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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.
Catalunya: Morbidelli: We come to Barcelona with mixed feelings
Franco Morbidelli is eager to erase the DNF disappointment of his home Mugello race, during this weekend's Catalunya MotoGP.
Catalunya: 'Everything looks good' after Quartararo surgery
MotoGP rookie star Fabio Quartararo is confident he will get the green light to compete in this weekend's Catalunya round, following recent arm pump surgery.
Pedrosa heading to Goodwood Revival
MotoGP legend Dani Pedrosa will take part in the Goodwood Revival next September and make a one-off racing return in the Barry Sheene Memorial Trophy.
Dovizioso spins on second DTM outing with Audi
Ducati MotoGP rider Andrea Dovizioso saw a top 10 finish on his one-off DTM entry slip away as a spin to finish in 15 th place in race two at Misano.
Dovizioso only 1.2secs off fastest lap on DTM race debut
Ducati MotoGP rider Andrea Dovizioso left a strong impression on his car racing debut after finishing 12th in the DTM round at Misano.
Vinales: My first grand prix like 'punch in the face'
Maverick Vinales has given an insight into the training and diet regime he uses to arrive at the 'maximum point' in MotoGP.
Lorenzo’s Honda Japan visit to solve problems – Puig
Repsol Honda team manager Alberto Puig says Jorge Lorenzo’s trip to HRC’s headquarters in Japan has been set up to give him direct communication with the factory technicians as it looks to solve his riding position and feeling with the RC213V.
Mugello: Espargaro loses time in Zarco contact
Early race contact with Johann Zarco dropped Aleix Espargaro to a low of 18th place during Sunday's Italian MotoGP. The Aprilia rider then remained behind the KTM for the next ten laps, by which time they had moved into the point-scoring places.
Surprise surgery for Fabio Quartararo
MotoGP star rookie Fabio Quartararo underwent arm-pump surgery to his right forearm, at short notice, on Tuesday morning in Barcelona.