LIVE TEXT: 2025 Aragon Test

Monday, June 9

17:55 - FIVE MINUTES LEFT: We are nearing the chequered flag, waiting to find out if anyone can respond to Bezzecchi’s new benchmark. Make sure you stick around after the chequered flag, as we have an end-of-day report and plenty of reaction to bring you!

17:45 - BEZ RESPONDS! Well, it wouldn’t be MotoGP without some late drama in the timesheets as Marco Bezzecchi charges to the top. The Italian set an incredible 1:45.700 before entering the pits once more – 0.004s quicker than Marquez’ pole lap on Saturday.

17:40 - Gonzalez impresses: The #18 just had a late surge, entering the 1:47 bracket as he continues to find time on track. Gonzalez now sits 21st, placing ahead of Somkiat Chantra with just 20 minutes remaining at Aragon.

17:25 - Franco Morbidelli has gone down at Turn 10 in the last few minutes – rider OK. Despite the crash, the #21 still holds onto P5 with just over 30 minutes left in the Aragon Test.

17:20 - Positive signs over at Honda, with Joan Mir’s 1:46.419 being a considerable step forward for the #36. That lap is already 0.354s quicker than his Q2 time just two days ago. A sign of things to come for Honda? We certainly hope so!

17:00 - ONE-HOUR REMAINING: It’s the final push for teams and riders, as they continue to work through their testing programs. Franco Morbidelli is back on track, with Lorenzo Savadori and Manuel Gonzalez continuing to log laps. Acosta soon returned to the pitlane after setting a handful of quick times.

16:58 - A late surge from Pedro Acosta! The #37 has improved on his time from this morning, slotting into P4. Could we see a late time attack from anyone…

16:45 - Take a look at Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia on the Ducati, because even in still images, they look fast! The factory Ducati riders have been testing an updated aero package today, which features changes to all three key components compared to their ‘normal’ aero package.

16:35 - Some fast laps are now being set at Aragon, with Maverick Viñales pushing his KTM into P3 overall. He’s been testing a range of parts throughout the day, including what looks to be a mass damper, later fitted to both of his bikes. Fabio Di Giannantonio has found further time elsewhere, now sitting P11 and just 0.763s adrift from the top.

16:15 - Marc Marquez’ best lap so far in Session 2 is a 1:45.826, bringing him closer to his fastest time of the day. The #93 continues to put in the mileage this afternoon, with less than two hours remaining at Aragon. Still, Marc holds a 0.209s advantage in the overall standing from Fermin Aldeguer, who hasn’t been back on track since his early afternoon run.

16:00 - Back to the serious stuff: No changes inside the top five within the last hour, but all eyes were on Fabio Di Giannantonio. The Italian has improved and is now within one second of Marc’s fastest lap, placing Diggia P13.

15:55 - One of our favourite parts of testing has to be ‘stealth mode’. With a combination of new parts, it is common for teams to use unpainted fairings for the duration of the Test, resulting in some incredible-looking machines.

15:45 - Raul Fernandez is our next improver of the afternoon, setting a 1:47.030 on his 18th lap before entering the pits. It’s an important test for Fernandez, who is looking to find a step in the right direction ahead of Mugello. The #25 had some company on the circuit, with Quartararo, Bagnaia and Zarco continuing to circulate!

15:30 - Missing the sound of MotoGP bikes blasting off the line already? Don’t worry, we have you covered… Check out more practice start action from earlier this afternoon.

15:20 - How impressive is Marc Marquez’ time from earlier? VERY impressive is the answer! His fastest lap today is just 0.045s shy of the All-Time Lap Record, set by the #93 in qualifying just a few days ago!

15:05 - Less than three hours remain, with Zarco finding time to improve on his best. Make sure you grab your seat, get comfy and keep updated with all the action.

14:55 - Looking back at the timesheet, there haven’t been many improvements so far, with only Aldeguer and Acosta bettering their times from this morning. But things could change quickly with more riders now hitting the track, including Marc Marquez, Marco Bezzecchi, and Johann Zarco. Watch this space…

14:50 - Hello there! A familiar face is in the KTM garage today as Dani Pedrosa closely monitors proceedings. Pedrosa isn’t riding today, so that responsibility is handed to Pol Espargaro. 

14:35 - Manuel Gonzalez is back on track following his earlier crash. Despite the earlier setback, there are plenty of positives for the #18 as he looks to improve his 1:48.600 further. Meanwhile, Trackhouse Racing teammate Raul Fernandez continues his testing plan, completing a handful of laps before returning to the pits.

14:25 - Poetry in motion: While we have a few quiet moments on track, let’s take a look at some practice starts from earlier.

14:21 - It’s not the start to the afternoon session that Yamaha was hoping for, with Alex Rins suffering a crash at Turn 12 – rider OK.  

14:10 - Aprilia has had a productive day so far, with Marco Bezzecchi sitting P10, and he is joined on track by test rider Lorenzo Savadori today. A new front fairing with some slightly updated wings has been spotted at Aprilia. Meanwhile, Raul Fernandez continues to find time at Trackhouse, with some parts to compare.

14:00 - Aldeguer came out of the blocks fast this afternoon, finding further time to place the rookie second in the combined standings. Check out the full results with four hours remaining!

13:50 - The track remains quiet, with Acosta back in the pits after four laps, leaving only Fermin Aldeguer and Johann Zarco circulating. Most riders are still in their garages, including Enea Bastianini, who’s testing parts on his Tech3 KTM – one of his bikes running without any noticeable rear aero.

