In the second Portuguese GP, the sport’s top riders once again battled through technical special tests and extreme heat. It was not only the high temperatures and the complexity of the terrain that challenged riders and teams, but also the heavy dust, which reduced visibility both in the special tests and during transfers, further increasing the difficulty of the race.
 
The 45 km of transfer sections featured three brand-new special tests. The event opened with the technical and demanding Extreme Test, followed by the Enduro Test and Cross Test, both of which maintained a very high technical level throughout the competition. Run three times on both Saturday and Sunday, with the exception of the final Cross Test pass cancelled by the organisers, these tests determined the results of the fifth round of the 2026 World Championship.
 
Back to his best physical condition, Kyron Bacon delivered a strong performance across the special tests, showcasing all his potential. On Saturday, the Australian rider came into the race determined and made full use of his Kawasaki to secure fifth place in the Enduro2 class. On Sunday, the “Tasmanian Devil” opened the day with the second-fastest class time, then maintained a strong pace throughout the race to finish fourth in Enduro2, just shy of the podium.
 
Kyron Bacon: "I'm really happy with my weekend. We’ve made great progress and finally managed to put it all together. I set good times on both Saturday and Sunday, and that motivates me even more ahead of the French Grand Prix. I’m curious to see what we can achieve there. As always, a big thank you to the team for their excellent work throughout the weekend."
 
Enrico Garelli – Team Manager: "I’m very satisfied with both my rider and the team. We did a great job. Kyron gave everything he had, and the times reflect his ability. On Sunday, despite the extreme conditions, he managed to post top-level times: second in the first special test, then third in another. We are definitely on the right path."