Gresini Racing made an impressive start to the MotoGP season. At the Qatar Grand Prix, Marc Márquez secured a fourth-place finish, narrowly missing the podium, while his brother Álex came in sixth. Team owner Nadia Padovani expressed her satisfaction with the performances, stating in comments quoted by the newspaper AS: “The weekend went exceptionally well…
“Crashing out from the back of the grid might seem absurd, but unfortunately, that’s the situation they find themselves in.” Honda has been advised to prioritize bike development throughout race weekends for the remainder of this season. The Japanese manufacturer currently finds itself trailing at the back of the MotoGP grid and has been urged…
Marc Marquez expresses that the learning experience from Ducati’s “benchmark” rider Pecco Bagnaia in 2024 has thus far been enjoyable after their MotoGP showdown at Jerez. In last Sunday’s 25-lap Spanish Grand Prix, the reigning double world champion and the Gresini rider engaged in a thrilling battle for victory. Ultimately, Bagnaia emerged victorious, albeit by…
Pedro Acosta: “Every week, I return home and encounter the fishermen… I witness the authenticity of life.” Pedro Acosta remains steadfast in his assurance that he won’t be swept away by the meteoric rise of his MotoGP career. Within a span of just three seasons, he clinched Moto3 and Moto2 world championships, and in his…
Franco Morbidelli Shares His Sentiments on Returning to Portimao Following His Recent Accident. Franco Morbidelli returns to Portimao this weekend, the site of his concerning crash during the preseason. In January, Morbidelli lost control of a Panigale V4S at the Portuguese track and was hospitalized after being knocked unconscious. This incident led to his absence…
In the new MotoGP season, Ducati emerged as a force to be reckoned with, especially Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati). With a flawless streak of podium finishes, last year’s runner-up has already taken the lead in the championship race, positioning himself as one of the top contenders for the title once again. Following Martín’s outstanding performance…
Nicholas Spinelli clinched victory in a tumultuous Race 1 at Assen, fending off title contenders Toprak Razgatlioglu and Alvaro Bautista with the assistance of a red flag. Nicholas Spinelli made a daring choice by opting for intermediate tires on both the front and rear of his Panigale V4 R, a decision that set him apart…
Andrea Iannone concedes that despite labeling it as ‘the best comeback possible,’ he isn’t entirely satisfied with his results at the WorldSBK season-opener. Andrea Iannone emerged as a standout performer during the Phillip Island WorldSBK round, securing a podium finish in his debut race. Iannone clinched third place, trailing Nicolo Bulega and Andrea Locatelli in…
Marc Marquez, Jack Miller, and Maverick Vinales Discuss the Prospective Technical Rule Amendments in MotoGP for 2027. Marc Marquez continues to advocate for increased rider influence on MotoGP machinery performance in forthcoming rule changes. While nothing is confirmed, negotiations progress for the upcoming five-year cycle of technical rules, set to commence in 2027. Anticipated alterations…
Francesco Bagnaia reflected on his rollercoaster season in a conversation with SpeedWeek, from the anticipation of the championship kickoff to his triumphant victory at the Jerez GP. “At the season opener, the excitement was palpable. We carried the momentum from our 2023 Championship finish into Qatar, where we executed flawlessly, controlling every turn and lap…
