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Quartararo Tops Valencia ‌MotoGP Test with Yamaha Despite Offseason Changes

valencia, Spain – November⁤ 18, 2024 ‍- Fabio Quartararo set the fastest⁣ time during the MotoGP Valencia test session at 2:30 p.m.​ local time, clocking a 1:30.020 on a Yamaha,signaling a promising start to the offseason ⁣advancement ⁢period. The performance⁢ is notable as Quartararo navigates a period ‌of meaningful⁢ change within the Yamaha ‌factory team and the broader MotoGP landscape.

The Valencia test, ⁢the first major track action since the season finale,⁤ provides crucial data for teams preparing ​for the 2025 season. With rider lineups⁤ shifting and manufacturers refining their machines, these tests are vital for establishing ⁤a baseline and identifying areas for improvement before the new season begins. Quartararo’s leading time demonstrates Yamaha’s continued⁢ commitment to competitiveness, even as other manufacturers introduce substantial updates.

Here are the full results from ⁣the 2:30 p.m. session:

1. Fabio Quartararo (F), Yamaha, 1:30.020 min
2. Joan Mir⁢ (E), Honda, +0.141 sec
3. Raul Fernandez‌ (E),Aprilia,+0.204 sec
4. Pedro Acosta (L), KTM, +0.403 sec
5. Alex Marquez (E), Ducati, +0.414⁣ sec
6. Francesco‍ Bagnaia (I), Ducati, +0.447 sec
7. Luca Marini⁣ (I), Honda, +0.457 sec
8. Johann ‍Zarco (F), Honda, +0.467 sec
9. Brad Binder (ZA), KTM, +0.480 sec
10. Fabio Di Giannantonio ‍(I),Ducati,+0.533 sec
11. Maverick Vinales (E), KTM, +0.539 sec
12. Fermin Aldeguer (E), ⁣Ducati, +0.539 sec
13. Jorge Martin⁤ (E), Aprilia, +0.594 sec
14. Enea Bastianini (I), KTM, ⁢+0.598⁤ sec
15. Marco Bezzecchi (I), Aprilia, +0.642 sec
16. Alex Rins (E), Yamaha, +0.700​ sec
17. Ai Ogura (J),Aprilia,+0.733 sec
18. Jack Miller (AUS), Yamaha, +1.249 sec
19. Toprak ‍Razgatlioglu (TR),Yamaha,+2.036 sec
20. Nicolo Bulega (I), Ducati, +2.130 sec
21. Diogo Moreira (BRA), Honda, +2.811 sec
22. Celestino Vietti ⁤(I), ducati, ⁢+4.729​ sec

Valencia MotoGP Sprint: How and Where to Watch Live

Valencia, Spain -‌ MotoGP fans​ can catch the thrilling ‌sprint ⁤race at the “Motul​ Grand Prix of ⁤the⁣ Valencian⁢ Community” live this Saturday, November 15th. ​The​ 13-lap sprint is ‌scheduled to begin ‌at 3:00 p.m. Central European Time ​(CET).

The race marks the penultimate event of the 2025 MotoGP season, with ⁣championship implications still⁢ in play.Viewers ‌in Austria can tune into ServusTV, with coverage ⁢starting at​ 10:40 ​a.m. CET, including qualifying‌ sessions ⁣for Moto3 and Moto2. Swiss ‌audiences have multiple options: SRF (German), ​RTS (French), and ⁣RSI (Italian)⁢ via​ SRG, ⁢with SRF Zwei beginning ‍live ⁢coverage at⁢ 2:05 ‍p.m. CET. Streaming and app access is available through SRF Sport.⁢ RSI will broadcast ⁣qualifying on LA2 starting at ​10:45 ‌a.m. CET, followed by Moto2 qualifying and a recording of Moto3 qualifying, before airing the sprint live. RTS2 will broadcast the ‍MotoGP race live‍ on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. CET.

