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Brilliant Bezzecchi bags maiden win as Bagnaia crashes
Mooney VR46’s Bezzecchi dominates in Termas to become the new title leader as Pecco picks up P16 after crashing from P2
Take a bow Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team). From start to finish, the Italian MotoGP™ sophomore was untouchable as he produced a wet weather masterclass to claim a debut premier class victory – and with it, the World Championship lead. A late-charging Johann Zarco (Prima Pramac Racing) grabbed a late P2 to beat Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) as the latter stands on the podium for the first time with Ducati. On the flip side of the Ducati coin, reigning World Champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) crashed unhurt from P2 and crossed the line in P16.
Bezzecchi unbeatable as an early Championship twist occurs in Termas
The threat of a flag-to-flag race loomed but more rain fell after the Moto2™ race had finished, as the premier class revved up for a 25-lap fully went encounter. Bezzecchi grabbed the holeshot from polesitter Alex Marquez, with Bagnaia and Franco Morbidelli (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) slotting into P4. Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) didn’t get away well, as Sprint hero Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) crashed at Turn 5 after contact with Viñales.
Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) was shoved wide at Turn 7 by Takaaki Nakagami (LCR Honda Idemitsu) as the Frenchman dropped to P16 in the early exchanges, with the Japanese rider sitting P10. As the race settled down, Bezzecchi was able to stretch out a second lead over Alex Marquez, with Bagnaia and Morbidelli keeping in touch. Fabio Di Giannantonio (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) was up to P5, the gap to Morbidelli in P4 was 2.7s.
With 17 laps left on the clock, Bezzecchi’s lead was up to two seconds. A lap later it was 2.6s. The Italian was a class apart from the chasing pack in the early stages, and as the Grand Prix approached race distance, his lead kept on creeping up. Bagnaia was keeping second place Alex Marquez on his toe, 0.9s split the duo, with Morbidelli sitting 1.5s back from Pecco in a comfortable P4.
On Lap 15 of 25, Alex Marquez and Bagnaia engaged in battle. After a couple of attempts, Bagnaia got the better of Marquez as Morbidelli closed in too. Meanwhile, a flawless Bezzecchi was 5.6s up the road and well on course to take a dream debut victory in MotoGP™.
Then, drama. At the penultimate corner at the end of Lap 17, Bagnaia tucked the front. The World Championship leader was down, not out, but he re-joined in P16. That promoted Alex Marquez into P2 and Morbidelli into P3, but Zarco was setting a blistering pace – a podium wasn’t out of reach for the Frenchman who was 3.7s back from Morbidelli’s Yamaha.
WATCH: World Champion Bagnaia crashes out of podium places!
With five to go, Zarco kept gobbling up the metres on Marquez and Morbidelli. The deficit was now 2.1s, as countryman Quartararo also made good late race progress – the #20 was up to P7. With four to go, it was down to 1.4s. Morbidelli was coming under pressure, and so was Marquez if the latter wanted to keep his P2 intact.
Turn 7, two and a half laps to go – Zarco was through on Morbidelli for P3. Now, Zarco locked his radar on Marquez’s GP22. And on the last lap at Turn 5, Marquez could do nothing but watch Zarco stick his GP23 up the inside and slide on through.
A few seconds up the road, Bezzecchi safely rounded the final lap to cross the line as a MotoGP™ race winner and World Championship leader. An unreal performance from the young Italian, as Zarco beat Marquez by half a second in what was another stunning comeback ride. Italy beats France and Spain, as Ducati Independent Teams lockout the rostrum in Argentina.
The points scorers in Termas
Despite narrowly missing out on a return to the podium, a resurgent Morbidelli will be very pleased with a P4 after a very difficult run of form. P5 went the way of Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing), Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) came from P16 on the grid to finish P6, as Quartararo climbs from P16 to P7 in what was a great recovery ride from the 2021 World Champion.
Luca Marini (Mooney VR46 Racing Team), Alex Rins (LCR Honda Castrol) and Di Giannantonio rounded out the top 10, with rookie Augusto Fernandez (GASGAS Factory Racing Tech3) going very well in P11. It was a disappointing day for Viñales and Aprilia Racing, the Spaniard was P12 ahead of Nakagami, Raul Fernandez (CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP™ Team) and a lowly 15th place Aleix Espargaro. Not the weekend the Noale factory were looking for.
Bagnaia and Binder, the two crashers, crossed the line together in P16 and P17 – a frustrating Sunday for both.
Simply the Bez! What a stunning ride from Bezzecchi, who heads to the Americas GP as the World Championship leader by nine points over Bagnaia. Bring on the horsepower rodeo.
