Nicolò Bulega Secures Hat-Trick at Misano, Ducati Earns 1-2 Victory
Nicolò Bulega and his Ducati Panigale V4R achieved a perfect weekend at Misano, winning all three races and leading a Ducati 1-2 finish.
- 25
- 6
- +8.915 seconds
What Happened
Nicolò Bulega and the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Team achieved a hat-trick at the Misano World Circuit, with Bulega winning all three races. Iker Lecuona finished second, securing a 1-2 victory for Ducati. Bulega set new records, including a 25th successive win in the Superbike class.
“It's a huge thrill for me. We've won in Italy at Misano. An Italian rider, with an Italian team on an Italian bike. It's hard to ask for more.”
“I can't hide the fact that I'm a bit frustrated. Compared to previous rounds, the gap to Nicolò was difficult to close this time. We'll work to try and be more competitive and aim for our first win in the next round.”
Why this matters
The victory extends Ducati's dominance in the Superbike World Championship, with Bulega's 25th successive win and the team's sixth 1-2 finish.
Terms in This Story
- Superbike
- A class of motorcycle racing that uses modified production motorcycles, known for high speeds and close competition.
- Hat-trick
- A term used in sports for three consecutive victories or achievements.
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