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Date
Thu 19th February 2026 (UTC)
Fri 20th February 2026 (Local)
Timestamp
2026-02-19T23:25:00
Time
23:25:00 UTC (10:25:00 Local)
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Australian Round Free Practice
Date
Thu 19th February 2026 (UTC)
Fri 20th February 2026 (Local)
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2026-02-19T23:25:00
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23:25:00 UTC (10:25:00 Local)Poster
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WorldSSP
Season
2026
Round
1
Status
Match Finished
Location
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
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The 2026 FIM Supersport World Championship kicks off at the legendary Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, where the 4.445 km track poses a unique challenge with its high-speed sweeping corners and extreme tire wear. The primary objective for the field in this opening 40-minute session is to adapt to a significantly revamped grid, which sees several high-profile riders transitioning from other classes and the debut of the ZXMOTO 820RR three-cylinder factory effort.
Strategically, the morning session is a crucial data-gathering exercise. The goal for the riders is to find a balance between outright speed and tire durability on the abrasive Victorian surface, which often requires a precise electronic setup to manage power delivery out of the final turn. The tactical focus for the Orelac Racing VerdNatura squad and their lead rider, Jaume Masia, is to maintain the dominant momentum seen during the official pre-season tests. Meanwhile, local hero Oli Bayliss and the PTR Triumph team aim to leverage their intimate knowledge of the circuit to secure a top-five position early. The ultimate goal for the entire 2026 roster is to establish a competitive rhythm before the afternoon's high-stakes Tissot Superpole session.
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Jaume Masia started his 2026 campaign exactly where he left off in testing, topping the first official practice session of the season on Friday, February 20, 2026. Masia’s objective was to confirm his "favorite" status early, and he delivered a clinical 1'32.607 lap on his Ducati Panigale V2. His pace was consistent throughout his long runs, signaling a warning shot to his competitors that the #5 machine will be the one to beat in the opening race.
The session highlights a competitive and diverse top five, with Philipp Oettl securing second place, just 0.151 seconds behind the Spaniard. Ondrej Vostatek impressed on the Triumph to take third, while home favorite Oli Bayliss kept the Australian fans cheered by placing his machine in fourth. The new ZXMOTO factory project also showed immediate promise, as Valentin Debise piloted the brand-new 820RR to a strong fifth-place finish. While Can Öncü and Lucas Mahias remained within striking distance in the top ten, the session was largely defined by Masia's ability to extract performance from the Ducati in the fluctuating morning temperatures.
The session highlights a competitive and diverse top five, with Philipp Oettl securing second place, just 0.151 seconds behind the Spaniard. Ondrej Vostatek impressed on the Triumph to take third, while home favorite Oli Bayliss kept the Australian fans cheered by placing his machine in fourth. The new ZXMOTO factory project also showed immediate promise, as Valentin Debise piloted the brand-new 820RR to a strong fifth-place finish. While Can Öncü and Lucas Mahias remained within striking distance in the top ten, the session was largely defined by Masia's ability to extract performance from the Ducati in the fluctuating morning temperatures.
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