Release from 17.01.2026
Championship leader opens 40-point advantage after three rounds
Billy set the tone for the night early on by topping timed practice as he quickly adapted to the tight and technical track. Carrying that momentum into SuperPole, he delivered a faultless lap to secure the fastest time, as well as three valuable championship points.
Emerging in second place off the start in race one, Bolt immediately focused on closing down the leader in what was an intense bar-to-bar battle on the narrow circuit. Capitalising instantly when his rival made a mistake, the reigning champion moved into the lead and then controlled the remainder of the race to take a commanding victory with a 16-second margin.
Starting from the second row in race two’s reverse-grid format, Bolt initially held back to avoid early incidents before methodically working his way through the field. Calm and composed, he climbed to second place by mid-race and then engaged in another close fight for the lead. Putting the pressure on, Billy made a decisive pass with two minutes remaining and pulled clear to deliver another mistake-free ride and claim his second win of the night.
Race three saw Bolt launch off the line in second position once again, immediately setting his sights on the lead. Making confident moves during the opening lap, he stayed in close contention until a small error from the rider ahead allowed him to take over at the front. From there, Billy capitalised fully, settling into a smooth rhythm and opening a comfortable advantage to cross the line with a 16-second lead and complete a perfect night in Spain.
Enjoying another flawless weekend with a SuperPole win and three race victories, Bolt left Bilbao having once again taken the maximum available points. The result further strengthens his hold on the 2026 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship, with the Husqvarna Factory Racing rider now enjoying a commanding 40-point advantage after three rounds. Action resumes at round four of the series in Budapest, Hungary, on January 31.
Billy Bolt: “It was a really good night and I’m very happy with how things turned out. The track was extremely difficult and quite different to what we’re used to, which made it a challenging evening for everyone. Even when things didn’t feel perfect out on track, I knew the pace was there, so I stayed calm, focused on my strengths, and trusted the process. We had to make a few adjustments as the night went on, but the team did a great job, and we worked through everything well. Overall, I’m pleased with my riding and how everything is coming together. The support has been incredible once again, and the atmosphere here in Bilbao was amazing.”
Results – 2026 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship – Round 3, Spain
Prestige Overall
1. Billy Bolt (Husqvarna) 63 points
2. Jonny Walker (Triumph) 53 pts
3. Mitch Brightmore (GASGAS) 43 pts
4. Eddie Karlsson (Stark) 39 pts
5. Josep Garcia (KTM) 29 pts
Prestige Race 1
1. Billy Bolt (Husqvarna) 10 laps, 7:06.299
2. Jonny Walker (Triumph) 10 laps, 7:23.605
3. Eddie Karlsson (Stark) 10 laps, 7:49.847
6. Josep Garcia (KTM) 9 laps, 7:17.419
Prestige Race 2
1. Billy Bolt (Husqvarna) 10 laps, 7:14.327
2. Jonny Walker (Triumph) 10 laps, 7:21.385
3. Mitch Brightmore (GASGAS) 10 laps, 7:26.389
5. Josep Garcia (KTM) 10 laps, 7:54.647
Prestige Race 3
1. Billy Bolt (Husqvarna) 10 laps, 7:04.106
2. Jonny Walker (Triumph) 10 laps, 7:23.713
3. Mitch Brightmore (GASGAS) 10 laps, 7:36.436
8. Josep Garcia (KTM) 9 laps, 7:29.811
Championship Standings (After Round 3)
1. Billy Bolt (Husqvarna) 186 points
2. Jonny Walker (Triumph) 146 pts
3. Mitch Brightmore (GASGAS) 118 pts
4. Eddie Karlsson (Stark) 118 pts
5. Josep Garcia (KTM) 99 pts
10. Manuel Lettenbichler (KTM) 59 pts
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