Fabio Quartararo has delivered a damning verdict on the new Yamaha M1 ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix, insisting the V4 powered machine has no single strong point. The Frenchman cited engine power and front end feel as the biggest weak points, admitting Yamaha tested at Jerez but nothing meaningful was tried, leaving the situation identical to Thailand. No new engine is expected until after the French Grand Prix at Le Mans.

MotoGP returns to Brazil for the first time since 2004 this weekend at the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiania. Pedro Acosta leads the championship heading into Round 2 after Thailand, with Marc Marquez looking to bounce back following a difficult opener. Torrential rain caused flooding at the circuit earlier this week but organisers confirm the event will go ahead as scheduled.

Francesco Bagnaia has expressed concern about the Brazil GP weather after visiting the flooded Autodromo Ayrton Senna this week. The Ducati rider called Tuesday’s situation pretty critical, warning conditions before the final two corners could be extremely difficult if heavy rain returns during the race weekend. Despite his concerns Bagnaia praised the brand new smooth asphalt, describing it as a billiard table. Rain is forecast throughout the weekend.

Gresini Racing has confirmed Fermin Aldeguer will return to action at the Brazilian Grand Prix after a successful private test following his fractured femur. The 20 year old fractured his left femur in a training accident on January 8 and missed all pre season testing and the Thailand opener. A source close to Aldeguer confirmed training went very well with very good sensations, and everything points to him racing in Brazil without any problems.

Honda rookie Diogo Moreira will honour Brazilian legend Ayrton Senna with a special helmet design at his home MotoGP race in Goiania. The event marks MotoGP’s return to Brazil after more than two decades. Moreira hopes the tribute will motivate him as he races in front of local fans.

Pedro Acosta says he is surprised to be leading the MotoGP standings after the opening round in Thailand. The KTM rider admitted the season is still long and expectations must remain realistic. Despite strong results in Buriram, Acosta stressed his focus is on consistency and learning as the 2026 campaign continues.

MotoGP rookie Diogo Moreira is eager to follow Marc Marquez on track as often as possible after learning from the champion’s aggressive corner entry style during Thailand practice. The Brazilian, who regularly trains with both Marc and Alex Marquez, also revealed he borrowed the reigning champion’s gloves for his debut race after his own pair did not fit properly. Moreira scored points on debut finishing 13th.