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Moto2: Veijer Takes Pole Position At Jerez

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Moto2: Veijer Takes Pole Position At Jerez

Collin Veijer earned pole position during Moto2 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Red Bull KTM Ajo Kalex on Pirelli control tires, Veijer turned a 1:39.101 to top the field of 28 riders.

Alex Escrig was second-best with a 1:39.158 on his KLINT Racing Team Forward.

Manuel Gonzalez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:39.196 on his Liqui Moly Dynavolt IntactGP Kalex.

His teammate, Senna Agius got fourth with a lap time of 1:39.255 and Alonso Lopez was fifth on his ITALJET Gresini Kalex with a time of 1:39.256.  

American Joe Roberts qualified 20th on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex with a lap time of 1:40.119. 

 

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More from a press release issued by MotoGP:

Veijer clinches historic debut Moto2 pole. The Dutchman is the first polesitter in the class since 1991 as Escrig and Gonzalez complete the front row.

For the first time since the 1991 Japanese GP, a Dutchman will line up on pole position in the Moto2 class after Collin Veijer (Red Bull KTM Ajo) stuck his Kalex-Triumph next to the P1 board in Saturday’s parc ferme in Jerez. Veijer set a 1:39.101 in an incredibly competitive pole shootout which saw Alex Escrig (KLINT Racing Team) and championship leader Manuel Gonzalez (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) complete a front row split by just 0.095s.

 

From left to right with Alex Escrig, Collin Veijer and Manuel Gonzalez. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

 

Austin winner and Friday’s pacesetter Senna Agius (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) spearheads the second row in P4 having led for some of Q2, and joining the in-form Australian behind the front row are Alonso Lopez (ITALJET Gresini Moto2) and David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team), with the Colombian’s teammate Daniel Holgado lining up a place behind him in P7. Can the Aspar duo challenge for the victory from there?

Barry Baltus (REDS Fantic Racing) went into Q2 as one of the favourites for pole, but the Belgian couldn’t repeat his feat from Austin last time out – the #7 launches from P8. Izan Guevara (BLU CRU Pramac Yamaha Moto2), the rider second in the championship, qualified in P9 but with the three-place grid penalty added, the Spaniard has a tough task on Sunday from P12 on the grid.

A compelling grid then for the Moto2 Spanish Grand Prix. Tune in at 12:15 local time (UTC +2) to see how the latest battle unfolds! 

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Moto3: Quiles Claims Pole Position In Spain

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Moto3: Quiles Claims Pole Position In Spain

Maximo Quiles earned pole position during Moto3 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team KTM on Pirelli control tires, Quiles topped the 26-rider field with a lap time of 1:44.070.

David Muñoz was the best of the rest with a 1:44.445 on his Liqui Moly Dynavolt IntactGP KTM, and Red Bull KTM Ajo’s Alvaro Carpe claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:44.655.

Row-two qualifiers LEVEL UP – MTA’s Joel Esteban (1:44.836), Carpe’s teammate, Brian Uriarte (1:45.049) and Leopard Racing’s Adrian Fernandez  (1:45.049).

 

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More from a press release issued by MotoGP:

Quiles storms to home turf pole in Jerez. The #28 pulls clear of Muñoz and Carpe as home heroes lock out the front row.

Maximo Quiles (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) slammed in a 1:44.070 to pull an impressive 0.375 clear for pole position in Jerez, with conditions drying out by qualifying for Moto3 and the #28 proving unstoppable.

David Muñoz (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) takes second as he returns from injury an immediately makes a mark, with Alvaro Carpe (Red Bull KTM Ajo) completing the top three and front row.

 

From left to right with David Muñoz, Maximo Quiles and Alvaro Carpe. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

 

After wet conditions on Saturday morning, the lightweight class were able to enjoy a fully dry Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto, although the laptimes are split by some bigger gaps than usually seen in Moto3 as the field adapted. Quiles’ 1:44.070 is closer to the lap record – a 1:43.710 – than Muñoz is to the polesitter, and Carpe takes the front row by just over half a second off pole.

Row 2 is more home crowd heroes as Joel Esteban (LEVELUP- MTA) takes P4 ahead of rookie Brian Uriarte (Red Bull KTM Ajo), with Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) sixth – on exactly the same best laptime as Uriarte. Despite racing two different machines, both set a 1:45.049. Fernandez also crashed in Q2, losing the chance to improve further.

Joal Kelso (GRYD – MLav Racing), David Almansa (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) and Matteo Bertelle (LEVELUP – MTA) are on Row 3, with Malaysian Hakim Danish completing the top ten for AEON Credit – MT Helmets – MSI.

Check out full results from Moto3 qualifying at Jerez and tune in on Sunday for the race from 11:00 (GMT +2).

MotoGP: M.Marquez On pole Position At Jerez

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MotoGP: M.Marquez On pole Position At Jerez

Marc Marquez mastered tricky conditions to claim pole position during MotoGP qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP26 on the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track, Marquez turned a 1:48.087 to top the 23-rider field.

Johann Zarco was the best of the rest with a 1:48.227 on his Castrol Honda LCR RC213V, and Fabio Di Giananntonio claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:49.097 on his Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP26.

Row-two qualifiers included Aprilia Racing’s Marco Bezzecchi (1:49.115), BK8 Gresini Ducati’s Alex Marquez (1:49.146) and Red Bull KTM Factory’s Pedro Acosta (1:49.230).

 

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More from a press release issued by MotoGP:

Marc Marquez denies Zarco in damp pole shootout. The Spanish GP’s qualifying session was a tasty affair but it gave the home crowd what they wanted as the #93 took a first pole of the year.

Making his mark on home turf, Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) was able to bag a first pole of the 2026 season in what was a classic head-to-head battle for qualifying supremacy. Johann Zarco (Castrol Honda LCR) will line up in the middle of the front row despite a heroic effort whilst top Ducati in the standings Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) completes the front row.

 

From left to right with Johann Zarco, Marc Marquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Photo courtesy MotoGP.

