Augusto Fernandez expresses discomfort with carbon fibre chassis

He admits, "It feels odd… However, I'm not throwing in the towel."

With only three races remaining in what is currently his last season in MotoGP, Augusto Fernandez has not yet achieved the level of success he did in his first year.

Crucially, the individual from Spain has always felt uneasy.

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The Tech3 competitor from GASGAS secured a fourth-place finish at the Le Mans race, contributing to his three top-ten placements and a total of 71 points in the previous season.

As of this year, Fernandez has only managed to secure 21 points, with his highest finish being eleventh. By the middle of June, he found himself without a ride for 2025, following the moves of Enea Bastianini and Maverick Vinales.

Fernandez, rumored to be considering a test riding contract with Yamaha, states that his primary objective is to conclude the season with positive sensations while riding the bike.

"Last year went well for us here. Once more, I'm uncertain about what this year holds, as is the case with every race," Fernandez remarked on Thursday in Buriram.

"Last year, I managed to secure a position in the top 10 by Friday, advancing straight to Q2, though the race didn't go as planned due to some problems. Despite that, my overall feeling about the performance wasn't too negative."

"Alright, let's take a look. We're putting in a lot of effort to end the season on a high note. I'm not keen on ending the season on the same low note that has characterized it so far."

With the world championship finale only weeks ahead, Fernandez mentioned that they still lack a foundational setup.

"He mentioned, "We're continuously evolving and experimenting. For the upcoming weekend, we've formulated a plan. I've spent considerable time pondering and analyzing how to capture the right sensation, as well as examining the performance of other KTMs and my previous year's bike.

"I'm not sure, just experimenting with everything! I refuse to lose hope of capturing that sensation, performing well, and achieving the speed I'm capable of. There are three circuits I enjoy, so we'll see what happens."

The primary modification to the 2024 RC16 involved transitioning from a steel trellis structure to a carbon fiber frame, a development first introduced by the official team in the closing months of the previous year.

Pedro Acosta, who is in his first year with Fernandez's team, has impressively secured four grand prix podium finishes this season, alongside an additional podium placement achieved by Brad Binder.

In response to a question about whether he has ever felt as at ease on the carbon fibre as he did in the previous season, Fernandez stated, "Never. I never experienced that sensation."

The ex-Moto2 global champion noted that his challenges appear to be linked to the rear chassis's flexibility.

"It's not exactly an issue of traction, yet in a way it is – that's my sensation, especially regarding the connection with the rear. It's not about steadiness, rather it feels like there's a certain suppleness. It's an odd sensation."

"Indeed, it's been quite challenging. However, three riders have managed to achieve high speeds this season, with one standing out more than the rest. Ultimately, they've all outperformed me."

"As I've mentioned, I'm not one to quit. With three races left, we'll continue to strive."

As Binder and Acosta vie for the fifth spot in the global championship rankings, Binder's teammate, Jack Miller, holds the 14th position, having achieved a top finish of fifth.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio announces date for end-of-season MotoGP surgery

VR46 competitor prepares for his final weekend in 2024 in Thailand

VR46 Ducati MotoGP competitor Fabio Di Giannantonio has disclosed the timing for his upcoming surgery to address a dislocated left shoulder he suffered earlier in the season, which will conclude his racing year.

The individual, who had previously won a grand prix, suffered a shoulder dislocation during the Austrian Grand Prix in August and had been considering undergoing surgery for this issue for a while.

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Before the Australian Grand Prix, Di Giannantonio revealed his plans to conclude his 2024 season following the upcoming Thai Grand Prix. This decision was made to allow him time for surgery and sufficient recovery to start testing the GP25 in February.

On Thursday in Buriram, he disclosed the date of his upcoming surgery.

"He mentioned, 'This upcoming Saturday, I plan to undergo shoulder surgery.'"

"Until then, I'll make the best of, let's call it, this unexpected break, despite my strong desire to have been in Malaysia."

"However, currently, I would prefer to avoid watching races as they bring me sadness."

"However, I'm quite confident that it will upset my girlfriend since we're going to watch every training session, every qualification, every race, and every category."

