British Superbike 2011 Last Lap - Tommy Hill vs. John Hopkins (+ Post Race Interview)

The last laps of the 2011 season of British Superbikes at brands hatch, Tommy Hill on the Swan Yamaha vs. John Hopkins on the Samsung Suzuki. By far the best racing I have ever seen.
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[@killiandonovan6200]

Im here again for the 50th time..."what heroic racing"

[@DCSPEED23]

I come back and watch this every couple months

[@TeamGAJU]

You are not alone bro..

[@secretcarp2330]

Same here bro

[@Perenlikker]

Same here, what an epic drive and amazing commentary. Nobody can fake those voice cracks

[@zoomjoo]

me too

[@juancarrera657]

What an amazing into the race that was super thank about their heart beats man they must’ve been up there in 180 beats a minute !

[@AA-rw9jt]

f1 fans: " OMG Hamilton-Massa was the closest title decider ever!" BSB: "Hold my beer." 😜

[@matthunwick5230]

Facts

[@EccentricThistle]

one of the best lines ever. "I'll tell you what. This is bloke's racing this."

[@clairofan01]

2 of the best commentators of all time

[@markholroyde9412]

@@clairofan01 That's what you get from blokes from West Yorkshire, proud to live here.

[@Dugout_Gaming]

Fair play to him for keeping it clean for family viewing when he probably really wanted to say ‘whoever has the biggest bollocks wins this!’

[@Mclarenboy100]

"BY SIX THOUSANDTHS OF A SECOND!" That was amazing commentary. Non-stop passion, all out emotion, while explaining the moves they both made on that final lap. And the simultaneity of that final statement is the icing on the cake on one of the best battles of motorsport.

[@jackjohnson9603]

I'm a nascar fan but that was the greatest racing I've ever seen

[@Mirzadon007]

do you know about motogp ?

[@mateagoston7113]

+Jack Johnson You know this is how a typical Ulster GP finish looks like. :)

[@johanrosly5998]

you should watch rossi vs stoner laguna seca too. :)

[@tartredarrow]

You need to watch the 2014 Clipsal 500 Race 2.

[@samblack5313]

Cars and bikes cant even be compared.. Cars win in the pits, bikes win on the track.

[@secretcarp2330]

What a race. Remember watching this live. I'll remember this for the rest of my life.

[@gbrgjracing2590]

i was there, i was 8 years old. This was right before i went into foster care, was a brilliant memory to take through !

[@Epillon]

Remember watching this live. Was really pulling for Hopper, who overcame his personal demons with alcohol and pills. If he won he would've been one of the biggest turn arounds ever. Sad to see Hopper in 14'-15' unable to even secure a team ride.

[@Praetorian1234]

+Epillon Agreed, one of the most naturally talented riders out there

[@andyjamess]

+Epillon I was on South Bank during this race. THE best BSB race EVER!!!!!!!!!

[@andyjamess]

+Epillon I was on South Bank during this race. THE best BSB race EVER!!!!!!!!!

[@DCSPEED23]

couldn't agree with this statement more

[@BINLAD.]

WOOOOW those guys are pushing those bikes to the limit. This is what i call real racing.

[@twopoke]

I was there on the day, all these years later....... Still gets me on my feet... Stunning racing lads, there were no loosers in my books!

[@Glenn7719]

I was over on the south bank, gives me goosebumps thinking about it and watching that last lap.

[@richardcannon1448]

I dont know how many times I've seen this but it's still the best last lap of any race ever. Gret commentary too

[@kevincupcake24]

I come back to watch this every time I need a bit of excitement - it’s amazing

[@3dw3dw]

That was a level of commitment worthy of legend from both rider. Yet others were so close behind. In a word, Inspirational...

[@drewmorg.]

First time watching this and made my eyes tear up. Amazing passion and racing

[@cortlandsimmons6241]

Sick battle!! The commentators excitement is hilarious! 4:08

[@dezinke3862]

When he looses his voice 💪😂😂

[@craigmorgan8493]

I've seen a lot of racing.... and this is quite possibly the best i've ever had the nail biting pleasure to watch! I swear to God i fell off the sofa twice watching this! ;)

[@danielparker6368]

I wish more people knew about how incredible this was and is

[@user-vh8lu1tx3i]

I just saw the final laps of this race on British ES2 Best of Bikes: Hill vs. Hopper 2011. I never saw it before and got goosebumps. Amazing close racing, amazing atmosphere and great commentators! We went to lots of races: MotoGP, WSBK and in 2014, 2015 and 2016 to BSB races on Brands Hatch, Cadwell Park and Snetterton. Nothing is comparible with BSB. Great circuits, the hero's are approachable and the races are great. Just go out to watch a race live, you will not regret it!