 

It was damp conditions as Q1 got underway at Jerez and instantly, it caught out big names. Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) was an early crasher before he was joined by Diogo Moreira (Pro Honda LCR) who wasn’t able to set a lap time and Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), the latter just missing the cut. With a good feel for the conditions, Zarco and Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) graduated to join the Q2 pole battle and had the experience – and perhaps the advantage – of understanding the latest of the tricky conditions.

After a small delay to the session due to track conditions following Morbidelli’s smoking Ducati at the end of Q1, the riders hit the track, all out on wet tyres but a dry line was appearing. Halfway into the session and it was Marc Marquez who was leading the way but the same joy wasn’t reached for his brother Alex, who crashed at Turn 9 with seven minutes on the clock. Provisionally joining the #93 on the front row, whilst Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) was third but crashed at Turn 1 and was soon bumped down the order by a flying Zarco who went into P1.

Looking to take Honda’s first pole since 2023, Zarco’s hopes of a first pole in 4 years were dashed when Marc Marquez pulled out a mighty lap time to take a first pole position since the Hungarian GP last year. Zarco was pushing hard on the final lap but had to settle for P2 after a mistake in the final corner saw the Frenchman nearly lose the front. Rounding out the front row, Di Giannantonio, who despite being more than a second off, managed to sneak ahead of Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) who heads up the second row, ahead of Alex Marquez and Acosta.

A crash left Martin in the gravel and unable to improve on his lap time, rooting him to seventh and the third row, joined by Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) who also fell, this time at Turn 8, and Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP Team), the third of the Aprilias. More qualifying struggles left double World Champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) on the fourth row in P10, ahead of Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP Team) and Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) who suffered a second crash of the day – this time at Turn 8, having fallen at Turn 13 in FP2.

With the grid set, attention turns to the Tissot Sprint! Lights out at 15:00 Local Time (UTC +2), don’t miss it!

 

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MotoGP: Acosta Is Best In Saturday Practice In Spain

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MotoGP: Acosta Is Best In Saturday Practice In Spain

Pedro Acosta led MotoGP World Championship wet Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing RC16 on spec Michelin tires, the Spaniard turned a lap time of 1:48.862 to lead the 23-rider field.

Marc Marquez was the best of the rest with a 1:49.373 on his Lenovo Ducati Desmosedici GP26.

Johann Zarco was third at 1:49.580 on his Castrol Honda LCR RC213V.

Marco Bezzecchi finished the session fourth with a 1:49.640 on his Aprilia Racing RS-GP26 ans his teammate, Jorge Martin got fifth with a lap time of 1:49.757.

 

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Moto2: Arbolino Tops Final Practice At Jerez

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Moto2: Arbolino Tops Final Practice At Jerez

Tony Arbolino was quickest during Moto2 World Championship Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Pirelli-shod REDS Fantic Racing Kalex on the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track, the Italian recorded a 1:53.516 to lead the field of 28 riders.

Mario Aji was the best of the rest with a 1:54.090 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.

Arbolino’s teammate, Barry Baltus was third-fastest with a 1:54.149.

American Joe Roberts finished Saturday morning’s practice session 16th with a best time of 1:56.701 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.

 

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Moto3: Quiles Heads Saturday Practice At Jerez

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Moto3: Quiles Heads Saturday Practice At Jerez

Maximo Quiles led Moto3 World Championship Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning, at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Quiles used his Pirelli-shod CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team KTM to lap the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track in 1:56.098 to lead the field of 26 riders.

Red Bull KTM Ajo’s Brian Uriarte was second-best with a time of 1:56.517.

Joel Esteban, piloting his LEVEL UP – MTA KTM, claimed the third and final spot on the front with a lap time of 1:56.731.

 

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BSB: Ryde Tops Oulton Park Test Ahead of Season Opener

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BSB: Ryde Tops Oulton Park Test Ahead of Season Opener

Defending champion Kyle Ryde topped the times in the final pre-season action ahead of the 2026 British Superbike Championship opener at Oulton Park (May 2/3/4).

The Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducati rider saved his best until last with his final lap of the R&G Official Test displacing Scott Redding and the Hager PBM Racing Team from the leading position by 0.259s.

There was a trading of blows throughout the final session at the top of the times, with the three champions, Ryde, Redding and Ray, trading places with Storm Stacey also in the mix on the Bathams AJN Racing Ducati after setting the pace on the opening day.

Glenn Irwin completed the top five on the second of the Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducatis ahead of another previous champion, Leon Haslam as he edged out the AJN Steelstock bimota of Max Cook for sixth place.

Rory Skinner was the fastest of the Cheshire Mouldings Yamahas in eighth place ahead of Honda Racing UK’s Ryan Vickers and Charlie Nesbitt completed the top ten for TAG Honda.

Joe Talbot crashed in the penultimate session of the test at Old Hall; he was conscious and taken to the medical centre for an initial assessment. The AJN Steelstock bimota rider was transferred to Stoke Hospital, where latest scans and further assessments reveal no fractures and it is likely he will remain in hospital overnight for observation.

British Superbike Championship, R&G Official Test, Oulton Park, combined result:

  1. Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing) 1m:32.913s
  2. Scott Redding (Hager PBM Racing Team) +0.259s
  3. Bradley Ray (McAMS Yamaha) +0.705s
  4. Storm Stacey (Bathams AJN Racing Ducati) +0.807s
  5. Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing) +1.041s
  6. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Racing) +1.158s
  7. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock bimota) +1.280s
  8. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Yamaha) +1.536s
  9. Ryan Vickers (Honda Racing UK) +1.578s
  10. Charlie Nesbitt (TAG Honda) +1.684s

For more information visit www.britishsuperbike.com

MotoAmerica: Olmedo’s Miracle Recovery Leads To Twins Podium

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MotoAmerica: Olmedo’s Miracle Recovery Leads To Twins Podium

Editorial Note: Four years ago, Kevin Olmedo was partially paralyzed and diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare and sometimes fatal disorder in which the immune system attacks the body’s nerves. A day after being hospitalized, Olmedo couldn’t eat or blink or even close his eyelids, which were taped closed so he could fall asleep. It took him nine months before he could walk again. He’s still not 100%, but his long and difficult recovery culminated in a podium finish in a MotoAmerica Twins Cup race at Road Atlanta last weekend...

