Toruń wins first PGE Ekstraliga final match against Sparta Wrocław

In the first match of the 2026 PGE Ekstraliga speedway final, PRES Grupa Deweloperska Toruń secured a dominant 55:35 victory over Betard Sparta Wrocław at the Motoarena. Despite a two-hour delay due to rain, Toruń built a significant 20-point advantage heading into the second leg scheduled for October 4 in Wrocław. Key performers for Toruń included Mikkel Michelsen, Robert Lambert, and Emil Sajfutdinov.

Sparta Wrocław riders, including Artiom Łaguta and Maciej Janowski, struggled with track conditions and settings, with Łaguta noting that the team failed to find the right direction as the race progressed. Coach Piotr Protasiewicz expressed concern over the 20-point deficit and the potential absence of Bartłomiej Kowalski for the return leg.

In other speedway news, Orlen Oil Motor Lublin lost the first bronze medal match against Fogo Unia Leszno with a score of 44:46. The match was marked by health concerns for Motor, including an injury to Mateusz Cierniak following a crash. Meanwhile, in lower leagues, JKS Jarosław defeated Pogoń-Sokół Lubaczów 5:2, and Star II Starachowice achieved a 10:0 victory over Zenit Chmielnik.