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Jorge Martin got his 2024 MotoGP campaign underway in the best possible style as he claimed the scratch time in
On Friday afternoon at the Losail International Circuit, 22 runners hit the track after a two-week hiatus since the Qatar test to tune their machines. Most focused on long runs to get their rhythm back, with times gradually dropping as the session went on. Rookie Pedro Acosta led an official MotoGP weekend session for the first time, clocking a blistering 1:53.992s. Ducati riders Marquez, Martin, and Bastianini vied for the lead as times dipped towards the 1:52s mark. As the session neared its end, the focus shifted to preparing for the late-time attacks in FP2. Despite Acosta’s strong showing, Martin’s 1:52.624s lap secured the top spot, setting the stage for a promising start to the 2024 season.