 

Karns Performance Racing Scores Podium, Pair of Top Fives, and Rookie Breakthrough at Road Atlanta

Round 2 of the MotoAmerica season at Road Atlanta delivered another strong weekend for Karns Performance Racing, highlighted by a podium finish from Kevin Olmedo, consistent front-running pace from Isaac Woodworth, and a breakthrough top-10 result for Twins Cup rookie Solly Mervis.

Road Atlanta proved to be a demanding battleground, but the team showed speed, resilience, and continued progress as momentum builds early in the 2026 campaign.

Olmedo overcame adversity all weekend to earn a hard-fought podium finish. Confident from the outset at a circuit where he had prior experience, he quickly adapted to the Karns Suzuki GSX-8R and felt comfortable with the setup. However, a qualifying crash left him managing pain in his right ankle and caused significant damage to the motorcycle.

The Karns Performance Racing crew responded immediately, working tirelessly to repair the bike and return it to race-ready condition.

Starting eighth on the grid in Race 1, Olmedo surged to third on the opening lap before suffering a rear tire issue that forced him off track and out of contention. Sunday’s changing weather conditions created new challenges, but the team continued working through setup adjustments.

In Race 2, Olmedo again started from eighth. After an initial poor launch, he regrouped and stayed with the lead pack. A red flag restart created another opportunity, and he capitalized with a stronger second start. In an intense closing battle, Olmedo made a last-corner pass to secure third place and bring home another podium for the team.

“It was a fun race battling and passing each other,” said Olmedo. “I really appreciate all the support, and I want to continue improving and bring home more podiums this season.”

Kevin Olmedo and his wife Luisa pose with Olmedo’s dad Angel Omedo (foreground) and the Karns crew, including (from left) sponsor Brandon Meck, crew chief Jose Archeval (blue shirt), Dennis King, Jason Karns and his daughter Tori, teammate Solly Mervis, and electronics engineer Emerson Amaya.

Woodworth continued his impressive form with two fifth-place finishes, once again showing race pace and determination throughout the weekend. In Race 1, he lost positions off the start but charged back through the field with a series of decisive passes to secure P5. In Race 2, Woodworth immediately placed himself in contention, running third before a red flag reset the race. Following the restart, he launched well and remained in the fight for the podium before crossing the line fifth once again.

Isaac Woodworth (27) in action on his Karns Suzuki GSX-8R at Road Atlanta. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

“Overall, the speed is there, and we’re continuing to build,” said Woodworth. “We’re focused on putting everything together in qualifying and bringing more aggression into the races as we head into the next round.”

Mervis also delivered a milestone weekend, earning his first MotoAmerica Twins Cup top-10 finish and continuing his rapid progression as a rookie in one of the most competitive classes in the paddock.

“I had a solid weekend and learned more and more about my Karns Performance / Ice Barn Racing Suzuki GSX-8R,” said Mervis. “I want to thank Jason and the entire Karns team for putting in the work to make my bike the best it can be. I especially want to thank Danny Walker, Nick Daniels, and Thor Thomas on the Ice Barn Racing crew for their exceptional effort all weekend. I’m looking forward to getting back on the GSX-8R at Barber Motorsports Park when MotoAmerica resumes in May.”

Solly Mervis (25) in Twins Cup at Road Atlanta. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Team principle Jason Karns said “With a podium finish, multiple top-five finishes, another key rookie milestone achieved, and overcoming significate adversity early in the weekend, Karns Performance Racing leaves Road Atlanta with confidence and momentum heading into the next round of the MotoAmerica championship.”

Karns Performance Racing thanks all sponsors, partners, crew members, and supporters for their continued commitment throughout the 2026 season.

 

AFT: SuperTwins Set for Ventura Raceway Showdown

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AFT: SuperTwins Set for Ventura Raceway Showdown

Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will descend on Ventura Raceway for the fourth annual Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by 805 Beer this Saturday, April 25.

While still a relative newcomer on the Progressive AFT scene, Ventura, California, has quickly established itself a dirt track destination. Combining breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, jam-packed grandstands, and thrilling action, the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track is a singular highlight of the Grand National Championship calendar.

 

Venture Forth

Reigning Mission AFT SuperTwins champion Dallas Daniels (No. 1 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07) comes into the weekend having earned the first victory of his title defense last time out.

The win was especially meaningful to Daniels, Estenson Racing, and Yamaha, as it represented the first time the brand had taken a premier-class victory at its home track, Senoia Raceway.

While that fact made plenty of headlines, somewhat more under the radar was the fact that it simultaneously brought about the conclusion of a remarkable streak scored by rival manufacturer Harley-Davidson.

Prior to Daniels’ triumph in Georgia, Harley-Davidson stacked up a full season’s worth of consecutive Short Track victories. The run opened with a 1-2 that marked the XG750R’s maiden Mission SuperTwins win at the ‘25 Yamaha Senoia Short Track and was rounded out with a double victory – courtesy of rookie phenom Kody Kopp (No. 12 Latus Motors Racing Harley-Davidson XG750R) – at the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II to open the ‘26 season.

The ST streak stretched out to nine consecutive Main Event wins before Daniels finally brought it to an end. The run was nearly extended to ten, as Kopp pushed Daniels to the checkered flag at Senoia, threatening to become the first rider to not only win his first premier-class race, and his second, but also his third.

As a result of his stunning 1-1-2 career Mission SuperTwins start, Kopp comes to California with the Grand National Championship points lead. The Ventura Short Track – a race he won in KICKER AFT Singles action back in 2023 – provides another opportunity to cement himself a genuine title threat and draw nearer to Brad Andres’ record of five rookie GNC Main Event wins.

