November 21, 2021

Disappointed Bird Makes His Mark At Monza

Cumbrian driver Frank Bird’s hopes of an impressive result on his World Rally Championship debut were dashed on the penultimate stage of the second day of the FORUM8 ACI Rally Monza when suspension damage forced him out.

Along with Lake District-based co-driver Jack Morton, Bird, from Penrith, was contesting the final round of the 2021 FIA World Rally Championship in the WRC3 class on the Italian event in the Dom Buckley Motorsport-prepared and Frank Bird Poultry-backed Ford Fiesta Rally2 with assistance from Hager, Fuchs Titan Oils, Aico and Yuasa.

 

26th fastest out of the eighty crews on Thursday’s Shakedown stage, Bird continued his great start on Friday with a string of top thirty placings on the opening seven stages of the Alpine closed roads around Bergamo as well as at the legendary Autodromo Nazionale de Monza race circuit near Milan.

The pair held 27th place overall and ninth in the WRC3 class overnight before Saturday’s loop took in another six stages in the north of the country and once again, they were holding their own whilst gaining experience at the very highest level and consolidating their position when they tackled the 12th stage around the Monza race track late in the afternoon.

 

Sadly, they clipped a concrete block after braking for a chicane, which damaged the suspension and the resulting investigation in the service area revealed some structural damage to the chassis and meant they couldn’t continue for the final three stages on Sunday.

 

Frank Bird: “It was a tough end to the rally for us as a small mistake had huge consequences. It would have been great to finish the rally, but these things happen, it was definitely an eye-opening experience, but I learnt a hell of a lot. My pace was getting quicker and quicker the more I settled in, and I loved every second of it. Thanks to the team, my dad, and our loyal sponsors for this wonderful opportunity, and I’m sorry we never made it to the end. Hopefully, we’ll be able to contest another WRC event in the future.”

PBM Racing Team Announces Exclusive Donington Park Networking Event Ahead of 2026 BSB Season

By Rich Page • April 8, 2026
The PBM Racing Team is opening its doors to prospective commercial partners with an exclusive, invitation‑only networking event at Donington Park on Friday 15 May, offering brands a rare opportunity to explore high‑impact sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 British Superbike Championship. Positioned as a gateway for companies looking to align with performance, precision, innovation and passion, the event is designed for organisations seeking to elevate their brand through one of the UK’s most successful and recognisable motorsport teams. Guests will receive unprecedented access to the PBM Racing Team, including direct insight into how strategic partnerships are activated across a full BSB season. Attendees will also be guided through the team’s 2026 sponsorship programme, with opportunities ranging from title partnerships to bespoke hospitality and client‑engagement packages. The day includes: Exclusive access to PBM Racing Team personnel A deep dive into 2026 sponsorship opportunities Behind‑the‑scenes experiences at Donington Park Premium hospitality and networking with current and prospective partners The event aims to help brands understand how motorsport partnerships can drive measurable commercial value, from brand visibility and customer engagement to internal culture, team building and VIP experiences. The event provides a strategic platform for brands seeking differentiation; with competition for consumer attention at an all‑time high, PBM is positioning the 2026 season as a prime opportunity for companies to stand out. The team’s leadership emphasises that modern motorsport partnerships go far beyond logo placement, offering integrated marketing, digital storytelling, experiential activations and corporate hospitality tailored to each partner’s objectives. Attendance is strictly limited, and interested companies are encouraged to register their interest early. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a member of the PBM Racing Team to confirm their place.

PBM RACING MARKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY

By pbmracing • April 2, 2026
PBM Racing, the most successful team in British Superbike Championship history, is celebrating its 30th anniversary, 30 days to the start of the 2026 season, marking three decades at the forefront of British motorsport.
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