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Updates from the Friday practice sessions from the Dutch WorldSBK at the TT Circuit Assen.
Live coverage of the 2026 Dutch WorldSBK at Assen, the third round of the 2026 season, begins with FP1 starting at 10:20 local time, followed by FP2 at 15:00 this afternoon. Nicolo Bulega heads into the Dutch Round with a 56-point lead over his teammate, Iker Lecuona, despite Lecuona’s strong performance in Portimao. Ducati and Bimota both face a reduction in maximum fuel flow this weekend, affecting their performance on the track. Alex Lowes was Bimota’s standout rider in Portimao, while Miguel Oliveira climbs to fourth in the standings ahead of Assen. Sadly, Jake Dixon is still sidelined due to a wrist injury, with Jonathan Rea stepping in once again at Assen.