Top 10:
1. Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team)
2. Johann Zarco (Prima Pramac Racing) + 4.085
3. Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) + 4.681
4. Franco Morbidelli (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) + 7.581
5. Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) + 9.746
6. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) + 10.562
7. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) + 11.095
8. Luca Marini (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) + 13.694
9. Alex Rins (Team Suzuki Ecstar) + 14.327
10. Fabio Di Giannantonio (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) + 18.515
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Arbolino victorious in intense Moto2™ battle of attrition
With two laps remaining the stage was set for a grandstand finish to the Argentina Grand Prix with Arbolino, Lopez, and Dixon locked together at the front. Last lap time and Arbolino had stretched the group out with a couple of bike lengths in hand to Lopez, with Dixon dropping off to take a lonely 3rd place. Arbolino held strong until the chequered flag, taking victory and the championship lead.
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Suzuki sails to victory in rain-soaked stunner
This left the likes of Masia, Alamna, Artigas, and the chasing pack to scrap it out of P2. With seven laps to go, Masia began to break away from the group, leaving the rest behind him to scrap it out for P3. Just as we thought we’d seen all the drama, Masia was punished by a tiny error and crashed out 2nd place with his weekend ending in the gravel trap. This promoted Artigas to 2nd place but the CFMoto man also fell victim to the conditions crashing out at the final corner with Muñoz going down in tandem just behind him.
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Bezzecchi blows away the field in rain-soaked Warm Up
With the Argentina Grand Prix just around the corner, the MotoGP™ grid hit the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit to fine-tune their wet setups with rain clouds looming over race day. The riders all managed to keep it upright in the difficult conditions, with the pace getting hotter and hotter as the riders found the grip out on the circuit. Bezzecchi sat comfortably at the top of the timesheets despite strong efforts from Marini, and Miller.
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Joan Mir declared unfit for Argentina Grand Prix race
After a morning medical check, Repsol Honda Team’s Joan Mir was declared unfit for the Michelin® Grand Prix of Argentina by MotoGP™ and circuit medical staff due to cranial and cervical trauma suffered in his Lap 1 Tissot Sprint crash on Saturday.
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Super73 Announces Several New Products, Including Kids Bikes And An E-Motorcycle
Of course, as luck would have it, the new electric motorcycle called the C1X is the one product Super73 didn’t send any information on. Nonetheless, if the electric bicycle brand has been of interest to you, you’ll be happy to know new models and new colors are on the way.
Begin press releases:
SUPER73 LAUNCHES THE ALL-NEW ADVENTURE SERIES FEATURING AN OVERALL DESIGN BUILT TO PERFORM IN RUGGED CONDITIONS
SUPER73, the American lifestyle adventure brand specializing in electric motorbikes, announced today the launch of its all-new SUPER73 Adventure Series lineup of bikes designed for the outdoors. Based on rider feedback, SUPER73 designed these models for the ultimate explorer by adding standard front suspension across the entire line. Select Adventure Series models boast fully adjustable front and rear suspension to suit riders needs, personalizing the riding experience.
The SUPER73 Adventure Series is packed with state-of-the-art features that will make riding more fun when exploring the outdoors with family and friends. Each SUPER73 Adventure Series model comes standard with more aggressive SUPER73 GRZLY tires, an extended performance seat with gripper vinyl for added comfort, a headlight and rear light, fenders, and the relocation of the battery to the down tube for the S and R models giving them a lower center of gravity for better handling. SUPER73 also implemented the eight-speed cassette as a standard feature on all SUPER73 Adventure Series bikes.
“At SUPER73, we combine thoughtful design with features riders want on our vehicles. It’s a combination of form and function that sets us apart from the competition and the SUPER73 Adventure Series delivers in spades, so we’re excited to announce the new lineup is available now,” said LeGrand Crewse, SUPER73 CEO. “We are huge proponents of listening to our customer feedback, especially from our Super Squad, while understanding the critical details that take our product to the next level. We’re always evolving our product lineup to reach the widest array of riders possible, showcasing a steadfast commitment to current and new customers.”
SUPER73 Z Adventure – Starting at $2,695
The SUPER73 Z Adventure design embodies a nostalgic, raw, moto-inspired bike that is the most cost effective in the new lineup, starting at $2,695. The Z Adventure Series model comes equipped with front suspension, a front fender, an eight speed cassette, and headlight to fit each rider’s needs. Further playing up the bike’s performance, this model features a new front suspension fork and hydraulic brakes. Within this new model, SUPER73 debuts its satin colorways, including Panthro Blue, Sandstorm and two special edition colors: Corsetti and Snowshadow.
