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Zarco: I feel sad… sad to be slow
Johann Zarco struggled to put a brave face on in the aftermath of Saturday’s MotoGP qualifying at the Circuit of the Americas, the Frenchman admitting he felt “sad – sad to be slow and fighting with the bike.”
Marquez keeps perfect COTA record with pole position
Full qualifying results from the Americas MotoGP Marc Marquez has retained his perfect record at Circuit of the Americas by storming to pole position ahead of Valentino Rossi and Cal Crutchlo
Dovizioso ‘positive, better than last year’
Andrea Dovizioso attempted to place a positive spin on the first day of MotoGP free practice at the Circuit of the Americas despite placing outside the all-important top ten.
MotoGP simplifies stalled bike procedure
MotoGP has changed the rules regarding stalled machines in all three grand prix classes. The simplification of the regulations follows Fabio Quartararo stalling his Petronas Yamaha as the warm-up lap began in Qatar.
Austin: Rossi wants 'important' tyre cooler on Yamaha
Friday MotoGP practice in Austin saw Honda debut its version of Ducati's rear swingarm ' t
Marquez talks swingarm device, Honda changes
By his own exulted standards during a MotoGP race weekend in the USA Marc Marquez could only manage a modest second place on Friday afternoon, a day in which he tried Honda’s new swingarm device.
Espargaro ‘Never ridden track like this, super dangerous’
Aleix Espargaro has expressed severe concerns regarding the safety of the Circuit of the Americas, stating he has “never ridden a track like this” after encountering severe bumps around the 3.4-mile layout.
Austin: Fast Friday for Vinales, Rossi
Maverick Vinales got the better of COTA favourite Marc Marquez during a phantom qualifying session at the end of Friday practice in Austin, which also saw Monster Yamaha team-mate Valentino Rossi complete the top three.
Austin: Miller studies Marquez
Jack Miller made the most of a fortuitous opportunity to follow COTA king Marc Marquez near the end of Friday afternoon's MotoGP FP2 in Austin, Texas.
Vinales knocks Marquez off top spot at Americas MotoGP
Full FP2 results at Americas MotoGP Maverick Vinales has weakened Marc Marquez’s control at the Americas MotoGP by going quickest at the end of Friday practice, as both factory Duca
Austin: Petrucci: 'Unbelievable we are riding here'
Ducati's Danilo Petrucci didn’t hold back as he described the condition of the COTA asphalt after opening MotoGP practice in Austin, Texas. Further work has been carried out to try and reduce the notorious bumps, but after setting the 13th fastest lap time Petrucci said:
Austin: Nicky Hayden's #69 retired from MotoGP
"The #69 used by 2006 world champion Nicky Hayden was officially retired from MotoGP on Friday at the Grand Prix of the Americas. Hayden's family and friends were joined by FIM President Jorge Viegas and Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta during a ceremony held in the COTA Media Center.
Marquez keeps clear of Vinales, Dovi hits trouble
Full FP1 results for the Americas MotoGP Marc Marquez has taken control at the Americas MotoGP by topping the opening session with Maverick Vinales in close company throughout, while Andrea D
Austin: Dovizioso, Marquez, Rossi talk Crutchlow jump-start
One of the hot topics for discussion among the riders in Friday evening's Safety Commission meeting at Austin will be Cal Crutchlow's recent jump-start penalty.
Austin: 'Right moment' for Rossi, Marquez handshake
Seven months after Valentino Rossi declined Marc Marquez's offer of a handshake at Misano, the multiple MotoGP champions exchanged congratulations just before the podium ceremony in Argentina.
Quartararo ‘always a bit scared arriving in Austin’
Two weeks on from his first point-scoring ride as a MotoGP rider, class rookie Fabio Quartararo believes Austin represents the biggest examination yet of his offseason preparation for the demands of the premier class.
Crutchlow: This was best track I’d ridden. And now…
Cal Crutchlow claims to have put the jump-start controversy of Argentina behind him, and has turned his sights to the Circuit of the Americas, a track he feels “could be one of the worst” of the year due to the state of its surface.
Austin: Riders doubtful of COTA bump fix
One of the main question marks for riders and teams ahead of this weekend's Austin MotoGP is the effectiveness of recent bump reduction treatment at COTA.
Vinales: We have nothing to lose
Maverick Vinales feels going on full attack to challenge for victory at the Americas MotoGP can be his only option after losing early ground in the riders’ championship as his start problems continue to bemuse both him and his Monster Yamaha squad.
Petrucci: Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha very competitive here
Danilo Petrucci is already bracing for a difficult Americas MotoGP for Ducati against his major manufacturer rivals, while he feels the Circuit of the Americas is “almost perfect for Marquez and his Honda”.
Austin: Iannone: 'knew Aprilia adventure would need time'
A MotoGP race winner at Ducati and four-time podium finisher for Suzuki, Andrea Iannone insists he and Aprilia remain 'fully dedicated' after 14-17 finishes in the opening races of 2019.
Dovizioso: Austin podium 'in some ways would count as a win'
Andrea Dovizioso hasn't been on the Austin MotoGP podium since 2015. But a competitive showing last time in Argentina - another traditionally tough track for Ducati - means the Italian is confident of achieving his target of rostrums in all three opening flyaway rounds.
Austin: Lamborghini announced as Pramac title sponsor
Following the departure of Alma, Pramac Ducati will have a famous new title sponsor for this weekend's Austin MotoGP round; Automobili Lamborghini.
Rossi: COTA most difficult, technical track of the season
Having broken a ten-race podium drought last time in Argentina, Valentino Rossi arrives in Austin eager for more silverware at 'the most difficult and technical track' of the MotoGP season.