Former Moto2 regular Gino Rea will remain with the Buildbase Suzuki team for this year’s Bennetts British Superbike season and partner newboy Danny Kent.

Joining the ranks after the first round had taken place and with no preseason testing, Rea still managed to enjoy time leading races and took a best finish of fourth at Donington Park for the team last season.

“I’m really excited to be staying with Buildbase Suzuki for 2021. Hawk Racing is one of the oldest and most experienced teams in BSB and I’ve had a lot of respect for everyone involved since stepping into the championship, so I’m very thankful to Steve and Stuart for the opportunity to race for them again,” said Rea.

“After joining them last year and seeing the progress we made, which resulted in leading my first BSB race with them, it’s the perfect scenario to continue together and build on our hard work from last season. Steve and Stuart are so passionate about their racing which makes it nice and a refreshing environment to be in.

“I’m looking forward to getting my head down and working hard to build on our results from 2020 and give the team the results they deserve.”