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Motor · Race Results · published 2026-10-16T00:00:00+00:00 · via Roadracing World Magazine

Bulega Leads WorldSBK Friday Practice in Jerez

Nicolò Bulega was quickest overall on Friday at Jerez, leading WorldSBK practice. Sam Lowes and Iker Lecuona completed the top three, while Garrett Gerloff was 12th on his Kawasaki.

Expanded Detail

Bulega's fastest Friday effort came in FP1, a 1:38.155. Sam Lowes ended the day second on combined times at 1:38.407, with Lecuona third, 0.335 seconds adrift. Hot afternoon conditions meant few riders improved in FP2.

Alex Lowes led Bimota in sixth, while Axel Bassani was eighth. Miguel Oliveira placed ninth. Alvaro Bautista crashed at Turn 9 late in FP2 and was 11th. Garrett Gerloff finished 12th, Danilo Petrucci 14th, and Loris Baz 15th.

Context

Friday practice results may shape fan interest and weekend expectations, especially for Ducati supporters and followers of Bulega, Lowes, and Lecuona. A strong Jerez showing could boost visibility for teams, sponsors, and the Spanish circuit, while Gerloff's 12th may affect American audience engagement. The outcome remains provisional, so its broader social or commercial effects are likely limited until qualifying and races unfold.

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