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What's behind Marini's disastrous MotoGP debut with Honda in Qatar

What's behind Marini's disastrous MotoGP debut with Honda in Qatar

MotoGP
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Qatar GP
What's behind Marini's disastrous MotoGP debut with Honda in Qatar What's behind Marini's disastrous MotoGP debut with Honda in Qatar
OPINION: In taking the opposite approach to Marc Marquez of switching Ducati for Honda, Luca Marini was always likely to face a tough adaption in 2024. But if there were any doubts about the depth of challenge facing the Italian, they were firmly underlined in Qatar
Aero "last piece of puzzle" in MotoGP bike development, says Miller

Aero "last piece of puzzle" in MotoGP bike development, says Miller

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Aero "last piece of puzzle" in MotoGP bike development, says Miller Aero "last piece of puzzle" in MotoGP bike development, says Miller
Zarco tested rear wheel in Qatar MotoGP round factory Hondas unable to use

Zarco tested rear wheel in Qatar MotoGP round factory Hondas unable to use

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Zarco tested rear wheel in Qatar MotoGP round factory Hondas unable to use Zarco tested rear wheel in Qatar MotoGP round factory Hondas unable to use
Having Marquez, Acosta in KTM MotoGP roster would be "amazing", says team manager

Having Marquez, Acosta in KTM MotoGP roster would be "amazing", says team manager

MotoGP
MotoGP
Having Marquez, Acosta in KTM MotoGP roster would be "amazing", says team manager Having Marquez, Acosta in KTM MotoGP roster would be "amazing", says team manager
Martin’s time with Pramac MotoGP team 'like it or not has come to an end'

Martin’s time with Pramac MotoGP team 'like it or not has come to an end'

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Martin’s time with Pramac MotoGP team 'like it or not has come to an end' Martin’s time with Pramac MotoGP team 'like it or not has come to an end'
Podcast: Stunning MotoGP debuts in Qatar for two headline riders

Podcast: Stunning MotoGP debuts in Qatar for two headline riders

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Podcast: Stunning MotoGP debuts in Qatar for two headline riders Podcast: Stunning MotoGP debuts in Qatar for two headline riders
The opening round of the 2024 MotoGP season saw two riders dominate the headlines as they embarked on separate debuts.
Yamaha “not magicians” as it's left “not happy” after Qatar MotoGP round

Yamaha “not magicians” as it's left “not happy” after Qatar MotoGP round

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Yamaha “not magicians” as it's left “not happy” after Qatar MotoGP round Yamaha “not magicians” as it's left “not happy” after Qatar MotoGP round
Marquez ‘not at limit’ of Ducati despite strong Qatar MotoGP debut

Marquez ‘not at limit’ of Ducati despite strong Qatar MotoGP debut

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Marquez ‘not at limit’ of Ducati despite strong Qatar MotoGP debut Marquez ‘not at limit’ of Ducati despite strong Qatar MotoGP debut
Martin “cannot use strongest parts” of his riding on 2024 Ducati MotoGP bike

Martin “cannot use strongest parts” of his riding on 2024 Ducati MotoGP bike

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Martin “cannot use strongest parts” of his riding on 2024 Ducati MotoGP bike Martin “cannot use strongest parts” of his riding on 2024 Ducati MotoGP bike
Why the impact of Acosta's MotoGP debut is bigger than his results

Why the impact of Acosta's MotoGP debut is bigger than his results

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Why the impact of Acosta's MotoGP debut is bigger than his results Why the impact of Acosta's MotoGP debut is bigger than his results
Ducati: Renewing Bagnaia's MotoGP contract not as easy as people may think

Ducati: Renewing Bagnaia's MotoGP contract not as easy as people may think

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Ducati: Renewing Bagnaia's MotoGP contract not as easy as people may think Ducati: Renewing Bagnaia's MotoGP contract not as easy as people may think
In his victorious debut as Ducati's sporting director, Mauro Grassilli details how MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia's contract renewal was "nowhere near as easy" as it appeared.
Mir wants Honda "intensity" on MotoGP development to get out of "Japanese Cup"

Mir wants Honda "intensity" on MotoGP development to get out of "Japanese Cup"

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Mir wants Honda "intensity" on MotoGP development to get out of "Japanese Cup" Mir wants Honda "intensity" on MotoGP development to get out of "Japanese Cup"
Bagnaia: Understanding 2024 Ducati more important than Qatar MotoGP win

Bagnaia: Understanding 2024 Ducati more important than Qatar MotoGP win

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Bagnaia: Understanding 2024 Ducati more important than Qatar MotoGP win Bagnaia: Understanding 2024 Ducati more important than Qatar MotoGP win
How Qatar MotoGP debut proved Marquez's Ducati switch is already paying off

