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Miller Apologizes After Pitlane Frustration Over Wet-Weather Bike Call

Pramac Yamaha's Jack Miller says he apologized to his team after a visible pitlane outburst when his wet-weather bike was not ready during the Sepang sprint.

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Acosta Takes Rain-Hit Sepang Sprint as Marquez Extends Lead

Pedro Acosta won a wet Malaysian MotoGP sprint at Sepang, with Marc Marquez second and extending his championship lead after an Alex Marquez crash.

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Ducati Swingarm Fins Draw an Aprilia Answer as MotoGP Aero Race Heats Up

Motorsport.com reports Ducati has copied swingarm fins and Aprilia has answered with an upgraded version, as MotoGP prepares to curb aerodynamics.

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Martin Sidelined at Sepang as Marquez Eyes Maximum Points

Jorge Martin has withdrawn from the Malaysian MotoGP after a wrist injury, leaving his title hopes in doubt as rival Marc Marquez looks to gain ground.

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Vinales Links Malaysian Practice Gains to Less Shoulder Pain

Maverick Vinales credits reduced shoulder pain for a stronger showing in Malaysian MotoGP practice, after a difficult return from a 2025 injury.

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Quartararo Struggles at Sepang as Practice Times Slip Badly

Fabio Quartararo finished 19th and third-slowest in Malaysian Grand Prix practice, and said he has not struggled this much at Sepang in a long time.

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Bagnaia Frustrated as Bike Struggles Outside Straight Lines at Malaysia

Francesco Bagnaia missed a direct path into Q2 at the Malaysian GP and called the situation "ridiculous," despite a strong history at the track.

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Bezzecchi Upbeat After Friday at Sepang Despite Half-Second Gap

Marco Bezzecchi called his Friday at the Sepang MotoGP a positive day, even though he was almost half a second off the pace in practice.

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Acosta Quick in Sepang Practice but Says He Felt Terrible on the KTM

Pedro Acosta set the fourth-fastest time in Malaysian Grand Prix practice, but he said he felt poorly on the KTM RC16 while KTM riders made a strong start at Sepang.

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Marquez Rejects Martin Comparison as Injured Aprilia Rider Targets Sepang

Marc Marquez has downplayed comparisons between Jorge Martin's bid to race in Malaysia with an injured arm and his own 2020 Jerez comeback.

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Riders Report Sepang Tarmac Breaking Up Ahead of Malaysian GP

According to Motorsport.com, most of the MotoGP grid has reported badly deteriorated asphalt at Sepang, with loose tarmac striking riders during Friday practice.

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Marquez Fastest at Sepang as Martin Ends Friday Practice Early

Marc Marquez topped Friday practice at the Malaysian Grand Prix after a fall, while injured title rival Jorge Martin cut his running short.

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Jorge Martin Plans to Ride in Malaysia Despite a Broken Wrist

Jorge Martin says he will attempt to race at the Malaysian MotoGP despite a broken wrist that would normally need four to five weeks of recovery.

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MotoGP Riders Push Toward a Collective Voice Amid Qatar Talks

Enea Bastianini says MotoGP's Qatar situation is drawing riders together, and a riders' association may be on the horizon.

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Aprilia's Raul Fernandez Says His Finger Injury Feels Worse Ahead of Malaysia

Raul Fernandez says his injured fingers feel worse than they did three weeks ago, even though he has been cleared to race at the Malaysian MotoGP.

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Joan Mir Explains Illness as He Returns to MotoGP in Malaysia

Honda rider Joan Mir says his rocky 2026 season makes more sense now, after an illness that kept him out of four events.

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Bagnaia Sees Sepang as a Final Chance to Push Harder Before Ducati

Francesco Bagnaia says he will take more risks at the Malaysian Grand Prix, which he calls his best chance for a strong result before leaving Ducati.

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Jorge Martin Cleared to Ride in Malaysian GP Friday Practice

Aprilia rider Jorge Martin has been cleared to take part in Friday's opening practice in Malaysia, with further checks due after that session.

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Marquez says Qatar MotoGP round is on as riders seek assurances

Gresini Ducati rider Alex Marquez says the Qatar Grand Prix will go ahead as planned, even as riders sought assurances before travelling to Doha.

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Michelin Adds Extra Rear Tire Option for MotoGP's Sepang Round

Michelin will give MotoGP riders an additional rear tire option at Sepang this weekend, following a reported change tied to the track's resurfacing.

