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MotoGP Madness: Catalunya Practice and Retirement Drama Unfolds

Aleix Espargaro - Brad Binder - Catalunya - Jorge Martin - Marc Marquez - MotoGP

Get the latest scoop on Catalunya MotoGP practice and the shocking retirement announcement in this exciting article!

The MotoGP scene at Catalunya was abuzz with action as riders battled it out in practice sessions. Six-time World Champion Marc Marquez showcased his skills on the Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP23, with South African Brad Binder giving a tough competition. Meanwhile, Aleix Espargaro stole the show, topping the second practice despite announcing his retirement from MotoGP. As the races heated up, predictions ran wild with the launch of the MotoGP Guru app, offering fans a chance to win big prizes.

As the anticipation built for the Barcelona MotoGP, all eyes were on Marquez, expected to face a challenging Q1 session. The eventful FP1 session saw Jorge Martin leading the pack, giving a glimpse of the fierce competition to come. With Aleix Espargaro stepping down, discussions arose regarding potential replacements and the future dynamics of the MotoGP grid.

Aleix Espargaro's emotional decision to retire was marked by a phone call to his wife, signifying the end of an era in his MotoGP career. The eventful Barcelona race weekend also saw Ducati facing challenges with grip and set-up adjustments, creating a tense atmosphere on the track. As the season progresses, the return of Andrea Iannone to MotoGP in 2025 presents an exciting possibility for fans and teams alike.

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MotoGP: Martin Quickest In Practice Friday Morning At Catalunya (RoadracingWorld.com)

Six-time MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez was second-best with a 1:39.871 on his Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP23. South African Brad Binder posted a ...

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MotoGP Catalan GP: Espargaro ends Friday practice on top ... (autosport.com)

Aprilia's Aleix Espargaro, a day on from announcing his retirement from MotoGP, topped second practice for the Catalan Grand Prix with a lap record as Marc ...

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2024 MotoGP Catalunya, Barcelona - Friday Practice Results (crash.net)

Friday practice results from the Catalan MotoGP at Barcelona, round 6 (of 21) in the 2024 world championship.

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MotoGP™ Guru App: Predict, Compete, and Win Big! (motogp.com)

Download the new MotoGP™ Guru app to make predictions, join leagues, and win prizes, including a Ducati Panigale V4S in Gresini livery!

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Marquez expected to face “nightmare” Q1 at Barcelona MotoGP (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

The Gresini Ducati rider was expected to fight for a first MotoGP win on the Desmosedici coming to Barcelona after back-to-back grand prix podiums at Jerez ...

2024 Barcelona MotoGP FP1 Results: Martin Leads Marquez As ... (MotoMatters.com)

Jorge Martin topped the first session of untimed practice for the MotoGP class at Barcelona. The Pramac Ducati rider put in a late lap on fresh tires to ...

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The MotoGP candidates who could replace retiring Aleix Espargaro (autosport.com)

Aleix Espargaro's announcement that he will retire at the end of the 2024 season has opened up a coveted spot on the MotoGP grid at Aprilia.

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What happened in first Barcelona MotoGP practice (The Race)

A late soft-tyre run by championship leader Jorge Martin put him in his habitual top spot in first practice for MotoGP's Catalan Grand Prix at Barcelona.

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Aleix Espargaro: I said 'Laura, this is the end' (crash.net)

Aleix Espargaro called his wife and told her about his decision to retire after crashing out on a damp patch on the opening lap of the Spanish MotoGP Sprint ...

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MotoGP, TGPOne: Barcelona, the Kryptonite Ducati, but its riders ... (GPone English)

MotoGP: VIDEO - Where they stand after free practice, with Massimo Rivola and Loris Capirossi, special (and surprise) guests of our TG.

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MotoGP, Martin: Tough to keep up with Aprilia and KTM, no grip, but ... (GPone English)

MotoGP: "Today for the first time we made important changes to the set-up and in the end in the time attack they did not pay off. As for the tires, ...

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Andrea Iannone “deserves to ride in MotoGP” as return gathers ... (crash.net)

Andrea Iannone appears to have several options for the 2025 season, including a potential return to MotoGP.

