WorldSSP 2026 2 2026-03-27 2026-03-27 The battle for the grid at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve presents one of the most technical challenges of the season. The primary hurdle for the World Supersport field is navigating the "Rollercoaster" layout, where the bikes often become light and unstable over the blind crest of Turn 9 and the high-speed plunge into the final corner. The objective for the riders in this 40-minute session is to exploit the peak grip of the Pirelli qualifying rubber while maintaining a perfect line through the undulating sectors to avoid losing momentum. Strategically, the afternoon heat in Portimão often makes the asphalt slicker than the morning practice, requiring a precise adjustment in engine braking and traction control. The goal for Can Öncü is to translate his blistering practice pace into his first pole position of 2026, while the ZXMOTO Factory Evan Bros Racing squad aims to see if Valentin Debise can replicate his front-row heroics from Phillip Island. The tactical focus for the GMT94 Yamaha pair, Lucas Mahias and Roberto Garcia, is to find a clean slipstream on the main straight to shave off the final tenths of a second. The ultimate goal for the elite field is to break into the 1'42s and secure a clean getaway for Saturday’s Race 1. 2464704