22-October-2024

Nicolò Bulega, best rookie in Superbike 2024, finishes the championship in second place with Magneti Marelli Checkstar

Nicolò Bulega cornering during a race of the 2024 Superbike Championship, riding his Ducati Panigale V4 R, with the Magneti Marelli Checkstar logo visible on his helmet.

The 2024 World Superbike Championship saw Nicolò Bulega rise to prominence, achieving remarkable results in his debut in the category. The Emilian rider, competing with the Magneti Marelli Checkstar logo on his helmet, finished the championship with a prestigious second place in the overall standings, establishing himself as the best rookie of the year.

 

—A journey of growth and success

After a triumphant season in Supersport in 2023, culminating in winning the world title with three races to go and securing 16 victories out of 24 races, Bulega confidently transitioned to Superbike. Riding the Ducati Panigale V4 R for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team, the young Italian talent held his own against highly experienced rivals, conceding the title only in the final stages to Toprak Razgatlıoğlu on BMW.

 

—An extraordinary debut

Nicolò Bulega showcased his talent in Superbike by claiming numerous victories throughout the season. Highlights included winning Race 1 and securing the Superpole in Jerez on the final race weekend—where he set a record time of 1’37’’596—along with victories in Superpole and Race 2 at Magny-Cours, France. Additional triumphs came in Race 1 at Phillip Island, Australia, and in Superpole in Portugal.

A successful debut in Superbike, where Nicolò claimed a total of 24 podiums - an absolute record for a rookie in the category - including 6 victories, 15 second places, 3 third places, along with 11 fastest laps in races.

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—Shared pride and passion

Nicolò Bulega's extraordinary season, widely covered by Sky Sport, TV8, and NOW, has been an additional source of pride for Magneti Marelli Checkstar, which supported the rider along this successful journey.

With the belief that this exceptional debut is just the beginning of a career full of achievements, Magneti Marelli Checkstar congratulates Nicolò Bulega and looks forward to future successes with enthusiasm.