Kas Beekmans set the pace as the weekend roared into action this morning, beating Ferre Fleerackers by 0.037secs.
The Dutchman’s 1min 32.828sec lap was enough to keep him ahead at the end of the session, with Rhys Stephenson third, Harrison Dessoy fourth and Ash Barnes fifth.
Pirelli National Sportbike Championship, FP1:
1. Kas Beekmans (VLR/NIWA Racing) 1min 32.828s
2. Ferre Fleerackers (B.art Racing Team) +0.037s
3. Rhys Stephenson (Rocket Racing) +0.134s
4. Harrison Dessoy (PHR Performance Triumph) +0.262s
5. Ash Barnes (Raceways Yamaha) +0.543s