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The Star
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Motorcycling-Bastianini and Espargaro to race for KTM Tech3 in Brno
FILE PHOTO: MotoGP - Aragon Grand Prix - Ciudad del Motor de Aragon, Alcaniz, Spain - June 8, 2025 Red Bull KTM Tech3's Enea Bastianini before the race REUTERS/Pablo Morano/File photo (Reuters) -Enea Bastianini will race for KTM Tech3 at this weekend's Czech Grand Prix after recovering from illness and Pol Espargaro steps in for the injured Maverick Vinales, the MotoGP team said on Wednesday. The 27-year-old Italian, who joined Tech3 from Ducati last year, missed the German Grand Prix but is expected to return to the track on Friday in practice for Sunday's race in Brno. "It was really tough for me to remain in bed for so long and unable to join the team at the German Grand Prix, but I gave myself the time to recover properly in order to arrive in Brno in good shape," Bastianini said in a statement. Spaniard Vinales had surgery on Sunday for a fractured left shoulder, paving the way for compatriot Espargaro to make his return with Tech3, a team he debuted with in MotoGP back in 2014. "It's been a long time since our last visit to Brno, which is a fantastic track," Espargaro said. "The last time we raced here I felt super-good in my best period with KTM so let's see how it is with the new surface." (Reporting by Suramya Kaushik in Bengaluru; Editing by Alison Williams)
Straits Times
23-06-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Liberty Media receives nod from EU regulators for MotoGP deal
MotoGP - Aragon Grand Prix - Ciudad del Motor de Aragon, Alcaniz, Spain - June 8, 2025 General view of a MotoGP logo in the paddock REUTERS/Pablo Morano/File Photo Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 22, 2025 General view of the F1 logo ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq/File Photo BRUSSELS - Formula One owner Liberty Media received unconditional clearance from EU regulators for its roughly 4 billion euros ($4.60 billion) acquisition of Dorna Sports, which owns MotoGP, the European Commission said on Monday. Liberty Media had argued the transaction would allow it to grow the reach and appeal of MotoGP. The commission said the decision followed a lengthy probe that examined if the acquisition would reduce competition for the licensing of sports content broadcasting rights. "Based on the evidence gathered, the Commission found that on such markets the companies are not close competitors for the licensing of broadcasting rights for sports content," the commission said in a statement. "Therefore, the transaction will not remove important competitive constraints between Formula 1 and MotoGP," it added. Liberty Media CEO Derek Chang welcomed the EU's clearance and reiterated he saw the potential for strong growth in MotoGP. "Today's approval from the European Commission marks the final condition to closing Liberty's acquisition of MotoGP," said Chang. "MotoGP is a highly attractive premium sports asset with incredible racing, a passionate fanbase and a strong cash flow profile. We believe the sport and brand have significant growth potential, which we will look to realize through deepening the connection with the core fan base and expanding to a wider global audience," he added. Liberty Media said its acquisition of 84% of Dorna was worth 4.3 billion euros on an enterprise value basis, and represented an equity value of 3.7 billion euros. Reuters had reported that EU regulators were poised to approve the acquisition in April. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Otago Daily Times
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Buchanan ‘super happy' with second top-10 finish
There are plenty of positives for Cormac Buchanan after his latest Moto3 World Championship finish. The Southland motorcycle racer clinched his second top-10 finish — just 1.7sec from the winner — yesterday to record his best performance of the season. The undulating challenges of Spain's Motorland Aragon proved a happy hunting ground for the Kiwi teenager, confirming his evolution in the sport in partnership with the Denssi Boe Motorsports team. "I'm really happy to finish in the front group and with the smart race I rode," Buchanan said. "Obviously, a bit disappointing because there was a lot more potential than 10th there. But I guess to not be over the moon with 10th place just shows how much we've progressed. "The weekend as a whole I was super happy with how we worked." Securing his second top-10 finish in a race marked by high temperatures and the demanding degradation of the tyres, Buchanan managed each phase with intelligence. Mid-race, when many began to struggle, Buchanan increased his pace, closing the distance with the head group until finally placing only 1.7sec from the Spanish winner, David Munoz. Buchanan planned to ease into the race to not wear his tyres out early after watching others opening with gas. " ... knew that would destroy the tyres before the end of the race". His patience paid off. "With about six laps to go, I saw that my tyres were good compared to the others around me so I knew that was my moment to go for it. "I got to the front of the second group then just tried to do my own pace. I had been practising all weekend and was able to bridge quite a big gap to the lead group. "I was in the front group with about four laps to go which was a pretty cool feeling to be there for the first time in the world championship. "I made my way up to about sixth or seventh, but unfortunately a bit of contact bumped me back again. We could have fought for the podium