Danilo Petrucci has identified what he considers to be a “dream” finish in the 2025 WorldSBK championship.
The Italian rider returns to his home race in Cremona, where he claimed his maiden WorldSBK win and went on to become only the fourth rider in history to complete a weekend treble.
Petrucci is currently the lead independent rider in the series in fifth position, 26 points behind third-place rider Pata Maxus Yamaha rider Andrea Locatelli.
He admitted that this time last year, he had no goals in mind, but this year, he has big ambitions for where he would like to end the season.
“My 2025 season started well. We’re on a good path,” Petrucci stated to WorldSBK.
“Last year, was a crazy year with the accident and then I was able to improve. We didn’t have any expectations.
“This year, we want to stay in the top five. I have a dream to finish in the top three but it’s really difficult.
“I’d like to win some more races this year and become one of the best riders here in World Superbike.”
Danilo Petrucci: Competition standards in 2025 is ‘higher’ than in 2024
The Barni Spark Racing rider noted that the competition is significantly tougher this season compared to 2024.
The 34-year-old praised the rest of the field, stating that a dozen riders are in contention for a possible podium finish.
“The level of this year’s Championship is higher than last year,” Petrucci began.
“We have many more competitive bikes and competitive riders and there are, I think, 10 or 12 riders who can stand on the podium during the season.
“This is a good thing for the spectators because every race, you’ll never know who will be on the podium.
“For us, racing there, it’s not really nice sometimes! You sometimes find yourself P2, sometimes P8, sometimes P5, even when you feel that you’re fast.
“The other competitors are faster and faster. To watch, it’s nice, but when you’re in the fight and you always have some riders around you, it’s not easy.
“In the end, this is WorldSBK, it’s nice for the battles and stories.”
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