[@coltjohnson4753]

one of the greatest single laps in racing history 🤘

[@Glenn7719]

Been a while since ive seen this, good memories, i was there that day. The commentators sure makes this intense, struggling to get their words out, you just know they're on the edge of their seats.

[@stuartmorton1279]

JACK BURNACLE IS A LEGEND,

[@Misanthrope84]

Best commentator of a times, no doubt!

[@grumpydibz]

I remember watching that race live... it was the longest I’ve ever held my breath!!..... those last few laps for me was the definition of super bike racing. No margin for error, absolute 100% limit. 2 wheels perfection.

[@techtipsuk]

2023 was good but nothing beats this

[@TheStratexplorer]

This commentary brought tears to my eyes

[@tmack7563]

Best race down the stretch I've seen in all my life as well and ive haven't near by seen as much racing as these 2 announcers. Gzzzzz, i was in my seat here at my home.

[@richardcannon1448]

The best last lap ever in any form of Racing, watched it live too

[@darrenkerley70]

Epic battle,dont know why but really wanted to see hopkins win,even the commentators were losing their voices,incredible riding!!!

[@dannyvv75]

Whoow, completly forgot about this stunning finale, thnx for uploading!!

[@paulwood7798]

BSB at its finest and it still is the best domestic series in the world.

[@HeavyMetalGamer45]

Even though I have watched this race multiple time it still makes me tear up.

[@discobizkit38]

Now thats racing!!!Awesome stuff :)

[@NickyLong89]

Here after chasing the racing podcast 😁 what a last couple of laps!

[@DrCrabfingers]

One of the very best laps in motorsport....along with Rossi V Gibernau

[@mezza205]

BSB is the best national championship going hope they keep the prestige going into the future. so many international names have ridden in the BSB

[@paulwood7798]

Best BSB championship decider ever.

[@giraty50]

What a battle! Respect to for guys behind them not to mess with them on last lap

[@rogerramjet5302]

Back to watch again - brilliant.

[@techtipsuk]

If this doesn't make you giggle with joy then you're not human.

[@Jo3yB7]

This is why i love motorbikes. the commitment and fight is second to none !!

[@paulwood7798]

How can this have dislikes. This is what its all about. Absolute Quality.

[@simz_6r]

was at work trying to stay in my seat while watching this, great stuff.

[@robtbomba3491]

BSB circuits are spectacular, and this was racing at its finest!

[@corinful]

Best race I've ever seen.... Amazing race gutted for Hopkins and Crescent Suzuki really wanted them to win.

[@michalgulik9627]

What HEROIC racing

[@matthunwick5230]

Was up on surtees that day, a man was playing the radio broadcast nearby, unbelievable scenes

[@SuperbikeUploader]

Yh thats a real shame that because lets face it, at the moment BSB has to be the most exciting bike racing series out there. I would like to record the live races and upload them for people in the US and such but I dont know how to do that lol, but yeah glad you enjoyed the video.

[@getupstairstobed]

Nothing else will ever come close. This makes the 2008 f1 finale look tame in comparison.

[@rogerramjet5302]

Jan 2021 and still watching!

[@vaadaenmacchi]

For sheer context of what's at stake, this is the best I've seen. As far as the best race is concerned, that's World Superbikes Hockenheim in the year 2000 [Race 2].

[@cj09jr]

I read this a couple years back and never could find the vid for it until now and holy cow, it was a absolutely fantastic finish.....I wish that we got to see some of the BSB in the USA

[@OverlandOne]

Holy Crap! Now that is a race!

[@liamgooding]

One of the best final laps I’ve seen “this is blokes stuff “

[@hillclimbracingfan5821]

This is racing.What a battle,what a battle.

[@adampike198]

Legendary race. Hopper's book 'Leathered' adds an extra dimension to what you see.

[@arkprof]

This is one of my favorite videos, an incredible race of the highest caliber

[@scottcravens9454]

The absolute best race in motorcycle racing history

[@hully131]

the best last lap ever ! any race , and motorsport race. outstanding!! take a bow Tommy and John 😊

[@superbike1]

I also keep watching this every few months

[@SuperbikeUploader]

Yh this has to be the 10th time Ive watched this and I still get goosebumps.

