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Fabio Quartararo turned a tough Friday into a front-row start and fourth place in the Portuguese MotoGP Sprint.
Fabio Quartararo made a remarkable comeback at the Portimao MotoGP, bouncing back from a challenging Friday to qualify on the front row and finish fourth in the Sprint race. Despite starting 13th on the first day, Quartararo battled his way through Qualifying 1 to claim third on the grid, maintaining fourth position throughout the Sprint event. While he couldn’t keep up with the pace of the top three finishers, Quartararo expertly managed his tires to fend off pursuing competitors. Quartararo credited his success to switching to a hard front tire for improved braking and tweaking engine output to enhance the bike’s stability. The French rider’s performance impressed his team director, who highlighted Quartararo’s determination and ability to excel under pressure.