"It seems like we're in for another weekend of tuning into motorsport, reminiscent of past times."

For the first time in his Grand Prix career, Di Giannantonio had to sit out races because of an injury, starting with this year's Austrian Grand Prix. This brought him a sense of disappointment, especially since he had to conclude his 2024 season post-Thailand, just when he was nearing his season's first podium finish in Australia.

"Definitely, we had a fantastic weekend at Phillip Island," he remarked.

"It's been incredible to return to the form we demonstrated before the incident in Austria this year."

"I'm really thrilled and satisfied with this recent rebound. However, there's a touch of melancholy right now since it's unprecedented for me to wrap up the season prematurely or to sit out some races due to an injury or similar issues in my career."

"It's an odd sensation, yet I'm entirely driven to excel this weekend."

"I aim to deliver the best possible outcome for the team and ensure I conclude the season on a positive note.

"Honestly, ending the season on the podium would be incredible, especially since I've felt its absence somewhat this year."

There have been no new developments regarding who will replace Di Giannantonio at the VR46 team for the rest of the 2024 season. Speculation is growing that Andrea Iannone might be returning to the scene.

The racer who triumphed at the 2016 Austrian GP saw his MotoGP career come to a halt at the close of 2019 after being convicted of doping, resulting in a four-year ban from competing.

The prohibition ended this year, enabling him to compete in the World Superbikes with GoEleven riding a Ducati, where he secured a victory in one of the races.

However, Di Giannantonio refrained from engaging in any rumors and maintains that no decisions have been made, emphasizing that VR46 assured him he would be the first to be informed once his successor was determined.

"Definitely, there's a lot of speculation, mainly because it would be welcome news," he stated.

"However, currently, I'm in the dark about the situation because the team assured me I would be the first to be informed, yet as of now, I remain uninformed."

"I'm unsure about who I'd like to see riding the motorcycle. Truly, from a motorcyclist's perspective, you're always going to be hesitant to let another rider use your motorcycle since it's yours, your pride and joy."

"Moreover, if there is a need to substitute a rider, it benefits both the team and its sponsors to ensure there is a motorcycle racing on the circuit."

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Brad Binder States KTM MotoGP Efforts Unaffected Despite Pierer Mobility Group Challenges

Brad Binder speaks out on recent shifts within Pierer Mobility Group

KTM MotoGP competitor Brad Binder has stated that despite the recent reduction in the Pierer Mobility Group's board of directors, operations within the project are proceeding without any changes.

This week, it was revealed by an Austrian company that it had dismissed four out of its six board members, attributing the action to PMG's grim financial projections. The firm cites the economic downturn in Germany and the escalating cost of living in the USA as the main reasons for this decision.

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This situation has raised queries regarding PMG's racing initiative, yet the company has maintained that its operations will remain unimpacted.

In response to inquiries about his perspective, Binder commented on Thursday before the Thai Grand Prix, stating, "From my point of view, it appears everything is proceeding as usual."

"The only action I can take is to attempt to secure victories in some competitions."

"It seems that success on Sunday translates to sales on Monday. That's my fresh incentive now, and we'll see how it unfolds."

PMG's financial struggles follow a challenging year in MotoGP, where the brand has not secured a single race victory in 2024, with only three rounds left.

Currently holding the second position in the constructors’ championship, it trails behind the leading Ducati by a significant margin of 326 points in the rankings.

In the standings for riders, Binder holds the top spot in fifth place, trailing the fourth position by 232 points, and has not achieved a podium finish since the season's first race in Qatar.

He finds himself in a close contest for fifth place with KTM newcomer Pedro Acosta, who trails the South African by 11 points after securing four grand prix podium finishes this year.

In response to a question about the significance of outperforming Acosta in this year's rankings, Binder stated, "It's quite straightforward for me."

"Actually, it's not only about me but also about the whole team. None of us are happy with the positions we're ending up in every weekend."

"Our aim is to climb higher in the rankings, and I believe we should continue to concentrate on our performance on the track, making the most of every lap.

"By taking this approach, we can anticipate improved outcomes over the weekend, leading to a positive impact on the championship and everything else will naturally follow suit."