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Razgatlioglu's MotoGP Season Ends Early After Shoulder Surgery

Toprak Razgatlioglu says he is going through a difficult time after shoulder surgery ended his MotoGP season early and sidelined him from the 2027 testing.

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Moreira Eyes Honda Title Push as Rookie Heads Into Factory Seat

Diogo Moreira, the last MotoGP rider to learn his 2027 seat, joins Honda's factory team and says the Austria test points to a possible title fight.

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Joan Mir Set to Return at Malaysia After 44-Day Absence

Honda's Joan Mir returns to the RC213V at the Malaysian Grand Prix after an absence tied to an illness he has not described in detail.

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Jorge Martin Targets Malaysian GP Comeback After Fracture Setback

Aprilia rider Jorge Martin hopes to ride at Sepang after a fracture diagnosis, with his physiotherapist and MotoGP's medical director both involved in the plan.

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Ducati Defends Marquez as Riders Seek Safety Assurances for Qatar

Ducati's team manager defended Marc Marquez after riders asked MotoGP organisers for safety guarantees ahead of the championship's upcoming Qatar round.

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Honda's MotoGP Seat Choice Puts Moreira and Alonso in the Spotlight

Johann Zarco argues Honda made the right call in backing Diogo Moreira for a factory seat next to Fabio Quartararo, with David Alonso moving to LCR.

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MotoGP Launches Academy to Widen Its Talent Pool Beyond Spain

MotoGP is starting a MotoGP Academy within its Road to MotoGP structure, aimed at grassroots racing in countries with fewer riders on the grid.

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Aspar Says Marquez Is Infinitely Faster Than Rossi in Debate Over Greatness

Former world champion Jorge Martínez Aspar says Marc Marquez is "infinitely faster" than Valentino Rossi, according to RideApart.

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Jorge Martin Eyes Sepang Return After Australian Sprint Crash

Jorge Martin is targeting a return at the Malaysian MotoGP round after a crash in the Australian sprint left him with a fractured wrist.

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MotoGP Riders Push for Minimum Testing Ahead of 2027 Season

Fabio di Giannantonio wants a guaranteed minimum of 850/Pirelli test mileage before 2027, warning veterans could effectively become rookies again.

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Phillip Island MotoGP race lost to weather, and riders were left out of the call

The Australian MotoGP round at Phillip Island was cancelled amid adverse weather, and Francesco Bagnaia says riders were not consulted on the decision.

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Rain Washes Out Phillip Island, but Bezzecchi Notices the Crowd That Stayed

Rain disrupted MotoGP at Phillip Island, and Marco Bezzecchi says he was struck by the fans who stayed for the parade lap.

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Marquez Takes MotoGP Lead as Ducati Warns of Aggressive Finish

Ducati's team boss says Marc Marquez will push hard in the remaining rounds, while praising Jorge Martin and warning that Marco Bezzecchi can win any race.

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MotoGP Riders Reportedly Held Vote on Qatar Grand Prix Over Safety

RideApart reports MotoGP riders met privately to vote on whether to race at the Qatar Grand Prix, amid safety concerns and talk of a riders union.

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A Decade After Sepang: How One MotoGP Clash Still Shapes the Rivalry

Crash.net marks ten years since the Sepang clash between Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez and looks at the lasting weight the moment still carries.

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Phillip Island MotoGP farewell ends with no Sunday racing as forecast weather held

MotoGP's final visit to Phillip Island ended with no Sunday track action after the forecast poor weather arrived, leaving fans with two demonstration laps.

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Australian MotoGP Grand Prix Canceled; Saturday Sprint Still Shakes Up Title Chase

Poor visibility stopped the medical helicopter at Phillip Island, so the Australian grand prix was called off, but the sprint still counted for points.

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Miller Feels the Sting as Phillip Island Racing Is Called Off

Jack Miller says losing a final MotoGP race before his home crowd is hard to accept after low visibility grounded the medical helicopter at Phillip Island.

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Aprilia Torn on Australian GP Cancellation After Martin's Injury

Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola says he is unsure whether the cancelled Australian Grand Prix helps or hurts his team while lead rider Jorge Martin is injured.

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Marquez Says Phillip Island Conditions Were Fine Before MotoGP Cancellation

Marc Marquez says the Australian MotoGP track was acceptable on Sunday, arguing the race could have run if the medical helicopter had been able to fly.

