Fabio Quartararo, Jack Miller and Joan Mir among those calling for deliberate slow-riding in MotoGP to be punished as severely as Moto2 and Moto3 after Friday practice at Mugello.
Franco Morbidelli leads the Yamaha challenge on day one of the Italian MotoGP despite his A-spec machine being a clear last on the top speed charts.
Alex Rins concerned when watching replays of the 2019 Mugello MotoGP race. Knows Suzuki also face a tough time on the straight due to the new ride-height devices this weekend, but factory will bring 'something' to increase top speed.
Luca Marini believes Ducati's ride-height system, sixth gear acceleration and on-gas turning have all been enhanced with the latest GP21.
Injured six time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez says 'there was a possibility after Jerez to stop again', explains why his shoulder is now a bigger limitation than the right arm fracture.
Marc Marquez says it is 'admirable' Valentino Rossi still wants to compete in MotoGP but adds, 'When I can no longer fight for wins, I will stop. I am not made to race for 15th position".
Joan Mir believes Suzuki can overcome straight-line deficit at Mugello MotoGP this weekend, 'Alex was able to do a great race in 2019, so it means our Suzukis can be competitive'
Marc Marquez heads to Mugello and first back-to-back MotoGP events since his injury comeback; 'I understand my physical limitations and know it will not be the easiest of weekends to be close to the front in the dry'
Franco Morbidelli says it's 'wonderful' to be going back to Mugello for a MotoGP event, but Covid restrictions mean this weekend 'won’t be a normal one'