P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Nicolo Bulega ended Toprak Razgatlioglu’s hopes of a Most WorldSBK treble by edging him out in a photo finish to win Race 2.
Nicolo Bulega thwarted Toprak Razgatlioglu’s attempt at a Most WorldSBK treble by narrowly defeating him in a photo finish to clinch Race 2, marking his first triumph in the Czech Republic with just a 0.027s gap at the finish line. Bulega took the lead from Razgatlioglu at Turn 1 after a successful launch off the line. Despite facing a double-long-lap penalty for irresponsible riding, Bulega managed to maintain his lead over Razgatlioglu, showcasing his dominance throughout the race. The thrilling battle between the two riders saw Razgatlioglu briefly taking the lead on Lap 11, only for Bulega to swiftly reclaim it, ultimately emerging victorious with a strategic move at the finish line. The intense showdown culminated in Bulega securing a crucial win akin to his past victories, extending his championship lead, while Razgatlioglu narrowly missed out on achieving consecutive Most trebles, highlighting the fierce competition in the WorldSBK series.
