TAG Honda has confirmed Scott Swann will stay with the team for the final two rounds of the 2026 British Superbike Championship after an encouraging debut at Assen.

Swann, a regular in the National Superstock 1000 class, was drafted into the team at Assen following Charlie Nesbitt’s exit.

The Co Antrim rider finished 17th, 14th and 15th across the three races in the Netherlands, showing enough promise to secure the ride until the season finale at Brands Hatch (October 16-18).

Swann has been granted permission to continue riding for the BSB team by SMR Performance, who supported his BMW ride in the Superstock class.

placeholder image — Scott Swann will ride for the TAG Racing Honda team at the remaining two rounds of the British Superbike Championship. (Photo credit: Scott Swann Racing)

“I’m really excited for this opportunity to remain with TAG Racing for the final two rounds of the season,” said Swann, ahead of this weekend’s penultimate round at Donington Park (October 2-4).

“Firstly, I want to say a massive thanks to SMR Performance for allowing me to do this. They couldn’t be happier for me going on to do what I want to do, they also think this is the best move for me.

“Honestly, I can’t thank Shaun, Lewis [Muir] and the whole team enough for giving me the platform to impress and allowing me to do this.”

Swann, who rode for the IWR Honda team in last year’s BSB championship, said he quickly settled into his new surroundings during the Assen weekend.

He added: “I honestly couldn’t be any happier to stay with the TAG Racing Honda team. From the first day at Assen, I gelled with the team and the bike as well.

“The vibes in the garage are fantastic and I really feel at home with everyone.

“Being back in the Superbike class gave me a buzz. I came home from Assen extremely satisfied, so to be in this position is fantastic.

“I’m delighted and I can’t thank Rob, Tracy and Gary [Winfield] enough for the opportunity.

“Finally, I just want to thank all my sponsors and supporters for believing in me. Without them, none of this would be possible.”

TAG Racing Honda boss Gary Winfield said he was pleased to offer Swann the opportunity to remain with the team until the end of the season.

“It gives me great pleasure to announce that Scott [Swann] will be remaining with the team for the final two rounds of the season,” he said.

“He put in an impressive weekend at Assen and we were delighted to find out he wanted to remain with us to round out 2026.

“I want to thank Shaun and Lewis Muir of SMR Performance for allowing Scott to pursue this opportunity. They have been incredibly understanding and we’re grateful for everything they have done.

“There is no pressure on Scott from our point of view.

“We want him to go out and enjoy himself and pick up where he left off at Assen. He’s fitted in extremely well with the team and we’re confident that we can produce an excellent finish to the year together.”