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The 2013 MotoGP grid guide

Lorenzo versus Pedrosa, Rossi back on a Yamaha, and the thrilling potential of Marquez. MotoGP 2013 has all the ingredients of a spectacular contest. Sam Tremayne and Matt Beer assess the pack

The pool of potential winners in MotoGP may not be as large as it once was, but quality easily overwhelms quantity in this case.

Last year's title combatants Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa delivered a thrilling enough duel on their own in late 2012. Now they face the challenge of a rejuvenated Valentino Rossi back on a competitive Yamaha and the startling talent of Moto2 champion Marc Marquez on the second Honda.

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