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MotoGP: Alex Marquez snatches Sepang pole from Marc Marquez by 0.070s

MotoGP: The #73 leads the #93, Acosta third and Bezzecchi fifth as Martin calls time on his heroic Sepang comeback. After a stunner in Q2, it’s Alex Marquez who will start from pole position at the PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia after the BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP lands a glorious 1:56.493 to snatch Saturday morning P1 honours away from World Championship leader Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team). The gap between the top two in a blistering Q2 was a mere 0.070s, while only a further 0.014s in arrears is third-place Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing). It wasn’t the morning Aprilia Racing were searching for in Malaysia, though. The headline news is that heroic Jorge Martin has withdrawn from the remainder of the weekend, with title-chasing Marco Bezzecchi fifth on the grid at Petronas Sepang International Circuit. Q1: Martin withdraws, Zarco & Pecco progress Ahead of qualifying getting underway in Sepang, the breaking news was Martin’s withdrawal. A week after fracturing...

Facelifted BMW M5 Shows Off Its Production Lights, But In The Wrong Color

Is that you, M5? Spy shots catch the new BMW M5 prototype testing with production lights, but there's something wrong with the color scheme.

Toyota's Next Electric SUV Is Hiding Under This Sliced And Diced Corolla Cross

Spy photographers caught a bizarre Toyota prototype. Beneath the shortened Corolla Cross body lies the architecture for Toyota's next-generation EVs.

Mirko Nagler Appointed Head of Schuberth Motorcycle Business Unit

SCHUBERTH announces the appointment of Mirko Nagler as Head of its Motorcycle Business Unit, bringing more than 20 years of international motorcycle industry experience to the role. Nagler will lead the strategic development of the division, with a focus on international growth and strengthening SCHUBERTH’s connection with riders around the world. Throughout his career, Nagler has combined commercial leadership with a genuine passion for motorcycling. He played a key role in establishing SENA’s European operations, spending more than seven years developing the brand, building its European team and establishing strong relationships with distributors, OEM partners and the wider motorcycle industry. Most recently, Nagler served as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at NEXX Helmets, where he led the company’s international sales and marketing strategy. Working alongside his team, he helped reposition NEXX within the premium segment, delivered a comprehensive brand relaunch and support...

Next BMW X5 M Spied Looking Aggressive, Even In Electric Form

The performance flagship of the BMW X5 and iX5 lineups will bring better performance and a more aggressive stance compared to its predecessor.

This RAV4 Rival From China Comes With Thermal Night Vision

The Chery Omoda X is targeting the competitive compact SUV segment, armed with a rugged character and high-tech features.

The final roar: MotoGP bids farewell to Phillip Island

Due to limited visibility affecting the operation of the medical helicopter at the Red Bull Grand Prix of Australia, the MotoGP Grand Prix race was cancelled. That has its own effect on the title fight after a dramatic Saturday in the standings too, with Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) crashing out of the Sprint when battling now-Championship leader Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team). 25 points less have now been tabled… With no race possible, a farewell parade took to the Island on Sunday instead, with riders heading out behind the Safety Car to give the Sunday sell-out crowd a last look at MotoGP at the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. ************************************** Win Your Dream Motorcycle with Apex66 Competitions: Use our Invitation Code REF3588730 or click the banner below: ************************************** Support Modern Classic Motorcycle News and become a YouTube Member for just £5 per month. Members help keep the channel independent and receive extr...