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MotoGP: Dovizioso: We found something interesting
Andrea Dovizioso has indicated Ducati has “found something interesting” with the early version of its GP19 machine, after the Italian was competitive throughout the two-day MotoGP test at Valencia.
MotoGP: Zarco: Second day worse than expected
Amid the buzz and excitement of new machinery, teams and personnel, Johann Zarco was arguably the rider wearing a most pained expression at the end of the second day of MotoGP testing, stating his experiences with KTM’s RC16 were “worse than expected.”
MotoGP Valencia Test: Vinales fastest but 'we need to be sure'
Despite leading both days of the Valencia post-race MotoGP test, Maverick Vinales is reserving judgement on which of the two new Yamaha engines he prefers until trying them again at Jerez next week.
MotoGP: Rossi engine test: 'Yesterday there was more difference'
Third fastest while using a 2019-spec Yamaha engine on the opening day of the Valencia MotoGP test, Valentino Rossi slipped down to ninth (+0.6s) on the final day while trying a second new powerplant.
Espargaro: Aprilia knows what areas to improve on
Aleix Espargaro was left unconvinced by a new frame for his Aprilia but is eager to continue the experiment at next week’s Jerez test and is certain “we know exactly what areas to improve on” having matched his feedback with new team-mate Andrea Iannone.
2018 Valencia MotoGP test - LIVE!
Following Sunday's season-ending Valencia MotoGP, riders and teams returned to the circuit for the start of 2019 testing.
Miller to ‘start pushing’ after crazy changes in Ducati GP19 switch
Jack Miller says stepping up to the Ducati GP19, having spent this season battling on the GP17, has been a busy adapting experience as “the changes are crazy” but feels ready to start pushing the limits of the bike on day two of the Valencia MotoGP test.
MotoGP: Morbidelli: Yamaha like riding on butter
Franco Morbidelli has likened riding an M1 to “riding on butter” after the former Moto2 world champion impressed on his debut for Petronas Yamaha SRT, and caught the attention of reigning world champion Marc Marquez.
MotoGP: Zarco: Corner entry difficult, why I’m a bit slow
Johann Zarco has given his first impressions of KTM’s RC16 MotoGP racer, as the Frenchman rode to the 17 th fastest time in the first day of MotoGP testing at Valencia.
MotoGP: Vinales: Suddenly I felt much better
With a new era came a return to the top. Maverick Viñales marked his first day in grand prix racing using the #12 by finishing ahead of the rest at the Valencia test, as a new engine provided him with greater feel entering the track’s 14 turns.
Marquez: Difficult day, 2019 Honda feeling good
Marc Marquez has been battling both weather conditions and his injured left shoulder which restrained his progress on the opening day of the post-Valencia MotoGP test.
MotoGP: Petrucci: New Ducati has no negative points
Aside from jokingly noting the increased attendance at his media debrief, Danilo Petrucci stated the early version of Ducati’s GP19 has “no negative points” after his first day in official colours resulted in the eighth fastest time.
Miguel Oliveira ‘brakes’ in with KTM Tech3
Miguel Oliveira says discovering the braking power and style in MotoGP has been the biggest lesson learnt on his opening day of winter testing with the new-look KTM Tech3 Racing squad.
MotoGP: Rossi: New engine positive... but not enough
Valentino Rossi has stressed the need for Yamaha to continue working on its 2019 M1 after a “positive” first day of MotoGP testing at Valencia saw him finish with the third fastest time.
Dovizioso: Today we almost did nothing
Andrea Dovizioso feels “nothing” was successfully completed on Ducati’s first day of 2019 MotoGP testing as his programme was curtailed by heavy rain at Valencia.
2018 Valencia MotoGP test - LIVE!
Following Sunday's season-ending Valencia MotoGP, riders and teams returned to the circuit for the start of 2019 testing.
MotoGP owners Bridgepoint hires sale advisors
MotoGP’s private equity owners Bridgepoint has hired advisors Lazard on a potential sale, according to reports. Bridgepoint has called on bankers Lazard for a review of Dorna – the Spanish holding company which runs MotoGP and World Superbikes – with a view to sell in 2019.
Sepang Yamaha ready for 'historic' MotoGP debut
The new Petronas Yamaha Sepang Racing Team will make its debut during this week's Valencia test, on Tuesday and Wednesday.
MotoGP: Jonas Folger set for Yamaha test team debut at Valencia
Jonas Folger will make his debut as an Yamaha MotoGP test rider at Valencia this week.
Rossi on Valencia MotoGP crash: A s**t emotion
Valentino Rossi labelled his second crash out of a competitive position in as many races “a great, great shame,” with the 39-year old stating his inability to fit new rubber for the restarted MotoGP race at Valencia was key to the result.
Marquez: My biggest mistake of the season
Marc Marquez dismissed fears he may not be fit for the first tests of 2019 after he once again hurt his problematic left shoulder in a violent fall out of the final MotoGP race of the season at Valencia.
Rins: First MotoGP win, more Suzuki power targets before title
Alex Rins feels he must become a MotoGP race winner with Suzuki before thinking about any potential title challenges in the future as he names the team's key area of improvement heading into winter testing.
Vinales ‘nightmare first six laps’ with electronics glitch
Maverick Vinales has blamed a faulty electronic system with his Movistar Yamaha for initially wrecking his Valencia MotoGP before falling while aiming to catch the front group in wet conditions.
Miller: Valencia MotoGP red flag delay a joke
Jack Miller feels the initial Valencia race should have been red flagged five laps earlier given the worsening weather conditions and has called on changes from MotoGP race direction.