Corser back on his old stomping ground

Troy Corser’s already one of the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit’s favourite sons, and the Wollongong ace is determined to add another storied chapter when he captains the Australian team in this weekend’s (January 26-28) International Challenge at the 25th running of the Island Classic.

Corser, the two-time WorldSBK champion, is firm in his resolve to see the International Challenge trophy return to Australia after recent domination by the Jeremy McWilliams-led United Kingdom.

Teams from America and New Zealand will also compete in the International Challenge – the former featuring the talents of Colin Edwards for the first time.

Corser is an International Challenge rookie as well, but he’s still expecting big things.

“I started my career at Phillip Island and to come back after so many years is just fantastic,” he said. “I’ve had fantastic results here and hopefully it will continue this weekend.

“The racing is going to be tight and intense, but I’m race fit and here to do the best for my team and bring the trophy back home.

“I’m also looking forward to banging bars with McWilliams and Edwards as well!”

Ticket, camping and VIP options

Tickets are on now sale at www.islandclassic.com.au, with an advance three-day adult pass for $80* and children 15 and under free. Add on-circuit camping for four nights for $75* per person, purchased in advance.

VIP options are available in the Club Classic Hospitality suite above pit lane, while tickets are also available for the 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner featuring the greatest road racer of all time, Giacomo Agostini, as well as Corser and Edwards. Alan Cathcart will be the MC.

Qualifying and racing will be from 9:00am from Friday to Sunday.

For timing www.computime.com.au