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Tag: Phillip Island Circuit
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There are circuits that host races, and then there are circuits that become part of a sport’s identity. For almost three decades, Phillip Island was the latter for MotoGP. Set against the sweeping coastline of Bass Strait, its fast corners, dramatic elevation changes and unpredictable conditions made it one of the most distinctive stops on…
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Welcome to our MotoGP Australian GP Race Live Blog! If Saturday’s Sprint is anything to go by, we could be in for another thriller at Phillip Island. Marc Márquez claimed victory after an incredible battle with championship rival Jorge Martín. The pair exchanged positions several times before Martín crashed out at Turn 8. The result…
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Following on from an action-packed Friday at Phillip Island, Saturday brought plenty more excitement to the table. Thunderstorms had hit the island overnight, leaving a damp track for the riders as they set out for the qualifying sessions. Never one to shy away from challenging conditions, Jack Miller managed to fight his way into Q2…
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The sun was shining on Phillip Island as the final MotoGP race weekend at the iconic circuit got underway. There were plenty of thrills and spills, with some uniquely Australian interruptions throughout the morning and it was Marc Márquez who set the top time in FP1. But it was all about Aprilia in the Practice…
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After almost 30 years, MotoGP is leaving the iconic Phillip Island circuit. 2026 will be the last time we see MotoGP riders battling it out on Phillip Island. The announcement came 24 hours after the Victorian government offered additional funds to keep the race. But it seems their reluctance to move the event to Melbourne’s…