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Crutchlow reflects on MotoGP start
The Tech 3 Yamaha rookie has shown well during the opening four races, despite having only previously raced in Qatar.
Button: MotoGP riders are out of this world
Former Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button says he is impressed by the likes of Valentino Rossi, describing MotoGP riders as 'out of this world'.
Another double DNF for Pramac
Randy de Puniet completes just one lap of his home grand prix before crashing, while Loris Capirossi gets caught out in his battle with Bautista.
PICS: Yamaha reveals anniversary livery
Yamaha will compete with a 50th anniversary-inspired red and white livery for the Dutch TT and United States Grand Prix events.
PIC: Yamaha ensure no repeat of Estoril grid mistake
The Factory Yamaha MotoGP Team has made sure there will be no repeat of the error that led to Ben Spies crashing out of the Estoril race earlier this month. In Portugal, a tool used to temporarily block the fuel overflow pipe on the grid was accidentally left in place for the race.
PIC: Slash visits Le Mans
Guitar legend Slash, formerly of Guns 'n' Roses, visited the French MotoGP at Le Mans on Sunday. Here is a picture of the American with MotoGP superstar Valentino Rossi.
Rossi hails first Ducati podium
"I knew I could beat Lorenzo, so that was my goal" - Valentino Rossi.
de Puniet: No problem with Stoner
"I'm sorry and even if his reaction was not the best, for me it's all put in the past" - Randy de Puniet
PICTURES: Pedrosa crashes after contact with Simoncelli
Dani Pedrosa and Marco Simoncelli collide at Le Mans.
Simoncelli defends Pedrosa pass
"I believe that my ride-through was a result of all the talk over the past few days," - Marco Simoncelli.
Rossi passes under yellow flag
With Race Direction handing out penalties to Casey Stoner and then Marco Simoncelli at Le Mans on Sunday - Valentino Rossi can perhaps count himself lucky to not be punished for this borderline 'pass' under a yellow flag.
Dorna signs new deal fro French Grand Prix
"We're very happy to ensure the future of the French round"
Lorenzo: Shame for Rossi to be beaten by 'kids'
"It must be a shame to be beaten by 'kids'. Every race..." - Jorge Lorenzo.
Bautista aiming for first Le Mans start
"There are still plenty of races left so we have plenty of time to show what we can do" - Alvaro Bautista.
CRT rules explained
New details emerge of how the 2012 MotoGP 'Claiming Rule' will work...
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Crutchlow posts fourth at Estoril test
"If I'd had this set-up for the race I'm sure I could have had a battle with Colin, and he was sixth, so that's really encouraging" - Cal Crutchlow.
Lorenzo gets faster in the corners
"The most important thing we improved was corner speed entry and front-end safety"
Rossi beaten at the line by Dovizioso
"I think he played with me a little, knowing that on the straight, he could probably beat me to the line" - Valentino Rossi.
Lorenzo, Simoncelli exchange words after qualifying
"Ok. I will be arrested! - Marco Simoncelli.
Race Direction decides no fault by
'Race Direction has decided that the behaviour of the track marshals was safe and appropriate...'
Stoner push start 'fixed', marshals 'should help'
"Somebody asked me if I was going to return the favour to Valentino. Valentino did this by accident. It wasn't on purpose" - Casey Stoner.
Dorna appoints advisor to CEO
"In the coming years we'll have to tackle new challenges and bring into existence the most appropriate changes to make the MotoGP World Championship even more thrilling and spectacular"