Access Plus Racing’s TJ and Troy Alberto Aim for more superbike glory!

Alberto brothers TJ and Troy and their campaign for the 2025 Petron Pirelli SBK Championships were presented to the media last April 28. The launch was held at Ducati Manila with their race bikes also exhibited. The two-rider line-up will continue racing on board the race-proven Ducati Panigale V4.

TJ is fresh off securing his 4th consecutive Rider of the Year title and returns to defend his crown. In 2024, he won 9 out of 12 races and is eyeing his 5th consecutive title. Already proven himself at the top of the sport, TJ’s competitive spirit remains as strong as ever but approaches the new season with a refreshed outlook, aiming to enjoy his racing more while still pushing for victories.

Timothy Joseph “TJ” Alberto

Troy, on the other hand, is eager for a fresh start, having fully recovered from the injury he sustained during Round 2 last year. He is focused toward completing a full season and challenging for top results in the Overall and Pro Classes.

Troy Alberto

Access Plus Racing is backed by the team’s long-time technical partner Shell Advance. Shell’s fully synthetic oils — trusted and recommended by Ducati — are engineered to deliver peak performance and protection under the extreme conditions of racing. They ensure the Panigale V4 can endure temperatures of up to 175 degrees Celsius, deliver maximum horsepower at speeds reaching 355.9 km/h, and maintain efficiency at 17,000 rpm.

Shell Advance and Ducati booth at the 17th IR Bike Fest last March at the World Trade Center Manila

Working extensively behind the scenes to prepare for an even bigger 2025 campaign, Access Plus Racing made the most of the off-season. The Petron Pirelli SBK series has 7 rounds this year scheduled from May to November. Access Plus Racing is sponsored by Ducati Philippines, Shell Advance, DID Chains, Macbeth, Motoworld, Brembo, Öhlins Racing, Macbeth, and Rudy Project.

TJ and Troy with their father, Access Plus and Ducati Philippines’ CEO Toti Alberto

TJ Alberto, #77: “I’m looking forward to the 2025 season. Having four titles under my belt has really solidified my confidence as a racer. Although I have nothing to prove and want to enjoy racing more, the competitive side of me is still there and I’m quite motivated to fight for a 5th championship. I’m also super excited to race with my brother Troy again this year.”

Troy Alberto, #69: “I want to make up for the mistakes I made last year and take this season with a new approach. My goal is to finish every race. I felt that I tried too hard to prove myself last year, and that led to my accident. I know within myself that I have the team, the bike, and the ability to win races or even the championship — but I don’t want to focus on that just yet. I just want to let the results come to me and see what I get.”

Toti Alberto (Team Principal): “By God’s grace, we were able to win the championship for a 4th time last year. We hope to make it a 5th in 2025. And with Troy now fully recovered, we have him and TJ fighting at the front for Access Plus Racing. We pray for a safe, fair season and look forward to seeing our Ducati Panigale V4s dominate on track.”

For more info and the latest updates about the team, follow www.facebook.com/AccessPlusRacingPH/, www.facebook.com/TjAlberto7/, and www.facebook.com/TroyAlberto9Official.

Access Plus Group and Ducati Philippines were part of the 17th InsideRACING Bike Fest as one of the presenters of the biggest motorcycle event of 2025.

source: Access Plus Racing / Ducati Philippines

(photos without IR logo are from Access Plus Racing)