After an action-packed double header kicked off the season in fine fashion, MotoGP™ enjoyed a week off before the action is set to commence once again at the Circuit of The Americas. There were plenty of talking points on Thursday as the paddock prepares for the next chapter of the 2023 season.
Whilst close friends away from the circuit, Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) and Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) discuss the imminent likelihood of an on-track rivalry and the possibility of lifting the crown in 2023. There were many other talking points of throughout the day, so to make sure you're up to date with all the latest on MotoGP™ we've complied them all right here:
- NEWS: Oliveira declared fit for Americas GP
The Portuguese rider will be back in action at COTA having been forced out of Round 2.
- WATCH: Does Bagnaia believe Bezzecchi is a threat to his throne?
Great friends off track, but the two VR46 Academy graduates look set to do battle once again in COTA and perhaps even for bigger honours
-WATCH: "I'm keeping my feet on the ground" - Bezzecchi
It's been a whirlwind few weeks for the Italian after his recent successes but he's determined to not let it get to his head
-WATCH: Jarvis talks Toprak, Morbidelli and 2024 factory seat future
The Yamaha Motor Racing Managing Director reviewed the Turk's Jerez Test, and what it means going forward for the Iwata factory
- WATCH: "85%" - A. Marquez assesses winning chances in COTA
After a brilliant start to life aboard the Ducati, the Gresini Rider has tempered expectations of victory ahead of the Americas GP
- WATCH: Quartararo on 2024 teammate: "It could be Franco or Toprak"
The 2021 World Champion discussed Razgatlioğlu's recent Test on the M1 and the possibility he could be in line for a MotoGP™ move next year
- WATCH: Last on the Brakes with Massimo Rivola | MotoGP™ Podcast
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola joins Fran Wyld on today’s programme ahead of the Americas GP to chat about a season that has already brought its fair share of joy and disappointment to date
-WATCH: Opportunity beckons in COTA with usual Sheriffs off-duty
Neither Marc Marquez nor Enea Bastianini will ride in Austin, but that doesn't make the Championship's top three American dream any easier