13:25 - Track action is back underway! Fermin Aldeguer and Pedro Acosta are the first out of the pits as over four hours of testing remain. During the short break between sessions, riders took the chance to try some practice starts.

13:02 - WE ARE LIVE! Join us at the circuit for our ‘Midday Live’ as Elliot York and Kiko Giles bring you all the latest from Aragon.

13:00 - The flag is out! That ends this morning’s session, with Marc Marquez remaining quickest after his benchmark lap of a 1:45.749. Viñales slotted into second with less than two minutes remaining, again showing some incredible pace in testing. Morbidelli is third, spending the final moments of the session in the pits!

12:55 - 10-MINUTE WARNING: We're into the final minutes of the session, and Marc Marquez's time still stands. The #93 is on track for one more run, looking to squeeze in a few more laps. Don’t forget – we’ll be live on social media shortly, with Elliot York and Kiko Giles bringing you up to speed from this morning’s action!

12:45 - Morbidelli is currently in the box, with the #21 looking to improve rear grip today. There are some shiny new parts in the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team box, with Fabio Di Giannantonio also testing the updated aero today!

12:35 - Less than 30 minutes remain in the opening session of today’s Test, and the timesheets have seen plenty of changes. Marc Marquez leads the way, followed by Morbidelli and Quartararo, with Viñales and Aldeguer rounding out the top five. Bagnaia holds sixth, just ahead of Mir and Alex Marquez.

12:25 - KTM appears to have a busy testing plan today, with Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) spotted running a slightly updated side fairing earlier in the morning. Both Binder and Acosta are also using the new stegosaurus rear aero as they try to search for the next step!

12:20 - We’ve got our first shots of Joan Mir on track today, as he breaks into the top 10 while putting in valuable laps for HRC. Mir is the sole Honda HRC Castrol rider in action, with Luca Marini continuing to recover following a crash at Suzuka.

12:03 - Manuel Gonzalez has suffered his first crash in the premier class, going down at Turn 2 – rider OK. It comes after a promising morning, having posted a 1:48.600 earlier in the session. Pedro Acosta has also had his own crash at Turn 7 – rider OK.

12:00 - Another hour has ticked by at Aragon, with Marc Marquez remaining in P1 and the only rider inside the 1:45 bracket! Just one hour remains before a short break ahead of the afternoon session at 13:20 (UTC +2).

11:40 - Both Ducati Lenovo riders are currently in the pits, with Marc Marquez remaining in P1 and Francesco Bagnaia up to P3. Marc Marquez appears to be running an updated aero package, which was first seen in pre-season testing.

11:30 - Over at HRC, Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol) looks to be testing the carbon fibre swingarm, something we first saw Aleix Espargaro use in Jerez. Mir is currently in P12, having set a 1:47.110 on his last run.

11:20 - It’s shaping up to be a busy day in the Yamaha garage as they hunt for a further step. Fabio Quartararo currently sits P14 with a 1:47.237, while teammate Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) is in P20. Rins is running the older aero on both bikes, but appears to have two different swingarms to try and compare.

11:10 - Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing), Alex Marquez and Morbidelli have all found further time, leading the chase behind Marc Marquez. Bezzecchi clearly had his morning coffee – he’s already racked up 20 laps!

11:00 - The first hour is in the books with Viñales making a late push, leaping to second just 0.099s off Marc Marquez. All riders have now set times, with Aldeguer joining the action!

10:55 - The shuffle at the top continues as Marc Marquez finds more time, setting a 1:46.549. Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha) slots into second ahead of Acosta, as we approach the end of the first hour.

10:47 - KTM has a packed schedule for today, with Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) flying on track, jumping to P2. Test rider Pol Espargaro will join the action today, testing and comparing parts on a full black bike.

10:40 - Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) now heads out onto the track, with only Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) yet to exit the pitlane. Morbidelli has a busy schedule ahead, as he looks for more rear grip and a further step ahead of the Italian GP.

10:28 - Returning to the top: Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) sets a stunning 1:46.771, that’s 0.749s quicker than Maverick Viñales in P2! It was a brilliant weekend for the #93, who looks to have carried his momentum into Monday’s Test.

10:20 – It’s our first opportunity for us to see Manuel Gonzalez on a MotoGP bike, and where better than Aragon! It’s a special day for the Moto2 star, who sits P14 after his first run – check out the first photos of him below.

10:10 - Hot temperatures are expected today, as we get set for a busy day! The first times are now being posted, with Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) currently fastest after setting a 1:48.133 – starting his day strong.

10:00 - We are GO! The Aragon Test is underway, with a handful of riders heading onto the track, including Maverick Viñales (Red Bull KTM Tech3), Johann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR) and Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP). Manuel Gonzalez (Trackhouse MotoGP Team) is also leaving the pit lane as he prepares for his first laps onboard a MotoGP bike.

09:55 - There’s a fresh face in the Trackhouse Racing garage today, as current Moto2 World Championship leader Manuel Gonzalez gets his first taste of the premier class! Gonzalez steps in for the recovering Ai Ogura, giving the Moto2 star a chance to gain valuable experience.

09:50 - Good morning from Aragon! Ready for another day of track action? We sure are! It’s a crucial day as riders and teams are back on track for a one-day Test. Don’t worry, we’ll be keeping you up to date with everything throughout today so you don’t miss a beat! Find out how to follow the Aragon Test HERE!