Maverick Viñales
Maverick Viñales, the 2013 Moto3™ World Champion, has made his mark in the world of motorcycle racing. After moving up to MotoGP™ in 2015, he became Rookie of the Year before winning his first MotoGP™ race in 2016. Now with Aprilia, 'Top Gun' is one of the sport's biggest stars and you can discover everything you need to know about him here!
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Viñales: "The body is responding well"
After four days on track, Maverick Viñales reflects on the positives from the Catalan GP and Barcelona Test as he assesses his physical condition and some new parts
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Viñales returns: “When I jump on the bike on Friday, I’ll know”
After missing the last few Grands Prix through injury, Maverick Viñales discusses his recovery progress, managing expectations for his home comeback in Catalonia and the desire to fight back at the front immediately
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Viñales: "It’s like you enter a different world"
Sit down with Maverick Viñales as he explains the emotions, sacrifices and mindset required to compete at the highest level in MotoGP!
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Steiner: "The most exciting sport in the world"
The Tech3 boss sits down for a chat to talk about his first season in the sport as he continues to be impressed with what he sees in MotoGP
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Shoulder issue sees Viñales withdraw from USA GP: "A screw is out of place"
'Top Gun' has opted to pull out of the weekend in Austin as he is set for surgery on the shoulder injury that has plagued him since the 2025 German GP
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"Winning again" - Lorenzo and Viñales dream together ahead of the new season
Join MotoGP Hall of Famer Jorge Lorenzo in a chat with Maverick Viñales as they discuss the upcoming season and why 'Top Gun' enlisted the former World Champion’s help
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NEW LEASE OF LIFE: Jorge Lorenzo details working with Viñales
The three-time World Champion joined After the Flag to talk working with 'Top Gun' in 2026, and who has caught his eye this year!
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Viñales sits P3: "Straight away I've got a good feeling with the bike"
'Top Gun' put any lingering injury fears over his shoulder firmly to bed on Day 1 in Sepang, as he spoke optimistically about the 2026 package KTM have brought
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Viñales: "Lorenzo has changed the way I approach a season"
Referencing his work with the three-time MotoGP World Champion, Top Gun looks back on a difficult second half of 2025 and what’s changed ahead of the new season
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HIGHLIGHTS: Red Bull KTM and Tech3 launch into 2026
Enjoy the best bits from the 2026 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Tech3 team launch
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In full: Red Bull KTM reveal Factory and Tech3 colours for 2026
Watch Acosta, Binder, Bastianini and Viñales show off their liveries for the upcoming MotoGP season
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"The speed is back!" - Viñales ready to go all in after injury return
Top Gun is back in action at the season finale, and expects to show few ill effects from the shoulder problem which has disrupted his season
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"We're going to miss Herve a lot!"
Tech3 duo Maverick Viñales and Enea Bastianini react to the news that Guenther Steiner will join the team, as long-standing boss Hervé Poncharal prepares to step aside
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Swapping leathers for aprons: MotoGP stars cook up a storm!
Maverick Viñales and Diogo Moreira joined the Gastronomic Forum in Barcelona ahead of the Catalan GP and put their kitchen skills to the test
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"We're hungry for that victory" - Viñales
The Tech3 rider feels that a big result for KTM is just around the corner, having taken an impressive P5 in Assen
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MotoGP Uncovered: Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's SuperMav!
The KTM star has brought a special new helmet to Assen, continuing his theme of wearing superhero-inspired lids
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Which rival's riding style has impressed current stars the most?
Pedrosa? Lorenzo? Bagnaia? Four riders who know what it takes to win reflect on the most technically brilliant opponents they've faced
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"The potential is there" - Viñales aiming high in Assen
Convinced that recent results don't reflect recent performances, Maverick prepares for take off at Assen's 'Cathedral of Speed'
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“It’s obvious we have a good opportunity tomorrow” - Viñales
He’s quick, he’s calm, and he’s close, but is #12 ready to steal the show on Ducati's home turf?
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Viñales senses breakthrough weekend at Mugello
Strong straight-line speed and improving aero have the Red Bull KTM Tech3 rider calling qualifying “an opportunity” to build on the momentum
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LAST 5 MINS: A new challenger arises in Mugello!
Relive the finale to Friday's action as Maverick Viñales announced himself as a contender in Italy, beating both factory Ducatis to P1
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"It can help a lot" - Viñales eyes gains after Test findings
Speaking before setting the fastest time of the Test, Top Gun broke down what was on the menu for him in Aragon
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HIGHLIGHTS: Viñales takes Aragon testing honours, Gonzalez debuts
There were plenty of innovations on show as MotoGP welcomed a new face to the fold for the day
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Word on the Grid: Rider reaction to the Tissot Sprint at Aragon!
Hear from some stars of the show as they review their qualifying and Sprint performances, and look ahead to Sunday's Aragon GP
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Viñales leads KTM offensive at Aragon, is there more to come from 'Top Gun'?
Acosta and Binder made it three KTM riders directly into Q2 at MotorLand Aragon after a strong Friday for KTM
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Top Gun, top prospect: Viñales ready to fight at the front
The KTM rider maintains his strong form on Day 1 of the French GP, with the only setback a crash late in the afternoon
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Word on the Grid: Rider reaction to the Tissot Sprint!
A handful of stars reflect on a dramatic Sprint, calling it 'bittersweet', 'incredible' and 'fun' after a wild Saturday at Jerez.
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UNSEEN: "Our time will arrive"
Enjoy the post-race conversations, celebrations and penalty reaction with Viñales, Tech3, Bagnaia and Morbidelli following the Qatar GP
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UNHEARD: "The KTM is really fast on the straights, it's unbelievable!"
Qatar threw up a thriller, and you can hear the immediate thoughts of Marc Marquez, Pecco Bagnaia and Maverick Viñales post-race
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"Maybe it takes a month, maybe it takes a year" - Can Vinales win with a fourth manufacturer?
Maverick discusses his bold move to Red Bull KTM Tech3, sharing first impressions, the challenges of adapting to a new bike, and his ambitious goals for 2025.