Detailed⁤ Broadcast Schedule:

Saturday, November‌ 15th (CET):

*⁢ 08:40 -⁤ 09:10: Moto3, FP2
* ⁢ 09:25 -‌ 09:55: Moto2, FP2
* ⁢ 10:10 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.: MotoGP, ‌FP2
* ‍ 10:50⁢ a.m. – 11:05 a.m.: MotoGP, ⁣Qualifying 1
* 11:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: MotoGP, ⁣Qualifying ​2
* ​‌ ​12:45 p.m. – 1:00⁣ p.m.: Moto3, Qualifying 1
* ‍ ⁤ 1:10 p.m. ⁣- 1:25 ⁢p.m.: ⁢Moto3, ​Qualifying 2
* ‍ 1:40 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.:‌ Moto2,⁤ Qualifying 1
* 2:05 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.: Moto2, Qualifying 2
* ​ 3:00⁢ p.m.: ‍MotoGP sprint ‍(13 laps)

Sunday, November ‌16th⁣ (CET):

* 9:40 a.m. – 9:50 ‌a.m.: MotoGP, warm-up
* ​ 11:00 a.m.: Moto3 race (20 ‌laps)
* 12:15 p.m.: Moto2 race (22 laps)
* 2:00 p.m.: MotoGP race (27 ‌laps)

Its vital to ⁢note that secondary rights agreements may allow‍ for‌ additional broadcast providers, and individual reception may⁤ vary‍ based on technology and provider channel lineups.

bagnaia Victorious in Sepang Sprint as⁣ Post-Race ​penalty⁤ Reshuffles Top Seven

SEPANG, Malaysia – Francesco ​bagnaia of Ducati stormed to victory in the MotoGP Sprint ⁢race at ‍Sepang International‌ Circuit on October 25, completing 10 laps in 19:53.725 minutes. The win marks a crucial⁣ moment in the championship battle as the season nears its conclusion.

The Sepang Sprint saw a dramatic‍ shift in the ⁢final standings following ‍a post-race penalty assessed to Fermín Aldeguer for tire‍ under-inflation.‌ Initially ⁤finishing sixth,⁢ Aldeguer was relegated to ‌seventh ⁢place with an 8-second penalty, ‍promoting Pedro Acosta ‍of KTM to third and Franco Morbidelli ⁣to fourth. This outcome significantly impacts the World Championship standings with only five ‌races remaining.

Alex Marquez ⁣finished second, trailing Bagnaia‌ by 2.259 ⁢seconds,‌ while Acosta secured third, 5.155 seconds behind the leader. The​ top ten ​were completed‌ by Morbidelli, fabio ‌Quartararo, Marco Bezzecchi, ‌Aldeguer, Johann Zarco, Enea Bastianini, and Fabio Di Giannantonio.

current World‌ Championship Standings:

1. M. Marquez,⁤ 545 points
2. A. ‍Marquez, 388 points
3. Bagnaia, 286 points
4. Bezzecchi, ⁣286 points
5. Acosta, 240 points
6. Di Giannantonio, ​216 points
7. Morbidelli, 214 ⁤points
8. Aldeguer, 186 points
9. Quartararo, ​171 points
10. R. Fernandez, 146 points

Championship Outlook:

Ducati‍ continues to lead ⁢the Constructors’ World Championship with 683 points, followed by Aprilia (349) and KTM (305).‍ The ‍Ducati Lenovo Team also holds ‌the top spot in the Team‍ World Cup with 831 points. The MotoGP season continues with ‍the ⁢Malaysian Grand Prix, where Bagnaia’s‍ victory ​will undoubtedly ⁤fuel his championship aspirations.

Ducati and Honda Lead as Rain Cuts Short‌ Sepang FP1

SEPANG, Malaysia (October 24) – A‍ promising first practice session ​for Ducati and honda riders at the Malaysian Grand Prix was abruptly halted by heavy rainfall, ⁢leaving⁢ Francesco Bagnaia second onyl⁢ to Fermín Aldeguer ‌at the close of‍ FP1.The ​session showcased competitive ‍pace from multiple manufacturers, including KTM, ⁢before the‌ downpour forced ⁣riders back to the pits with just twelve minutes remaining.

The opening‍ session at Sepang saw Aldeguer setting the pace with‍ a 2:00.199, followed closely by Bagnaia (+0.256). ‍Joan‍ Mir of Honda and Pol Espargaro on a KTM rounded out the top four,demonstrating‍ early strength ⁤from the Japanese‌ and Austrian manufacturers. This practice is crucial for establishing⁤ a⁣ baseline setup for the weekend, with ‍qualifying and the race⁤ expected to be run in varying ⁤conditions. The ‍results will dictate which ⁣riders automatically advance to Q2, impacting their starting grid position for Sunday’s race.

