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Scott Briody dies, aged 50, after an accident ahead of MotoAmerica Stock 1000 race
Scott Briody has died, at the age of 50, after a crash on Friday during qualifying for a MotoAmerica Stock 1000 race.
Suzuki MotoGP test rider Sylvain Guintoli flirts with idea of WorldSBK return
Suzuki MotoGP test rider Sylvain Guintoli has confirmed discussions to return to WorldSBK are taking place, as are negotiations to remain in the Endurance World Championship.
‘Franco has proved everything’ in MotoGP - Luca Marini comes to Franco Morbidelli’s defence
In the midst of his worst season in MotoGP since making his debut in 2018 aboard an unfavoured Marc VDS Honda, Franco Morbidelli has been the subject of heavy criticism so far in 2022.
Valentino Rossi receives unusual tribute - an enormous helmet which has broken a world record
Valentino Rossi unveiled a sculpture of a helmet which has broken the Guinness world record for the world’s biggest.
British MotoGP at Silverstone: Who is the future of British MotoGP?
Graham, Duke, Surtees, Hailwood, Read and Sheene are all British names synonymous with the premier class of motorcycle racing.
Francesco Bagnaia refutes notion of MotoGP being too difficult to overtake; ‘if you are faster you have no problems’
Francesco Bagnaia is adamant that MotoGP does not find itself in a situation where racing is being affected by aerodynamic advances.
Keith Huewen: Log jam of MotoGP talent, ‘crying shame’ if Toprak misses out
Alex Rins’ new LCR Honda deal, whether MotoGP is in danger of missing out on new talents, how mental pressures in racing compare with previous eras and listener questions all feature on this week’s Crash.net MotoGP podcast with Keith Huewen.
Fabio Quartararo lined up for Mercedes F1 test - ‘I hope to get in the car one day’
Reigning MotoGP world champion Fabio Quartararo could be set for an end-of-season F1 test with Mercedes, according to Sky Sports.
Toprak Razgatlioglu "earning more" in WorldSBK than he would in MotoGP, claims James Toseland
“I think this is the first time in motorcycle racing history where every bike can challenge for a podium” - James Toseland believes MotoGP is the best it’s ever been in 2022, thus making a successful move across for any WorldSBK rider harder than ever.
Pecco Bagnaia dominated the Ducati Race of Champions, his first appearance since drink driving incident
Pecco Bagnaia won the Ducati Race of Champions, a reminder of his talents on his first notable comeback since a drink driving incident.
MotoGP 2022: Who is the most underrated rider of the season?
Which rider has gone under the radar and produced brilliant performances that haven’t grabbed the headlines in MotoGP 2022?
“I wasn’t ready for MotoGP but I had to take the opportunity” - Iker Lecuona
Isn’t hindsight a wonderful thing? That's surely what WorldSBK rookie Iker Lecuona was thinking after his two-year stint in MotoGP came to an end last year?
MotoGP: Italian riders training hard for ‘Race of Champions’ - Alvaro Bautista, ‘maybe Bagnaia is the favourite’, says Michael Rinaldi
Although no MotoGP or WorldSBK racing will take place this weekend, Ducati riders from both championships and WorldSSP will take part in a race to determine who is the fastest rider on a Panigale.
Official: Alex Rins joins LCR Honda for 2023 & 2024 MotoGP seasons
It’s now official, three-time MotoGP race winner Alex Rins will join LCR Honda at the end of this season after signing a two-year deal.
Keith Huewen: Suzuki scrapping EWC as well as MotoGP ‘astonishing’
Suzuki’s official exit from MotoGP and EWC, Andrea Dovizioso’s announcement that he won’t race in 2023, Marc Marquez’s injury update, Pedro Acosta’s difficult rookie Moto2 season and Francesco Bagnaia's tweet are just some of the topics on this week’s Crash.net MotoGP podcast featuring Keith Huewen.
‘I’m ready to jump!’ Toprak Razgatlioglu to take on the Mountain with Cadwell BSB visit
Reigning World Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlioglu will attend the upcoming Cadwell Park BSB round to support McAMS Yamaha - and ride some demo laps.
MotoGP: Marc Marquez takes ‘important step’ in recovery, set to begin physiotherapy
Six-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez has been cleared to enter the next stage of his recovery following a positive six-week check-up.
Breaking news: Suzuki officially ends MotoGP participation after 2022
Suzuki and Dorna have officially agreed to terminate the Japanese manufacturer’s participation in MotoGP from 2023 onwards.
How to get insider access at MotoGP™ races with MotoGP™ Premier
Introducing MotoGP™ Premier, the newest way to get closer to the fastest sport on two wheels.
Jack Miller takes a Red Bull KTM to victory in Australia…
In what he will hope is a sign of things to come in MotoGP, Jack Miller rode a Red Bull-livered KTM to victory in the Open class at the ‘Battle in the Bush’ motocross event in Conondale, Queensland.
Andrea Dovizioso: I won’t race in MotoGP next year
It comes as no great surprise, but Andrea Dovizioso has ruled out continuing in MotoGP for the 2023 season.
Keith Huewen: Francesco Bagnaia ‘idiot’ for drink driving, but it shouldn’t affect his career
Francesco Bagnaia’s Ibiza drink-driving incident, a review of the 2022 rookies and listener questions headline this week’s Crash.net MotoGP podcast featuring Keith Huewen.
EXCLUSIVE: Racing against MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi at Phillip Island, Sepang - ‘oh my god, I’ll never forget it’ - James Toseland
After racing against the legend that is Valentino Rossi - on circuits he had no prior experience on - former two-time WorldSBK champion James Toseland details the challenges he and any current WorldSBK rider could face if they switched to MotoGP.
EXCLUSIVE: Sam Lowes believes a transition to WorldSBK, not MotoGP is made easier for British talent due to the ‘attitude’ that’s adopted in the UK
Participation numbers and success remain extremely high within WorldSBK, however, that’s far from the case in MotoGP which is without a British rider for the second consecutive season. So what is the cause of this - Sam Lowes shares his thoughts.