But don’t expect Daniels and company to simply move aside for the emergent challenger, particularly at a track where the class champ has previously stood atop the podium himself (also in 2023).

 

The Rider to Beat

With all due apologies to Daniels and Kopp, however, the rider most deserving of pre-race favorite honors is two-time Grand National Champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Jacob Construction/Parts Plus Harley-Davidson XG750R).

Six of those nine straight Short Track wins reeled in by the XG750R were secured by Bauman, including the one he picked up here at Ventura Raceway a year ago. Additionally, the California native also obliterated the competition at the venue the prior year, then armed with a KTM 790 Duke.

Bauman’s ‘26 title campaign has gotten off to a slower-than-anticipated start as a result of uncharacteristic finishes of seventh and sixth in Daytona. However, he returned to the podium in Georgia and should continue to flex his true force as he and new crew chief Bryan Bigelow get more time to gel.

With over a month between rounds to continue to build that bond, expect Bauman prove formidable in Ventura once more.

 

Harley-Davidson Vs. Yamaha (Continued)

As the respective reigning champion, points leader, and defending race winner, Daniels, Kopp, and Bauman stand as the headliners. However, they are not alone in defending the honors of Yamaha and Harley-Davidson.

17-time premier-class race winner Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) has finished inside the top five the last two times the series hit the Pacific Coast, including a fourth last season that saw him finish just over a second back of the win.

Robinson also has an ace up his sleeve in Ventura native Kayl Kolkman. Besides wrenching Robinson’s bikes, Kolkman proved beyond question he knows the quick way around the track, having clocked the fastest time in practice and qualifying sessions on multiple occasions in past visits to Ventura Raceway.

Meanwhile, Mission SuperTwins rookie Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust Advisors Harley-Davidson XG750R) has flashed frontrunning speed himself, furthering Harley-Davidson’s ambition to reclaim the dominant position it enjoyed in the sport for so many decades.

Daniels won’t be alone in fighting to prevent that possibility. Along with premier-class podium finishers Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Yamaha MT-07), Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Yamaha MT-07), and Chad Cose (No. 49 Parker Racing/Pro Roofing Yamaha MT-07, Mission SuperTwins race winner Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Dick Ford Racing/Mission Foods Yamaha MT-07) will make his first appearance of the season this weekend.

Rounding out that strength is Canadian Hunter Bauer (No. 24 G&G Racing/Yamaha Racing MT07), who is slated to make his debut with the G&G Racing Yamaha squad this weekend.

 

But Really, It’s Anybody’s Game

As previously mentioned, KTM has enjoyed its fair share of success at Ventura Raceway. In addition to Bauman’s victory two years back, Jarod VanDerKooi guided the Duke to a close third in last year’s showdown.

The bike’s preeminent pilot of the present, Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke), has not fared quite so well in Ventura, however. Last year’s seventh was his best finish yet at the venue, a modest record he’ll look to rectify this weekend.

Form is on his side. Fisher is off to a fine start in 2026, logging three straight top fives, including a podium in Daytona.

Several others stand a real chance to shine as well, especially at a track that hasn’t elevated one particular platform above the rest.

As stated above, Yamaha, KTM, and Harley have each taken one win apiece at Ventura Raceway. On top of that, the now-retired Indian FTR750 and present-day challengers Royal Enfield Twins FT and Suzuki GSX-8S have finished inside the top five at the track.

That track record of parity bodes well for the likes of Springfield winner Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods Honda CB750 Hornet), 2019 KICKER AFT Singles champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Parts Bros/D&D Cycles/Fairway Ford Aprilia Tuareg 660), and premier-class rookie Evan Renshaw (No. 95 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650).

 

A Night to Remember 

As if the world-class racing and remarkable beachside vibes weren’t enough, there will be plenty more reasons to celebrate at the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track.

The day will feature a pair of Thrashed Kids Freestyle Shows headlined by X Games Gold Medalist and Ventura Short Track Grand Marshal Tyler Bereman.

The event will also serve to honor the lives of Ventura native and Landspeed legend Chris Raschke (1964-2005) via “Chris Raschke Day,” and Salinas native and flat tracker Jess Garcia (1993-2020) with the Jess Garcia Memorial Challenge featuring the fastest four KICKER AFT Singles racers.

Fans can also expect a multitude of vendors, big screen viewing, designated motorcycle parking, and a variety of food and beverage options.

 

Get Your Tickets Today

General Admission tickets are just $50 (kids 12 and under free) all taxes and fees included. Reserved Grandstand tickets are just $15 more (all ages). Students with proof of a valid student ID can purchase a General Admission ticket for just $30 at the door. There’s also a Military/First Responder Discount available, allowing GOVX fans to purchase tickets at reduced rates.

The Opening Ceremonies Trackside Fan Experience is available for purchase for $135 (all ages) or $95 as an add-on. This premium option includes GA seating, full event pit access, a guided tour of the infield podium and start/finish line with photos opps, and up-close viewing of Opening Ceremonies and a portion of the night’s race action.

And don’t miss out on the 805 Pit Party, a premium ticket add-on designed to elevate raceday hospitality. Available for $75, the 805 Pit Party provides guests with access to a dedicated hospitality area featuring a variety of beverage options, along with snacks available throughout the event.

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-ventura-short-track-168769 to reserve your seats today.

Gates will open for fans at 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT.

CVMA Racing Round 7 live on YouTube with 951 Live

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CVMA Racing Round 7 live on YouTube with 951 Live

We’re excited to announce that CVMA Round 7 will be streamed live!

Round 7 Saturday:

https://youtube.com/live/pPkYq8YEX1A?feature=share

 

Round 7 Sunday:

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Subscribe to the 951 Live YouTube Channel to get notified as soon as we go live. And please encourage your friends, family, and motorcycle racing fansto subscribe and tune in for most races.