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Catalunya MotoGP: Qualifying and sprint race LIVE UPDATES! (crash.net)

Making another strong impression was Pedro Acosta, who appears to have the pace to fight for a big result in the sprint. Marc Marquez was unable to deliver when ...

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Espargaro sets the pace in final MotoGP practice in Catalunya (Motorsport Week)

Aleix Espargaro finished the final MotoGP practice session on top ahead of the all-important qualifying in Catalunya. Espargaro, who announced his ...

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MotoGP Catalan GP: Espargaro snatches pole; Martin crashes and ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

On Saturday ahead of this weekend's sixth round of the 2024 season, Espargaro grabbed a first pole of the season with a new lap record of 1m38.190s at the ...

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MotoGP 2024: Espargaro smashes lap record to take pole at ... (Sportstar)

Aleix Espargaro smashed the lap record in the final moments of the second qualifying session to take pole position at his home Catalunya Grand Prix at the ...

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2024 MotoGP Catalunya, Barcelona - Saturday Practice Results (crash.net)

Saturday practice results from the Catalan MotoGP at Barcelona, round 6 (of 21) in the 2024 world championship.

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MotoGP Catalan GP: Espargaro takes home pole, Marquez only 14th (autosport.com)

Aprilia's Aleix Espargaro snatched pole position for the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix with a new lap record on the weekend he announced his retirement.

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Espargaro takes pole in his final Catalunya MotoGP, Binder starts third (SuperSport)

Spaniard Aleix Espargaro will start from pole in what will be his final Catalunya MotoGP on Sunday after posting the fastest time on his Aprilia in qualifying. The 34-year-old Spaniard – who hails from Catalonia – announced on Thursday he will retire ...

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Espargaro secures dream MotoGP pole position for Catalan GP (Motorsport Week)

Aleix Espargaro bagged pole position for the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix with a blistering final run in the dying embers of the session, ending a year-long ...

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Espargaro takes pole in his final Catalunya MotoGP, Binder in third ... (SuperSport)

Spaniard Aleix Espargaro will start from pole in what will be his final Catalunya MotoGP on Sunday after posting the fastest time on his Aprilia in ...

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MotoGP: Aprilia's Aleix Espargaro Clinches Pole at His Final ... (CarandBike)

Espargaro edged past Ducati's Bagnaia by 0.031 seconds to claim pole position while championship leader Jorge Martin lines up seventh on the grid following ...

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Three leaders crash out in surreal Barcelona MotoGP sprint (The Race)

Home hero Aleix Espargaro took victory in a surreal MotoGP sprint at Barcelona, as three separate riders - including reigning champion Pecco Bagnaia ...

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Barcelona Sprint Race: New 2024 MotoGP World Championship ... (crash.net)

New 2024 MotoGP World Championship standings after Saturday's Catalan Sprint race at Barcelona, round 6 of 21.

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MotoGP Catalunya, Qualifying: Espargaro on Pole With Lap Record ... (BSN)

Jorge Martin's French GP win propelled him to a 38-point championship lead ahead of this weekend's MotoGP Catalunya.

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Espargaro takes pole in his final Catalunya MotoGP, Binder starts ... (SuperSport)

Spaniard Aleix Espargaro will start from pole in what will be his final Catalunya MotoGP on Sunday after posting the fastest time on his Aprilia in ...

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MotoGP: World Championship Sprint Race Results From Catalunya (RoadracingWorld.com)

Championship point leader Jorge Martin got fourth on his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati, and Enea Bastianini rounded out the top five finishers on Lenovo Ducati.

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Aleix Espargaro wins Catalunya MotoGP sprint (FRANCE 24)

Spanish rider Aleix Espargaro, who announced he is retiring at the end of the season earlier in the week, won the Catalunya MotoGP sprint race on Saturday.

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MotoGP Catalan GP: Espargaro wins sprint after Bagnaia crashes ... (autosport.com)

The retiring Aleix Espargaro was gifted victory in the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix sprint after Francesco Bagnaia crashed out of the lead on the last lap of a ...

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