SBK 2026 2 2026-03-29 2026-03-29 https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/thumb/fhuzxa1740002437.jpg https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/poster/t0p0hd1633443900.jpg The final track session before Sunday's point-scoring races takes place at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve. The primary challenge for the 22-rider field is a rapidly changing track surface; as the morning sun begins to warm the asphalt, the grip levels shift, requiring riders to confirm their final electronic maps and tire choices for the high-intensity Superpole Race and the full-distance Race 2. The objective for the riders is to find a comfortable rhythm without taking unnecessary risks that could jeopardize their afternoon. Strategically, the 10-minute session is used for "last-minute checks" rather than outright lap times. The goal for Nicolò Bulega is to verify the changes made to his Ducati Panigale V4R following Saturday’s Race 1 victory, ensuring the bike remains stable through the high-speed "rollercoaster" undulations. The tactical focus for the ROKiT BMW Motorrad team and local star Miguel Oliveira is to maximize mechanical grip on the bumpy surface, which has already caused several front-end loses over the weekend. With the fans pouring into the grandstands, the ultimate goal for the elite field is to exit the pit lane with a clear mind and a bike ready for the final battles of the Portuguese Round. 2464670