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Assen: Back row for Florian Alt – debut for the former champion

The rider currently fourth in the Euro Moto Superbike standings will start from the back row for both races on Sunday at Assen. The reason is both simple and depressing.

Dr Angel Charte on Marquez and Martin: “They’re very cool guys”

MotoGP Chief Medical Officer Dr Angel Charte talks about the differences between the riders in the Motorcycle World Championship. What makes Marc Marquez and Jorge Martin stand out.

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella: This is easier this season than in 2025

Things went significantly better for McLaren in 2025 than in the first half of the 2026 season. This has had an impact on planning, as team principal Andrea Stella emphasises. He explains what is easier this year.

Jeffrey Herlings (HRC) wins qualifying race in Uddevalla

World Championship leader Jeffrey Herlings (HRC) won the qualifying race for the Swedish Grand Prix in Uddevalla with a start-to-finish victory, thereby extending his lead at the top of the standings.

New Ducati Panigale V2: Is the tuned engine better than the restricted version?

Bavarian rider Philipp Öttl has been shown a vote of confidence by Ducati, having been given the opportunity to develop the new Panigale V2 for the 2027 Supersport World Championship. There are many indications that the partnership will continue.

MX2 Qualifying, Uddevalla: Simon Längenfelder wins, Farres retires

German Red Bull KTM factory rider Simon Längenfelder won the MX2 qualifying race for the Swedish Grand Prix in Uddevalla. World Championship leader Guillem Farres (Triumph) was forced to retire following a crash.

Jorge Martin (Aprilia): MotoGP World Championship leader treats himself to a break in Ibiza

Following the successful MotoGP weekend at Silverstone, Jorge Martin is recharging his batteries. He’s enjoying some quality time with his girlfriend Maria in Ibiza to ensure he’s ready for the final ten events.

Oliveira on the next generation of MotoGP riders: “I don’t see anyone who can challenge Marc”

For former MotoGP ace Miguel Oliveira, there is currently no outstanding talent among the young riders who can take on Marc Márquez. However, he believes two riders have great potential.

Flavio Briatore’s radical proposal: sprints at every GP weekend

Formula 1 drivers are competing in six sprint races this year. If Formula 1 officials have their way, there will be more in future. Alpine’s special adviser, Flavio Briatore, agrees.

Ted and Vincent Peugeot: Years of hard work rewarded with second place

They have come close to a top-three finish in the Sidecar World Championship on several occasions. Following the second race in Cremona, the father-and-son duo of Ted and Vincent Peugeot stepped onto the podium for the first time.

Matteo Cairoli wins amidst the smoke from the forest fires at the Nürburgring

Matteo Cairoli wins the first DTM race at the Nürburgring. The Ferrari driver prevails in commanding fashion amidst the thick smoke from the forest fires in the Eifel.