Free Practice (3) results from the Japanese Moto2 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Andrea Dovizioso kept his Ducati on top of the overall timesheets during a bright and sunny MotoGP Free Practice 3 at Motegi, Japan.

Free Practice (3) results from the Japanese Moto3 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Jorge Lorenzo's nightmare run continues, with the triple MotoGP champion withdrawing from the Japanese Grand Prix and in serious doubt for next weekend's Australian round.

Pedrosa fastest during a damp Free Practice 2 for the Japanese MotoGP, light rain arriving after a dry morning session at Motegi.

Mixed weather conditions at Motegi on Friday meant it was difficult for Valentino Rossi to assess Yamaha's level of competitiveness at the Japanese track.

MotoGP Legend Freddie Spencer is to assume part of the role of Mike Webb by becoming Chairman of the FIM MotoGP Stewards Panel. Webb is currently both Race Director and Chairman of the panel.

Jorge Lorenzo will miss this weekend's Japanese MotoGP after trying his injured left wrist in opening practice at Motegi.

Danilo Petrucci fears he has lost a whole day of set-up work after a 'gamble' backfired during Friday practice for the Japanese MotoGP.

Free Practice (2) results from the Japanese Moto2 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Free Practice (2) results from the Japanese Moto3 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Free Practice (1) results from the Japanese Moto2 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Dovizioso leads a dry opening practice for the Japanese MotoGP at Motegi, ahead of Crutchlow and Zarco.

There were contrasting fortunes for Ducati riders Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo during opening MotoGP practice at Motegi.

Free Practice (1) results from the Japanese Moto3 Grand Prix, round 16 of 19.

Jorge Lorenzo has suffered a fresh fitness blow after a scan on the eve of this weekend's Japanese MotoGP revealed what looks like a 'complete' fracture to his left wrist.

Motegi, venue for this weekend's Japanese MotoGP, is characterised by a series of hard-braking and acceleration areas.

HRC technical manager Takeo Yokoyama admits he is curious to hear how the RC213V compares to the Desmosedici, from 2019 signing Jorge Lorenzo.

Valentino Rossi is 'quite optimistic' of a strong performance in Japan this weekend, when the cause of Yamaha's strong showing in Thailand should become clearer.

After being 'back where we should be' at Buriram, Maverick Vinales is eager to find out if it was the revised rear tyres or new set-up configuration that made the difference.

Andrea Dovizioso stands between Marc Marquez and a MotoGP title victory at Motegi this weekend. The Ducati rider is a distant 77-points behind Marquez, but will at least delay the Honda rider's world championship celebrations if he beats the Spaniard in Japan.

Jorge Lorenzo is hoping recent foot and arm injuries will not hinder his chances in this weekend's Japanese MotoGP.

Ahead of this weekend's Japanese MotoGP, Franco Morbidelli, Takaaki Nakagami and Jorge Martin tried their hand at some Sumo wrestling in Tokyo… with predictably amusing results!

Aprilia finished sixth and last in the 2017 MotoGP constructors' championship, after losing out to new manufacturer KTM by just five points.