The Sunflower races round off the short circuit season in Ireland and the Ulster based team enjoyed a brace of wins, with Laverty receiving the Sunflower Trophy from guest of honour
Troy Corser.
Laverty took to the track on a Superbike in preparation for his return to the premier class next season. He was the favourite for the win in the Superbike class and he didn't disappoint, also winning the final solo race of the day by almost 10 seconds.
“Apart from the first race where we made the wrong tyre choice I'm pretty happy with the results,” said Laverty, “My aim was to win the Sunflower Trophy and we did that. In the last race we made more progress on the Superbike and I think it showed with a comfortable win. It's always nice to win in front of the home fans, and to cap a perfect season on home soil with Relentless Suzuki is very satisfying.”
Lowry, who finished the British Supersport Championship in second place behind his team–mate, won both Supersport races at Bishopscourt before turning his attention to a one-off Superbike ride.
Never having raced a Superbike before, Lowry deservedly lifted the man of the meeting award with a double podium, following his team–mate home in second place in the final race of the day.
“Fantastic! That's how I'd sum it up. My 600 Suzuki never missed a beat all weekend and to be honest I didn't change a thing from last time out at
Brands Hatch, the bike was that good. The Superbike was mind blowing… unreal, and when I jumped back on the 600 it made me really appreciate how good it also is. It's the perfect end to a perfect season for me. I wasn't sure if I was ready to jump on the Superbike but after the test and the races I must admit I really, really enjoyed the experience – what a bike – it just suited my riding style. Again thanks to everyone in the team. All credit must go to them for what we have achieved this year.”