SUPER73 S Adventure – Starting at $3,595 U.S.
Taking a step up from the SUPER73 Z Adventure, the SUPER73 S Adventure embodies the classic e-bike feel with a muted, yet authentic style. Boasting all the same features as its sister Z model, the SUPER73 S Adventure comes equipped with an off-road style front and rear fender, along with a relocated battery on the down tube of the frame and extended seat, providing a more aggressive design. The SUPER73 S Adventure can be found in the following colorways: Panthro Blue, Sandstorm, Corsetti and Snowshadow.
SUPER73 R Adventure – Starting at $ $3,995 U.S.
SUPER73’s flagship Adventure Series model is the SUPER73 R Adventure, boasting an aggressive look that takes the riders fun and adventure to the next level. This premier model features everything the Z and S models come standard, along with the addition of fully adjustable front and rear suspension. The SUPER73 R Adventure will be available in Panthro Blue, Sandstorm, Corsetti and Snowshadow.
New Colorways for Existing Models
Continuing the trend of listening to its fans, SUPER73 announced some colorway changes of its non-adventure series lineup. Unveiling a completely new color, Metallic Aluminum, SUPER73 will feature this colorway in each of the existing Z, S, and R Series models. The Z Series will now be featured in a satin finish Obsidian and the S Series will include a satin finish Panthro Blue.
SUPER73 LAUNCHES K1D, BEST-IN-CLASS CHILDREN’S ELECTRIC BALANCE BIKE WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS
SUPER73, the American lifestyle adventure brand specializing in electric motorbikes, today announced the launch of its first youth series vehicle, the K1D. Developed with a perfectly complemented blend of fun and safety, the SUPER73 K1D offers a best-in-class electric balance bike option for kids ages four to eight years old.
Available in four colorways, the K1D’s design was influenced by 80’s BMX and Motocross culture to create a neo-retro balance bike with a 60-minute play time. Further separating itself from the competition, SUPER73 emphasized a technology-focused theme throughout the kid’s electric balance bike, including innovative technology such as regenerative braking and the safest battery in any kid’s balance bike.
“The technological advancements in the K1D youth series balance bike is groundbreaking from a safety, performance, and durability standpoint. We’re excited to announce the highly anticipated product has officially arrived,” said LeGrand Crewse, SUPER73 CEO. “At SUPER73, we’re focused on driving the technology of our products forward, while making it fun and safe for our customers. The launch of K1D provides us with an entirely new customer base of young, aspiring riders and we’re thrilled to be leading the charge in our industry.”
A critical feature of the SUPER73 K1D is the first-in-class, innovative regenerative braking, which is only available in this model and the soon-to-be-launched C1X. The basic idea of regenerative braking is when a rider releases the throttle, the vehicle will use the electric motor to flow current back into the battery, slowing down the vehicle and charging the battery. This feature means longer lasting brakes, more range on the battery and an inherent safety measure put in place to further protect the youth who can modulate speed with the throttle alone.
Furthering the safety protocols and technological innovation implemented in the K1D, the electric balance bike features a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery (LiFe PO4) battery that is resistant to thermal events, which essentially allows riders to continue charging the battery in all weather conditions. The K1D’s battery charges in 45 minutes, which is exponentially faster than the typical four-hour charge time of its competitors. Additionally, the Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries have two times the battery life than that of existing competitors batteries.
In addition to the technological and safety advancements, below are several features found in SUPER73’s K1D:
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- Get Comfortable – K1D comes equipped with a motorcycle- and motocross-inspired seat style.
- Ride in Your Own Style – Living up to SUPER73’s standard of high-end finish and design, the K1D features an exclusive hexagon pattern on the gum wall tires and the handlebar grips, making thethrottle highly visible, while riders can choose between Blu-Tang, Sriracha Red, Obsidian, and Prickly Pink color options.
- Grow With The Bike – The K1D offers removable hexagon patterned foot platforms, removableand adjustable oversized pegs for two different positions, and multiple handlebar options to fit the height of riders.
- Class Modes For Speed Modulation – Three different class modes allow riders to learn thefundamentals of an electric balance bike at a lower speed, then boost performance as comfort and experience increase. Similar to our current offerings, two standard modes will be easily accessible by the rider, with a locked and secured third “Track Mode” mode for the more advanced competitors on closed courses.
