American Julián Correa, who raced in the 2025 MotoAmerica Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul and also previously competed in MotoAmerica’s Mission Mini Cup Championship, wrapped up his 2025 road racing season by competing as a wild-card entry at the final round of the Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), which took place this past weekend at the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto.
Correa raced a Kawasaki Ninja 400 for Pons Motorsport Italika Racing in the ESBK SuperSport 300 (SS300) Championship. On Friday, he qualified fourth for the weekend’s two races. In Saturday’s Race 1, Correa was part of a 10-rider battle for the podium, and he ultimately finished the race in sixth place overall and runner-up in the Kawasaki Cup.
In Sunday’s Race 2, Correa once again found himself in the thick of the action. Unfortunately, however, he had to slow his pace due to a technical issue with his tires, but he still managed to record a top-ten finish.
“Jerez was pure fire,” Correa said. “That was probably the hardest I’ve ever had to fight to stay with the lead group. Huge thanks to Pons Motorsport Italika Racing for the opportunity; they gave me a rocket ship. Finishing sixth in Race 1 was a massive victory for us, considering how tight the racing is here. We learned a ton, brought the bike home safely, and I’m already counting the days until I can get back on a track in Spain. Now, time to recharge and get ready for the next challenge.”
Pons Motorsport Italika Racing team owner Arnau Pons commented, “Watching Julián progress and grow with the team during these wild-cards has been inspirational. The entire team enjoys his company, and he is extremely coachable and adaptable. What he has been able to demonstrate in a short period of time is extraordinary, and we are looking forward to more conversations for 2026.”