Moto2: Veijer Takes Pole Position At Jerez

Collin Veijer (95) at Jerez. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

Collin Veijer earned pole position during Moto2 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Red Bull KTM Ajo Kalex on Pirelli control tires, Veijer turned a 1:39.101 to top the field of 28 riders.

Alex Escrig was second-best with a 1:39.158 on his KLINT Racing Team Forward.

Manuel Gonzalez claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:39.196 on his Liqui Moly Dynavolt IntactGP Kalex.

His teammate, Senna Agius got fourth with a lap time of 1:39.255 and Alonso Lopez was fifth on his ITALJET Gresini Kalex with a time of 1:39.256.  

American Joe Roberts qualified 20th on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex with a lap time of 1:40.119. 

 

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Veijer clinches historic debut Moto2 pole. The Dutchman is the first polesitter in the class since 1991 as Escrig and Gonzalez complete the front row.

For the first time since the 1991 Japanese GP, a Dutchman will line up on pole position in the Moto2 class after Collin Veijer (Red Bull KTM Ajo) stuck his Kalex-Triumph next to the P1 board in Saturday’s parc ferme in Jerez. Veijer set a 1:39.101 in an incredibly competitive pole shootout which saw Alex Escrig (KLINT Racing Team) and championship leader Manuel Gonzalez (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) complete a front row split by just 0.095s.

 

From left to right with Alex Escrig, Collin Veijer and Manuel Gonzalez. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

 

Austin winner and Friday’s pacesetter Senna Agius (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) spearheads the second row in P4 having led for some of Q2, and joining the in-form Australian behind the front row are Alonso Lopez (ITALJET Gresini Moto2) and David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team), with the Colombian’s teammate Daniel Holgado lining up a place behind him in P7. Can the Aspar duo challenge for the victory from there?

Barry Baltus (REDS Fantic Racing) went into Q2 as one of the favourites for pole, but the Belgian couldn’t repeat his feat from Austin last time out – the #7 launches from P8. Izan Guevara (BLU CRU Pramac Yamaha Moto2), the rider second in the championship, qualified in P9 but with the three-place grid penalty added, the Spaniard has a tough task on Sunday from P12 on the grid.

A compelling grid then for the Moto2 Spanish Grand Prix. Tune in at 12:15 local time (UTC +2) to see how the latest battle unfolds! 

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Moto3: Quiles Claims Pole Position In Spain

Maximo Quiles (28) at Jerez. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

Maximo Quiles earned pole position during Moto3 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team KTM on Pirelli control tires, Quiles topped the 26-rider field with a lap time of 1:44.070.

David Muñoz was the best of the rest with a 1:44.445 on his Liqui Moly Dynavolt IntactGP KTM, and Red Bull KTM Ajo’s Alvaro Carpe claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:44.655.

Row-two qualifiers LEVEL UP – MTA’s Joel Esteban (1:44.836), Carpe’s teammate, Brian Uriarte (1:45.049) and Leopard Racing’s Adrian Fernandez  (1:45.049).

 

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Quiles storms to home turf pole in Jerez. The #28 pulls clear of Muñoz and Carpe as home heroes lock out the front row.

Maximo Quiles (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) slammed in a 1:44.070 to pull an impressive 0.375 clear for pole position in Jerez, with conditions drying out by qualifying for Moto3 and the #28 proving unstoppable.

David Muñoz (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) takes second as he returns from injury an immediately makes a mark, with Alvaro Carpe (Red Bull KTM Ajo) completing the top three and front row.

 

From left to right with David Muñoz, Maximo Quiles and Alvaro Carpe. Photo courtesy Pirelli.

 

After wet conditions on Saturday morning, the lightweight class were able to enjoy a fully dry Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto, although the laptimes are split by some bigger gaps than usually seen in Moto3 as the field adapted. Quiles’ 1:44.070 is closer to the lap record – a 1:43.710 – than Muñoz is to the polesitter, and Carpe takes the front row by just over half a second off pole.

Row 2 is more home crowd heroes as Joel Esteban (LEVELUP- MTA) takes P4 ahead of rookie Brian Uriarte (Red Bull KTM Ajo), with Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) sixth – on exactly the same best laptime as Uriarte. Despite racing two different machines, both set a 1:45.049. Fernandez also crashed in Q2, losing the chance to improve further.

Joal Kelso (GRYD – MLav Racing), David Almansa (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) and Matteo Bertelle (LEVELUP – MTA) are on Row 3, with Malaysian Hakim Danish completing the top ten for AEON Credit – MT Helmets – MSI.

Check out full results from Moto3 qualifying at Jerez and tune in on Sunday for the race from 11:00 (GMT +2).

MotoGP: M.Marquez On pole Position At Jerez

Marc Marquez (93) at Jerez. Photo courtesy Ducati Team.

Marc Marquez mastered tricky conditions to claim pole position during MotoGP qualifying Saturday at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP26 on the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track, Marquez turned a 1:48.087 to top the 23-rider field.

Johann Zarco was the best of the rest with a 1:48.227 on his Castrol Honda LCR RC213V, and Fabio Di Giananntonio claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:49.097 on his Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP26.

Row-two qualifiers included Aprilia Racing’s Marco Bezzecchi (1:49.115), BK8 Gresini Ducati’s Alex Marquez (1:49.146) and Red Bull KTM Factory’s Pedro Acosta (1:49.230).

 

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More from a press release issued by MotoGP:

Marc Marquez denies Zarco in damp pole shootout. The Spanish GP’s qualifying session was a tasty affair but it gave the home crowd what they wanted as the #93 took a first pole of the year.

Making his mark on home turf, Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) was able to bag a first pole of the 2026 season in what was a classic head-to-head battle for qualifying supremacy. Johann Zarco (Castrol Honda LCR) will line up in the middle of the front row despite a heroic effort whilst top Ducati in the standings Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) completes the front row.

 

From left to right with Johann Zarco, Marc Marquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Photo courtesy MotoGP.

