MXGP 2026 2 2026-03-21 2026-03-21 https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/poster/a6cup11776013494.jpg The FIM Motocross World Championship makes its historic first stop in southern Spain at the Circuito di Motocross di Almonte. The primary challenge for the riders is the uncharacteristically soft, sandy surface of the Almonte track, which provides a "fresh challenge" for the first European round of the season. For Tom Vialle, the objective is to defend his red plate and maintain the momentum from the season opener in Argentina, while home hero Rubén Fernández aims to capitalize on the passionate Spanish crowd to secure a front-row gate pick. Strategically, the Qualifying Race is a high-stakes sprint where the goal is to master the track's evolution as it dries out throughout the day. The objective for Jeffrey Herlings and Romain Febvre is to find the most efficient lines through the technical rhythm sections to ensure a prime starting position for Sunday's motos. With the Almonte circuit rewarding precision over raw aggression, the tactical focus for the 30-rider field is on securing a clean start and avoiding the mid-pack congestion that often leads to early-race incidents. 2459222