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The very best Unheards from 2023

Watch a hand picked selection of the very best behind the scene conversations from the podium finishers and riders throughout the year

At each Grand Prix, we delight in the interviews of our favourite stars in front of the camera. Additionally, we are fortunate to have access to the lighter and unfiltered conversations between the top three drivers in a Tissot Sprint or a Sunday race. It’s always a fascinating watch, so join us as we hand pick a selection of the very best Unseens and Unheards from the opening eight rounds of action to date. 

Le Mans, Sunday race – “He made a mess of it”

After an exceptional French Grand Prix, Johann Zarco (Prima Pramac Racing), Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing), and Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) discover footage of a dramatic race, including Alex Marquez’s (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) daring manoeuvre on the first lap.

UNHEARD: “He made a mess of it”

Jerez, Tissot Sprint – “It was fun to watch”… “Us two idiots!?”

On their way to the broadcaster set, Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), and Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo team) discuss the fantastic battles of a Saturday showdown.

UNHEARD: “It was fun to watch”… “Us two idiots!?”

Mugello, Sunday race – “Look at the Marquez crash!”

Before stepping onto the podium of the Oakley Grand Prix of Italy, Johann Zarco, Jorge Martin, and Pecco Bagnaia talk about Marc Marquez’s (Repsol Honda Team) crash, Marco Bezzecchi’s result, and their own experiences during the race.

UNHEARD: “Look at the Marquez crash!”

Austin, Sunday race – “You’re worse than your brother man!”

While waiting for the podium ceremony in Austin, Luca Marini (Mooney VR46 Racing Team), with the help of Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™), tries to understand how Alex Rins (LCR Honda Castrol) was so dominant on the American circuit.

UNHEARD: “You’re worse than your brother man!”

Le Mans, Tissot Sprint – “It should always be like this”

After the first showdown of the weekend in France, Pecco Bagnaia tells Brad Binder and Jorge Martin the details of his brilliant battle with Marc Marquez.

UNHEARD: “It should always be like this…”

Portimao, Tissot Sprint – “Miller was incredible. He’s crazy!”

Fresh out of the first Tissot Sprint in MotoGP™ history, Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, and Jorge Martin discuss their tire choices as well as Jack Miller.

UNHEARD: “Miller was incredible. He’s crazy!”

Assen, Sunday race – “Yeah, because if not I’d have f***** you again”

Marco Bezzecchi and Pecco Bagnaia talk about the different incidents that occurred in this last showdown before the summer break. Among them, Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) mentions his damaged front wing right from the first turn.

UNHEARD: “Yeah, because if not I’d have f***** you again”

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MotoGP™ partners NSN to usher in new era of fan events

Carlos Ezpeleta, Chief Sporting Officer, Dorna Sports: “We’re super happy to be able to announce this new agreement with NSN and reveal another of these new, fan-focused events. A fan’s experience of a Grand Prix doesn’t pause when the bikes go back into pitlane, and we’ve already added some awesome extra experiences at the track – things like the Hero Walk, the Sprint podium, track invasions, the rider parade – to really maximise their experience. But there’s always more we can offer and we’re always thinking about how we can level it up.

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2023 Thai GP ticket sales now open!

1) Grandstand – 5,000 baht (provides a full-track visualization)
2) Marc Marquez Stand – 4,000 Baht (includes officially licensed souvenir from Marc Marquez) 3) Fabio Quartararo Stand – 3,000 Baht (includes officially licensed souvenir from Fabio Quartararo)
4) Somkiat Chantra Stand – 3,000 Baht (includes officially licensed souvenir from Somkiat Chantra)
5) Sidestand – 2,000 Baht

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Circuit Ricardo Tormo begins resurfacing works

Between now and the end of August, work will be carried out especially at the exit of Turn 1 and Turn 14, with deeper milling and the demolition of the current kerbs and the construction of new, wider ones with a new format proposed by the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) and approved by the Motor Racing Federation (FIM). In addition, part of the drainage network will be updated to ensure the rapid drainage of water.

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Team up with Marc Marquez for an exclusive MotoGP™ stay

Travelers looking to book should note that this stay’s rules require strict adherence with local COVID-19 guidelines. Guests are responsible for their own travel to and from Montmeló. Airbnb is closely monitoring COVID-19 infection rates and government policies and will offer booking guests a refund of the booking fee ($93) and $1,000 USD Airbnb travel credit if Airbnb determines it is necessary to cancel the stay due to COVID-19 guidelines.

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Get back on track with the second Online Challenge of 2023

Almost all options are pre-set for the Online Challenge, and only the fastest lap will be recorded, no matter how many times the ‘Time Attack’ session is completed over the course of the Challenge period. Ideal trajectory and rewind will be unavailable during time trials in the premier class – meaning pure gaming skill is what’s required to beat the fastest in the world. The machine and rider are also pre-selected and designed specifically for each Challenge period.

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Goodwood: full MotoGP™ line-up confirmed!

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In the red corner, there are three well-known faces from the MotoGP™ paddock as the Bologna bullets bring some serious star power. Reigning Champion Francesco Bagnaia will be joined by Ducati Lenovo teammate Enea Bastianini on both Saturday and Sunday, and test rider and popular wildcard Michele Pirro will kick off the festivities on Thursday and Friday for the Borgo Panigale marque, too!

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Who’s impressed, and who has flattered to deceive in 2023?

The same can be said for Honda, who are desperately scrambling for a solution to their woes. Things started well for the Japanese brand, with Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) flying to a brilliant Sprint podium in Portimao, but then that was overshadowed by a massive Sunday collision with home hero Oliveira, an incident that ruled both riders out for some time. Then, at COTA during Round 3, Alex Rins (LCR Honda Castrol) put in a sensational performance to claim a debut victory aboard the RC213V, but unfortunately, that’s as good as it has been for Honda in 2023. Since then, crashes, multiple injuries and visible on track frustrations have derailed their progress.

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Who was fastest in the first Online Challenge?

In the Rest of the World category, it was Humberto Maier who was fastest with a time of 1’27:190 using the PlayStation. As well as being a super-fast gamer, the Brazilian just happens to be competing in this year’s World Supersport 300 class! Indonesian Andi Aul94 (1’27:329) was the fastest using the PC, while Malaysian gamer Eiky (1’28:056) was the quickest using the Xbox.  

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Agius doubles up on JuniorGP™ Portimao thriller

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Portimao held just one European Talent Cup race on Sunday, but there was more than enough drama to keep fans happy. Dodo Boggio took the win in sensational fashion, profiting from Aspar teammate Maximo Quiles’ last lap crash to steal the win on the final corner. Having experienced a barren podium run in 2023 to date, including for P4 finishes in a row, the Italian was back on the top step, while Casey O’Gorman (SuperHugo44 Team), who came from 30th on the grid, and reigning Champion Guido Pini (AC Racing Team) joined him on the box. The late drama also ensured the absent Brian Uriarte didn’t lose any ground in the title race, with the Spaniard still trailing Quiles by a solitary point, with a Catalunya double awaiting in just a couple weeks’ time.

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