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2019 Aragon MotoGP - Saturday LIVE!
It was a wet start to Saturday but the sun is now shining - follow live updates from today's Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP practice and qualifying sessions at MotorLand!
MotoGP clarifies track limit rules over final lap incidents
Following the fallout over the Misano Moto2 last-lap clash between Fabio Di Giannantonio and Augusto Fernandez, MotoGP has moved to clarify rules and procedures over track limit infringements which occur on the final lap of a race.
KTM: We had a conversation with Dani, but…
KTM’s Motorsport Director Pit Beirer confirmed the Austrian factory spoke to test rider Dani Pedrosa about the possibility of the Spaniard returning to the class as Johann Zarco’s replacement in 2020, but said he was quietly relieved the three-time world champion said ‘no’.
KTM: Johann put so much stress on himself
Pit Beirer, KTM Motorsport Director, has opened up on the reasons behind Johann Zarco’s failed move to KTM, stating that the Frenchman’s temperament was a factor and that the double Moto2 world champion “could not control his emotions.”
Aragon: Rossi from 'worried' to 'happy', talks Tsuji exit
The overhaul of Yamaha's MotoGP project has taken a further twist with the news that Yamaha Motor Racing president Kouichi Tsuji, no less, will be stepping down. Tsuji was joint head of the factory's MotoGP activities, alongside Yamaha Racing managing director Lin Jarvis.
Aragon: 'Great feeling' means Plan A for Marquez, expected 'warning'
Nobody could get within 1.1s of Marc Marquez during Friday MotoGP practice for his home round at Aragon. While the world champion's morning soft-tyre stunner stood unopposed, it wasn't a perfect day for the Repsol Honda rider, who fell during the afternoon.
Dovizioso optimistic for Aragon MotoGP turnaround
Andrea Dovizioso feels Ducati can respond from its Misano disappointment at Aragon this weekend despite still battling tyre issues, while team-mate Danilo Petrucci fears he faces familiar problems this weekend.
Vinales: My focus is on new parts rather than fast laps
Maverick Vinales says he spent the majority of Friday practice concentrating on finding a suitable setup with Yamaha’s new parts rather than focusing on outright fast lap times ahead of the Aragon MotoGP.
Quartararo: Marquez has pace nobody can match at Aragon
Fabio Quarataro has already dismissed anybody catching Marc Marquez at the Aragon MotoGP after his impressive practice pace and is focusing on being best of the rest this weekend.
Vinales tops FP2, Marquez leads overall despite fall
Full Aragon MotoGP FP2 results
2019 Aragon MotoGP - Friday LIVE!
Live updates from Friday's Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP practice sessions at MotorLand!
Aragon: Lorenzo: I have two-year contract, I’ll fulfil it
On Thursday at Aragon Jorge Lorenzo responded to the rumours surrounding his future that continued to swirl around by insisting the word ‘resign’ is not “in my head”. He did, however, admit, “Anything can happen.”
VR46 signs Bezzecchi, Migno for 2020
Marco Bezzecchi will join Luca Marini in the Sky Racing Team VR46 Moto2 line-up for the 2020 season, while Andrea Migno returns to Valentino Rossi's squad in the Moto3 World Championship class, alongside Celestino Vietti.
Zarco 'same speed as Quartararo', Marquez 'would podium on Aprilia'
If Johann Zarco had stayed on a Yamaha he would be showing the same speed as rookie MotoGP star Fabio Quartararo this season.
Vinales to continue Yamaha update trials at Aragon
Maverick Vinales has confirmed he will try out Yamaha’s new parts during the Aragon MotoGP race weekend but has warned due to a delicate setup he will only race with them if he can find a clear advantage compared to his standard bike.
Rossi ‘curious’ at ‘difficult test bench’
Valentino Rossi has placed great importance on the 14 th round of the MotoGP season, believing the Motorland Aragon layout will be a ‘difficult test bench’ from which Yamaha can further measure its recent progress.
KTM won't block Zarco career, Kallio 2020 audition
Red Bull KTM team manager Mike Leitner has explained why the factory reluctantly decided to replace Johann Zarco for the remaining rounds of the 2019 MotoGP season.
Di Giannantonio’s Speed Up team appeal Misano Stewards’ call - UPDATED
Updated: The FIM MotoGP Stewards’ panel has rejected the appeal by Fabio Di Giannantonio’s +Ego Speed Up team after seeing "no reason" to deviate from the original decision of no further action from the evidence provided.
Dovizioso: Riders need open mind to switch MotoGP manufacturers
Andrea Dovizioso says all riders need “a completely open mind” moving between MotoGP manufacturers but accepts every situation is different when assessing the fallout between Johann Zarco and KTM.
Marquez: Track limit penalties need to be assessed
Marc Marquez has called for track limit penalties to be examined by MotoGP rule-makers following an eventful Misano round with the Stewards effectively deciding the winner of the Moto2 race.
Aragon: 'Special moment' as Kallio steps in for Zarco
Mika Kallio steps in for Johann Zarco at Aragon, marking his first MotoGP race since 2018 knee injury.
2020 British Talent Cup calendar expansion confirmed
The 2020 British Talent Cup will cover 10 rounds and 20 races as part of its move as the new British Moto3 series running under the Bennetts British Superbike championship.