Aprilia is set to grant Manuel Gonzalez his MotoGP debut at the upcoming collective test at Aragón, as reported by Motorsport.com. The current Moto2 World Championship leader will replace Ai Ogura at Trackhouse, Aprilia’s satellite team, at the test session. Ogura, recovering from leg surgery, will be sidelined, potentially returning for the Mugello round. González, 22, has had a stellar season in the intermediate class, with three wins and five podiums in the first seven rounds. This performance prompted Aprilia and Trackhouse to offer him a chance to ride a…
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Flawed Braking Frustration: Bagnaia’s Struggle in Sprint Race
Francesco Bagnaia, currently facing a challenging time on the MotoGP grid at the Aragon Grand Prix, has been plagued by braking problems, particularly with the front wheel constantly locking, affecting his confidence on the Ducati. Despite qualifying in P4, the sprint race mirrored his struggles from practice, resulting in a disappointing 12th-place finish as his lack of bike confidence persisted. Bagnaia openly expressed his dismay at the tough race, acknowledging the difficulties he faced with the bike’s handling and braking issues that hindered his performance on the track. Looking ahead…
BővebbenMarc Marquez Displays Tactical Brilliance in Aragon MotoGP Victory
Marc Marquez has been dominant during MotoGP’s Aragon Grand Prix weekend, despite a slip-up in Q2 briefly costing him pole position to his brother, Alex Marquez. Marc managed to secure the win in the sprint race after a wheel-spinning start dropped him down the order, showcasing his racing prowess. Marquez admitted to pushing the limits during qualifying but maintained control in the sprint race. He acknowledged the risk-taking behavior and the challenges it posed, particularly with fast riders like Alex Marquez. Despite a slight contact with Pedro Acosta during the…
BővebbenOgier’s Grit and Skill Shine Through on Treacherous Sardinia Saturday
Sebastien Ogier will start the final day of Rally Italy Sardinia with an 11.1s lead after a challenging Saturday. He faced tough competition from Ott Tanak in difficult conditions with a high puncture risk. Despite a morning puncture, Tanak fought back in the afternoon stages, but Ogier maintained his lead. Toyota’s Kalle Rovanpera also had a solid day, avoiding issues and holding onto third place. Team-mates Elfyn Evans, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari experienced drama, impacting the leaderboard. Adrien Fourmaux suffered setbacks, including a puncture and a roll, while Thierry…
BővebbenShane Sutton Breaks Through at Thruxton in Rainy Qualifying
Ash Sutton secured pole position for the fourth round at Thruxton, his first since the 2023 season finale, showcasing his mastery of wet conditions in his NAPA Ford Focus ST. Despite facing disadvantages such as limited TOCA Turbo Boost per lap, Sutton managed to outperform his competitors and set the pace across all three qualifying rounds. Joining Sutton on the front row was Tom Ingram, the 2022 champion, who also adapted well to the wet track with three seconds of TTB allowance. Sutton’s performance was exceptional, finishing 0.294 seconds ahead…
BővebbenQuartararo’s Struggle: Battling an ‘Unrideable’ Yamaha in Aragon MotoGP Showdown
At the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, Fabio Quartararo was Yamaha’s most vocal rider expressing frustration with electronics issues, which visibly affected his performance on track. Despite efforts from Yamaha engineers to address the problems on Friday night, Quartararo could only qualify ninth on the grid for the race, and subsequently finished outside the points in 11th place. Quartararo faced rear chatter issues during the race, impacting his ability to push and deteriorating lap by lap, making it a challenging ride. He emphasized the importance of improvements made for Saturday, highlighting…
BővebbenRacing in the Storm: Guven Triumphs in Thrilling DTM Zandvoort Showdown
Ayhancan Guven secured his second victory of the 2025 DTM season in Zandvoort, excelling in challenging weather conditions. The Manthey Porsche driver’s flawless performance, coupled with a smart tire strategy, catapulted him to the top spot on the podium, ahead of Nicki Thiim and Maximilian Paul. Guven expressed his elation after the race, highlighting the intense competition and the vital role of his team in his success. The race saw daring maneuvers and strategic gambles, with only a few drivers opting for slick tires at the start, leading to dramatic…
BővebbenMarc Marquez Rises from Adversity to Claim Victory at MotoGP Aragon GP
Marc Marquez emerged victorious in the Aragon Grand Prix sprint race, overtaking Alex Marquez after a challenging start that initially dropped him out of the top three positions in the MotoGP field. Despite Alex’s strong performance setting fastest laps, Marc skillfully closed in on his brother and ultimately secured the lead on lap six at Turn 1, eventually widening the gap to clinch the win. Following a poor start that pushed him down to fourth place, Marc swiftly regained ground, overtaking competitors like Pedro Acosta and Franco Morbidelli to claim…
BővebbenRising Rally Star Fourmaux Ready to Rebound from Setback with Confidence: A Journey to Success in WRC
Adrien Fourmaux expressed confidence in his luck turning around despite being sidelined from the World Rally Championship victory battle due to an issue for the second consecutive event. The Hyundai driver was in a fierce battle for the lead at Rally Italy Sardinia before a front left puncture dashed his hopes of a debut WRC win. Fourmaux, facing setbacks this season, reflected on the string of misfortunes he has encountered in previous rallies. Despite the disappointing turn of events, he remained determined to bounce back and learn from the challenges…
BővebbenSmiley Outpaces Ingram at BTCC Thruxton Free Practice Session
Chris Smiley was the fastest in free practice at Thruxton, just ahead of Tom Ingram, for the British Touring Car Championship’s fourth round. The weather was unpredictable, with the track initially greasy and drizzly, but conditions improved for dry running later on. Ash Sutton set a blistering pace with his NAPA Ford, but it was Smiley who topped the timesheets in the final minutes. Rookie Charles Rainford impressed in third place, followed closely by Dan Cammish in fourth. The qualifying groups will be set based on the FP2 results, with…
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