Sam Laffins will take on a new challenge this season as he joins the Pirelli National Superstock Championship, joining the grid with the Its Worth a Punt Racing Honda team onboard the CBR1000R-R Fireblade SP.

Laffins has formed the new team with owners of Its Worth a Punt, Kristian Graham and Gareth Martin as they add their support to Sam in addition to their list of sponsored athletes in Northern Ireland.

Laffins said: “I’m excited for this new challenge in Superstock 1000. With Nico and Geoff onboard, I’m confident we can achieve strong results.”

Graham commented: "I have known Sam and his family for over 10 years now and I have always been a great believer in Sam's potential. I know we are about to see the best version of this young man on track in 2025 and that excites me. When Sam approached us about creating a team together, it was an easy decision. Two days later, the Its Worth a Punt Racing team was formed and we can't wait to get stuck in."

Team Manager Nico Mawhinney concluded: “With my experience helping riders and being a former rider myself, I believe I can help elevate Sam’s performance and race craft. The biggest challenge this year will be adapting to the bigger machinery. I believe we can do it together, with no pressure applied.”