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WorldSBK has published the entry lists for both the WorldSSP and WorldSPB classes in 2026.
The entry lists for the 2026 WorldSPB and WorldSSH classes have been released by WorldSBK, featuring MotoGP and Isle of Man TT names in the new Sportbike category. This new class replaces the WorldSSP300 and brings fresh bikes and competitors to the World Superbike pyramid. Noteworthy additions include the Triumph Daytona 660 and Peter Hickman’s PHR Performance team, as well as Miguel Oliveira Team with promising talent Tomas Alonso. Yamaha R7s dominate the Sportbike grid, joined by other manufacturers like Suzuki and Aprilia.
Additionally, former Moto3 race winner Xavi Artigas will ride a Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 for the MTM team, marking the bike’s two-class presence in WorldSBK. The WorldSSP roster will see a new manufacturer, ZXMoto, entering the competition with the Evan Bros team and riders Federico Caricasulo and Valentin Debise. QJMotor will also feature on the grid with riders Raffaele De Rosa and Marcos Ramirez. The 2026 entry lists for both World Sportbike and World Supersport championships are now available for fans to explore.
