P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Warm-up results from the 2026 Catalan MotoGP at Barcelona, round 6 of 22.
Joan Mir claimed the top spot during the warm-up session for the 2026 Catalan MotoGP, showcasing strong form after challenging incidents earlier in the weekend.
Mir, the fastest in final practice on Saturday, faced adversity as he started from tenth due to a crash in the Sprint session, but demonstrated resilience by leading the warm-up.
Mir’s performance edged out Fabio Quartararo and Marco Bezzecchi, setting the stage for an intense competition in the upcoming race.
The focus during warm-up was on tire management, with riders switching to a mix of soft and medium compounds to address wear issues observed during the Sprint.
The absence of reigning champion Marc Marquez, recovering from shoulder surgery and a foot fracture, adds an element of unpredictability to the race.
