After leaving Phillip Island empty-handed after a 'win-or-bin' last lap in Phillip Island, Maverick Vinales is 'ready to fight again' as he heads straight for Sepang in Malaysia this weekend.

Valentino Rossi marked his record 400th grand prix start by leading the opening laps at Phillip Island last weekend, before slipping back to eighth by the chequered flag.

Marc Marquez will have his first opportunity to break yet another MotoGP record in Malaysia as he moves within reach of the all-time highest points tally scored across a single season.

Jorge Lorenzo is optimistic he can return to his performance level displayed at the Japanese round in Malaysia this weekend after enduring a nightmare outing at Phillip Island.

Fabio Quartararo confirms he has avoided further injury to his left ankle following medical checks after being taken out by a high-siding Danilo Petrucci on the opening lap of the Australian MotoGP and hopes to return to full fitness for his team’s home round in Malaysia.

Miguel Oliveira is unsure if he will be able to compete in this weekend's Malaysian MotoGP after an MRI scan revealed some tendon damage to both wrists.