SBK World Championship

1. THE FUTURE IS NOW: Alex Lowes and Bassani reach for more podiums with the Bimota project on their backs

   Bimota turned heads by landing podiums in their first season back in WorldSBK, now the Italian manufacturer’s factory team look for sophomore success in 2026

2. 5 THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR: Oncu the favourite in 2026 as big names return to WorldSSP

   Many questions remain unanswered heading into the 2026 WorldSSP season, after big rider moves and a new manufacturer joining the fray

3. TEST PREVIEW: Phillip Island set for two-day test for WorldSBK and WorldSSP for final 2026 preparation

   Two days of testing – hopefully in good weather – take place at the iconic Phillip Island circuit ahead of Round 1 of the 2026 season

4. AUSTRALIA TEST SCHEDULE: Who will be on track when at Phillip Island?

   Two days of testing are split into sessions for the WorldSBK and WorldSSP fields, giving them plenty of track time ahead of the season opener

5. THE FUTURE IS NOW: Oliveira looks to launch his assault on the WorldSBK title in his first season in the BMW box

   The Portuguese MotoGP star has a new home in WorldSBK with the German manufacturer and is already being hailed as one of this season’s big profiles

6. THE FUTURE IS NOW: Bulega rides into 2026 with a chip on his shoulder to assert himself atop the WorldSBK order

   The star factory Ducati rider arrives in Australia with a new bike and renewed fire to claim his first World Championship

7. How to follow the official Australia Test: All you need to know in one place to keep up with the final preseason testing event!

   Keep tabs on the critical testing sessions before lights out on 2026!

8. 2026 is a go for Honda HRC: "Being part of this project is something I’ve always dreamed of"

   Honda Racing Corporation has all hands on deck for their reimagined 2026 squad!

9. Masia tops WorldSSP FP1 ahead of home hero Bayliss, Debise puts ZXMOTO in top ten

   The Official Test Down Under is underway!

10. Bulega beats Montella to top WorldSBK FP1 at Phillip Island test, Baldassarri surges to P4

    It was an all-Italian affair at the top of the Free Practice 1 timesheets as Bulega lead Montella, Bassani and Baldassarri

11. DOUBLING UP: Masia makes it two from two on WorldSSP’s Monday in Australia, Triumph shine with Bayliss and Vostatek

    Home hero Oli Bayliss (PTR Triumph Factory Racing)  took P2 on the day, splitting Ducati riders Masia and Oettl for the day’s top three finishers

12. CLEAN SWEEP: Bulega tops both Official Test sessions in Australia, Bassani P2 as Montella, Baldassarri shine ‘Down Under’

    Italian rider Nicolo Bulega got his trip to Australia off to the perfect start on Monday at Phillip Island as he claimed top spot in both sessions

13. Bulega puts on a clinic on Day 1 of testing in Australia: "We did a great job and started very well"

    The title favourite showed riders and fans what all the hype is about on Day 1

14. "We need to understand what we need especially for the race and a long run" – Bassani reflects on ‘quite good’ Day 1

    The Italian rider was quick out the blocks as he claimed P2 overall across two sessions, finishing only behind compatriot Nicolo Bulega

15. Sam Lowes, Montella and Baldassarri shine as top independent riders in a productive Day 1 of the Australia Test

    The trio of Ducati independent riders flashed brilliance on the opening day of testing in Oz

16. THE FUTURE IS NOW: 2026 set for grand kick off in Australia as WorldSBK heads ‘Down Under’

    After all the testing and all the talking, it’s time to go racing in 2026 as WorldSBK ushers in a new season

17. PREVIEW: Masia looks to take the field by storm in Australia after a dominant showing in Official Testing!

    The WorldSSP season opener is just around the corner. Read more below to get fully up to date on what to watch out for at Phillip Island!

18. NEW SCHEDULE: All the key times for the 2026 season-opener in Australia!

    The WorldSBK and WorldSSP riders are lined up and raring to race this weekend, check out the weekend’s full schedule down below!

19. STEVE ENGLISH OPINION: Iker Lecuona is the most intriguing rider on the grid

    As the paddock gears up for the opening round of the year WorldSBK commentator Steve English picks his most interesting rider on the grid. Iker Lecuona has moved from Honda to Ducati for 2026 and needs to deliver from the outset

20. Pirelli reveal tyre allocation for Australia, new SC1 medium to debut at Phillip Island

    There’s a new tyre for the WorldSBK riders to use as the 2026 season gets underway at the beautiful Phillip Island

21. Bulega beats Montella as the #11 remains P1 ‘Down Under’, Oliveira climbs into the top six

    The #11 remains the rider to beat in Australia as he became the first rider during the Official Test to lap in the 1’28s

22. Honda HRC’s Jake Dixon ruled out of competition at Phillip Island after a crash in testing

    The rookie #96 has seen the curtain drawn early on his Australian round

23. Masia strikes again in FP1 on Day 2 with three Triumphs and a ZXMOTO giving chase from the top six

    Again in P2, Philipp Oettl is shaping up to be a name to watch in the 2026 title fight.

24. "I think you can see Axel’s happiness reflected in his lap times" – Roda praises quick Bassani-Pallares adaptation

    The #47 has a new crew chief for 2026 and the pair seem to be working well together despite limited testing in January

25. WorldSBK to be broadcast on DAZN Portugal in 2026

    DAZN Portugal will be the home of WorldSBK in 2026, with Portuguese fans able to follow Miguel Oliveira's new journey