Kick-off in Poland: 2026 European Speedway Championship boasts strongest line-up

Grünberg (Zielona Góra) in the Lubusz Voivodeship is the first venue for the four-race 2026 European Speedway Championship. The line-up is a real treat: no fewer than six current Grand Prix riders are in the field, and the winner will not only claim the title but also secure a permanent place in the 2027 World Championship. Alongside the Czech rider Jan Kvech, who qualified via the Challenge, and Kai Huckenbeck from Werlte, who was awarded a permanent wildcard for the European Championship, there are two further competitors in the field who have already featured as substitutes in this season’s Grand Prix, further enhancing the already strong line-up.

Jensen suspended: Sweden’s Kim Nilsson steps in

Normally, Rasmus Jensen – who won the qualifying race in Stralsund and also came out on top in the Challenge – would be taking part. However, following an emotional outburst during the final of the Danish Championship in Esbjerg, the 32-year-old was suspended for nine months by the Danish Motorcycling Union (DMU), meaning that Sweden’s Kim Nilsson moves up into the field.

The European Championship opener in Grünberg will be broadcast on Saturday evening via the paid streaming service Fanseat for €8.99. Those who secure access to all four races, including Güstrow on 5 September, will pay €29.99. Alongside Grünberg and Güstrow, the calendar features Rzeszów (PL) on 19 September and Pardubice (CZ) on 2 October.

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