How Qatar MotoGP debut proved Marquez's Ducati switch is already paying off

MotoGP
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Qatar GP
How Qatar MotoGP debut proved Marquez's Ducati switch is already paying off How Qatar MotoGP debut proved Marquez's Ducati switch is already paying off
MotoGP rookie sensation Acosta “has to be happy” with Qatar GP “mistakes”

MotoGP rookie sensation Acosta “has to be happy” with Qatar GP “mistakes”

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
MotoGP rookie sensation Acosta “has to be happy” with Qatar GP “mistakes” MotoGP rookie sensation Acosta “has to be happy” with Qatar GP “mistakes”
Espargaro "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race

Espargaro "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Espargaro "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race Espargaro "100% sure" of victory before "nightmare" Qatar MotoGP race
Aleix Espargaro says he was “100% sure” about his chances of winning the Qatar Grand Prix before the MotoGP season opener eventually turned out to be a “nightmare” for him.
Marquez "gave up" maiden Ducati MotoGP podium shot in Qatar GP

Marquez "gave up" maiden Ducati MotoGP podium shot in Qatar GP

MotoGP
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Qatar GP
Marquez "gave up" maiden Ducati MotoGP podium shot in Qatar GP Marquez "gave up" maiden Ducati MotoGP podium shot in Qatar GP
Yamaha “further than ever” from rival MotoGP manufacturers after Qatar GP

Yamaha “further than ever” from rival MotoGP manufacturers after Qatar GP

MotoGP
MotoGP
Qatar GP
Yamaha “further than ever” from rival MotoGP manufacturers after Qatar GP Yamaha “further than ever” from rival MotoGP manufacturers after Qatar GP
MotoGP Qatar GP: Bagnaia wins thriller, Marquez fourth to cap off Ducati debut

MotoGP Qatar GP: Bagnaia wins thriller, Marquez fourth to cap off Ducati debut

MotoGP
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Qatar GP
MotoGP Qatar GP: Bagnaia wins thriller, Marquez fourth to cap off Ducati debut MotoGP Qatar GP: Bagnaia wins thriller, Marquez fourth to cap off Ducati debut
MotoGP Qatar GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results

MotoGP Qatar GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results

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Lusail
MotoGP Qatar GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results MotoGP Qatar GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results
Can anyone stop "changed" Bagnaia as Ducati tightens its grip on MotoGP?

Can anyone stop "changed" Bagnaia as Ducati tightens its grip on MotoGP?

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MotoGP
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MotoGP
By Lewis Duncan
Can anyone stop "changed" Bagnaia as Ducati tightens its grip on MotoGP? Can anyone stop "changed" Bagnaia as Ducati tightens its grip on MotoGP?
The signs that MotoGP's Japanese powerhouses are changing for the better

The signs that MotoGP's Japanese powerhouses are changing for the better

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MotoGP
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MotoGP
By Oriol Puigdemont
The signs that MotoGP's Japanese powerhouses are changing for the better The signs that MotoGP's Japanese powerhouses are changing for the better
The other Suzuki signing that could transform Honda's MotoGP form

The other Suzuki signing that could transform Honda's MotoGP form

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MotoGP
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MotoGP
By German Garcia Casanova
The other Suzuki signing that could transform Honda's MotoGP form The other Suzuki signing that could transform Honda's MotoGP form
How the MotoGP paddock has offered refuge to Suzuki's former team

How the MotoGP paddock has offered refuge to Suzuki's former team

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MotoGP
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By German Garcia Casanova
How the MotoGP paddock has offered refuge to Suzuki's former team How the MotoGP paddock has offered refuge to Suzuki's former team
How one MotoGP team went from title fights to losing it all in four years

How one MotoGP team went from title fights to losing it all in four years

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By Lewis Duncan
How one MotoGP team went from title fights to losing it all in four years How one MotoGP team went from title fights to losing it all in four years
Is MotoGP's comeback king ready to reclaim his throne?

Is MotoGP's comeback king ready to reclaim his throne?

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By Lewis Duncan
Is MotoGP's comeback king ready to reclaim his throne? Is MotoGP's comeback king ready to reclaim his throne?
How MotoGP’s underachiever is working to reverse its fortunes in 2023

How MotoGP’s underachiever is working to reverse its fortunes in 2023

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By Lewis Duncan
How MotoGP’s underachiever is working to reverse its fortunes in 2023 How MotoGP’s underachiever is working to reverse its fortunes in 2023
How MotoGP riders are preparing for the physical stress of sprint races

How MotoGP riders are preparing for the physical stress of sprint races

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By Germán Garcia Casanova
How MotoGP riders are preparing for the physical stress of sprint races How MotoGP riders are preparing for the physical stress of sprint races

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