Toprak Razgatlioglu put one hand on the 2025 Superbike World Championship trophy after winning race 1 at the EICMA Estoril Round.
Razgatlioglu can win his third title in the class tomorrow if he outscores Nicolo Bulega by 21 more points – ahead of the Jerez finale next weekend.
Starting from pole position with a new lap record around Estoril, Razgatlioglu was pipped to turn 1 by his title rival Nicolo Bulega.
A chaotic scene at the first corner occurred after five riders crashed, necessitating a red flag being flown by the end of the 1st lap.
Razgatlioglu is one step closer to his third title.
Author's summary: Razgatlioglu wins race 1 at Estoril.