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Ducati Chief Defends Phillip Island MotoGP Cancellation

Ducati's Davide Tardozzi says calling off the Australian MotoGP was the safest choice, even though the track was considered raceable.

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Phillip Island Sunday cancelled as Jack Miller voices fan frustration

Crash.net reports Jack Miller became emotional as the Australian MotoGP ended without Sunday action, after thousands of fans turned out despite the weather.

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Zarco Out of Phillip Island Sprint After Electronics Fault Made Riding Unsafe

Johann Zarco retired from the Australian Grand Prix sprint at Phillip Island after an electronic fault, saying it became unsafe to keep riding.

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Jorge Martín's long road back after the Aprilia move

Motorsport.com traces a run of injury setbacks for Jorge Martín since his move to Aprilia, from a Portugal crash to his return in Barcelona.

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Poor visibility delays the last-ever MotoGP race at Phillip Island

According to Motorsport.com, the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island has been pushed back by at least an hour because of poor visibility caused by the weather.

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Marquez Opens Up About a Tough First Half of 2026 Despite Sprint Form

Marc Marquez reflects on a draining first half of 2026, even as he kept winning and scoring sprint podiums, according to Motorsport.com.

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Vinales Says MotoGP Pay Rules Force Injured Riders to Race

Maverick Vinales criticized MotoGP rider contracts after racing in Australia while far from fit, with KTM salary tied to competing.

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Marquez on Pole at Phillip Island as Four Riders Miss Australian MotoGP

Marc Marquez starts from pole at Phillip Island with 18 riders on the grid after four withdrawals, including Jorge Martin and Raul Fernandez.

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Alex Marquez Explains Why He Held Back on Brother Marc at Phillip Island

Alex Marquez says he judged a pass on title contender Marc Marquez in the Australian sprint to be too risky, according to Motorsport.com.

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Phillip Island Grid Thins as Fernandez Sits Out Australian MotoGP

Raul Fernandez is out of the Australian Grand Prix, leaving 18 of 22 riders to start Sunday at Phillip Island, with both factory Honda HRC riders among the absentees.

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Martin Ruled Out of Australian MotoGP After Sprint Crash

Title contender Jorge Martin will miss Sunday's Australian Grand Prix after a high-speed sprint crash left him with a forearm fracture, his team said.

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Honda Without Factory Bikes at Phillip Island as Marini Sits Out

Luca Marini will miss the Australian Grand Prix after an illness left him unable to ride through Friday's practice, leaving Honda without factory machines.

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Marquez Rises From Early Crash to Claim Wet Pole at Phillip Island

Marc Marquez recovered from an early crash to take pole for the wet Australian MotoGP, beating brother Alex by 1.493 seconds, according to Motorsport.com.

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Marquez and Bezzecchi Trade Blame After Bizarre Australian GP Practice Crash

Alex Marquez says Marco Bezzecchi miscalculated a move that led to a collision in Australian Grand Prix practice, according to Motorsport.com.

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Martin Struggles at Phillip Island as Aprilia Sets the Early Pace

Jorge Martin was the slowest Aprilia in Friday practice at the Australian Grand Prix, while Marco Bezzecchi led the opening day of running.

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MotoGP riders press for guarantees before a rushed Qatar return

MotoGP riders reportedly met with championship executives at Phillip Island to seek guarantees before agreeing to race in Qatar in two weeks.

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Honda's 2027 MotoGP Line-Up Nears Decision as Quartararo Pairing Takes Shape

Crash.net reports that Honda's 2027 MotoGP rider decision is imminent, with Fabio Quartararo expected at HRC and David Alonso heading to LCR.

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Yamaha Boss Warns MotoGP Not to Lose Its Core Fans

Yamaha's MotoGP chief says the series must avoid alienating loyal fans as Liberty Media pushes to broaden MotoGP's appeal and reach new markets.

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Twenty Years On, Estoril's Razor-Thin MotoGP Finish Still Resonates

Motorsport.com marks the 2006 Estoril race, where Toni Elias won his only premier-class race in a finish the outlet calls the closest in MotoGP history.

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Riders Say 850cc MotoGP Bikes Will Be Less Punishing and More Fun

MotoGP riders report that the next-generation 850cc machines feel lighter and less physically demanding than today's 1000cc prototypes ahead of next year's debuts.