MISANO ADRIATICO, Italy – Nicolò Bulega delivered a dream weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, completing a remarkable clean sweep of the Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round. The Aruba.it Racing Ducati rider dominated every session that mattered, taking victory in Race 1, the Superpole Race, and Race 2 to further strengthen his position at the top of the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship standings.
The Italian star was simply untouchable throughout the weekend, delighting thousands of home fans with a flawless display of speed, consistency, and race management.
Race 1: Bulega Starts the Weekend in Style
Saturday’s opening race saw Bulega convert his pole position into a commanding victory. From the moment the lights went out, the Ducati rider controlled the pace and gradually built a gap over his rivals.
While Iker Lecuona and Yari Montella attempted to stay within striking distance during the early laps, Bulega’s pace proved too strong. The championship leader managed the race perfectly, crossing the finish line comfortably ahead of the competition to secure his first WorldSBK victory at Misano.
The result marked a perfect start to the weekend and provided a significant boost in the title fight.
Superpole Race: More of the Same on Sunday Morning
Sunday began with the ten-lap Superpole Race, but the outcome remained unchanged. Once again, Bulega demonstrated why he has become the benchmark rider of the 2026 season.
After a strong launch and a brief battle during the opening laps, the Ducati rider established control and pulled away from the field. Lecuona and Montella completed the podium once more, but neither could challenge Bulega’s relentless pace.
The sprint victory earned valuable championship points and secured the best possible starting position for the final race of the weekend.
Race 2: Completing the Perfect Weekend
Race 2 offered the final opportunity for Bulega’s rivals to stop his dominance, but the Italian had other plans.
Lecuona briefly threatened at the front during the opening stages, creating hopes of a closer contest. However, Bulega quickly responded, reclaiming control and setting a pace that nobody could match.
Behind him, several riders engaged in fierce battles for podium positions, while others suffered mistakes and setbacks. At the front, though, the story remained unchanged. Bulega rode with supreme confidence and precision to claim his third victory of the weekend and complete a memorable hat-trick on home soil.
A Statement in the Championship Fight
The Misano round will be remembered as one of the most dominant performances of the 2026 WorldSBK season. Bulega not only won all three races but also demonstrated complete control over every aspect of the weekend.
His combination of outright speed, racecraft, and consistency has made him the rider to beat this year. As the championship moves forward, the Italian leaves Misano with increased momentum and a growing advantage in the standings.
For Ducati and the Italian fans, it was the perfect weekend. For the rest of the grid, it was a clear warning: Nicolò Bulega is firmly in control of the 2026 WorldSBK title race.
Main Results – Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round 2026
Race 1
- Nicolò Bulega
- Iker Lecuona
- Yari Montella
Superpole Race
- Nicolò Bulega
- Iker Lecuona
- Yari Montella
Race 2
- Nicolò Bulega
- Iker Lecuona
- Yari Montella
Fabio Averna
