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Motorsport · Race Results · published 2026-09-26T00:00:00+00:00 · via Roadracing World Magazine

MotoAmerica Finale Adjusts Schedule as Weather Threatens New Jersey

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The MotoAmerica season finale began at New Jersey Motorsports Park with overcast conditions and rain expected. Superbike qualifying was canceled, so the Race 1 grid was based on Friday's Timed Practice, which Cameron Beaubier topped. The weekend schedule was changed to run Superbike Race 1 and Race 2 on Saturday, with Race 3 moved to Sunday.

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The New Jersey finale opened under gray skies and cool temperatures, with storms expected to affect the weekend. Six categories practiced or qualified on the 2.25-mile Thunderbolt layout, setting up title decisions in Superbike and other classes.

Because Saturday qualifying was dropped, Friday’s timed session determined the opening Superbike grid. Cameron Beaubier led, Bobby Fong was 0.085 seconds back, and Cameron Petersen was third. Officials moved Races 1 and 2 to Saturday, leaving Race 3 for Sunday. Points leader Sean Dylan Kelly qualified tenth.

Context

The compressed schedule could affect riders, teams, and spectators, as two title-deciding races may place added physical and strategic demands on competitors. Fans planning travel may face uncertainty, while local businesses around NJMP may see changed attendance patterns. A wet final race may also influence championship outcomes, potentially shaping how audiences and sponsors view the season’s fairness and excitement.

Expanded detail and Context are AI-generated analysis; the linked article remains the authoritative source.
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