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Quartararo: Just matter of getting used to pain
Fabio Quartararo showed few signs of a rider still recovering from surgery on Friday as the Frenchman stormed to the fastest time in MotoGP FP2 at the Circuit of Barcelona.
Rossi: Good for Yamaha if 2020 bike ready for Brno
Valentino Rossi feels Yamaha’s intention to bring the first evolution of its 2020 M1 to the post-race test at Brno in early August bodes well for next year, saying the Japanese factory has always followed this approach when it has “been competitive.”
Catalunya: Marquez: 'Dream team' means triple crown…
Jorge Lorenzo's arrival alongside Marc Marquez at Repsol Honda this season was soon labelled as a MotoGP 'dream team'. But while reigning five-time champion Marquez is again leading the standings after six races, triple MotoGP champion Lorenzo is yet to finish inside the top ten.
Dovizioso fast out of the box, Petrucci poised
Andrea Dovizioso says he is ‘satisfied’ with his start to the Catalunya MotoGP after going second quickest in free practice as he looks to get back to winning ways for Ducati.
Espargaro: I push, push, push… we need something big
Aleix Espargaro has once more lamented the lack of progress being made by the Aprilia team as he once more felt the effects of his bike’s lack of power during practice for the Catalunya MotoGP.
Catalunya: Zarco quashes Superbike rumour
Johann Zarco strongly rejected recent rumours that his KTM MotoGP troubles might mean he switches to the World Superbike championship, with Honda, next season.
Quartararo upstages rivals to set Catalunya MotoGP practice pace
Catalunya MotoGP - Free Practice Results (2) Fabio Quartararo once again demonstrated his deft abilities on a MotoGP machine over single lap during second free practice for
Marquez fastest out of the blocks in Catalunya MotoGP
Catalunya MotoGP - Free Practice Results (1) Marc Marquez opened up top in first free practice for the Catalunya MotoGP, the home hero seeing off the Yamaha threat of Fabio
Dovizioso buzzing from ‘incredible DTM experience’
Andrea Dovizioso says his first four-wheel racing debut was an ‘incredible experience’ after the MotoGP title contender proved competitive on his DTM debut in Misano last weekend.
Miller clear on Pramac bike, contract goals - 'big moves' for 2021
Danilo Petrucci's Mugello victory combined with an imminent decision on Andrea Dovizioso's 2020 factory Ducati team-mate, means Jack Miller's best option could well be to remain at Pramac next season.
Marquez unmoved by influence of Lorenzo HRC visit
Marc Marquez insists he won’t dwell on any changes brought about in the Repsol Honda garage as a result of struggling team-mate Jorge Lorenzo’s visit to HRC in Japan ahead of the Catalunya MotoGP.
Quartararo: I couldn’t have finished Assen race…
Fabio Quartararo has explained the reasoning behind undergoing surgery to relieve compartmental syndrome on his right arm after the Italian Grand Prix, stating it was necessary before back-to-back races at Assen and the Sachsenring.
‘Frustrated’ Vinales: We prepare good then race changes so much
Maverick Vinales has reiterated his ongoing ‘frustration’ that he cannot find his way with the set-up on the 2019 Yamaha M1, saying he continuously feels prepared heading into the race only to be off the pace over a longer distance.
Petrucci clarifies Dovi ‘help’ comment, will fight for wins
Danilo Petrucci has clarified comments suggesting he’d be willing to throw his full weight of support behind his Ducati team-mate Andrea Dovizioso in this year’s title race, insisting he is still targeting victories for the team.
Lorenzo on Japan trip: We thought about everything
Jorge Lorenzo has said he and HRC engineers considered “almost everything” when discussing possible changes to his current Honda RC213V during his three-day trip to Japan that was aimed at reversing his ailing fortunes.
Catalunya: Zarco keen for Pedrosa comments, carbon swingarm
Johann Zarco is hoping Dani Pedrosa's belated start to KTM MotoGP testing duties can help his own adaptation to the RC16.
Rossi: 'Forbidden' Motocross, Ogier visit soothes Mugello shock
After suffering one of his worst ever home MotoGP weekends, Valentino Rossi's choice of tonic came in the form a long-awaited return to his favourite motocross track, alongside Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci.
Catalunya: Rossi braced for 'another challenging weekend'
Valentino Rossi will try to turn the page on one of his worst home MotoGPs as the series moves on to Catalunya this weekend. The Italian qualified just 18th at Mugello, dropped to last place after a tangle with Joan Mir in the race and then fell on lap 8.
Petrucci: Breakthrough MotoGP win doesn’t change targets
Danilo Petrucci says his landmark victory at the Italian MotoGP last time out won’t change his targets and is already expecting Marc Marquez to be Ducati’s strongest rival in Catalunya.
Dovizioso reaches “crucial phase of the season” in MotoGP title hunt
Andrea Dovizioso sees the upcoming Catalunya MotoGP as a vital part of his season with Ducati as he focuses on ramping up world title challenge.
Catalunya: Vinales: A very special track for me
Maverick Vinales is hoping a return to Spain and racing in front of his home fans will also mean a return to the MotoGP podium.
Catalunya: Lorenzo: 'Interesting' HRC visit will help this weekend
Jorge Lorenzo has described his recent visit to HRC headquarters as "very interesting... we were able to work on many things, some which will help this weekend and some for the future.”
Terol, Herrera unveil Aspar MotoE livery
Ahead of next week's rescheduled final pre-season MotoE test, at Valencia, the Aspar team has presented its 2019 livery for Nico Terol and María Herrera.
Catalunya: Marquez: 'Bike and I are in a very good position'
Having strengthened his MotoGP title lead by splitting the factory Ducatis in their home Mugello race, Marc Marquez now heads for his home ground of Barcelona this weekend.