole crew.”
STEVE PLATER SYNETIQ BMW TEAM MANAGER
“A 1-2 finish would have been a dream way to complete our twenty-third season in racing but 2-3 comes pretty close. It’s great to finally see after all the hard work. I would like to thank each and every crew member who have worked tirelessly over the years and also our loyal partners who we simply would not exist without. Finally I would like to thank both our riders for their efforts during the last two seasons, perhaps the best teammate relationship we have had the pleasure of working with at TAS Racing.”
PHILIP NEILL SYNETIQ BMW TEAM PRINCIPAL
“We led for long periods today even though that wasn’t the plan in the early stages but I just didn’t have enough in the end to take the win. Two podiums this weekend is more like it and although we had wins at Cadwell it’s all about getting that consistency at the sharp end when you’re not winning which we’ve shown this weekend – both Andrew and I on the M 1000 RR. The team has worked so hard this year to give us a package to be at the sharp end and it’s now starting to show which is fantastic. Thanks to everyone involved for a big effort and an enjoyable year.”
DANNY BUCHAN #83 SYNETIQ BMW RIDER
“After a tough start to the season with the help of the SYNETIQ BMW team I rediscovered my form and started to believe I could ride a motorbike again. I’ve had two strong podiums this weekend. We’ve worked hard to improve the M 1000 RR package all season and today both Danny and I proved that the package is a strong contender going forward. Sharing a podium with my brother today is also pretty special. Thanks to the whole team for the effort this season and Philip for continuing to believe in me.”
ANDREW IRWIN #18 SYNETIQ BMW RIDER