HANNAH GRUNWALD Defends Women’s Speedway World Cup Crown in Croatia

April 7, 2026

• HANNAH GRUNWALD captured her second consecutive World Cup, edging compatriot CELINA LIEBMANN in the final after they tied on 11 points. The German star added this title to her groundbreaking 2025 Speedway of Nations world championship triumph.
• CELINA LIEBMANN settled for silver after winning their heat two encounter but losing twice to GRUNWALD when it mattered most. The 2023 Gold Trophy champion acknowledged the margin came down to crucial starts in the deciding races.
• Slovakia’s ANNA HAJKOVA grabbed bronze with 10 points, improving from fifth in 2025, while Australia’s TAYLA STREET reached the final with nine points, climbing from sixth place last year to finish fourth overall in competitive field.
• British sensation DEMI-BLU HARRIS dominated the under-16 250cc Gold Trophy with a perfect 12-point maximum, repeating her 2025 performance. The Ipswich-based rider credited practice sessions at Foxhall for her continued development and first official FIM championship.

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