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MotoGP Japanese GP: Martin smashes lap record for pole
Martin secured pole position in MotoGP qualifying, setting a new record time and beating his competitors by a significant margin. This is Martin’s second pole position in the last three races and marks Ducati’s tenth consecutive pole. Reigning champion Bagnaia came closest to challenging Martin, but fell short by 0.171 seconds. KTM rider Miller completed the front row, while Binder qualified fifth and Bezzecchi sixth after a dramatic crash. Marquez had to fight his way out of Q1 but managed to secure a spot on the third row. Quartararo had a disappointing qualifying session, finishing in 14th place.
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