"Thus, I believe concentrating on the task at hand is essential, and naturally, if I perform well, everything else will fall into place."

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Francesco Bagnaia remains calm regarding MotoGP rankings: "20 points isn't a significant margin"

The reigning champion discusses championship prospects with three races left

Francesco Bagnaia remains undeterred by his 20-point shortfall behind Jorge Martin in the 2024 MotoGP championship race, considering it "not a significant margin" these days.

Following his third-place finish after Martin in Australia last weekend, Martin has now extended his lead over Bagnaia to 20 points, with just three rounds left starting with the Thai Grand Prix.

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The upcoming weekend in Buriram could be pivotal for Martin, especially considering his impressive performance at last year's Thai GP, which was among his best. This sets the stage for him potentially heading to Malaysia the following week with a chance to clinch the 2024 championship title for the first time.

However, Bagnaia, who overcame a 91-point shortfall to clinch the 2022 championship, views the present 20-point difference as manageable in today's fast-paced racing environment.

"When questioned about his position as the pursuer in the rankings during Thursday's event in Buriram, he started with, 'It's not the same.'"

"Three years back, compared to arriving at the final three races with a 20-point deficit, the situation now is less critical, as each weekend presents an opportunity to gain an additional 12 points."

"Thus, the situation is somewhat unique. It appears we're witnessing a scenario where it's simple to both acquire and forfeit a significant amount."

"Thus, what was considered a significant difference three years ago is no longer viewed as a wide margin, with a 20-point gap now seen as relatively

"Regardless, it's a matter of 20 points that I need to secure. Winning requires going the extra mile."

He stated, “I have the same feeling as always. This marks the fourth consecutive season that I am competing for the championship.

"Indeed, in 2021, I found myself trailing with just three races remaining, and over the past two seasons, I consistently found myself either leading or lagging behind."

"Thus, my approach remains unchanged, focusing on thorough weekend preparation.

"The stress is consistent whether you're in charge or in pursuit; it's just the stakes that shift slightly. However, I believe my approach will remain unchanged as usual."

Anticipating an important Thai Grand Prix, Martin expressed, "Certainly, I'm pleased to still be in contention for the championship.

"I'm currently doing well; we've just returned from Indonesia, Japan, and Australia, which were all truly exceptional.

"Australia was fantastic. My aim was to secure a victory, but it proved to be quite challenging. However, I'm optimistic about this upcoming race."

"Definitely, it's going to be extremely challenging and hot. I believe Marc and Pecco are going to be quite formidable competitors. So, I'm preparing myself for a very demanding weekend."

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Does a duel for the championship benefit MotoGP?

Racers weigh in on the showdown between Bagnaia and Martin

In the 2024 MotoGP championship race, although four racers still have a chance to win based on the numbers, Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia are seen as the real frontrunners.

Before the Thai Grand Prix in Buriram this weekend, Martin is ahead of Bagnaia by 20 points in the championship race, with only three rounds remaining.

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For the second consecutive year, Bagnaia and Martin are competing against each other for the championship.

Throughout the initial 17 races, the competition between the two has seen its ups and downs, with Yamaha's Fabio Quartararo viewing the race in Thailand as crucial for both competitors.

"To tell you the truth, I'm completely out of the loop regarding what's going on, since they are two competitors whom we haven't been paying attention to, judging by their lap times and the speed they're maintaining," he expressed on Thursday at Buriram.

"Our focus is primarily on the top five, as they consistently rank within the top three."

"Thus, we have two formidable competitors who have battled for the title in consecutive years."

Martin is ahead by 20 points, yet there are still three races remaining where over 100 points can be earned.

"Thus, it appears we're at a point where it's difficult to make any definitive statements. It seems this race holds significant importance for both competitors."

Initially, it seemed like the season would feature a fierce competition among four riders: Martin, Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, and Enea Bastianini. However, as events have unfolded, it's now turning into a repeat of the 2023 contest.

However, Franco Morbidelli, who is on the same Pramac team as Martin, doesn't perceive a problem with the situation. He believes that a direct competition among the top riders is, in fact, a more favorable scenario for MotoGP.