At the halfway point, the ⁢top ​ten ⁣consisted of Aldeguer, Bagnaia, Mir, Espargaro, Marco Bezzecchi, Luca Marini, Alex Marquez, Fabio ‍Quartararo, ⁣Pedro ⁤Acosta, and Marco Bezzecchi. Notably, no ⁤rider had yet broken ⁤the 2:00 minute barrier, with Pecco Bagnaia’s 2024 track record standing at 1:56.337.

the ⁤session wasn’t without incident; Alex Marquez ⁤crashed‌ in Turn 7 twenty minutes before the end, while⁢ Jack Miller fell ⁣in the final corner five minutes later, both riders ⁣escaping injury.⁤ As the clock ticked down, a sudden downpour ended ‌the session prematurely. A handful of‍ riders, including Quartararo, espargaro, and Bezzecchi, briefly ventured out on​ rain tires, but conditions quickly deteriorated.

Raul Fernandez struggled in‌ 19th, 1.5 seconds off the pace, while Augusto fernandez was further back in 22nd,⁣ 2.7 seconds behind.

Results ⁢MotoGP ​Sepang, FP1 (October⁤ 24)

1. Aldeguer (E), Dukes, 2:00.199 min
2. Francesco Bagnaia (I),Ducati,+0.256 sec
3. Joan Mir (E), Honda, +0.349
4. Pol Espargaro (E), KTM, +0.382
5. Marco Bezzecchi (I), Aprilia, +0.392
6. Luca Marini (I), Honda, +0.403
7. Alex Marquez (E),Ducati,+0.521
8. fabio Quartararo (F), Yamaha, +0.534
9. Jack Miller (AUS),Yamaha,+0.607
10. Pedro Acosta (L), KTM,‍ +0.664
11. Franco Morbidelli (I),Ducati,+0.964
12. Brad Binder (ZA), KTM, +1.062
13. Ai Ogura (J), Aprilia, +1.076
14. Johann Zarco (F),Honda,+1.114
15. enea Bastianini⁤ (I),KTM,+1.139
16. Miguel Oliveira (P),Yamaha,+1.200
17. Fabio ⁤Di Giannantonio (I), Ducati, +1.266
18. Alex Rins (E), ​Yamaha,‍ +1.380
19. Raul Fernandez‍ (E), Aprilia, ‌+1.558
20. Michele Pirro (I), ducati, +2.197
21. Lorenzo Savadori (I), Aprilia, +2.649
22. Augusto‌ Fernandez (E), Yamaha, +2.753
23. Somkiat Chantra ⁤(T), Honda, +2.786

Raúl Fernández secures First MotoGP Victory in Emotional Phillip Island Race

Phillip Island, Australia – October 19th – Raúl Fernández of Aprilia Racing Team achieved his maiden MotoGP victory today at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, crossing the finish line after 27 laps in 39:49.571 minutes. The win was particularly poignant for the young Spaniard, who revealed he was overcome with emotion during the final lap, crying inside his helmet.

This breakthrough win marks a notable milestone not only for Fernández and the Trackhouse Racing team but also for Aprilia, representing their 300th victory in the premier class of motorcycle racing. The result injects fresh momentum into the championship battle as the season nears its conclusion, and elevates Fernández to tenth in the World Championship standings with 146 points.

Fabio Di giannantonio (Ducati) finished second, 1.418 seconds behind Fernández, while Marco bezzecchi (aprilia) completed the podium in third, 2.410 seconds off the pace. Alex Marquez (Ducati) and Pedro Acosta (KTM) rounded out the top five.

Current World Championship Standings (after 38 of 44 races):

1. M. Marquez – 545 points
2. A. Marquez – 379 points
3. Bezzecchi – 282 points
4. bagnaia – 274 points
5. Acosta – 233 points

Key Race Results:

* 6th: Luca Marini (Honda) +7.970 sec
* 7th: Alex Rins (Yamaha) +10.671 sec
* 8th: Brad Binder (KTM) +12.270 sec
* 9th: enea Bastianini (KTM) +14.076 sec
* 10th: Pol Espargaro (KTM) +16.861 sec

Several riders faced challenges during the race, with Francesco Bagnaia finishing four laps down, and Joan Mir and Jack Miller both 18 laps behind the leader.