 

It was damp conditions as Q1 got underway at Jerez and instantly, it caught out big names. Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) was an early crasher before he was joined by Diogo Moreira (Pro Honda LCR) who wasn’t able to set a lap time and Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), the latter just missing the cut. With a good feel for the conditions, Zarco and Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) graduated to join the Q2 pole battle and had the experience – and perhaps the advantage – of understanding the latest of the tricky conditions.

After a small delay to the session due to track conditions following Morbidelli’s smoking Ducati at the end of Q1, the riders hit the track, all out on wet tyres but a dry line was appearing. Halfway into the session and it was Marc Marquez who was leading the way but the same joy wasn’t reached for his brother Alex, who crashed at Turn 9 with seven minutes on the clock. Provisionally joining the #93 on the front row, whilst Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) was third but crashed at Turn 1 and was soon bumped down the order by a flying Zarco who went into P1.

Looking to take Honda’s first pole since 2023, Zarco’s hopes of a first pole in 4 years were dashed when Marc Marquez pulled out a mighty lap time to take a first pole position since the Hungarian GP last year. Zarco was pushing hard on the final lap but had to settle for P2 after a mistake in the final corner saw the Frenchman nearly lose the front. Rounding out the front row, Di Giannantonio, who despite being more than a second off, managed to sneak ahead of Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) who heads up the second row, ahead of Alex Marquez and Acosta.

A crash left Martin in the gravel and unable to improve on his lap time, rooting him to seventh and the third row, joined by Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) who also fell, this time at Turn 8, and Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP Team), the third of the Aprilias. More qualifying struggles left double World Champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) on the fourth row in P10, ahead of Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP Team) and Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) who suffered a second crash of the day – this time at Turn 8, having fallen at Turn 13 in FP2.

With the grid set, attention turns to the Tissot Sprint! Lights out at 15:00 Local Time (UTC +2), don’t miss it!

 

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MotoGP: Acosta Is Best In Saturday Practice In Spain

Pedro Acosta (37) at Jerez. Photo courtesy KTM Factory.

Pedro Acosta led MotoGP World Championship wet Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing RC16 on spec Michelin tires, the Spaniard turned a lap time of 1:48.862 to lead the 23-rider field.

Marc Marquez was the best of the rest with a 1:49.373 on his Lenovo Ducati Desmosedici GP26.

Johann Zarco was third at 1:49.580 on his Castrol Honda LCR RC213V.

Marco Bezzecchi finished the session fourth with a 1:49.640 on his Aprilia Racing RS-GP26 ans his teammate, Jorge Martin got fifth with a lap time of 1:49.757.

 

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Moto2: Arbolino Tops Final Practice At Jerez

Tony Arbolino (14) at Jerez. Photo courtesy Fantic.

Tony Arbolino was quickest during Moto2 World Championship Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Riding his Pirelli-shod REDS Fantic Racing Kalex on the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track, the Italian recorded a 1:53.516 to lead the field of 28 riders.

Mario Aji was the best of the rest with a 1:54.090 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.

Arbolino’s teammate, Barry Baltus was third-fastest with a 1:54.149.

American Joe Roberts finished Saturday morning’s practice session 16th with a best time of 1:56.701 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.

 

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Moto3: Quiles Heads Saturday Practice At Jerez

Maximo Quiles (28) at Jerez. Photo courtesy Aspar Team.

Maximo Quiles led Moto3 World Championship Free Practice Two (FP2) Saturday morning, at Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, in Spain. Quiles used his Pirelli-shod CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team KTM to lap the 2.75-mile (4.42 km) track in 1:56.098 to lead the field of 26 riders.

Red Bull KTM Ajo’s Brian Uriarte was second-best with a time of 1:56.517.

Joel Esteban, piloting his LEVEL UP – MTA KTM, claimed the third and final spot on the front with a lap time of 1:56.731.

 

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BSB: Ryde Tops Oulton Park Test Ahead of Season Opener

Kyle Ryde (1) at Oulton Park. Photo courtesy BSB.

Defending champion Kyle Ryde topped the times in the final pre-season action ahead of the 2026 British Superbike Championship opener at Oulton Park (May 2/3/4).

The Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducati rider saved his best until last with his final lap of the R&G Official Test displacing Scott Redding and the Hager PBM Racing Team from the leading position by 0.259s.

There was a trading of blows throughout the final session at the top of the times, with the three champions, Ryde, Redding and Ray, trading places with Storm Stacey also in the mix on the Bathams AJN Racing Ducati after setting the pace on the opening day.

Glenn Irwin completed the top five on the second of the Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducatis ahead of another previous champion, Leon Haslam as he edged out the AJN Steelstock bimota of Max Cook for sixth place.

Rory Skinner was the fastest of the Cheshire Mouldings Yamahas in eighth place ahead of Honda Racing UK’s Ryan Vickers and Charlie Nesbitt completed the top ten for TAG Honda.

Joe Talbot crashed in the penultimate session of the test at Old Hall; he was conscious and taken to the medical centre for an initial assessment. The AJN Steelstock bimota rider was transferred to Stoke Hospital, where latest scans and further assessments reveal no fractures and it is likely he will remain in hospital overnight for observation.

British Superbike Championship, R&G Official Test, Oulton Park, combined result:

  1. Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing) 1m:32.913s
  2. Scott Redding (Hager PBM Racing Team) +0.259s
  3. Bradley Ray (McAMS Yamaha) +0.705s
  4. Storm Stacey (Bathams AJN Racing Ducati) +0.807s
  5. Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Coin Nitrous Competitions Racing) +1.041s
  6. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Racing) +1.158s
  7. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock bimota) +1.280s
  8. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Yamaha) +1.536s
  9. Ryan Vickers (Honda Racing UK) +1.578s
  10. Charlie Nesbitt (TAG Honda) +1.684s

For more information visit www.britishsuperbike.com

MotoAmerica: Olmedo’s Miracle Recovery Leads To Twins Podium

Kevin Olmedo (116) and teammate Isaac Woodworth (27) vs. Chris Parrish (128) at Road Atlanta. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Editorial Note: Four years ago, Kevin Olmedo was partially paralyzed and diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare and sometimes fatal disorder in which the immune system attacks the body’s nerves. A day after being hospitalized, Olmedo couldn’t eat or blink or even close his eyelids, which were taped closed so he could fall asleep. It took him nine months before he could walk again. He’s still not 100%, but his long and difficult recovery culminated in a podium finish in a MotoAmerica Twins Cup race at Road Atlanta last weekend...

