MotoGP

2024 - 5 - 11

MotoGP Drama Unfolds at Le Mans: Rules, Records, and Outpouring of Interest

2027 MotoGP rules - Championship leader - Ducati - Francesco Bagnaia - Jorge Martin - Marc Marquez - MotoGP - Qualifying results - Sprint race

Discover the thrills and spills of MotoGP at Le Mans as riders tackle new rules, break lap records, and attract new manufacturers! #MotoGP #LeMans #Records

MotoGP enthusiasts were on the edge of their seats as the leading figures delved into the intricacies of the 2027 rules package at the French GP in Le Mans. Amidst the discussions, Marc Marquez, a standout in the sport, faced a challenging Friday, labeling it as his worst of the 2024 MotoGP season so far, adding an element of unpredictability to the race weekend. Meanwhile, Jorge Martin showcased his prowess by setting a new lap record in FP2, solidifying his position at the top of the charts in the practice sessions.

Excitement reached fever pitch as Martin continued his dominance, topping the time sheets in Friday's practice, signaling his strength on the Bugatti Circuit in Le Mans. The MotoGP community witnessed a wave of interest following the announcement of Liberty's takeover, with Qatar Airways stepping in as a new global partner. Amidst the buzz, discussions emerged surrounding the new rules, revealing a divide among riders, including Marquez, Acosta, Vinales, Bagania, and more.

As the day unfolded, anxieties rose for big names like Marquez, as they found themselves in Q1, setting the stage for a thrilling battle to advance to Q2. Team Gresini experienced a mix of emotions, with expectations fluctuating after FP1. The day's events set the stage for a nail-biting weekend full of surprises and fierce competition.

In a surprising turn of events, an 'outpouring of interest' was reported from new manufacturers looking to join the MotoGP championship, hinting at potential expansions in the future. The intense competition between riders like Martin and Marquez added an extra layer of excitement to the Le Mans race, igniting fans' anticipation for a gripping showdown.

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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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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 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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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: 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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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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Martin sets lap record as Marquez struggles at French motogp ... (SuperSport)

Championship leader Jorge Martin set a lap record on his way to the fastest time in Friday's practice for the French MotoGP as Spaniard Marc Marquez ...

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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 'has been approached' by new manufacturers (crash.net)

Carmelo Ezpeleta: “There have been different manufacturers who have shown interest in being part of the championship in the future"

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Le Mans MotoGP FP2: 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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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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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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French MotoGP at Le Mans: Qualifying and sprint race LIVE ... (crash.net)

Joining him at the front of the field was Francesco Bagnaia and Pedro Acosta, who once again out-performed the more experienced KTM riders in Jack Miller and ...

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WorldSBK will make changes to keep 'MotoGP on top' in 2027 (crash.net)

Alvaro Bautista, Nicolo Bulega, Andrea Locatelli, Remy Gardner, Jonathan… With that in mind, the World Superbike championship, also owned by Dorna, is set for a ...

Le Mans MotoGP Friday Round Up: Fan Madness, Battling Ducatis ... (MotoMatters.com)

The factory Ducati rider is just over a tenth of a second off the pace of Jorge Martin, the current championship leader. Adding insult to injury, Martin also ...

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How to watch the French MotoGP sprint race today: Live stream here (crash.net)

Fabio Quartararo of Yamaha is coming back to his home race, hoping to finally have a good weekend this year. Gresini Ducati's Marc Marquez ...

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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.

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Martin survives crash to take pole for French MotoGP | SuperSport (SuperSport)

Championship leader Jorge Martin will start from pole position despite crashing in the final stages of qualifying for the French MotoGP on Saturday.

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MotoGP, Master of Hospitality: Gresini at full throttle, wows with ... (GPone English)

MotoGP: The challenge between the paddock's top chefs has begun at Le Mans. Nadia Padovani also in the kitchen to oversee Matteo Ferrari and Alessio Finello ...

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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 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 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 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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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: 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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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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Martin wins French MotoGP sprint to pad championship lead, SA's ... (News24)

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

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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 ...

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Martin wins French MotoGP sprint to pad championship lead ... (SuperSport)

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

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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Francesco Bagnaia forced to retire after GP24 “was doing crazy things" (crash.net)

Francesco Bagnaia was forced to retire from the Le Mans MotoGP sprint after his Ducati bike was 'doing crazy things'.

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Bagnaia: Ducati still chasing answers to "dangerous" French ... (autosport.com)

Francesco Bagnaia says Ducati's MotoGP squad is still seeking answers for the “dangerous” issue that forced him to retire from the French Grand Prix sprint.

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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.

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

Martin was unmatched from the start, keeping the lead from pole position, ahead of Marco Bezzecchi, Aleix Espargaro and Viñales, with Marquez immediately ...

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Bagnaia: Ducati still chasing answers to "dangerous" French ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Bagnaia: Ducati still chasing answers to "dangerous" French MotoGP sprint issue · Francesco Bagnaia says Ducati's MotoGP squad is still seeking answers for the “ ...

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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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