Championship Overview:

* Constructors’ World Championship: 1. Ducati (671 points), 2. Aprilia (345 points), 3.KTM (298 points)
* Team World Cup: 1. Ducati Lenovo Team (819 points),2.BK8 Gresini Racing (562 points), 3.Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing (424 points)

Fernández, visibly moved after the race, expressed his joy, saying, “I’m very happy – for Trackhouse, but also for Aprilia, as this is the 300th victory for them. so, congratulations to her too!” The MotoGP season continues with remaining races poised to further shape the championship outcome.

Bezzecchi Secures ⁢Phillip Island Sprint Victory as ‍Bagnaia Suffers Dramatic⁣ Setback

Phillip Island, Australia – Marco Bezzecchi of Aprilia stormed to victory in the MotoGP Sprint race at Phillip Island on October 18, completing⁢ 13​ laps in 19:03.971⁤ minutes. raúl⁢ Fernández (Aprilia) finished second, 3.149 seconds behind, while Pedro​ Acosta (KTM)​ rounded out the podium in third, ⁣trailing by ​5.310 seconds. The race delivered a stunning upset for championship contender Francesco Bagnaia, who plummeted to 19th place, finishing⁤ 32.408 ⁢seconds off the ‍pace.

This result injects important volatility⁢ into the MotoGP World Championship battle ‌with just seven races remaining. Bagnaia’s disastrous‍ performance allows championship leader Alex Marquez ‍to extend his advantage, ‍now holding 545 points. The Italian’s struggles, coupled with Bezzecchi’s‍ win and Acosta’s podium, demonstrate the intensifying competition as riders⁣ vie for⁣ the title. The Sprint results also highlight‌ Ducati’s mixed fortunes, with a strong showing ‍from Fabio Di Giannantonio in fifth overshadowed by Bagnaia’s unexpected fall and ‍Bastianini’s ⁤climb to tenth.

The top ten finishers included Jack Miller (Yamaha) in fourth, followed by Di ​Giannantonio, Alex Marquez, Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha), Luca Marini (Honda), Pol ⁢Espargaro ‍(KTM), and Enea Bastianini (KTM). Bastianini impressively gained ten positions,‌ moving up from 20th to 10th. Alex Marquez⁢ secured‍ sixth, while Quartararo,‍ Marini,⁢ and Espargaro⁤ claimed the final championship point-scoring positions.

Further down the order, ‌Joan Mir finished‌ 11th, with Johann Zarco, Alex Rins, Miguel Oliveira, and ​Franco Morbidelli⁣ completing the points. Somkiat Chantra preceded Bagnaia in 18th, while Michele ‍Pirro ‍finished 20th. ‌Fermin⁣ Aldeguer ‍retired ‍three laps down, and Brad ⁣Binder suffered a significant setback,‌ finishing 12⁣ laps‌ behind the‍ leader.

motogp Phillip Island, Sprint (October‍ 18) – Top 20:

1. Marco Bezzecchi (I), Aprilia, 19:03.971
2. Raúl Fernández ‌(E), ⁢Aprilia, +3.149 sec
3. Pedro acosta⁣ (L),⁢ KTM, +5.310
4. Jack Miller (AUS), Yamaha, +5.376
5. Fabio Di giannantonio (I), Ducati, +5.414
6. alex Marquez (E),​ Ducati, +6.109
7. Fabio Quartararo (F), ​Yamaha, +8.706
8. Luca Marini (I), Honda, +8.938
9. Pol Espargaro (E), KTM, +9.252
10. Enea Bastianini ​(I), KTM, +9.752
11. Joan Mir‍ (E), Honda,⁤ +10.231
12. Johann ⁢Zarco (F), Honda, +12.104
13. Alex Rins (E), Yamaha, +12.132
14. Miguel Oliveira ⁢(P), ⁣Yamaha, +17.494
15. Franco Morbidelli (I), Ducati, +18.967
16. Ai ⁣Ogura (J), Aprilia,⁤ +19.784
17. Lorenzo Savadori⁣ (I),Aprilia,+25.185
18. Somkiat Chantra (T), Honda, +28.945
19. Francesco‍ Bagnaia (I), Ducati, +32.408
20. Michele Pirro (I), Ducati, +35.523

World Championship standings after 37‍ of 44 ⁣races:

1. Alex Marquez, 545 Punkte
2. Marco‍ Marquez, 366
3. Francesco Bagnaia, 274
4. Marco⁢ Bezz