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MotoGP Malaysian GP: Martin edges Marquez in first practice
The 18th round of the 2023 season is the start of the final stretch towards the end of the championship. Martin from Pramac Ducati is currently 13 points behind Bagnaia, the reigning champion, as they head into the Sepang round. Martin set the fastest time in the first practice session, surpassing Marquez from Gresini Ducati. Bagnaia had a low-key morning session, finishing 15th. Martin took the lead with a time of 1m59.513s, followed closely by Marquez with 1m59.562s. Zarco from Pramac Ducati completed the top three. Bagnaia finished 15th, and Marc Marquez placed 17th on the Honda. Alvaro Bautista, the wildcard Ducati rider, came in 22nd, ahead of LCR Honda substitute Lecuona.
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