What you might have missed from Thursday in Portimao

As MotoGP™ prepares to make its first stop in Europe, take a look at the talking points from Thursday in Portimao

The MotoGP paddock has landed in Portugal for Grande Premio Tissot de Portugal, with plenty of talking points in the build-up to this weekend. If you have missed any of the action don’t worry – we’ve compiled all the main talking points here:

WATCH: Aldeguer talks dream Ducati deal and factory bike chances

The Bologna bullets' latest recruit opened up on the move and discussed which team and bike we will see him compete with in 2025.

WATCH: Aldeguer team for 2025 revealed by new Ducati Sporting Director

Labelling the Spaniard as "the future of Ducati", Mauro Grassilli opened up on the signing of the exciting Spaniard and a potential teammate for Pecco Bagnaia on the factory team.

WATCH: Martin on Aldeguer's Pramac move: "I hope they'll say I'm on a red Ducati!"

The Spaniard is eyeing up the factory Ducati seat in 2025 alongside Pecco Bagnaia after it was revealed the Moto2™ star is Pramac-bound.

WATCH: How big is Oliveira dreaming for his home Grand Prix?

The Portuguese favourite is out to banish the demons of 2023 ahead of his return to his home round in Portimao.

WATCH: A rivalry is born! M. Marquez and Acosta talk epic battle and saves

There were plenty of highlights from the opening weekend for the rookie sensation, including a brilliant save and an overtake on the eight-time World Champion on Sunday in Qatar.

WATCH: Press Conference 1: Bagnaia, Binder and Martin

The Championship frontrunners look forward to a big weekend of action as MotoGP™ is back in Portimao for the Grande Premio Tissot de Portugal!

Make sure you have a look at this weekend's schedule so you don't miss any of the action, and keep up to date on motogp.com.

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