P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lap times during Saturday’s opening day of the 2026 Buriram MotoGP test.
The opening day of the final 2026 MotoGP pre-season test is currently happening in Buriram, Thailand, with riders like Jorge Martin and Fabio Quartararo back on track after previous setbacks.
Unfortunately, Gresini’s Fermin Aldeguer is still recovering from a femur fracture and being replaced by Michele Pirro for the test and opening race weekend.
The testing sessions at Buriram are scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday, starting from 10am to 6pm each day, with specific session timings allocated.
Top performances so far include Marc Marquez leading the pack, followed by Francesco Bagnaia and Marco Bezzecchi, showcasing some compelling racing action in the practice rounds.
Excitement builds for the official start of the Thai season-opener next Friday, setting the stage for an adrenaline-fueled MotoGP season ahead in 2026.
