Former Team Boss Voices Concern Over Brad Binder’s 2027 Move

A former WorldSBK team boss has expressed concern regarding Brad Binder’s potential transition to the production-based series for 2027. He warned that the South African's signature, ultra-aggressive MotoGP riding style relying heavily on stiff prototype chassis dynamics and aggressive backing-in might not translate well to the higher flexibility and distinct tire behavior of a WorldSBK machine, leading to adaptation struggles.

Bulega Wins Race 2 at Misano for 25th Straight WorldSBK Victory

Nicolo Bulega completed a perfect Misano weekend by winning Race 2 to claim his 25th consecutive WorldSBK victory. The Italian finished five seconds clear of Iker Lecuona at the flag, with Yari Montella completing a third straight Ducati podium lockout of the weekend after Axel Bassani crashed out of third at Turn 8. Bulega has now won all 21 races staged in 2026. Nobody in WorldSBK history has ever reached 25 consecutive victories.

Bulega Tells Ducati He Deserves a MotoGP Chance in 2027

Nicolo Bulega has sent Ducati a direct message from Most. The WorldSBK championship leader said he believes he now deserves a chance in MotoGP and that if he does not get it he will not be happy. Bulega and Luca Marini are competing for the second VR46 seat alongside Fermin Aldeguer for 2027, with Valentino Rossi stating he wants at least one Italian rider on his bikes. Both Bulega and Marini are Italian. Both want it badly.

Montella Takes Race 1 Third at Czech WorldSBK

Yari Montella is becoming one of the stories of the 2026 WorldSBK season. The Barni Spark Ducati rider completed the Race 1 podium at Most behind Bulega and Lecuona, continuing his run of strong results at the sharp end of the grid. Baldassarri, Alex Lowes, Locatelli, Surra and Manzi rounded out the top ten as Ducati machinery filled the entire Race 1 podium once again at Most.

Garrett Gerloff Best Non Ducati in Most WorldSBK Race 1

Garrett Gerloff backed up his stunning Friday performance at Most with the best Kawasaki result of the weekend. The American finished fourth in Race 1, the top non-Ducati finisher on the day, with Axel Bassani completing the top five behind him. Gerloff had said his target for the weekend was a top five and he delivered exactly that. A statement result for Kawasaki on a circuit that has not always suited them.

Bautista Fractures Ankle in FP3 and Misses Most WorldSBK Race 1

Alvaro Bautista’s Czech Round ended before Race 1 had even started. The Barni Spark Ducati rider fractured his right ankle in FP3 this morning and was ruled out of Race 1 at Most entirely. Bautista had two wins at this circuit in previous seasons and arrived in the Czech Republic in solid form. A bitter blow for the Spaniard and for what had shaped up to be a competitive Barni weekend.

Bulega Wins Race 1 at Most for 17th Straight WorldSBK Victory

Nicolo Bulega wins again. Race 1 at Most was red flagged on lap two after a Petrucci crash, restarted over 21 laps, and Bulega led from the off on the restart. Lecuona pushed him hard but Bulega pulled the pin with 0.8 seconds in hand on the final lap. Montella completed the podium, with Gerloff fourth and Bassani fifth. Seventeen straight wins. Nobody can live with this man.

Bulega Smashes Lap Record for Most WorldSBK Pole

Nicolo Bulega smashed the lap record at Autodrom Most to claim pole position at the 2026 Czech WorldSBK round. The Aruba.it Ducati rider heads into Saturday’s Race 1 from the front of the grid as he bids to extend his unbeaten run in 2026. Bulega arrives at Most with an 82 point championship lead over teammate Iker Lecuona. Nobody has come close to stopping him yet. Most might not be different.

Fire Breaks Out at Most WorldSBK Paddock Before Czech Round

A fire broke out at the Autodrom Most paddock ahead of the 2026 Czech WorldSBK Round, caused by a generator, with explosions followed by flames producing significant smoke before firefighters arrived within minutes to extinguish the blaze. The incident left a significant part of the paddock without power, affecting hospitality areas, team tents, Pirelli trucks and the media centre. WorldSBK confirmed power was restored by 14:00 local time, with race direction and the medical centre unaffected throughout. Racing went ahead as planned.

Oliveira Out of Most With Fractured Scapula as Van der Mark Steps In for BMW

Miguel Oliveira will miss the WorldSBK round at Most after suffering a fractured scapula, broken ribs, shoulder tendon damage and concussion in the Superpole Race crash at Balaton Park. Michael van der Mark steps in on the BMW M1000RR at Most on May 15 to 17. Oliveira said he knows his bike is in good hands, while van der Mark confirmed he will be ready and give everything to support BMW and collect as many points as possible.