Australian · Taree, Australia · Born 30 January 1969Australian motorcycle racer and three-time World Superbike Champion, known for his aggressive riding style and success with Ducati in both WSBK and MotoGP.
Troy Bayliss is an Australian Superbike World Champion who won three titles and is considered one of the greatest Superbike riders in history. Known for his aggressive style and spectacular overtaking moves, Bayliss's victories with Ducati produced some of the most thrilling moments in Superbike history. His remarkable return to Formula One at Valencia in 2006 — where he substituted for an injured Loris Capirossi and immediately set fastest lap — demonstrated his extraordinary talent.
Three-time World Superbike Champion and MotoGP race winner
How They Played
Aggressive, late-braking style with exceptional racecraft
Lasting Impact
One of Australia's greatest motorcycle racers, dominant WSBK rider
Career Honours
- World Superbike Championship 2001
- World Superbike Championship 2006
- World Superbike Championship 2008
- MotoGP Australian Grand Prix Winner 2006 (wildcard entry at Phillip Island)
- Superbike World Championship Race Wins Leader (52 career victories)
- Australian Superbike Championship Winner 1999
- British Superbike Championship Winner 1999
Australian Athletes