"Would adding more competitors make the race more exciting?" Morbidelli pondered. "It's hard to say, as the one-on-one battles tend to be the most thrilling. Pecco and Jorge have indeed been top contenders both this year and the previous one."

"Thus, they are worthy of their struggle and both merit the title, making it an exciting contest for the fans to witness."

"Additionally, due to the presence of competitors, notably Marc and Enea, who are capable of joining the fray.

"I also prefer to be positioned centrally, and recently, I've succeeded in achieving a central position during the initial laps of the race."

"In my opinion, the direct confrontation is the ultimate showdown. It's definitely more thrilling for MotoGP, without a doubt superior to having a predetermined winner, and even surpasses the excitement of four riders vying for the title, because nothing beats the intensity of a one-on-one battle."

Alex Marquez presented a fascinating theory suggesting that in a rider market lacking significant movement or bike exchanges, such as the one anticipated for 2025, there won't be substantial shifts in the competition for the championship title.

"When questioned about whether a duel for the championship between two competitors was beneficial for MotoGP, the Gresini racer affirmed, 'I believe so.'"

"It's to be expected. Given that they're both riding the top bike available in the competition, it's natural for both riders to progress."

"The upcoming year promises potential shifts as one rider is switching brands, alongside several others who are also transitioning between manufacturers and teams."

"Thus, it's going to change, yet given our current two-year agreement, I believe a trend will emerge."

"If we see similar progress as this year over the next two years, it could significantly alter the championship landscape. However, without such movement, the championship scene is unlikely to change much from one year to the next."

Aleix Espargaro opines that the competition “would improve” with the inclusion of additional riders, although he acknowledges that a direct duel is preferable to a single dominant victor.

"The Aprilia rider expressed, "I believe it's quite alright."

"Clearly, having a more competitive championship would be ideal, but I believe I favor this situation over having a predetermined winner even before the season begins."

"Clearly, having three or four individuals vying for the championship adds intrigue, but I believe it's quite challenging."

"Pecco and Martin have significantly outperformed others this year, making them truly deserving."

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2024 Thai MotoGP: A Summary of Friday's Practice Sessions

Review the practice sessions from Friday at the 2024 Thai MotoGP.

Heading into the weekend's races in Thailand, with only three rounds remaining, Jorge Martin is ahead by 20 points in the championship standings over the current champion, Francesco Bagnaia.

Marco Bezzecchi recorded the quickest time during Friday's initial practice session.

Owing to the high temperatures and the pressure exerted on the tyres, Buriram is one of the locations where Michelin opts for its more rigid rear tyre designs.

The forecast predicts high temperatures, dampness, and dry conditions for Friday and Saturday, followed by the possibility of thunderstorms on Sunday.

Training starts at 3pm (9am in the UK).

This concludes our live updates for today, however, stay tuned to Crash.net this Friday for continuous updates and the most recent developments from the Buriram paddock.

Tune back in with us on Saturday, starting at 4:10am BST, for the last practice session and the qualifying rounds

Practice Summary

2024 Thai MotoGP, Buriram – Results from Friday's Practice Session

Finish Line Report

The session concludes with Marquez leading, followed closely by Martin, Bastianini, and Bagnaia.

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Marc Marquez returns to the lead, clocking a time of 1 minute and 29.165 seconds.

The majority have returned to the pit lane. Given the brief nature of the lap at Buriram, there's an opportunity to complete multiple runs. There's just over five minutes remaining.

Martin just set a new record time for the lap.

However, Martin counters with an impressive circuit time of 1 minute and 29.275 seconds.

Vinales has now overtaken Martin, posting a time of 1 minute and 29.506 seconds.

Martin secures the lead position with an impressive lap time of 1 minute and 29.543 seconds. What a remarkable performance!

Quartararo has now clocked the quickest time at 1 minute and 29.822 seconds!

Acosta has achieved the quickest time with a 1m29.840s.

Binder improves his pace, clocking in at 1 minute and 29.949 seconds.

Binder takes the lead using a fresh medium rear tire, clocking in at 1 minute and 30.023 seconds.

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With only 15 minutes remaining in the Practice session, we are on the verge of entering the time attack stage. Here’s how the top 10 stands as of now:

Jack Miller climbs to the fifth position after switching to a new soft front and medium rear tire, with just under 20 minutes remaining.

