The SHARK Grand Prix de France track action is just around the corner and there were some big talking points after Thursday's build-up. Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) has been declared fit to ride ahead of Friday's action, whilst Danilo Petrucci spoke about his return to the Ducati Lenovo Team at a circuit where the #9 has won with the Italian manufacturer before.
Just in case you missed any of the action from the build-up to what promises to be an exciting weekend of racing, then don’t worry – we’ve compiled all of the main topics right here:
Official: Marc Marquez declared FIT for the French GP
After undergoing a medical check at the circuit on Thursday, the eight-time World Champion is clear to return to action in Le Mans
WATCH: Quartararo rejects notion Lorenzo could prevent Yamaha woes
The MotoGP™ Legend suggested things at the Iwata factory may be different if he was their Test Rider... the 2021 World Champion disagreed
Marc Marquez talks penalty debate: "It's not my fault"
The returning Repsol Honda star outlines his thoughts on the Long Lap penalty saga while discussing what we can expect from him in Le Mans
MotoGP™ Podcast with A.Espargaro
Ahead of the 1000th GP, the most experienced rider in the paddock shares what's changed from being a nervous 15-year-old to now
WATCH: "If I can't wear orange, maybe red!" - Acosta teases future
The Moto2™ starlet reaffirmed his belief in the KTM project but refused to rule out a move to another team if the opportunity were to arise
WATCH: Marquez penalty saga and Kalex chassis: Puig's viewpoint
With his star rider back for Le Mans, the Repsol Honda Team Manager discusses recent controversies plus his French GP plans
WATCH: Petrucci: It took me 10 seconds to yes to Ducati!
The jovial Italian replaces Enea Bastianini in Le Mans and returns to a happy hunting ground, having taken a wet weather win in 2020