MotoGP Features
In-depth MotoGP features and MotoGP exclusive articles from Crash.

Australian MotoGP Rider Ratings: Two 10/10 but which riders suffered their worst grades of 2022?
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following a chaotic Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island.

Five MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying at Phillip Island
Ducati once again proved too strong for its competition in qualifying trim at the Australian MotoGP, as Jorge Martin secured pole with a new lap record.

Thailand MotoGP rider ratings: Miguel Oliveira gets 10/10 but what score for Fabio Quartararo after Thailand disaster?
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following a wild Thailand MotoGP at Buriram.

Four MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying in Buriram
Ducati secured their first-ever MotoGP pole around Buriram but not with one of its big hitters, instead it was a rookie who led the way in what was an action-packed qualifying at the Thailand MotoGP.

MotoGP eco laps: Map or manual, 'we want maximum power'
Following Aleix Espargaro’s eco-map nightmare at the Japanese MotoGP, a range of MotoGP riders have explained how they save fuel on their way to the grid.

Motegi MotoGP Rider Ratings: Jack Miller the class of the field, but Fabio Quartararo gets surprise grade
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following a dramatic Japanese MotoGP at Motegi.

Five MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying at Motegi
On a day that saw Marc Marquez secure his first MotoGP pole position in three years at Motegi and championship contenders struggle, five riders shocked us with their performance, but who are they?

Aragon MotoGP Rider Ratings: Enea Bastianini shines as Marc Marquez is given a low score after double collision
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following an Aragon MotoGP that could be looked back on as the most crucial race in the 2022 title fight.

Five MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying in Aragon
On a day that saw Ducati produce even more dominance thanks to Francesco Bagnaia securing pole, plenty of shocks and surprises took place in what was an eventful qualifying at Aragon.

Misano MotoGP Rider Ratings: One 10/10 but which of the title contenders suffered the worst grade?
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following an enthralling Misano MotoGP that saw Francesco Bagnaia pip future team-mate Enea Bastianini in a photo-finish.

MotoGP Misano: Marc Marquez talks Misano test, Aragon, Doohan, 34 degrees rotation…
Marc Marquez’s healing right arm is at ‘an acceptable level’ to make a MotoGP return at Misano on Tuesday. But with the bone previously 34 degrees out of line, for a year and half, there is still ‘a long way to go’ in terms of rehabilitation.

Five MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying at Misano
As Ducati reigned supreme in yet another MotoGP qualifying session at Misano, five riders shocked us for both good and bad reasons, but who were they?

MotoGP Misano: Can anyone stop home favourite Francesco Bagnaia?
With a prime opportunity to make it four consecutive MotoGP wins, something that has not been achieved since Marc Marquez did so towards the end of 2019, Francesco Bagnaia will start this weekend’s Misano MotoGP as the clear favourite.

Rating the top five 2023 MotoGP rider moves after Joan Mir and Miguel Oliveira signings
With just a handful of seats left to be filled for the 2023 MotoGP rider line-up, Crash.net rates the best signings of the 2022 ‘Silly season’.

MotoGP Austria: Marc Marquez: I want a winning bike, future ‘depends on Honda’
Wednesday’s news that Marc Marquez has been cleared to ‘intensify his training and assess the condition of his arm on a motorcycle’ suggests a MotoGP return is not far away.

Austria MotoGP Rider Ratings: Francesco Bagnaia and Fabio Quartararo perfect, but which riders were given the worst grade?
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following an action-packed Austrian MotoGP.

Andrea Dovizioso: No regrets choosing Yamaha after Aprilia MotoGP tests
After splitting from Ducati and spending the start of 2021 on the sidelines, Andrea Dovizioso was convinced to take part in some MotoGP tests for Aprilia.

MotoGP Exclusive: Herve Poncharal: Dovi, Cal and 2012 - ‘these guys were incredible!’
Andrea Dovizioso will retire from MotoGP after Misano and be replaced by Yamaha test rider Cal Crutchlow - Herve Poncharal reflects on the Italian's career and a memorable season with both riders at Tech3 in 2012.

MotoGP: Razlan Razali: Short-term deal behind Yamaha split, Suzuki talks, Aprilia decision - Exclusive
An exclusive interview with RNF MotoGP team principal Razlan Razali covering Andrea Dovizioso’s surprise retirement, Cal Crutchlow’s return, Darryn Binder’s rookie campaign, swapping Yamaha for Aprilia next season and more.

MotoGP: What would Pol Espargaro bring to Tech3 KTM? Herve Poncharal explains…
Pol Espargaro’s MotoGP future is yet to be officially announced but the Spaniard confirmed at Silverstone has already signed for the next two years.

British MotoGP at Silverstone rider ratings: Fabio Quartararo given a dreadful score...
Crash.net journalist Robert Jones runs through the field’s rider ratings following an enthralling British MotoGP where Francesco Bagnaia held off a late charge from Maverick Vinales.

Five MotoGP riders that shocked us during qualifying at Silverstone
Aprilia and Ducati continued their Silverstone domination by claiming five of the top six positions, but here’s why some of the biggest names still managed to shock us during qualifying for the British MotoGP.

Ranking the five most impressive MotoGP riders so far in 2022, do you agree?
Aleix Espargaro and Fabio Quartararo - those are the sure-fire names, but who else makes Crash.net’s list of most impressive MotoGP riders of 2022 at the mid-season stage.

MotoGP Rider Market: With Alex Rins to LCR Honda confirmed, will Joan Mir be the next domino to fall?
With one Suzuki rider already through the door at Honda, will 2020 MotoGP champion Joan Mir be next to follow?