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Aragon MotoGP: Triple Lap Record Drama!
29 Aug
Summary
- Top three riders were separated by fractions of a second.
- Lap record at MotorLand Aragon fell three times.
- Several top riders, including Bagnaia, missed direct Q2 entry.
Friday practice at MotorLand Aragon delivered an unprecedented spectacle, as the top three riders were separated by the smallest of margins ever recorded on a MotoGP Friday. The circuit's lap record was shattered three times throughout the session, culminating in Marco Bezzecchi taking the top spot.
Marc Marquez had initially dominated the proceedings, showcasing his prowess at a circuit where he holds seven MotoGP wins. However, the final 15 minutes saw a flurry of fast laps, with Bezzecchi ultimately snatching first place by just 0.038 seconds. Alex Marquez also improved significantly, edging out his brother Marc but falling short of Bezzecchi's benchmark.
The close competition extended beyond the frontrunners. Fabio Di Giannantonio secured fourth place, ahead of Fermin Aldeguer. Meanwhile, several notable riders, including former World Champions Francesco Bagnaia and Fabio Quartararo, faced a difficult day. Both will be forced to compete in Q1 after failing to secure direct passage to the second qualifying session.
Johann Zarco marked a strong return after a three-month layoff, clinching tenth place and a spot in Q2. His teammate Diogo Moreira narrowly missed out, ending the session in eleventh. The day concluded with intense competition and a constantly rewritten lap record, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend.
