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Pol surprised with KTM’s competitiveness at Sepang MotoGP test
Pol Espargaro says he’s “never felt so ready and never been so close” since joining KTM and has confidence the updated RC16 can be competitive from the off in 2020.
Bagnaia: Ducati GP20 helps improve my weaknesses
Francesco Bagnaia believes upgrading to the Ducati GP20 will not only benefit his weaknesses but is also an improvement on the Italian manufacturer’s own key areas.
Nakagami: I’m only at 55-60% condition so far
Takaaki Nakagami concedes he’s struggled for fitness throughout the Sepang test on his comeback from shoulder surgery which restrained his workload for LCR Honda.
MotoGP: Quartararo: In one lap we're fast, but…
Whatever he rode at Sepang, the 2019 and then 2020 Yamaha, Fabio Quartararo finished top of the timesheets on all three days. But the rider with 13 front-row starts during his rookie season already had little to prove in terms of raw speed.
Zarco: Difficult to learn new things but I’m very motivated
Johann Zarco has left the Sepang pre-season test in an upbeat frame of mind following his three-day debut on the Avintia Ducati.
MotoGP: Marquez 'suffers' physically, 'more worried' technically
When a MotoGP rider says they need more power, they are usually talking about the engine. But in world champion Marc Marquez's case, it's a healing shoulder that is holding him back.
MotoGP: Lorenzo: A shame not to ride 2020 Yamaha
Out of a potential six days at Sepang, during the Shakedown and then Official MotoGP test, Jorge Lorenzo only appeared on track for two days during his much-anticipated debut as a Yamaha test rider.
2020 Sepang MotoGP test - Day 3 as it happened
Following a Shakedown for test riders, concession manufacturers KTM and Aprilia, plus rookies, the full 2020 MotoGP grid is on the track for the first time this year at Sepang in Malaysia.
Former MotoGP star Aoki to make history in Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy
Former World Superbike winner and 500cc Grand Prix rostrum-finisher Takuma Aoki will make history by becoming the first disabled driver to compete in the Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy at the upcoming Mexico City round.
MotoGP: Dovi left with stiff neck, 'worried' by Yamaha, Suzuki
An awkward tumble from an innocent looking front-end fall left Andrea Dovizioso with a stiff neck for the remainder of day two at the Sepang MotoGP test.
MotoGP: Marquez: Fast corner, slow crash - tyre, engine priority
When news filtered back to the Sepang paddock that Marc Marquez had fallen at Turn 3, the quickest corner on the circuit (pictured earlier in the day), there were concerns about his healing shoulder.
Crutchlow: Honda engine stronger, front-end feeling a little worse
Cal Crutchlow feels Honda has made clear progress with its engine upgrades but his front-end feeling is “maybe even a little worse”.
MotoGP: Rossi 'speaks with Jorge a lot', 'better day on new M1'
Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo have been both team-mates and bitter rivals in the past, but the Spaniard's return to Yamaha as a test rider means the pair of multiple MotoGP champions are now very much 'on the same side'.
Fastest Quartararo “missing kilometres to understand” 2020 Yamaha
The Sepang test timesheet might look like it was the perfect day for Fabio Quartararo on his debut with the 2020 factory Yamaha, but he remains hungry for more time on the bike before being confident with the updated package.
Lorenzo to resume Yamaha test duty on final day at Sepang
Jorge Lorenzo will get back on track for Yamaha on the final day of the Sepang pre-season test.
Oliveira: I’m not 100% but KTM has found gains
While Miguel Oliveira is building back up his MotoGP fitness following shoulder surgery over the winter, the Red Bull KTM Tech3 rider feels the Austrian manufacturer has delivered clear improvements since he’s been out of action.
2020 Sepang MotoGP test - Day 2 as it happend
Following a Shakedown for test riders, concession manufacturers KTM and Aprilia, plus rookies, the full 2020 MotoGP grid is taking to the track for the first time this year at Sepang in Malaysia.
MotoGP: Crutchlow to persist with tricky 'scooter brake'
Cal Crutchlow will persist with a 'scooter style' handlebar-mounted rear brake lever, despite finding it 'difficult' at present. The LCR Honda rider believes it can offer an advantage over the traditional foot-operated lever, but not in the area normally expected.
Medina joins Aspar to complete 2020 MotoE grid
Alejandro Medina has been announced as the second rider at the Openbank Aspar Team in MotoE to complete its 2020 grid.
MotoGP: Rossi: Engine and chassis tweaks, feeling is different
Valentino Rossi completed his first laps with the race bikes he will use during his final season at the factory Yamaha team, as 2020 MotoGP testing got underway at Sepang.
Vinales: Yamaha getting closer on top speed
Maverick Vinales says Yamaha’s true gains in top speed weren’t shown on the opening day of the Sepang test as he looks to gradually build up his YZR-M1 during the pre-season.
Miller tops Sepang speed trap for Ducati
Jack Miller has given the thumbs up to Ducati’s new engine as he marched back the top of the speed trap at Sepang and feels the extra power hasn’t come at the expense of rideability with the GP20.
MotoGP: Quartararo top on 2019, eager for 2020 Factory debut
Fabio Quartararo began the first day of official 2020 MotoGP testing on top of the timesheets at Sepang, but was still using last year's Petronas Yamaha.
Marquez “worse than expected” on shoulder surgery return
Marc Marquez says he is worse than expected on his return to MotoGP action following his second shoulder surgery in the space of a year and feels he wouldn’t be able to complete a race distance in his current physical state.