MotoGP

2024 - 5 - 11

MotoGP Drama Unfolds at Le Mans: From Crash to New Lap Records

Jorge Martin - Marc Marquez - MotoGP - MotoGP Riders - MotoGP Rules

🏍️ Marquez struggles in practice, Martin sets new lap record - all the MotoGP action at Le Mans! ✨

MotoGP enthusiasts were on the edge of their seats at Le Mans as Marc Marquez endured a tumultuous Friday, labeling it as his worst of the season. Despite his struggles, Jorge Martin stole the spotlight, finishing with a flawless performance and setting a new lap record on the Bugatti Circuit. The 2024 French MotoGP witnessed a split among riders over the new rules, adding an element of uncertainty to the championship.

As discussions heated up about the 2027 rules package, MotoGP figures at Le Mans delved into the details, shedding light on the future of the sport. The anticipation surrounding MotoGP peaked with the announcement of Qatar Airways as a new global partner, adding to the buzz surrounding the sport's recent developments. The Team Gresini's underwhelming performance raised questions about strategy and preparedness, reflecting the unpredictable nature of MotoGP competition.

In a surprising turn of events, Fabio Quartararo and Marc Marquez, along with another big name, found themselves in the challenging position of starting from Q1 at the French GP. The intense competition and unexpected outcomes kept fans glued to their screens, highlighting the fierce rivalry and skill level of MotoGP riders. With each race presenting new challenges and triumphs, the MotoGP season continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its adrenaline-fueled action.

Amidst the highs and lows at Le Mans, Jorge Martin's impressive display and Marquez's struggles stood out as defining moments of the event. The clash of titans in Q1 added a layer of excitement to the race, showcasing the unpredictable nature of MotoGP. As the season progresses, the competitive spirit and determination of riders promise more thrilling moments and intense battles on the circuit, keeping fans eagerly awaiting the next race.

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MotoGP receives 'outpouring of interest' since US$4.5bn Liberty ... (Black Book Motorsport)

Greg Maffei talks impact of the Formula One owner's takeover announcement as Qatar Airways becomes a new global partner.

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Marquez explains worst Friday of 2024 MotoGP season in France (autosport.com)

Marc Marquez branded practice at the MotoGP French Grand Prix as the worst Friday of his season so far after failing to gain a Q2 place for Saturday's ...

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MotoGP: Martin Quickest With New Lap Record At Le Mans (RoadracingWorld.com)

Jorge Martin finished a flawless Friday on the Bugatti Circuit, in Le Mans, France, by topping MotoGP World Championship Practice One.

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What we've learned as MotoGP explains its 2027 rules (The Race)

Leading MotoGP figures used the Friday of the French GP at Le Mans to discuss the recently announced 2027 rules package in more detail.

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2024 French MotoGP, Le Mans - Friday Practice Results (crash.net)

Friday practice results from the French MotoGP at Le Mans, round 5 (of 21) in the 2024 world championship.

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MotoGP's Riders Are Split Over the New Rules, Too (RideApart)

I've pulled together a few examples to show that we're not that much different from folks like Marc Marquez, Pedro Acosta, Maverick Vinales, Pecco Bagania, and ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin tops second practice; Marquez into Q1 (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Setting the pace in FP1, Martin continued that form in the hour-long second session at Le Mans with a new lap record of 1m30.388s.

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Marquez reflects on worst MotoGP Friday of 2024 at Le Mans (Motorsport Week)

Marquez crashed his Ducati Desmosedici GP23 at Turn 12 in the opening stages of FP2 as he pushed too hard on the front as the bike gave out from underneath him.

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Le Mans MotoGP: Marquez among three big names mired in Q1 (The Race)

Marc Marquez was among a trio of big names who will have to go through the first part of qualifying at MotoGP's French GP as Fabio Quartararo hauled his ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin leads Acosta in opening practice (Motorsport.com)

Pramac Ducati rider Jorge Martin led opening practice for the MotoGP French Grand Prix at Le Mans after a late soft tyre surge to the top of the timesheets.

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Recapping MotoGP/2/3/E action from Le Mans on Friday (Mcnews.com.au)

2024 MotoGP World Championship Round Five – Michelin Grand Prix de France Le Mans – Friday · Pecco Bagnaia · Pedro Acosta · Fabio Quartararo.

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UNDERWHELMING FRIDAY AT LE MANS FOR TEAM GRESINI ... (Gresini Racing)

The outcome of this morning's FP1 at Le Mans had created a very different degree of expectations for Marc and Alex Marquez, who in the end could not.

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MotoGP French GP: Martin tops second practice; Marquez into Q1 (Motorsport.com)

Setting the pace in FP1, Martin continued that form in the hour-long second session at Le Mans with a new lap record of 1m30.388s.

2024 Le Mans MotoGP Practice Results: Jorge Martin Breaks Lap ... (MotoMatters.com)

Pedro Acosta continues to amaze on the Tech3 GASGAS machine, setting the third fastest time and comfortably the quickest of the KTM RC16 riders. Maverick ...

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2024 French MotoGP, Le Mans - Saturday Practice Results (crash.net)

Saturday practice results from the French MotoGP at Le Mans, round 5 (of 21) in the 2024 world championship.

