P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Whether it’s Marc Marquez finding his feet at Ducati, a really impressive rookie or some big teams still struggling, the first pre-season 2024 MotoGP test offered up plenty of storylines. Here’s what we learned
The first official MotoGP test of 2024 at Sepang exceeded expectations with multiple lap records, signaling an intense championship battle and intriguing off-season developments. Jorge Martin, Pecco Bagnaia’s rival in 2023, believes that the competition for the title will be more than just the two of them. Despite a slow start, Marc Marquez showcased impressive pace in Sepang, proving his potential to contend for victories. Pedro Acosta, a rookie, delivered outstanding performance, consistently improving his lap times and showing great potential for the premier class. His Tech3 GasGas teammate, Augusto Fernandez, struggled throughout the test in comparison.
