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2026-04-05 10:18:38
Qualifying results: British Championship RD2 – Preston Docks
Summary By: eMotoX
Jeffrey Herlings secured the fastest qualifying time at the British Championship round two held at Preston Docks, finishing half a second ahead of Conrad Mewse and Ben Watson. The top five qualifiers were all regular competitors in the MXGP class, highlighting the high calibre of riders present. This strong showing from established MXGP riders set the tone for an intense competition ahead.
In the MX2 category, Billy Askew and Charlie Heyman emerged as the pace setters, demonstrating impressive speed and control on the challenging Preston Docks circuit. Tommy Searle, competing in his group, managed a solid third place, while Glenn McCormick continued to build momentum with a sixth-place finish in the second group. These results suggest a competitive field with several riders in good form early in the season.
Notably, Jason Meara made a welcome return to racing, immediately showing he had retained his pace by qualifying 12th. Meanwhile, Martin Barr struggled to maintain consistency and ended up 18th, indicating some challenges as the season progresses. The performances of these riders add an intriguing dynamic to the upcoming races.
The qualifying results underscore the depth of talent across both MXGP and MX2 classes at this stage of the British Championship. With top riders setting fast times and returning competitors finding their rhythm, the forthcoming races at Preston Docks promise to be fiercely contested. Fans and teams alike will be keen to see how these qualifying positions translate into race day performances.