Bagnaia has returned to the pitlane following a short stint. He remains dissatisfied with the GP24.

Currently, in Practice, it feels somewhat nostalgic with a Yamaha ranking within the top three and a Honda making it into the top five.

This weekend presents a favorable chance for Japanese bike makers. Tracks with frequent stops and starts usually don't favor these motorcycles, but as previously noted, the harder rear tire levels the playing field by not offering the usual significant grip benefit to competitors.

Zarco has now moved into fifth place on another LCR Honda, utilizing new medium tires as well.

Nakagami makes a great lap, moving up to sixth place with a fresh medium rear tire.

Trouble is brewing in Bagnaia's pit as well. Following modifications by Ducati that proved unsuccessful during Saturday's session in Australia the previous weekend, the team is reverting to the original bike Bagnaia began the session with.

Challenging day for the championship contenders thus far.

Martin appears not entirely at ease with his GP24, showing significant rear movement when exiting Turn 1 recently. This could be partly due to his use of a heavily worn hard rear tire.

Aprilia has announced that Aleix Espargaro has prematurely concluded his session.

He sustained injuries during FP1. More information on his involvement for the rest of the weekend will be provided later.

Fabio Di Giannantonio is participating in his last weekend of the year before undergoing shoulder surgery.

He has recently moved into the 10th position in the rankings, riding on his VR46 Ducati.

Update on the standings:

Midway into the practice session, here are the leading 10 participants:

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Williams introduces a retro-themed yellow and blue paint scheme for their cars in the next two Formula 1 Grand Prix in Mexico and Brazil.

Williams is set to debut a yellow and blue livery with a nostalgic theme at the upcoming F1 races in Mexico and Brazil.

In a nod to their legendary paint scheme on the FW14B, the one that carried Nigel Mansell to his world championship for Williams, the team from Grove has added a touch of yellow to their engine cover.

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The team has taken this action to honor their latest sponsor, Mercado Libre, who became a part of the team in August, coinciding with Franco Colapinto securing a permanent position with the squad.

Colapinto has shone brightly since stepping in for Logan Sargeant.

He has earned points twice and is rumored to be considered for transfers to either Sauber or VCARB for the upcoming season.

The Argentinian has persistently proven to be a strong competitor against Alex Albon, underscoring the impressive work he has achieved this year.

Williams aims to widen their advantage against Alpine for the eighth position in the team standings.

Discussing recent developments, James Bower, the Commercial Director at Williams Racing, commented: "Williams Racing and Mercado Libre, both brands known for their quickness, reliability, and creativity, have found an ideal method to honor their collaboration through this striking engine cover design."

"Yellow color schemes have a significant role in Williams' illustrious past, and it's wonderful to witness this hue making a comeback on our vehicles, courtesy of one of Latin America's top tech firms."

Juan Lavista, the Marketing Vice President of Mercado Libre, expressed their pride in reintroducing the yellow color to Williams, featuring the distinctive handshake logo of Mercado Libre on both the race car and the drivers’ suits during the Latin American Grand Prix events.

"The collaboration with Williams reflects our mutual enthusiasm for velocity and creativity."

"Our goal is to merge the excitement of racing with our dedication to swift and dependable delivery, fostering significant relationships with countless fans and users worldwide."

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Mercedes discloses actual reason behind calamitous Austin race weekend, dismissing speculation about upgrade issues. "We have every reason to believe the improvements were beneficial, and we anticipate reaping their benefits for the rest of the season."

Mercedes F1's head of engineering, James Allison, attributes the team's challenging weekend at the United States Grand Prix to the car's excessively low ride height and excessive rigidity, rather than issues with the most recent set of improvements.

During the race weekend in Austin, both Mercedes drivers experienced crashes.

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George Russell was unable to complete the qualifying round due to a crash, resulting in him having to begin the race from the

Conversely, Lewis Hamilton lost control and exited the race after spinning off at the same turn within the first few laps.

Hamilton hinted that the new upgrade package might have made the W15 difficult to control.

