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Nicolo Bulega equals record WorldSBK win tally with Assen Race 2 victory
Ducati’s Nicolo Bulega showcased his dominance in Race 2 at the Assen World Superbike round by claiming a record-equalling 13 successive victories. This achievement solidifies his position as the runaway championship leader, maintaining an impressive performance throughout the season on the factory Ducati and winning every race thus far. Bulega’s victory in Race 2 required a more competitive effort compared to his earlier win in the superpole race, where he started from pole position. Despite initially losing the lead to competitors like Sam Lowes and Iker Lecuona, Bulega managed to seize and maintain the top spot from the third lap onwards, ultimately widening the gap to secure a significant lead by the chequered flag. Not only did Bulega extend his championship lead to 69 points after the third round of the 2026 campaign, but he also led a Ducati-dominated podium, with Lecuona and Lowes securing the following positions. Furthermore, the all-Ducati top six finish highlighted the brand’s strong presence in the race, overshadowing competitors like Yamaha and BMW.
