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MotoGP Assen: Marc Marquez 19th: “I’m in pain, but I need to keep going. I need this weekend"
Marc Marquez finished day one of the Dutch MotoGP just as he had finished warm-up in Germany last Sunday, by falling from his Repsol Honda.
Honda boss’ bleak outlook: “Marc Marquez bruised and battered, obviously not happy”
Honda “respect” that Marc Marquez is “not happy” with his bike, Alberto Puig has said.
MotoGP Assen: Marco Bezzecchi keeps hold of top spot in Practice 2 as Marc Marquez crashes again
After five falls in Germany, six-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez endured another tough day after crashing in the final stages of Practice 2 at Assen, a session topped by Marco Bezzecchi for the second time today.
MotoGP Assen: Jack Miller: “You’re paid millions to be motorcycle racers, not drag companies through the dirt”
Jack Miller says riders that constantly criticise their bikes are at risk of ruining the reputation of their manufacturers, which could turn those same companies off from wanting to race in MotoGP.
MotoGP Assen: Marco Bezzecchi dominates Practice 1 as Francesco Bagnaia loses his temper
Marco Bezzecchi made a superb start to the Dutch MotoGP weekend after dominating Practice 1 ahead of Maverick Vinales.
MotoGP Assen: Ducati confirm they have agreement with Gresini, Jorge Martin set for Pramac stay
Ducati have confirmed that they will again run eight MotoGP bikes next season after reaching an agreement with Gresini.
MotoGP Assen: Marc Marquez: “If I’m here it’s because I want to work with Honda”
Rumours surrounding his MotoGP future with Honda have never been as intense as they are now, but Marc Marquez is committed to “improve the project”.
Pedro Acosta rules out staying in Moto2 as Jack Miller, Marc Marquez say “he’s ready” for MotoGP
Pedro Acosta has confirmed he plans to step up to MotoGP with KTM next season, while some of the premier class’ biggest stars say he’s ready.
MotoGP Aseen: Marc Marquez admits “I gave up a little bit” just to avoid more damage at Sachsenring
Marc Marquez will be back in action this weekend after being passed fit for the Dutch MotoGP, however, the eight-time world champion has confirmed he won’t be at his best.
MotoGP Assen: Jack Miller: “Nobody wants to hear riders complain, what I said was also about Marc Marquez”
Jack Miller has stood by his criticism of Marc Marquez, Fabio Quartararo and others following last weekend’s German MotoGP.
MotoGP Assen: Aleix Espargaro: The old Assen was ten times better!
Almost 20 years after the creation of the ‘modern’ Assen MotoGP circuit, riders and fans still fondly recall the previous Dutch TT layout.
Change of status for Friday MotoGP practice? Oliveira in favour
The revised 2023 MotoGP race weekend format, following the introduction of the new Saturday Sprint races, could be set for its first change.
MotoGP Assen: Bradl: “Lot of respect for Marc Marquez, I know the weak point of the bike”
HRC test rider Stefan Bradl, called-up to replace the injured Alex Rins at this weekend’s Dutch MotoGP, ‘cannot give riding advice’ to eight-time world champion Marc Marquez.
MotoGP Assen: Maverick Vinales relieved by engine failure analysis, lost 6-7 tenths all weekend
Analysis by Aprilia has revealed that the engine which failed for Maverick Vinales in last Sunday’s German MotoGP race had been malfunctioning all weekend.
MotoGP Assen: Jorge Martin: “There is war between factories and Michelin, can go 3-4 seconds faster”
Jorge Martin says the current speeds of MotoGP machines could be improved by a further 3-4 seconds if Michelin relaxed their tyre pressure demands.
MotoGP Assen: Fabio Quartararo to undergo X-ray after Amsterdam accident: “It's dangerous running!”
2021 MotoGP world champion Fabio Quartararo is to undergo an X-ray on his ankle after suffering an accident while running in Amsterdam, ahead of this weekend's Dutch round at Assen.
Ducati “now understand” why Alvaro Bautista makes the difference after MotoGP test
After seeing WorldSBK champion Alvaro Bautista jump onto their factory MotoGP bike, Ducati “now understand” why the Spaniard is such a good rider.
MotoGP: Jorge Lorenzo admits he would repeat Assen performance with broken collarbone
Three-time MotoGP champion Jorge Lorenzo says he would repeat his heroics from Assen 2013, which saw him finish fifth despite having surgery to repair a broken collarbone just hours before the Grand Prix.
MotoGP winner Toni Elias confirms retirement: “As I write this, I don't even know where to start”
After signalling his intention to retire after the Road America MotoAmerica Superbike round earlier this month, former MotoGP winner Toni Elias has officially bid farewell to motorcycle racing.
Alvaro Bautista finishes Misano MotoGP test “really happy”, sets strong lap times
Alvaro Bautista has concluded his private MotoGP test with Ducati at Misano after making yet more improvements on day-two.
Alvaro Bautista picks Sepang as preferred MotoGP wildcard choice, will Ducati say yes?
Alvaro Bautista admits Sepang would be his preferred option for a MotoGP wildcard later in the season, should Ducati make it a possibility.
MotoGP: Dall’Igna: Honda, Yamaha made ‘strategic mistake’ following Marc Marquez, Fabio Quartararo
Ducati Corse general manager Gigi Dall’Igna believes Honda and Yamaha made a ‘strategic mistake’ by focusing MotoGP bike development around their respective world champions Marc Marquez and Fabio Quartararo.
MotoGP Assen: Yamaha ‘will approach Assen with a clean slate’
With Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli finishing between 10th and 13th in the last two rounds, Monster Yamaha will approach this weekend’s Assen MotoGP ‘with a clean slate’.
MotoGP: Marini: Ducati 'impressive' but KTM 'strong', Japanese 'did something wrong'
Luca Marini has praised Ducati’s current MotoGP dominance as ‘impressive’, but also feels it’s been amplified by the Japanese manufacturers taking a step back.