This is the first time double Japanese Champion, Watanabe will have the opportunity to meet his team-mate and visit the show. He said: "First time to meet Tom is very special. I hope we can work well for Rizla Suzuki and I am look forward to meeting British fans. Everyone tell me they are the best fansജ - we will see!"

Sykes, like Watanabe, is keen to get to know his team-mate and start his time with Rizla Suzuki. "The show will be my first public appearance as an official Rizla Suzuki rider and that is an exciting prospect," smiled Sykes. "I can't wait to meet Watanabe and spend more time with my team. I've heard the show will have a lot going on and I'm lookiꩵng forward to having a good look round."

The eve꧑r smiling Sykes will return to the show on Wednesday 28th November for the Bennetts British Supe♑rbike Awards which will be held on the Black Horse Stage; as well as appearing on the Suzuki stand on Saturday and Sunday 1st and 2nd December.