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Bagnaia "raced in defence" as Ducati chatter strikes again in MotoGP

After battling with the likes of Marc Marquez, Pedro Acosta and Jorge Martin early on for the race lead, factory Ducati rider Bagnaia slipped to fifth place at the chequered flag, finishing over seven seconds behind race winner Maverick Vinales.

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Marquez COTA MotoGP sprint podium was “unexpected” as “feeling was terrible”

Marquez qualified his 2023-spec Ducati third on the grid and leaped up to second off the line behind eventual winner Maverick Vinales.

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Vinales ‘did something magic’ with Aprilia on COTA MotoGP Saturday

The Spaniard blitzed the existing lap record at the Circuit of the Americas to score his first pole of the year, which he then converted into a dominant sprint victory.

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Vinales details Aprilia MotoGP upgrade he must be “very careful” with

Vinales comes into this weekend’s third round of the season in strong form, having scored a breakthrough first win on the Aprilia in the sprint race in Portugal three weeks ago.

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MotoGP Americas GP: Martin smashes lap record in FP2

Lap times improved dramatically in the hour-long afternoon session compared to FP1 earlier today, with Martin blasting the lap record set by Francesco Bagnaia last year of 2m01.892s with a 2m01.397s.

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Aprilia analysis of Vinales Portugal crash revealed "human problem"

The Spaniard scored a first win for Aprilia since joining the marque in 2021 in the sprint race three weeks ago in Portugal and was a factor in the fight for victory in the grand prix.

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Aprilia analysis of Vinales Portugal MotoGP gearbox issue revealed “human problem”

The Spaniard scored a first win for Aprilia since joining the marque in 2021 in the sprint race three weeks ago in Portugal, and was a factor in the fight for victory in the grand prix.

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The ‘real’ race debate sparked by Vinales’ historic MotoGP sprint win

Coming into the 2024 MotoGP season, three riders stood on the edge of making history: Vinales was one with Aprilia, Alex Rins with Yamaha and Jack Miller with KTM are the others.

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MotoGP: All to know about the 2024 season - rider line-up and schedule

Francesco Bagnaia became a two-time MotoGP champion after sealing the 2023 title in the Valencia season finale last year. He edged out title rival Jorge Martin to clinch back-to-back championships in impressive fashion, as Bagnaia finished the year with a podium in each of the final seven races. Now it…

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Aprilia boss says money shouldn't be determining factor in MotoGP rider's future

Fabio Quartararo, the 2021 world champion, announced last week that he would stay at Yamaha for another two years despite speculation linking him with other teams as the Japanese manufacturer continues to struggle to be competitive.

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Aprilia boss says money shouldn't be determining factor in MotoGP rider futures

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The factors behind Quartararo's Yamaha MotoGP renewal

Before deciding to extend his contract with Yamaha - a deal announced on Friday - Fabio Quartararo had to choose between following two paths: to be competitive again as soon as possible, or to consider a more long-term and lucrative route. Yamaha's lack of progress makes it very difficult for…

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Why is the 2024 MotoGP Argentina Grand Prix cancelled?

The Argentina GP at Termas de Rio Honda was meant to represent the third round of the 2024 MotoGP season. However, on 31 January it was officially cancelled by series promoter Dorna Sports.Due to harsh government spending cuts imposed by Argentina’s new president Javier Milei, the grand prix – which…

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Aprilia needs "better bike" to be stronger in 2025 MotoGP rider market

Aprilia has gradually moved up the pecking order in MotoGP over the last few seasons, making it an attractive target for riders as nearly the entire grid reaches the end of their two-year contract cycle after 2024.

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Oliveira frustrated by "baby steps" as 2024 Aprilia MotoGP bike "not working"

Aprilia radically overhauled its V4-powered contender over the winter, with a renewed focus on aerodynamics allowing works riders Aleix Espargaro and Maverick Vinales to score sprint podiums in Qatar and Portugal respectively and emerge as contenders for victory.

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Vinales explains Portugal MotoGP race-ending gearbox issue

The Aprilia rider came into Sunday’s 25-lap grand prix in Portugal as one of the favourites for the victory, having won the sprint on Saturday.

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Vinales "closes the circle" with first Aprilia win in Portugal MotoGP sprint

Having inherited the lead on lap 12 after Francesco Bagnaia ran wide at Turn 1, Vinales resisted pressure from first Marc Marquez and then Jorge Martin to win the half-distance race at Portimao by just over a second.

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MotoGP Portuguese GP: Bastianini claims pole from Vinales, Marquez crashes

Having topped Friday’s running at the Algarve International Circuit, Bastianini carried that into Saturday to take a first pole since Austria 2022 with a 1m37.706s.

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MotoGP Portuguese GP: Marquez tops opening practice in dusty conditions

Heavy overnight rain left the Portuguese circuit covered in sand and dust for the start of Friday’s track action, with the first Moto3 practiced red-flagged and then canned due to the conditions.

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Espargaro was "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race

Espargaro was seen by many as the favourite for Sunday’s full-distance race at the Losail International Circuit, with six-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez leading the praise for the Aprilia rider after he showed stunning pace in the closing laps of the sprint to finish third.

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Espargaro "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race

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Five MotoGP riders who need a big 2024 season

The 2024 MotoGP season is almost upon us and all eyes are firmly on Marc Marquez as he makes his Ducati debut with Gresini Racing. The eight-time world champion’s move from Honda to the satellite Gresini squad has dominated headlines ever since it was first suggested last September. Following pre-season…

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MotoGP Qatar test: Bagnaia fastest from Martin

Following three days of running in Malaysia earlier this month, the MotoGP pre-season ends in Qatar just two weeks before the 2024 campaign begins at the same venue.

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MotoGP Qatar test: Bagnaia beats Ducati Martin to top opening day times

Following three days of running in Malaysia earlier this month, the MotoGP pre-season ends in Qatar just two weeks before the 2024 campaign begins at the same venue.

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Aprilia reveals its 2024 MotoGP livery

The Italian manufacturer is entering its 10th season since its return to the premier class in 2015, when it joined the grid in partnership with Gresini Racing.

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