so it was a bittersweet feeling." Buchanan's performance was notable for his speed, racing at the same pace as the leaders and exceeding his classification time marked on Saturday. He walked away feeling "very positive" about the weekend. "We had a process that we wanted to work on which was focused on working alone without the slipstream or the reference to prepare for the race," he said. "We were riding every single session, including the qualifying, thinking about yesterday's race and doing laps alone to make sure I improve and develop a good feeling by myself." — Marc Marquez proved once again that he is the master of MotorLand as the Ducati rider won the Aragon Grand Prix from pole to extend his lead in the championship yesterday. Marquez's brother, Alex, finished second for Gresini Racing while Marc's team-mate, Francesco Bagnaia, came third as Ducati bikes swept the podium. Marc had completed the perfect weekend last year to win his first race in 1043 days at the same circuit, and he repeated his feat as the pole-sitter and sprint winner claimed a record-extending seventh MotoGP victory at the track. Such was Marc's dominance he became the first rider in 10 years to lead every session — including warmups, practice and qualifying — since he did it himself at the German Grand Prix in 2015. — APL/Reuters
IOL News
09-06-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Brad Binder's weekend in Aragon ended in agony
Brad Binder had another forgettable race day on Sunday. Photo: Red Bull Image: Red Bull Brad Binder's crash at the 2025 Aragon Grand Prix was a bitter blow in a season that has rarely offered the South African much respite. Coming into the weekend, Binder had been struggling — not once starting a race from inside the top 10 all year — making his sixth-place grid slot at MotorLand Aragon his most promising launchpad to date. With KTM showing signs of life and both Binder and teammate Pedro Acosta running competitive laps, it seemed the tide might finally turn. However, Binder's struggles on Saturdays continued in the sprint. After a poor launch and early-lap shuffle dropped him from sixth to 13th, he managed to salvage a ninth-place finish — better, but far from what he or the team needed. Sunday, traditionally his strongest day, began with a glimmer of the old Binder. While Marc Marquez broke away at the front and Alex Marquez faltered in second, Binder and Acosta looked poised to capitalise. KTM's pace appeared genuinely competitive, raising hopes of a top-five finish or better. But then, heartbreak on lap 12: Binder lost the front at Turn 3 and crashed out. Reviewing the telemetry later, he found no clear explanation. His reflection was mixed but mature: frustration over yet another lost opportunity, but optimism about the progress made.
Dubai Eye
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Marc Marquez wins Aragon Grand Prix to complete perfect weekend
Marc Marquez proved once again that he was the master of the circuit at MotorLand as the Ducati rider won the Aragon Grand Prix from pole to extend his lead in the championship on Sunday. Marquez's brother Alex finished second for Gresini Racing while Marc's teammate Francesco Bagnaia came third as Ducati bikes swept the podium. Marc had completed the perfect weekend last year to win his first race in 1,043 days at the same circuit and he repeated his feat as the polesitter and sprint winner claimed a record-extending seventh MotoGP victory at the track. Such was Marc's dominance this weekend that he became the first rider in 10 years to lead every session -- including warmups, practice and qualifying -- since he did it himself at the German Grand Prix in 2015. "It was an amazing weekend. Leading all the practices, full focus, just full concentration," said Marquez, who now leads Alex by 32 points in the championship. "As I expected, the others got closer and closer every session. In the race, the pace of Alex and Pecco (Bagnaia) was super fast, but it was consistent. (I was) just controlling the race distance. "And the celebration together with my brother was amazing. The best way to come back with full Ducatis in the top." The two Marquez brothers also danced arm-in-arm in front of the home fans sitting in a special stand dedicated to Spain's fastest brothers on two wheels. Heading into the race weekend, the Marquez brothers had also been involved in social media banter over who their mother would support and Marc had the last laugh when he handed her a red Ducati shirt at the winners' circle in the paddock. Marc had broken the lap record to take his 99th career pole before claiming a seventh sprint victory of the season on Saturday despite a poor start, but this time he shot off the line with a perfect launch to lead into turn one. Alex stayed in second place but behind them it was KTM's Pedro Acosta who sparred with Bagnaia for third as they constantly swapped positions, using each other's slipstream to overtake, but the more-experienced Bagnaia held on. Up front, Marc continued to set fastest laps as he streaked away with Alex unable to match his pace, as his brother slowly but surely extended his advantage at one of his favourite circuits which has a corner named after him. The younger Marquez sibling was soon looking over his shoulder to see Bagnaia eating up the distance between them while KTM's Brad Binder crashed in fifth place, leaving the crew chief of the struggling team fuming in the pit lane. But Alex quickly found his rhythm to stay in second while Bagnaia fended off Acosta to prevent an all-Spanish podium. Bagnaia, who is third in the championship, now sits 93 points behind Marc.
