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Fabio Quartararo blasts yamaha engine for poor power and high fuel consumption at motegi

Fabio Quartararo’s farewell weekend with Yamaha at the Japanese Grand Prix was marred by severe engine issues that left the reigning MotoGP star powerless and struggling with excessive fuel consumption. Despite a promising start on Friday with a seventh-fastest time securing direct entry to Q2, Quartararo’s fortunes nosedived during qualifying, where he languished in 12th and last place, condemning him to start from the fourth row and nullifying the previous day’s effort.

https://motorcyclesports.net/fabio-quartararo-blasts-yamaha-engine-for-poor-power-and-high-fuel-consumption-at-motegi/

Marc Márquez reveals why he stays serious despite sprint wins in MotoGP

Marc Márquez’s steely demeanor on the MotoGP podium is no accident—it reflects a profound shift in his physical and mental approach following a series of surgeries on his right arm. The multiple interventions, including the latest shoulder operation stemming from last year’s crash in Indonesia, have forced Márquez to completely overhaul his training and recovery routines to safeguard the limb that endures the greatest strain on a MotoGP bike. Though the six-time world champion insists that chasi

https://motorcyclesports.net/marc-marquez-reveals-why-he-stays-serious-despite-sprint-wins-in-motogp/

Luca Marini urges Michelin to investigate hard tyre after Japanese MotoGP surprise

Luca Marini has issued a bold challenge to Michelin following an unexpected tyre revelation at the 2026 Japanese MotoGP at Motegi. The Honda HRC Castrol rider was stunned by the performance of Michelin’s seldom-used hard rear tyre, a choice initially dismissed by riders and experts alike before the weekend. Marini insists Michelin must “investigate” this tyre’s remarkable effectiveness after it outperformed the expected favourites on a fresh, demanding track surface.

https://motorcyclesports.net/luca-marini-urges-michelin-to-investigate-hard-tyre-after-japanese-motogp-surprise/

Keiichi Yasuda to succeed Koji Watanabe as Honda racing president in 2027

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) is set for a seismic leadership shift as Koji Watanabe, the president who has steered the brand’s motorsport ambitions since 2020, announces his retirement at the end of this year. From January 1, 2027, Keiichi Yasuda, the current executive vice president, will assume the helm of HRC, marking a pivotal change aimed at accelerating Honda’s global racing ventures.

https://motorcyclesports.net/keiichi-yasuda-to-succeed-koji-watanabe-as-honda-racing-president-in-2027/

Aprilia pushes for urgent tyre changes after safety issues disrupt Motegi MotoGP

Aprilia Racing has forced the hand of MotoGP officials after exposing a “clear safety issue” with rear tyres during the Motegi Sprint race, according to CEO Massimo Rivola. The blistering problem, which severely compromised tyre integrity, left title leader Jorge Martin battling hazardous conditions while damaging the rear wing of his Aprilia RS-GP. The alarming situation prompted Aprilia to push aggressively for immediate tyre regulation changes ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.

https://motorcyclesports.net/aprilia-pushes-for-urgent-tyre-changes-after-safety-issues-disrupt-motegi-motogp/

Jack Miller brands yamaha unrideable in motegi MotoGP due to excessive tyre pressures

Jack Miller blasted Pramac Yamaha’s cautious tyre strategy as the root cause of his miserable Japanese GP, branding his M1 “unrideable” amid soaring pressures that crippled his race. Starting from 20th on the grid at Motegi, Miller’s race unraveled quickly as he struggled to manage excessive tyre pressures that left him locking up front and rear, forcing him to surrender positions to Alex Rins, Toprak Razgatlioglu, and Honda’s stand-in Somkiat Chantra.

https://motorcyclesports.net/jack-miller-brands-yamaha-unrideable-in-motegi-motogp-due-to-excessive-tyre-pressures/

Pecco Bagnaia admits Ducati’s tyre choice error cost him at Japan Grand Prix

Pecco Bagnaia’s weekend at the Japanese Grand Prix ended in frustration as persistent rear grip issues plagued his Ducati, leaving the Italian rider far from satisfied with his performance at Motegi. Despite his team’s relentless efforts to solve the problem, a critical strategic mistake—failing to test the hard compound tyre before the race—ultimately compromised his results.

https://motorcyclesports.net/pecco-bagnaia-admits-ducatis-tyre-choice-error-cost-him-at-japan-grand-prix/

Max Verstappen wins bahrein GP with Red Bull Ford’s first-year engine and mocks f1’s tech issues

Max Verstappen clinched a stunning victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia, marking his first win of the 2026 season and delivering a monumental success for Red Bull Ford Powertrains. Starting from pole position at Sepang, the Dutch driver overcame a chaotic start plagued by technical glitches and weather challenges to secure a commanding triumph that underscores Red Bull’s breakthrough as a constructor with its own power unit.

https://motorcyclesports.net/max-verstappen-wins-bahrein-gp-with-red-bull-fords-first-year-engine-and-mocks-f1s-tech-issues/

Stefano Domenicali confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi will close 2026 Formula 1 season

Stefano Domenicali has delivered a decisive statement on the 2026 Formula 1 calendar, confirming that the season will culminate with the Qatar Grand Prix followed by the Abu Dhabi finale. This announcement ends mounting speculation about a possible European conclusion, yet it comes with a significant caveat: the continuation of these Middle Eastern races hinges on “the guarantees we absolutely must obtain,” as the F1 CEO stressed during a Sky Italia interview at Sepang.

https://motorcyclesports.net/stefano-domenicali-confirms-qatar-and-abu-dhabi-will-close-2026-formula-1-season/

Cristhian Pupulin brands motoGP 2027 850cc overhaul “a huge waste of money

Fabio Quartararo’s future chief mechanic Cristhian Pupulin has launched a scathing critique of MotoGP’s impending 2027 technical overhaul, branding the switch to 850cc machines as an “enormous waste of money.” Speaking ahead of the revolutionary changes that will redefine the premier class, Pupulin, currently Luca Marini’s crew chief at Honda and set to lead Quartararo’s pit box next season, questions the necessity and financial sense behind the costly development of new prototypes.

https://motorcyclesports.net/cristhian-pupulin-brands-motogp-2027-850cc-overhaul-a-huge-waste-of-money/