Superb start of the season for John McPhee

The British Talent Team rider and Pole Position Travel sponsored athlete John McPhee experienced a fantastic weekend at the Qatar GP. Despite starting from only the 13th spot on the grid, the Scotsman showed his real potential and became a victory contender.

Holding steady throughout the first laps, the Brit began a push to the front with the fastest lap as he made it up into P11 with 16 to go. Fourteen laps to go and John was already up to seventh, then he made quick work of two more competitors before his next time over the line.

A brave move up into the lead for the first time with twelve laps left saw John announce his presence as a real podium contender, while the group tousled for position behind him. Back at the front with seven to go and then fighting it out with the frontrunners to the end, McPhee eventually crossed the line in second – defending the position to perfection over the last lap.

On the podium first time out and only just behind winner Joan Mir, John McPhee takes his very first podium finish on a full dry track conditions.

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John McPhee: “I can’t thank everyone enough, honestly! The team and everyone behind me. I’ve been given this opportunity and I’m trying to make the most of it so that’s the best way to start off the season. All race the bike was so fast, I felt really strong in the group. We ticked all the boxes in preseason testing and we knew we could be strong, even if the weekend’s not been the best, position-wise. I stuck to the plan and now it’s paid off so I’m absolutely delighted!”