The one and only qualifying sessions for the 2nd round of the FIM Superstock 1000cc Cup was held in less than perfect conditions a short time ago at the iconic Assen circuit in the Netherlands.

Fresh from his podium finish in Aragon, the honour of Pole Position went to Pedercini Kawasaki’s Lorenzo Savadori, who claimed his first ever category top spot position in the decisive qualifying session, claiming a circuit best lap in the process.

Alongside him on the grid tomorrow will be Aragon winner Leandro Mercado and his Barni Racing Team Ducati team mate Ondrej Jezek who were 2nd and 3rd respectively.

On row two, Fabio Massei (EAB Racing Team Ducati) and Kevin Valk (MTM Racing Team Kawasaki) will line up alongside Romain Lanusse (Team Pedercini Kawasaki) who complete the top 6.

3rd place finisher in round one Kyle Smith (Agro-On Wil Racedays Honda) fell in the final four minutes and will start from 9th tomorrow. Alex Schacht (EAB Racing Team Ducati) also fell and was taken to the medical centre for further checks.