Access Plus Racing Gears Up for the 2023 PSBK Title Showdown at Clark Speedway

Timothy Joseph “TJ” Alberto, Lawrence Macalinao, and the Access Plus Racing team are revving up for the culmination of the Philippine Superbike Championship (PSB) 2023 season. The highly anticipated final round will take place at the renowned Clark International Speedway. To make things even more exciting, a third wildcard entry is being fielded, with Troy Alberto joining in the midst of the title-deciding action.

The team is introducing the latest 2023-spec Panigale V4 R and V4 S, and both Ducati riders have exhibited dominance throughout the year. Alberto and Macalinao have clinched victory in 12 races and secured eight additional podium finishes in the Pro and Expert categories. Macalinao, astride the #26 Panigale V4 S, even secured a spot on the Pro class podium on two occasions. Despite some minor but costly errors and unexpected technical glitches preventing them from running away with the championship, the team is proud of consistently finishing within the top three positions in all races this year.

With a mere three-point lead in their respective classes, both riders have no margin for error in the season finale scheduled for October 14th and 15th at the 4.189-kilometer circuit in Pampanga. Access Plus Racing has traditionally excelled at this track in 2023, never finishing lower than first place.

Meanwhile, Troy Alberto is seizing the opportunity to join Access Plus Racing after concluding his WorldSSP300 2023 campaign. The experience and lessons gleaned from a full season of international racing will be a valuable asset as he competes in the Pro class alongside his older brother, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition. The younger Alberto last graced the PSBK grid in 2021 and is eagerly anticipating an enjoyable race weekend.

The Philippine Superbike Championship (PSBK) will host its title-deciding races at Clark International Speedway, commencing with qualifying on October 14, and concluding with Race 1 and Race 2 on October 15, when the 2023 champions will be crowned.

TJ Alberto, #77, expressed his anticipation for the season finale and his commitment to giving his best to uphold his championship title. He acknowledged the points he needs to secure the title but emphasized the importance of doing their best and entrusting the rest to fate.

Lawrence Macalinao, #26, emphasized their year-long hard work and expressed the ultimate goal of clinching the championship for himself, his teammate TJ, and Access Plus Racing.

Troy Alberto, #9, looks forward to riding the 2023 bikes raced by TJ and Lawrence and is approaching the weekend with the simple goal of enjoying the thrill of racing with fellow PSBK competitors.

Toti Alberto, Team Principal, reflected on the learning experience of the 2023 season, highlighting the consistent performance of TJ and Lawrence on the track. He expressed a desire for a safe race weekend, acknowledging that the championship outcome is ultimately in the hands of a higher power. He also welcomed the addition of Troy to the team for the final round.

Access Plus Racing is proudly sponsored by Ducati Philippines, Angkas, Shell Advance Motorcycle Oils, ArmyNavy Burger + Burrito, Frontrow, Makati Diamond Residences, Katinko Oil and Ointment, Macbeth, Aella, LV8 Elevate, Extreme Components, STM, and Öhlins Racing.

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