Allison has verified that the challenges encountered by the team at the Circuit of the Americas were due to setup issues.

In a video posted on Mercedes' YouTube channel, he mentioned, "The weekend was rough for us, but we introduced our latest vehicle upgrades, known as update 19, which we were and still are really enthusiastic about."

"However, we encountered several unusual incidents. Lewis lost control during the Free Practice session. Similarly, George almost lost control of his car's rear. During the qualifying rounds, George had an accident. In the race, Lewis also spun off the track."

Every metric we analyzed indicated that the new enhancements were performing according to our predictions. The car demonstrated the anticipated level of downforce. Before the spins occurred, there was no evidence of any breakdown in the airflow patterns beneath the vehicle. This leads us to believe the improvements are effective, and we anticipate benefiting from them for the rest of the season.

"The roughness we experienced, which led to us hitting the barriers more often than usual, stemmed from having the car set too low and too rigid, causing a significant decline in handling quality."

Due to the sprint format limiting them to a single practice session, Allison acknowledged that it contributed to Mercedes having "reduced time" to fine-tune the car.

"Due to it being a Sprint weekend, there was less time available for adjustments than usual," he further mentioned.

"In the upcoming races, we'll continue to test the new upgrade package. If the issue of ending up in the gravel persists, then it'll be clear there's a direct correlation. However, I suspect that won't be the case."

"I anticipate that rather than experiencing the difficult weekend that just passed, we'll witness further glimpses of the potential that had Lewis appearing poised to dominate the Sprint Qualifying pole position and George closely trailing at the forefront during that session."

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Pedro Acosta provides an update on his shoulder injury, stating that surgery is not required because the damage is not severe enough.

On Friday, Pedro Acosta participated in practice sessions for the Thailand MotoGP, just days after being declared unable to compete in the Australian Grand Prix.

The Tech3 GASGAS motorcyclist took a tumble during the sprint event on Saturday in Australia, resulting in a shoulder injury that led to his decision to pull out of the main race.

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However, in Buriram, he has come back quickly and managed to bypass surgery for the injury.

After getting back on the motorcycle, Acosta commented on how he felt: "I'm feeling good. It took me some time to get into the groove. I usually don't do a warm-up before the session…"

"I needed about three to five laps to get back into the groove."

"Once I got warmed up, I felt fine, and there was no pain."

"The discomfort is present, but it's manageable, so we should remain positive."

On Friday, Acosta achieved the seventh-best time. The only non-Ducati competitor who was quicker than him was Maverick Vinales, who secured the fifth position.

The remarkable newcomer claims that the discomfort in his shoulder didn't significantly hinder his ability to ride.

"No, during the first practice session, we had to make some adjustments to the bike by widening the handlebars," he clarified.

"By using your legs, you can maintain a firmer grip on the bike."

"Usually, when I use the brakes, I instinctively extend my leg. However, today I made an effort to grip the bike more securely with my legs."

"In my opinion, this is the most nerve-wracking part of the entire weekend."

Acosta commented on his shoulder, saying, "It's not injured to the point where surgery is necessary!"

"The discomfort should subside in a few weeks. Undergoing physiotherapy is necessary."

He shifts his focus to the upcoming Saturday in Thailand.

"We have many areas that require enhancement," stated Acosta. "Today was a day dedicated to making a choice about which fairing we will use from now until the conclusion of the season."

"I tested both options during FP1 and found that each has its own advantages and disadvantages."

"They might introduce a different method for cycling, but there are downsides as well."

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Fernando Alonso to skip F1 media event in Mexico City due to sickness

Fernando Alonso is set to be absent from the Formula 1 media day ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix this weekend due to sickness.

On Thursday, Aston Martin announced that Alonso will not be meeting his media obligations in Mexico.

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This weekend marks Alonso's celebration of his 400th Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Nonetheless, the Spanish driver will be absent from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez during the scheduled media session with all 20 drivers later today.

Aston Martin officially announced the update on their X profile.

Fernando Alonso is under the weather and has decided to skip the media day at the #MexicoGP as a result. His primary goal is to recover fully in time for Friday, aiming to get back behind the wheel of the AMR24 for the second free practice session.

