Glenn Irwin joins BMW-backed team for 2027 after tough season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 7:03 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Glenn Irwin is set to join the BMW-backed GRYD Racing team, co-owned by Michael Laverty and David Eltherington, for the 2027 British Superbike Championship. After a challenging 2026 season marred by injuries and technical issues, which saw him finish 14th in the standings, this move is viewed as a fresh start. Irwin hopes to leverage the proven capabilities of the BMW M 1000 RR, particularly at the North West 200, where he seeks to improve his performances following a series of setbacks with Ducati's Panigale V4R. Irwin expressed excitement about teaming with Storm Stacey and believes he can reclaim his competitive edge next season.
- •Glenn Irwin finished 14th in the 2026 British Superbike Championship.
- •Irwin joins the GRYD Racing team for the 2027 season.
- •He has previously finished as runner-up in the championship twice.
- •Irwin aims to improve his performance at the North West 200.
- •The move comes after a difficult year with technical issues and injuries.
- 7:03 AMYahoo Sports — Irwin backs himself to bounce back after 'hard' year
- 7:03 AMBBC Sport — Irwin backs himself to bounce back after 'hard' year
"Glenn Irwin believes he can return to the front of the British Superbike Championship, with an exciting move to Michael Laverty's BMW-backed team providing fresh motivation for 2027.
"Glenn Irwin believes he can return to the front of the British Superbike Championship, with an exciting move to Michael Laverty's BMW-backed team providing fresh motivation for 2027.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsOct 20, 2026, 7:03 AMIrwin backs himself to bounce back after 'hard' year
Glenn Irwin believes he can return to the front of the British Superbike Championship, with an exciting move to Michael Laverty's BMW-backed team providing fresh motivation for 2027.
- BBC SportOct 20, 2026, 7:03 AMIrwin backs himself to bounce back after 'hard' year
Glenn Irwin believes he can return to the front of the British Superbike Championship, with an exciting move to Michael Laverty's BMW-backed team providing fresh motivation for 2027.
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