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2024 French MotoGP, Le Mans - Full Qualifying Results (crash.net)

Full Qualifying results and grid line-up for the Saturday Sprint and main Sunday race at the French MotoGP at Le Mans, round 5 (of 21) in the 2024 world ...

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MotoGP France, Qualifying: Martin Makes History for Le Mans Pole (BSN)

MotoGP heads to Le Mans this weekend for the French Grand Prix. Jorge Martin leads the riders' standings after round four in Spain.

2024 Le Mans MotoGP Qualifying Result: One Lap Record Amongst ... (MotoMatters.com)

Jorge Martin was the main character in all that, the Spaniard reclaiming the all-time lap record early in Q2 but then getting spit off this Ducati at turn four ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin smashes lap record for pole in crash ... (autosport.com)

MotoGP championship leader Jorge Martin obliterated the lap record at Le Mans to take French Grand Prix pole despite falling in a crash-strewn qualifying.

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Marquez explains worst Friday of 2024 MotoGP season in France (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Marc Marquez branded practice at the MotoGP French Grand Prix as the worst Friday of his season so far after failing to gain a Q2 place for Saturday's ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin dominates sprint from Marquez as ... (autosport.com)

Jorge Martin extended his MotoGP championship lead after dominating the French Grand Prix sprint from Marc Marquez as Francesco Bagnaia retired early.

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MotoGP: Martin Breaks Record, Crashes, Takes Pole At Le Mans (RoadracingWorld.com)

Jorge Martin earned pole position during MotoGP World Championship qualifying on Saturday at the Bugatti Circuit, in Le Mans, France.

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MotoGP French GP: Martin smashes lap record for pole in crash ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

With Enea Bastianini setting a new lap record to get through Q1, the tone was set for the first sub-1m30s lap of the Le Mans circuit.

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MotoGP French GP: Martin smashes lap record for pole in crash ... (Motorsport.com)

With Enea Bastianini setting a new lap record to get through Q1, the tone was set for the first sub-1m30s lap of the Le Mans circuit.

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Marquez “angry with myself” after Le Mans MotoGP Q1 exit (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

The eight-time world champion endured a difficult French GP weekend on the Gresini-run Ducati prior to Saturday's 13-lap sprint.

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MotoGP: Sprint Race Results From Le Mans (RoadracingWorld.com)

Jorge Martin won the MotoGP World Championship Sprint Race Saturday at the Bugatti Circuit, in Le Mans, France. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati on ...

2024 Le Mans MotoGP Sprint Result: Another Sleepless Night For ... (MotoMatters.com)

Jack Miller had also made good progress from outside the top 10 on the grid, up to sixth, with Fabio Di Giannantonio, Enea Bastianini and Pedro Acosta making up ...

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2024 French MotoGP News and Results (Updated) (Cycle News)

Jorge Martin, Marc Marquez, and Enea Bastianini are all in line for the second Ducati seat. On Thursday Ducati Corse General Manager Gigi Dall'Igna ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin wins sprint from Marquez; Bagnaia retires (Motorsport.com)

Obliterating the lap record to take pole in qualifying earlier on Saturday, Martin seized the holeshot effortlessly off the line and led all 13 laps of the ...

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Marquez “angry with myself” after Le Mans MotoGP Q1 exit (autosport.com)

Marc Marquez says he is “angry with myself” for qualifying a lowly 13th at the MotoGP French Grand Prix as he was “not convinced” on the Ducati to be fast.

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Martin wins French MotoGP sprint to pad championship lead (FRANCE 24)

Jorge Martin cruised to his third MotoGP sprint victory of the season as he won in Le Mans on Saturday to increase his championship lead.

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Reigning champ's disaster; star's epic charge in wild MotoGP sprint (Fox Sports)

Jorge Martin cruised to his third MotoGP sprint victory of the season as he won in Le Mans on Saturday to increase his championship lead.

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Martin's 2024 MotoGP form giving him “some power” in contract talks (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Qualifying on pole with a new Le Mans lap record, Martin converted that to a dominant third sprint win of the 2024 season. With Francesco Bagnaia retiring ...

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MotoGP French GP: Martin wins sprint from Marquez; Bagnaia retires (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Jorge Martin extended his MotoGP championship lead after dominating the French Grand Prix sprint from Marc Marquez as Francesco Bagnaia retired early. Lewis ...

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2024 French MotoGP, Le Mans - Sprint Race Results (crash.net)

Sprint race results from the French MotoGP at Le Mans, round 5 (of 21) in the 2024 world championship.

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MotoGP riders reflect on Sprint and Qualifying at Le Mans - Moto2 ... (Mcnews.com.au)

2024 MotoGP World Championship Round Five – Michelin Grand Prix de France Le Mans – Saturday MotoGP rider's reflect on Sprint Race. Jorge Martin ...

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Jack Miller's French MotoGP weather omen (Speedcafe)

The weather forecast for today's MotoGP race at France's Le Mans could play into the hands of Red Bull KTM rider Jack Miller - Australias #1 motorsport news ...

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