P1racenews AI automatic summary:
MotoGP’s first official track action of 2026 taught us plenty…
The MotoGP 2026 season kicked off with testing at Sepang, providing early insights into the competitive landscape, although the results should be taken with a grain of salt due to various factors.
Marc Marquez returned to action but his lead was not indicative of his full potential, as he focused on easing back into form and managing his recovering shoulder.
The shakedown times showed Marquez leading, followed closely by Fabio Di Giannantonio and Maverick Vinales, with other riders like Pecco Bagnaia not revealing their true speed.
Marquez downplayed the importance of topping the timesheet, emphasizing his goal of being competitive and staying close to the front group at challenging tracks like Sepang.
Despite the gap in the standings, Bagnaia was relieved with his positive start to testing, setting a promising tone for the upcoming season.
