KAYLA YAAKOV Battles In Supersport As BTR Returns With All-Female Lineup

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April 15, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • KAYLA YAAKOV, 18, sits third in Supersport points just nine back from leader Josh Herrin aboard her Rahal Ducati. The Pennsylvania native combines fearless cornering with sharp tactical awareness, positioning herself as a constant threat in the front group.
  • Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. opens its 2026 season at Road Atlanta with an all-female field of 10 riders—five Americans and five international competitors from Brazil and Canada racing personally-built Continental GT 650s.
  • The BTR program enters its sixth season emphasizing hands-on mechanical fabrication combined with professional coaching, fostering an inclusive environment for women to develop skills in national-level road racing competition.

UPCOMING:

  • MotoAmerica Supersport Round 2 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
  • Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race Season Opener at Road Atlanta

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting originally appearing on www.roadracingworld.com