Pramac Racing's Johann Zarco produced a stunning last-gasp flying lap to top Q1 at the Motul TT Assen and join factory counterpart Francesco Bagnaia in Q2. The Frenchman was unable to set a flying lap in the first runs meaning he was the target of many to try follow in the closing stages.
Tech3 KTM Factory Racing's Iker Lecuona made best use of the tow on the first of the flying laps, jumping up to P2 behind Bagnaia. Before then Zarco, having earlier made a mistake and it appearing as if it was game over, the Pramac man dug deep to go top with the chequered flag out.
Under pressure, @JohannZarco1 delivers! ????
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A last-ditch effort takes him through with @PeccoBagnaia at the expense of @LecuonaIker! ⏩#DutchGP ???????? pic.twitter.com/U2qJ9eyOlV
Repsol Honda Team's Marc Marquez crashed out in the closing stages, meaning the eight-time World Champion was forced to settle for a career-worst MotoGP™ qualifying result just six days on from victory at the German Grand Prix. He will line-up 20th on the grid for Sunday's main event.