With track conditions drying somewhat but leaving a one-lined circuit, Coppins knew that a good start would be important for the first moto.  Getting good drive out the gate he was positioned well but then a small mistake on one of the steep uphill climbs lost Coppins some valuable positions. He battled to make further progress from thereon in and had to settle for 13^th position.

Another good start had Coppins in 8^th on the first lap.  He battled with Maxi Nagl and Ken De Dycker before losing touch. He managed to conjure up a fighting spirit towards the end of the moto when David Philippaerts was making his way through the pack from a crash. Coppins held off the Italian for many laps before crossing the line in 10^th for 10^th overall.

“It was actually a very tough weekend,” admitted Coppins. “We battled with bike set up due to the different conditions but as the weekend went on the team  kept on improving the bike.  I did not ride well in the first moto and battled to find my rhythm but I was much happier with moto 2 where I got to battle with David Philippaerts for a long time.  I am looking forward to Brazil and then Lierop.  I am really motivated to put in  a good result.”