[@ninjasixrr]

I was at this race it was unbelievable atmosphere, fantastic racing👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@il-ma.le.]

I remember Hopkins and that Suzuki racing in Brno as a wild card in SBK. Obtained pole position, but ended 5th in both races. And that Suzuki livrery went stuck in my head for years...

[@otpyrc]

Awesome racing, moments like this are why I love to watch them race.

[@dnltbrca]

Got here by your recommendation from the seeley and Kennedy race. Wicked battle, thanks mate

[@johnnygreenshirt6215]

23 Dislikes are F1 Fans.

[@samblack5313]

John Fothergill “You can’t pass on the track, save that stuff for the pits”

[@JoeAriminvm]

Best end to a race, best end to a season, absolutely fuckin awesome.

[@curryracing6589]

As much as I love Motogp and wsbk, BSB is just so much better. 225 hp bikes, with no electronics, some of the best riders in the world and some of the hardest race tracks in the world. Yes please.

[@YABBAHEY1]

Ask any driver other than World Rally & they'll tell you these guys are F*#ng crazy. That was the greatest final lap I've ever seen. Nearly dropped my burger when they 1st rounded Druids w/it's mega G's Tommy was moving more sideways than forwards ! I'm a dyed-in t-wool country course (TT) fan but if track racing ever gets like this again I'll foken watch.

[@samblack5313]

YABBAHEY YABBAHEY MotoGP Assen 2018.

[@lisamiller5497]

Missed this race due to having to get my car removed from Brands Hatch car park by a recovery vehicle after my then partner had mistakenly thrown away the keys!! Tonight was the first time I've been able to bring myself to watch it.

[@redluca56]

Laver-teh, Tomm-eh, I am from the North of England but I don't talk like that and it always stands out when watching the Superbike coverage on Eurosport

[@edculwick1830]

WHAT HEROIC RACING!

[@Norton1531]

BEST COMMENTARY EVER

[@purwantiallan5089]

Anyone during covid19 and near 2021?

[@007hellz]

a championship always escapes John hopkins. he's a hell of a rider but........

[@waltmcv]

and there are still silly people worship footballers rolling on the grass when they have had their hair ruffled. BSB the best in the world

[@benward1647]

Chasing the racing brought me here. WOW

[@krayzieegg7294]

Now thats what i call a great race.

[@andyjamess]

It was a great race to watch in person. :)

[@bowie731]

this is why bsb is the best superbike championship apart from the world championship AWSOME!

[@Themanu2222ful]

What a race! OMG

[@hamlettelmah441]

unreal racing, much respect

[@jraybay]

Yesss yesss ! Fantastic

[@scotchbonnetfk8]

the R1's sound sooooo gooooood

[@jacklee8168]

I was there on day never forget that day was best race ever good day

[@dainesecx3309]

Nice !! This is what you call racing...

[@richardpearson4248]

Fantastic video fantastic race 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@devonmartinez1857]

They go for the lineeeeeee

[@SuperbikeUploader]

No worries, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@flyingtigre1]

placed on my favourites for sure. Thx mate'

[@2sx4u]

Awesome job at last; great balls and talent.

[@tunedvideo87]

holy crap! goosebumps guaranteed! what an amazing fight...

[@TougeMonSter3]

I just got into watchin Gp because of the boredom of F1. this race just inspired me so much

[@samblack5313]

VtecTougeMonster33 Cars aren’t supposed to race, they’re for transporting people from place to place.

[@FM1098R]

WOW Thanks for this !

[@SuperbikeUploader]

No problem, glad you enjoyed :D

[@sk2283]

Still great to watch this :-)

[@ashleypbutler]

i was at this race and and it was amazing the best lap and best fight i ever seen for the bbs championship it was an brilliant day and race

[@southsidejonny9997]

What a last lap!

[@42robwalker]

Which 46 viewers have given this awesome bit of racing footage a thumbs down!?!

[@edescastro2066]

Essa pista é fantástica pra corrida de motovelocidade 👏👏👏👏🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@Unfunny_Username_389]

bloody hell fire - that was intense

[@hanssmendoza768]

Fan of John Hopkins! He lives 20 mins away from me here in Cali!!