The 2025 Italian MotoGP at Mugello witnessed Maverick Vinales topping the Saturday free practice session, edging out Marc Marquez by a mere 0.016 seconds. The day saw a tight competition among the riders as they prepared for the upcoming Sprint. Vinales, representing Red Bull KTM Tech3, showcased his skill by securing the fastest time of 1’45.742s.
Friday had seen a mix of performances from different teams, with Aprilia and KTM riders initially setting the pace. However, it was Ducati’s Marquez who led most of the session, closely followed by his brother Alex. The final minutes saw a surge from injured Yamaha rider Fabio Quartararo, who climbed to second place just behind Vinales.
The practice session was crucial for riders to gather data on tire choices for the Sprint race. Most riders opted for the soft rear tires, except for Vinales and Pedro Acosta who started on mediums. Vinales eventually switched to soft tires to set his fastest lap, while Acosta stuck with a hard front tire throughout the session.
With the top 19 riders separated by less than a second, the competition was intense, setting the stage for an exciting race ahead. Qualifying 1 was set to kick off for those outside the top ten, including Miguel Oliveira and Jack Miller, aiming to secure a better position for the main race.
Rookie Ai Ogura made a comeback after missing the Aragon race due to injuries, bringing more anticipation to the grid. Meanwhile, absent from the track but present as a spectator was HRC’s Luca Marini, who was replaced by Honda test rider Takaaki Nakagami. Lorenzo Savadori continued to substitute for the injured reigning world champion, Jorge Martin, at Aprilia.
The historical context of the event was highlighted by the mention of the all-time MotoGP top speed record set at Mugello. Brad Binder and Pol Espargaro had both achieved remarkable speeds in previous seasons, adding to the legacy of the circuit and the sport.
As riders geared up for the Sprint and the main race, the atmosphere at Mugello was charged with excitement and anticipation. With Vinales leading the pack in practice, fans were eager to see how the competition would unfold in one of the most prestigious races on the MotoGP calendar.
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