Get ready for some heart-pounding action as the world of Superbike racing heats up in Jerez! The 2026 season is just around the corner, and the Jerez Test Day 1 is your front-row ticket to witnessing the future champions in action. But here's where it gets exciting: after a wet and unpredictable test back in October, riders are finally hitting the dry tarmac, ready to push their machines to the limit. This is the moment they’ve been waiting for—a chance to fine-tune their 2026 setups and prove their mettle against new rivals.
The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship is back in southern Spain, and the paddock is buzzing with energy. Riders like Miguel Oliveira and Danilo Petrucci of the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team, along with Somkiat Chantra and Jake Dixon from Honda HRC, are stepping into their new garages, eager to measure their speed against the competition. This isn’t just another test—it’s a sneak peek into the battles we’ll see next season. And this is the part most people miss: with no rain in sight, this could be the first real test of who’s leading the pack.
The event kicks off on November 26th and 27th, running from 10:00 to 18:00 (UTC +1). Want to know who’s participating? Check out the official preview for all the details. But if you’re craving real-time updates, we’ve got you covered with live timing straight from the circuit. Here’s a quick rundown of the action so far:
- 11:02: Bimota test rider Xavi Fores steals the show, clocking an impressive 1’42.918s on his third lap. Is this a sign of things to come?
- 11:00: Honda HRC’s dynamic duo, Somkiat Chantra and Jake Dixon, hit the track together for their first laps on the CBR 1000 RR-R. Will they live up to the hype?
- 10:54: Ana Carrasco (Honda Racing World Supersport) and Ricardo Rossi (Renzi Corse) join the fray, adding to the WorldSSP excitement.
- 10:33: Corentin Perolari sets the early pace in WorldSSP with a 1’46.342s lap. Who will challenge his lead?
- 10:21: With temperatures at a chilly 10 degrees, Michael van der Mark is the lone rider braving the WorldSBK grid—but for how long?
- 10:00: The green light flashes, and van der Mark kicks things off, though he quickly returns to the garage. What’s the strategy here?
But here’s the controversial question: With so many new faces and teams, who do you think will dominate the 2026 season? Will the established riders hold their ground, or will the newcomers shake up the leaderboard? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate you won’t want to miss!
