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Vierge Tops Final Day of Jerez WorldSBK Test as New Swingarm Delivers Step

Teams banked morning data in scorching heat to guide upgrades into Aragon.

Overview

  • Xavi Vierge led Wednesday at 1:38.475 after validating a new rear swingarm that he said improved rear contact and braking-entry feel.
  • Alex Lowes and Axel Bassani put Bimota second and third on Day 2 after setup and electronics work they believe will carry into the next races.
  • Toprak Razgatlioglu set the pace on Tuesday, dipping under the official race lap, and retains a 39-point championship lead over Niccolò Bulega.
  • High afternoon track temperatures, reaching around 60°C on the asphalt, curtailed running and pushed teams to prioritize morning laps.
  • Factory BMW, Bimota, Honda and Marc VDS Ducati used the private Jerez test for component checks and baseline preparation before MotorLand Aragon on Sept. 26–28.