 

Karns Performance Racing Scores Podium, Pair of Top Fives, and Rookie Breakthrough at Road Atlanta

Round 2 of the MotoAmerica season at Road Atlanta delivered another strong weekend for Karns Performance Racing, highlighted by a podium finish from Kevin Olmedo, consistent front-running pace from Isaac Woodworth, and a breakthrough top-10 result for Twins Cup rookie Solly Mervis.

Road Atlanta proved to be a demanding battleground, but the team showed speed, resilience, and continued progress as momentum builds early in the 2026 campaign.

Olmedo overcame adversity all weekend to earn a hard-fought podium finish. Confident from the outset at a circuit where he had prior experience, he quickly adapted to the Karns Suzuki GSX-8R and felt comfortable with the setup. However, a qualifying crash left him managing pain in his right ankle and caused significant damage to the motorcycle.

The Karns Performance Racing crew responded immediately, working tirelessly to repair the bike and return it to race-ready condition.

Starting eighth on the grid in Race 1, Olmedo surged to third on the opening lap before suffering a rear tire issue that forced him off track and out of contention. Sunday’s changing weather conditions created new challenges, but the team continued working through setup adjustments.

In Race 2, Olmedo again started from eighth. After an initial poor launch, he regrouped and stayed with the lead pack. A red flag restart created another opportunity, and he capitalized with a stronger second start. In an intense closing battle, Olmedo made a last-corner pass to secure third place and bring home another podium for the team.

“It was a fun race battling and passing each other,” said Olmedo. “I really appreciate all the support, and I want to continue improving and bring home more podiums this season.”

Kevin Olmedo and his wife Luisa pose with Olmedo’s dad Angel Omedo (foreground) and the Karns crew, including (from left) sponsor Brandon Meck, crew chief Jose Archeval (blue shirt), Dennis King, Jason Karns and his daughter Tori, teammate Solly Mervis, and electronics engineer Emerson Amaya.

Woodworth continued his impressive form with two fifth-place finishes, once again showing race pace and determination throughout the weekend. In Race 1, he lost positions off the start but charged back through the field with a series of decisive passes to secure P5. In Race 2, Woodworth immediately placed himself in contention, running third before a red flag reset the race. Following the restart, he launched well and remained in the fight for the podium before crossing the line fifth once again.

Isaac Woodworth (27) in action on his Karns Suzuki GSX-8R at Road Atlanta. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

“Overall, the speed is there, and we’re continuing to build,” said Woodworth. “We’re focused on putting everything together in qualifying and bringing more aggression into the races as we head into the next round.”

Mervis also delivered a milestone weekend, earning his first MotoAmerica Twins Cup top-10 finish and continuing his rapid progression as a rookie in one of the most competitive classes in the paddock.

“I had a solid weekend and learned more and more about my Karns Performance / Ice Barn Racing Suzuki GSX-8R,” said Mervis. “I want to thank Jason and the entire Karns team for putting in the work to make my bike the best it can be. I especially want to thank Danny Walker, Nick Daniels, and Thor Thomas on the Ice Barn Racing crew for their exceptional effort all weekend. I’m looking forward to getting back on the GSX-8R at Barber Motorsports Park when MotoAmerica resumes in May.”

Solly Mervis (25) in Twins Cup at Road Atlanta. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Team principle Jason Karns said “With a podium finish, multiple top-five finishes, another key rookie milestone achieved, and overcoming significate adversity early in the weekend, Karns Performance Racing leaves Road Atlanta with confidence and momentum heading into the next round of the MotoAmerica championship.”

Karns Performance Racing thanks all sponsors, partners, crew members, and supporters for their continued commitment throughout the 2026 season.

 

AFT: SuperTwins Set for Ventura Raceway Showdown

Briar Bauman racing his Harley-Davidson XG750R at Ventura Raceway in 2025. Photo by Tim Lester for AMA Pro Racing.

Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will descend on Ventura Raceway for the fourth annual Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by 805 Beer this Saturday, April 25.

While still a relative newcomer on the Progressive AFT scene, Ventura, California, has quickly established itself a dirt track destination. Combining breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, jam-packed grandstands, and thrilling action, the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track is a singular highlight of the Grand National Championship calendar.

 

Venture Forth

Reigning Mission AFT SuperTwins champion Dallas Daniels (No. 1 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07) comes into the weekend having earned the first victory of his title defense last time out.

The win was especially meaningful to Daniels, Estenson Racing, and Yamaha, as it represented the first time the brand had taken a premier-class victory at its home track, Senoia Raceway.

While that fact made plenty of headlines, somewhat more under the radar was the fact that it simultaneously brought about the conclusion of a remarkable streak scored by rival manufacturer Harley-Davidson.

Prior to Daniels’ triumph in Georgia, Harley-Davidson stacked up a full season’s worth of consecutive Short Track victories. The run opened with a 1-2 that marked the XG750R’s maiden Mission SuperTwins win at the ‘25 Yamaha Senoia Short Track and was rounded out with a double victory – courtesy of rookie phenom Kody Kopp (No. 12 Latus Motors Racing Harley-Davidson XG750R) – at the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II to open the ‘26 season.

The ST streak stretched out to nine consecutive Main Event wins before Daniels finally brought it to an end. The run was nearly extended to ten, as Kopp pushed Daniels to the checkered flag at Senoia, threatening to become the first rider to not only win his first premier-class race, and his second, but also his third.

