Jorge Martin took the lead during the opening practice session for the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix, representing Pramac, while the current championship leader, Francesco Bagnaia, found himself nearly a second behind in 10th place. The session started with Maverick Vinales and Alex Marquez trading the fastest lap times. Gresini rider Marquez set the early pace with a 1m32.030s, but Vinales soon set a quicker time of 1m31.657s. Marquez...
Phillip Island’s recent Australian Grand Prix showcased just how far KTM has come in the MotoGP landscape, with Brad Binder’s outstanding performance standing as a testament. The South African ace, who narrowly missed the podium, believes that the gap between KTM and the forerunner, Ducati, has now dwindled significantly. Binder’s performance in the Australian race was indeed commendable. He began in an impressive second position and maintained that...
Luca Marini, the VR46 Ducati rider, recently shared his perspective on how MotoGP should handle in-race incidents, drawing inspiration from the world of football. Marini’s proposal comes in the wake of his collision with Brad Binder during the Indonesian Grand Prix, a race that left him unable to contend for another podium. In this particular race, Binder was involved in not one but two incidents. The first, with...
Francesco Bagnaia’s triumphant moment at the Indonesian MotoGP sparked jubilant celebrations in the Ducati garage. Bagnaia’s lead in the MotoGP standings had taken a hit, and just a day prior, Jorge Martin had surged ahead during the sprint race at Mandalika. However, Martin’s unfortunate exit from the grand prix paved the way for Bagnaia to regain the championship lead and express his elation. But one MotoGP legend, Jorge...
In a surprising turn of events, the MotoGP world is abuzz with the announcement that Marc Marquez, the eight-time world champion, will part ways with Honda at the conclusion of the 2023 season. This news confirms the speculations that have been circulating for some time: Marquez will be leaving the Repsol Honda team. Throughout his illustrious premier-class career, the Spanish sensation has been synonymous with Honda, securing a...
In a thrilling turn of events at the Buddh International Circuit in the delayed 2023 Indian MotoGP Sprint race, Jorge Martin of Pramac Ducati secured a vital victory that brought him closer to narrowing Francesco Bagnaia’s championship lead. The race unfolded with Martin seizing the lead right from the get-go as he navigated Turn 1 with precision, never relinquishing his position throughout the 11 laps. Bagnaia, riding for...
In the fast-paced world of motorsports, the roar of engines and the thrill of competition often take center stage. However, recent events surrounding the MotoGP ‘Grand Prix of Bharat’ at the Buddh International Circuit have shown that even in the adrenaline-fueled world of motorcycle racing, a simple map can become a source of controversy and lessons in diplomacy. The Blunder: As the world eagerly tuned in to witness...
In the run-up to this weekend’s much-anticipated inaugural Indian MotoGP, Fairstreet Sports, the event’s organizer, has been grappling with a visa crisis that threatens the smooth execution of the event. Despite working tirelessly alongside Indian authorities, more than a few members of the Grand Prix paddock are still awaiting their crucial visas, just days before the event kicks off at the Buddh International Circuit. Among the high-profile victims...
Excitement is building as India prepares to host its very first MotoGP Grand Prix from September 22-24, 2023, at the renowned Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. This historic event, aptly named the MotoGP Bharat Grand Prix, promises to be a thrilling showcase of motorcycle racing and is set to captivate fans while igniting a newfound passion for the sport in India. Ticket Information For those...
MotoGP earns an unwanted tag: boring. Fans and drivers claim the sport is losing its thrill with meagre overtakes and defence-heavy racing. Recently, MotoGP has increasingly been likened to a parade with drivers starting and finishing in the same order, featuring little to no overtakes. The circuit in Misano, Italy, has long been a stage for intense battles and close calls, the most memorable of which has been...