The statement said: “Due to feeling under the weather, Fernando Alonso will be absent from the media day at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

"Fernando is concentrating on being fully fit by Friday, aiming for his scheduled comeback in the AMR24 during the second free practice session."

Alonso is set to have more time for recuperation before his anticipated comeback in the second free practice session.

The double world champion was already set to be absent from FP1, as Felipe Drugovich is scheduled to take the wheel for the team based in Silverstone.

Under F1 regulations, every team is required to feature newcomers in at least two FP1 sessions.

Aston Martin has officially announced that Jak Crawford will take part in a test session for the squad at the final Grand Prix of the season in Abu Dhabi.

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Update on Pedro Acosta’s shoulder injury: No surgery required

"The damage isn’t severe enough to need an operation!"

On Friday, Pedro Acosta participated in the practice sessions for the Thailand MotoGP, just a few days after being declared unfit to compete in the Australian Grand Prix.

The Tech3 GASGAS rider had an accident during Saturday's sprint in Australia and suffered a shoulder injury, which led to his withdrawal from the main race.

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In Buriram, he made a quick recovery and managed to bypass the need for surgery on his injury.

After getting back on the bike, Acosta talked about how he was feeling: "I'm doing well. I was just taking some time to get warmed up. Usually, I don't warm up before the session…"

"I needed about three to five laps to get back into the groove."

"Once I got warmed up, I felt fine and experienced no pain."

"The discomfort is present but manageable, so we should remain positive."

On Friday, Acosta recorded the seventh-fastest time. The only non-Ducati rider to surpass him was Maverick Vinales, who achieved the fifth-fastest time.

The impressive newcomer claims that the discomfort in his shoulder did not significantly hinder his ability to ride.

"During the first practice session, we had to make some modifications to the motorcycle. We widened the handlebars to improve its handling," he stated.

"On the other hand, your legs can provide a firmer grip on the bike."

"Typically, when I use the brakes, I extend my leg, but today I attempted to grip the bike more firmly with my legs."

"In my opinion, this is the most nerve-wracking part of the entire weekend."

Acosta commented on his shoulder condition, stating, "It's not damaged enough to require an operation!"

"The discomfort is manageable. It should subside within a few weeks. We should undergo physiotherapy."

He shifts his focus to the upcoming Saturday in Thailand.

"We have many areas that require improvement," stated Acosta. "Today marked a significant day for making a decision about which fairing we will use for the remainder of the season."

During the first practice session, I tested out both options. Each has its own set of advantages and disadvantages.

"They might introduce a new method for cycling. However, there are also downsides."

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Brad Binder expressed his frustration, stating, "I struggle to complete a lap because the front keeps slipping out from under me." He further explained, "Whenever I tried to improve my lap time, the front end would consistently give way."

On Friday in Buriram, Brad Binder discussed the challenges he faced and the possibilities he sees for himself.

During Friday's practice session for the Thailand MotoGP, Binder secured the 11th position on the leaderboard.

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Despite facing a significant issue during his sessions, the KTM rider can also identify substantial improvements for Saturday.

"Binder mentioned that while everything seemed fine initially, he consistently experienced front-end instability whenever he attempted to achieve a faster lap time."

"That was quite challenging…"

"My perfect lap time is impressive, yet I struggle to complete a lap without losing grip on the front."

"We have to come up with a plan to make it effective and lasting."

"If we manage to achieve that, it will definitely simplify things for me."

"Aside from that, all went smoothly. I was comfortable while riding the bike."

"As soon as we fitted a new tire and attempted a time attack, it became challenging to prevent the front from washing out."

"We have tasks ahead of us, but if we address that problem, we have the potential to excel."

Binder missed out on the top 10 by just one thousandth of a second during his fastest lap.

"I completed that lap by nearly losing the front end three times, which adds to the frustration," he expressed.

"The advantage? When I manage to combine everything effectively, I am quick."

"In other words, the situation might be more unfavorable."

"The hard braking works flawlessly. However, when I push to the limit, I begin to slide and lose grip at the front."

"That's the area where I need to get better."

"We've rearranged everything, yet we haven't discovered the perfect setup. I need to discuss it with my team."

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