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Fabio Quartararo Dominates MotoGP Free Practice 2 at Dutch GP 2025
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Fabio Quartararo set the pace in MotoGP Free Practice 2 at the Assen circuit for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix, signaling a strong start before the qualifying session. The Yamaha rider’s performance came during a crucial tire testing window, with track temperatures reaching 28°C [[1]].
Free Practice 2 Highlights
Initially, Marco Bezzecchi and Quartararo challenged the Ducati riders, but Pecco Bagnaia soon took the lead. Despite Bagnaia’s efforts to improve, the margins remained tight, with Bezzecchi close behind. Marc Márquez briefly held third position. As riders shifted their focus to long-run simulations, lap times stabilized. Pedro Acosta managed to climb to second place in the final ten minutes of the session.
In the closing moments, quartararo found a burst of speed, setting a time 0.174 seconds faster then the rest. Marc Márquez experienced some instability, with tremors at Turn 7 and a slide at Turn 12. Ultimately, Quartararo led Bagnaia, Acosta, and Bezzecchi, representing four diffrent manufacturers in the top four. Alex Márquez finished ninth, while Johann Zarco was 18th.
Did You Know? The Assen TT Circuit, also known as the “Cathedral of Speed,” has been a fixture on the motorcycle Grand prix calendar as 1949 [[2]].
Qualifying Session Preview
The top contenders and French riders secured their spots in Q2 on Friday. Fermín Aldeguer will be the only Ducati rider in Q1, facing competition from Raúl Fernández, brad Binder, and Joan Mir.
| Position | Rider | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabio Quartararo | N/A |
| 2 | Pecco Bagnaia | N/A |
| 3 | Pedro Acosta | N/A |
| 4 | Marco bezzecchi | N/A |
| 5 | Marc Márquez | N/A |
| 9 | Alex Márquez | N/A |
| 18 | Johann Zarco | N/A |
The Evolution of MotoGP Technology
MotoGP racing has consistently pushed the boundaries of motorcycle technology. From advanced engine designs to sophisticated electronics and aerodynamics, the sport serves as a testing ground for innovations that eventually trickle down to consumer motorcycles. The intense competition drives manufacturers to constantly refine their machines, resulting in faster lap times and improved safety features
