P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Brad Binder led a KTM 1-2 at the end of Friday MotoGP practice in Barcelona, as Pecco Bagnaia laboured to a dreadful 21st place
Brad Binder led a KTM 1-2 in Friday MotoGP practice at Barcelona, while Pecco Bagnaia struggled to 21st place, far from his dominant performances at the venue last year.
Despite late yellow flags from crashes by Zarco and Bastianini hindering his progress, Bagnaia failed to secure a Q2 spot, finishing far from the top 10.
Binder, aided by a reference from team-mate Pedro Acosta, showcased improved single-lap pace to top the session, with Alex Marquez leading before ‘qualifying simulations’ began.
Aprilia showed worrying form but managed to get Bezzecchi and resurgent rookie Ogura into Q2, as other riders like Quartararo and Vinales faced challenges and Ducati had a weaker day overall.