As a result of his stunning 1-1-2 career Mission SuperTwins start, Kopp comes to California with the Grand National Championship points lead. The Ventura Short Track – a race he won in KICKER AFT Singles action back in 2023 – provides another opportunity to cement himself a genuine title threat and draw nearer to Brad Andres’ record of five rookie GNC Main Event wins.

But don’t expect Daniels and company to simply move aside for the emergent challenger, particularly at a track where the class champ has previously stood atop the podium himself (also in 2023).

 

The Rider to Beat

With all due apologies to Daniels and Kopp, however, the rider most deserving of pre-race favorite honors is two-time Grand National Champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Jacob Construction/Parts Plus Harley-Davidson XG750R).

Six of those nine straight Short Track wins reeled in by the XG750R were secured by Bauman, including the one he picked up here at Ventura Raceway a year ago. Additionally, the California native also obliterated the competition at the venue the prior year, then armed with a KTM 790 Duke.

Bauman’s ‘26 title campaign has gotten off to a slower-than-anticipated start as a result of uncharacteristic finishes of seventh and sixth in Daytona. However, he returned to the podium in Georgia and should continue to flex his true force as he and new crew chief Bryan Bigelow get more time to gel.

With over a month between rounds to continue to build that bond, expect Bauman prove formidable in Ventura once more.

 

Harley-Davidson Vs. Yamaha (Continued)

As the respective reigning champion, points leader, and defending race winner, Daniels, Kopp, and Bauman stand as the headliners. However, they are not alone in defending the honors of Yamaha and Harley-Davidson.

17-time premier-class race winner Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) has finished inside the top five the last two times the series hit the Pacific Coast, including a fourth last season that saw him finish just over a second back of the win.

Robinson also has an ace up his sleeve in Ventura native Kayl Kolkman. Besides wrenching Robinson’s bikes, Kolkman proved beyond question he knows the quick way around the track, having clocked the fastest time in practice and qualifying sessions on multiple occasions in past visits to Ventura Raceway.

Meanwhile, Mission SuperTwins rookie Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust Advisors Harley-Davidson XG750R) has flashed frontrunning speed himself, furthering Harley-Davidson’s ambition to reclaim the dominant position it enjoyed in the sport for so many decades.

Daniels won’t be alone in fighting to prevent that possibility. Along with premier-class podium finishers Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Yamaha MT-07), Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Yamaha MT-07), and Chad Cose (No. 49 Parker Racing/Pro Roofing Yamaha MT-07, Mission SuperTwins race winner Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Dick Ford Racing/Mission Foods Yamaha MT-07) will make his first appearance of the season this weekend.

Rounding out that strength is Canadian Hunter Bauer (No. 24 G&G Racing/Yamaha Racing MT07), who is slated to make his debut with the G&G Racing Yamaha squad this weekend.

 

But Really, It’s Anybody’s Game

As previously mentioned, KTM has enjoyed its fair share of success at Ventura Raceway. In addition to Bauman’s victory two years back, Jarod VanDerKooi guided the Duke to a close third in last year’s showdown.

The bike’s preeminent pilot of the present, Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke), has not fared quite so well in Ventura, however. Last year’s seventh was his best finish yet at the venue, a modest record he’ll look to rectify this weekend.

Form is on his side. Fisher is off to a fine start in 2026, logging three straight top fives, including a podium in Daytona.

Several others stand a real chance to shine as well, especially at a track that hasn’t elevated one particular platform above the rest.

As stated above, Yamaha, KTM, and Harley have each taken one win apiece at Ventura Raceway. On top of that, the now-retired Indian FTR750 and present-day challengers Royal Enfield Twins FT and Suzuki GSX-8S have finished inside the top five at the track.

That track record of parity bodes well for the likes of Springfield winner Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods Honda CB750 Hornet), 2019 KICKER AFT Singles champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Parts Bros/D&D Cycles/Fairway Ford Aprilia Tuareg 660), and premier-class rookie Evan Renshaw (No. 95 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650).

 

A Night to Remember 

As if the world-class racing and remarkable beachside vibes weren’t enough, there will be plenty more reasons to celebrate at the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track.

The day will feature a pair of Thrashed Kids Freestyle Shows headlined by X Games Gold Medalist and Ventura Short Track Grand Marshal Tyler Bereman.

The event will also serve to honor the lives of Ventura native and Landspeed legend Chris Raschke (1964-2005) via “Chris Raschke Day,” and Salinas native and flat tracker Jess Garcia (1993-2020) with the Jess Garcia Memorial Challenge featuring the fastest four KICKER AFT Singles racers.

Fans can also expect a multitude of vendors, big screen viewing, designated motorcycle parking, and a variety of food and beverage options.

 

Get Your Tickets Today

General Admission tickets are just $50 (kids 12 and under free) all taxes and fees included. Reserved Grandstand tickets are just $15 more (all ages). Students with proof of a valid student ID can purchase a General Admission ticket for just $30 at the door. There’s also a Military/First Responder Discount available, allowing GOVX fans to purchase tickets at reduced rates.

The Opening Ceremonies Trackside Fan Experience is available for purchase for $135 (all ages) or $95 as an add-on. This premium option includes GA seating, full event pit access, a guided tour of the infield podium and start/finish line with photos opps, and up-close viewing of Opening Ceremonies and a portion of the night’s race action.

And don’t miss out on the 805 Pit Party, a premium ticket add-on designed to elevate raceday hospitality. Available for $75, the 805 Pit Party provides guests with access to a dedicated hospitality area featuring a variety of beverage options, along with snacks available throughout the event.

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-ventura-short-track-168769 to reserve your seats today.

Gates will open for fans at 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT.

CVMA Racing Round 7 live on YouTube with 951 Live

Sawyer Lafayette (616) side by side with Nathan Gravelle (210) leading Anthony Estrada (107) (hidden) and Chris Binker (73) at the start of the CVMA Ultra Lightweight Shootout. Photo bu Caliphotography.

We’re excited to announce that CVMA Round 7 will be streamed live!

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