Aleix Espargaro's dominant performance in the CRT class is rewarded with a ninth place finish and an opportunity to go level with main rival Randy de Puniet.
Marco Melandri notches up his and BMW's second World Superbike win of the season after passing Jonathan Rea on the final lap; Race one winner Checa crashes from the lead.
Jonathan Rea wins at Donington Park, but is involved in a clash with Leon Haslam and Marco Melandri at the final corner that eliminates both BMW riders.
Jonathan Rea defies a finger injury to claim a fourth career victory around the Assen circuit, ahead of Sylvain Guintoli and Eugene Laverty; Checa fails to score after tyre error.