Through the launch of K1D, SUPER73 wants to help educate kids on appropriate rider safety at an early age by teaching them the proper way to ride, along with other safety measures from the start. As riders grow, they will graduate from the K1D to other SUPER73 models targeted at an older age demographic armed with the experience, knowledge, and education to ride properly and safely.
The K1D is available to pre-order on the SUPER73 website for $1,295 (MSRP) and will begin shipping to customers in early June.
For more information on SUPER73, visit SUPER73.com.
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History beckons for Aprilia at Argentina GP
9. Quartararo joined Q1 for the fifth time since he stepped up in MotoGP™ in 2019, but eventually qualified P10, which is the second successive time he missed out on the front three rows. He scored his first points in Sprint, finishing P9, and will now be aiming to take a Grand Prix win for the first time since Germany last year.
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P15 to P1: Binder produces Sprint heroics in Argentina
The South African stuns on Saturday to win a truly epic Tissot Sprint at Termas de Rio Hondo
Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing). That’s it, that’s the sentence. The South African produced a stunning performance to win the Gran Premio Michelin® de la República Argentina Tissot Sprint from P15 on the grid, as Binder beats Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) by 0.072s. Luca Marini made it a Mooney VR46 Racing Team double podium with a hard-fought P3.
Breathtaking from lights out to chequered flag
It was a fast and ferocious start as Franco Morbidelli (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) got a phenomenal launch to briefly lead into the first corner, but it was polesitter Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) who grabbed P1 early doors as the Italian ran wide. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) got shuffled down the pack on Lap 1, the Championship leader was P7 from the front row as Binder picked his way through the pack like a knife through butter – the South African was P4 on Lap 1 from P15!
This was breathless. Morbidelli was the new leader halfway around Lap 1 and led until Binder got the better of him on Lap 3, as the top nine raced line astern. Binder, Morbidelli, Marini, Alex Marquez, Bagnaia, Bezzecchi, Aleix Espargaro, Aprilia Racing teammate Maverick Viñales and Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) were split by 1.6s with seven laps to go.
Where do you look? Passes galore! Binder, Morbidelli and Marini became a stable top three for a few laps as a fierce battle raged on 0.5s behind. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) was clinging onto the back of Martin to make it a 10-rider lead group as we entered the final five laps.
With four laps to go, Binder’s lead was up to 0.5s as Marini swarmed all over the back of second place Morbidelli. The former made a move stick at Turn 9 as we saw Aleix Espargaro slide out unhurt, not the Saturday the 2022 Argentina GP winner was after, as Bezzecchi then followed teammate Marini through on Morbidelli. Moments later, Bezzecchi dispatched Marini as the Portuguese GP podium finisher locked his radar on Binder who was now 0.7s up the road.
Last lap time. The gap was down to 0.4s between Binder and Bezzecchi, with Marini 0.3s shy of his teammate’s rear wheel in P3. Binder held firm through sectors 1, 2 and 3, as Bezzecchi eyed up a final complex move. Binder defended well though and there was no way through at Termas’ famous penultimate corner for Bezzecchi, as Binder won the second-ever Tissot Sprint from P15. P15! An unreal effort from the KTM stalwart as the Mooney VR46 duo finish a brilliant P2 and P3.
Morbidelli held onto P4 to fend off Alex Marquez, Bagnaia and Viñales, as Martin pipped Quartararo for P8 as the latter picked up the final Sprint point in P9. The points scorers split by just 3.8s in a truly epic 12-lap dash.
After a Lap 1 crash, Joan Mir (Repsol Honda Team) is heading to the hospital in Santiago del Estero for further medical check ups due to pain in his ankle.
Up next: Sunday’s Grand Prix race
The Sprint delivers. Binder delivers. Now, the Grand Prix race awaits at 14:00 local time (GMT-3) on Sunday afternoon. Needless to say: don’t miss it!
Top 10:
1. Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – 1:39.034
2. Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) + 0.072
3. Luca Marini (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) + 0.877
4. Franco Morbidelli (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) + 2.354
5. Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) + 2.462
6. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) + 2.537
7. Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) + 2.643
8. Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) + 3.754
9. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) + 3.856
10. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) + 5.143
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Lopez leaps to pole in closing moments of Q2
As usual lap times came flying in during the closing stages of the session. Chantra quickly pushed Dixon off the top spot with Aron Canet setting a stunner soon after to reshuffle the order once again. At this point, it was Canet, from Chantra and Dixon but fast laps were still coming in. It was then Alonso Lopez who nailed the final sector to snatch pole position out of nowhere, with Canet, Chantra, and Dixon dropping a place each to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th respectively, and Portimao winner Pedro Acosta rounding out the top 5.
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