MotoGP Jerez: Alex Marquez Tops FP1; Marc Marquez Returns
Alex Marquez Sets the Pace in FP1
Alex Marquez kicked off the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix weekend by topping the timesheets in the morning’s FP1 session at Jerez. The Gresini Ducati rider set a time of 1:36.831, edging out brother Marc by just 0.357 seconds.
Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) completed the top three, with Maverick Vinales (KTM) and Joan Mir (Honda) rounding out the top five.
Marc Marquez Returns, Finishes Second
In his first session back since injury, Marc Marquez returned to form with a strong second-place finish. The eight-time world champion will look to build on this performance in the remaining practice sessions and qualifying.
A great feeling to be back on my MotoGP bike! 💪 Thank you for all the support! – MM93
Notable Performances and Absentees
- Aleix Espargaro (Honda) finished 11th, despite being a wildcard rider for the weekend.
- Jorge Martin was absent due to injury, with Lorenzo Savadori replacing him on the Aprilia.
- Miguel Oliveira also missed the session due to injury, with Augusto Fernandez substituting for him on the Yamaha.
Full Results: MotoGP Jerez FP1
FAQs
- Why was Jorge Martin absent?
- Martin is recovering from a serious injury sustained in the opening round of the season in Qatar.
- Who replaced Jorge Martin?
- Lorenzo Savadori filled in for Martin on the Aprilia.
- What happened to Miguel Oliveira?
- Oliveira is still recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in Argentina.
Did you know?
Jerez is a historical circuit for the Marquez brothers. Marc won his first MotoGP race here in 2013, while Alex claimed his first-ever MotoGP podium at the same track in 2018.